Super Comfy Knit Beanie Tutorial Beginner Friendly

Snuggle up and stay warm with a cozy knit beanie! Perfect for chilly days, this soft and comfy hat keeps you toasty while adding a touch of style to any outfit. Whether you're hitting the slopes, going for a walk in the crisp air, or just keeping your ears warm on a windy day, a knit beanie is your go-to accessory. Easy to bring along wherever you go, it's like a warm hug for your head. Plus, with so many colors and patterns available, you can find the perfect one to express your own unique style.

Knit Beanie Tutorial

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Materials Needed:

Circular knitting needles (the example uses 12 mm size)
Yarn (the example mentions Respawn Yarn from Lion's Brand, not sponsored)

Steps to Knit the Beanie:

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Starting Loop & Casting On

Create a starting loop and place it onto your knitting needles.
Depending on your head size, cast on the required number of stitches. (The example given is 37 stitches for a head circumference of 6.5 inches.)

Beginning the Ribbed Band

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Start with a knit one (K1), then bring the yarn to the front to purl one (P1).
The pattern for the ribbed band is a simple K1, P1 repetition.
Continue this pattern for about 22 rows or until the band reaches the desired length.

Creating the Main Body of the Beanie

After completing the ribbed band, knit only stitches (no purl stitches) for 10 rows. This creates a smooth section for the main part of the beanie.
Ensure you are working in the round to create a seamless beanie.

Decreasing for the Crown

Start your decrease by knitting two stitches normally, then knit two stitches together (K2tog) for a decrease.
Continue with K1, K1, then K2tog around the beanie. Repeat this pattern for each row until the top of the beanie forms a small circle.

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Casting Off and Finishing

Cast off stitches when the top circle is small enough but still manageable for your needles.
To make casting off easier, arrange the yarn and needles as described in the video, helping the stitches to be closer together.
After casting off, some stitches will remain, leading to the top hole's closure by crocheting.

Crochet Closure

Use a 5 mm crochet hook to weave through the remaining top loops diagonally, pulling yarn through twice for each.
Continue this action, always moving diagonally and looping the yarn to close the top of the beanie securely.

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Securing and Weaving in Ends

Cut the end of your yarn, leaving enough length to weave in the ends.
Use your crochet hook or a yarn needle to weave the tail end of the yarn through the inside of the beanie for a neat finish. Secure it with a knot and trim any excess.