Handspun Beanie

This pattern was originally published in 2006, and a few years ago was withdrawn and put on hiatus for a separate project. That project has stalled and when I found myself knitting yet another handspun Hat, I figured I'd bring this one off the backburner to update it and republish it, rather than publish a new almost identical pattern. The latest version of this pattern can now be downloaded from my website. The new version has been rewritten and updated, with a revised crown shaping and shiny new photos. It is though essentially the same top down beanie, which is perfect for handspun. **Yarn** 84yd/77m/100g Bulky weight, single or multi-ply yarn. **Needles & Notions** Set 8mm/UK0/US11 DPNs/Circular or size needed to obtain gauge Stitch marker as necessary Tapestry needle **Sample details** Shown in Pyrate Yarns First Mate’s Skein, Fire Ship (mohair, silk & merino art yarn) [For more details.][2] Shown in size 21in/53.25cm on model with 21.25in/54cm circumference head **Gauge** 12 sts x 20 rows to 4in/10cm on 8mm needles over St.St. **Sizes** To fit sizes: 18 (21, 23) in/45.75 (53.25, 58.5) cm Finished size: 16 (18.75, 21.25) in/40.75 (47.75, 54) cm **Skills required** Knit & purl sts, knitting in the round, increases & decreases **Note** This Hat is knit top down, which in turn means you can create a custom fit for yarns of any weight or gauge. **Accessibility Statement** The main PDF for this pattern is colour blind accessible. It uses black text on a white background and does not rely on colour. **Support** Do you need help with this pattern? We have a [specific discussion thread in the Wormhead’s Hats group][1] where you can ask any questions. [1]: https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/woolly-wormheads-hats/topics/3960655 [2]: http://www.pyrateyarns.com