This Fair Isle Hockey Beanie is knit in the round from the bottom up, beginning with a stretchy ribbed brim and working into a bold Fair Isle colourwork section. The hat is finished with classic crown shaping for a comfortable, snug fit that stays put on cold days.

Working in the round keeps the colourwork neat and even, while the two-colour design allows the pattern to shine without complicated yarn management. This is an engaging project that’s fun to knit and results in a warm, practical hat you’ll actually wear.

Whether you’re knitting this hockey beanie for yourself, a young player, or as a handmade gift for a hockey fan, it’s a satisfying project that works up quickly in worsted weight yarn. If you’re a visual learner, the pattern includes links to helpful video tutorials for Fair Isle knitting and the stretchy cast on used for the brim.

Materials
You will need the following supplies to make one hat

-Worsted Weight Yarn in two colours:
-Colour A: (Approx. 75 yards for adult / 60 yards for child)
-Colour B: (Approx. 30 yards for adult / 27 yards for child)
-Size 5 (3.75 mm) circular Knitting needles (16” cord)
-Size 8 (5 mm) circular knitting needles (16” cord)
-Size 8 (5 mm) double pointed needles
-Scissors
-Tapestry/yarn needle
-Stitch markers

Skill Level: Advanced beginner to intermediate.

Measurements:

Child (head circumference 18-20 inches).

Adult (head circumference 21-24 inches).