Diamond Brim Beanie by Jennifer Weissman

Diamond Brim Beanie

Knitting
December 2024
DK (11 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 4 - 3.5 mm
170 - 240 yards (155 - 219 m)
Youth, Adult Small, Adult Large
English
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This DK-weight beanie features a decorative brim with a diamond lattice. Peek inside, and you’ll find a cozy ribbed lining. This double-brim construction provides extra warmth and a soft, stretchy brim edge. The rest of the hat is worked in stockinette stitch, making it easy to customize its height.

If you are new to twisted stitches, this is a great way to give them a try. The diamond pattern has a quick six-stitch repeat, and the twisted stitches create a beautiful texture without the need for a cable needle. Links to video tutorials are included for any special techniques.

You’ll love watching the pattern take shape beneath your fingertips!

Instructions are fully written with one optional chart.

Sizes

Youth (Adult Small, Adult Large)

Finished Measurements

Height (measured flat): 7.25 (8, 8.75)”/18.5 (20.5, 22) cm
Brim circumference: 16.5 (18.75, 21)”/42 (47.5, 53.5) cm
The brim circumference should measure approximately 3”/7.5 cm smaller than the wearer’s head circumference.

Gauge

20 Stitches and 26 rounds = 4”/10 cm square in stockinette stitch on US 6/4 mm needle, blocked.

Yarn

Approximately 170 (200, 240) yd/156 (183, 220) m DK-weight yarn.
Shown in Madelinetosh Tosh DK in the Aura and Oxblood colorways (225 yd/206 m per skein).

Needles

  • US 4/3.5 mm circular needle, 16”/40 cm long, or two sizes smaller than size needed to obtain gauge
  • US 6/4 mm circular needle, 16”/40 cm long, or size to obtain gauge
  • US 6/4 mm double-pointed needles or preferred method for knitting small circumferences in the round, or size to obtain gauge
  • Spare circular needle, preferably two sizes smaller than size needed to obtain gauge

Notions

  • Crochet hook and smooth scrap yarn for provisional cast on
  • 4 stitch markers, including one in a contrasting color or shape
  • Tapestry needle
  • Pom pom (optional)

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