Kestrel Beanie

The Kestrel Beanie pattern makes a gorgeous beanie that's perfect for holiday gifting and fall markets! This hat looks amazing in any yarn, and works up in just an hour or two. It's sure to become your go-to beanie this chilly season! This pattern comes with easy to follow step-by-step instructions and clear photos, with a photo tutorial for the trickier parts. This is an original design, using US crochet terms. You may not copy, distribute or sell this pattern as your own design, but feel free to sell finished hats made from this pattern! I would love to see your finished work, and would greatly appreciate a tag on social media @alysecrochet for any finished items you post! Use hashtag #thekestrelbeanie so others can see your gorgeous creations! - SKILL LEVEL - Intermediate (Requires knowledge of sl st and hdc sts, and working in the back loop only). - SIZE - One size fits most adults and teens. Hat shown measures 18.5" around (stretches to over 22”) and 8.25” tall. You can easily adjust your hat to fit any size by adding or removing repeats. - YOU WILL NEED - * Approximately 130 yards Light Bulky (#5) or Heavy Worsted (#4) weight yarn. For the hats pictured, I used MadelineTosh Triple Twist, McMullin Fiber Co. Squishy Bulky and Rico Merino Big. The yarns I used were between 130-150 yards per 100g. * Size K (6.5 mm) Crochet Hook * Yarn needle and scissors * Faux Fur Pom Pom and/or faux leather tag (optional)