Enchanted Jewel Fairycore Beanie - Free Pattern

Enchanted Jewel Fairycore Beanie - Free Pattern

Introduction

Dive into the magical world of fairycore with this enchanting beanie pattern. Featuring deep jewel tones and intricate colorwork, this beanie is the perfect accessory for those who love a touch of whimsy. Whether you're looking to keep warm or add a unique piece to your wardrobe, this beanie will surely make a statement!

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Fingering weight yarn in deep jewel tones:
  • Emerald Green
  • Sapphire Blue
  • Amethyst Purple
  • Ruby Red
• Needles: US 4 (3.5 mm) circular needles with a 16-inch cable and double-pointed needles for crown shaping.
• Gauge: 28 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cast On: Using the emerald green yarn, cast on 112 stitches. Make sure to join in the round carefully to avoid twisting the stitches. Place a marker to indicate the beginning of the round.
2. Ribbing:
   • Rounds 1-8: *K2, P2* - repeat from * to * around. This creates a stretchy ribbed brim.
3. Body of the Beanie:
   • Switch to sapphire blue yarn.
   • Rounds 9-16: Knit all stitches. This will form the main body of the beanie.
4. Begin Colorwork Stripes:
   • Round 17: *K4 with sapphire blue, K4 with amethyst purple* - repeat from * to * around.
   • Round 18: *K4 with amethyst purple, K4 with sapphire blue* - repeat from * to * around.
   • Continue repeating Rounds 17-18 until you have completed 8 rounds of colorwork stripes.
5. Switch to Ruby Red Yarn:
   • Rounds 25-32: Knit all stitches. This will finish the body of the beanie with a bold ruby red.
6. Crown Shaping:
   • When necessary, switch to double-pointed needles.
   • Round 33: *K6, K2tog* - repeat from * to * around.
   • Round 34: Knit all stitches.
   • Round 35: *K5, K2tog* - repeat from * to * around.
   • Round 36: Knit all stitches.
   • Round 37: *K4, K2tog* - repeat from * to * around.
   • Round 38: Knit all stitches.
   • Round 39: *K3, K2tog* - repeat from * to * around.
   • Round 40: Knit all stitches.
   • Round 41: *K2, K2tog* - repeat from * to * around.
   • Round 42: Knit all stitches.
   • Round 43: *K1, K2tog* - repeat from * to * around.
   • Round 44: *K2tog* - repeat from * to * around.
7. Finishing:
   • Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread the tail through the remaining stitches and pull tight to close the top of the beanie.
   • Weave in all ends securely to ensure a neat finish.

Congratulations! You have successfully created your own Enchanted Jewel Fairycore Beanie. Enjoy wearing your new whimsical accessory!