Threshold beanie

The Threshold beanie is worked from the top down, allowing the length to be adjusted as you knit for a comfortable, personalized fit. Three brim options offer different expressions of the design: a minimal i-cord edge, a short brioche rib brim, or a longer ribbed brim that can be folded double for added warmth. The top-down construction allows the brim style to be chosen at the very end. Knit the hat in a single strand of DK-weight yarn for a clear, structured fabric, or hold fingering-weight yarn together with mohair, suri alpaca, or cashmere for added softness and a subtle halo. Using two strands also allows room to explore color: choose matching shades for a solid look, contrasting tones for a marled effect, or speckled yarns for gentle variation. The finished beanie is a versatile, understated piece that balances simplicity with everyday wearability. SIZE 1 (2, 3) Suitable for head circumference of 55 (57, 59) cm / 21.5 (22.5, 23.25) inches. Circumference: 45 (48, 51.5) cm / 17.75 (19, 20.5) inches. Length with i-cord edge or short brim: 25 cm / 10 inches. Length with long brim unfolded: 31 cm / 12.25 inches. YARN I-cord brim or short brim: 140 (160, 170) m / 160 (180, 190) yards of fingering-weight yarn and 140 (160, 170) m / 160 (180, 190) yards of lace- weight yarn such as silk mohair or 140 (160, 170) m / 160 (180, 190) yards of DK-weight yarn. Long brim: 220 (230, 250) m / 240 (250, 270) yards of fingering-weight yarn and 220 (230, 250) m / 240 (250, 270) yards of lace-weight yarn such as silk mohair or 220 (230, 250) m / 240 (250, 270) yards of DK-weight yarn. Green sample: 1 ball of Knitting For Olive Merino (100% merino; 250 m / 273 yards per 50 g), shown in colorway Dusty Aqua and 1 ball of Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair (70% mohair, 30% silk; 225 m / 246 yards per 25 g), shown in colorway Dusty Aqua. Burgundy sample: 1 skein of Essence of Autumn BFL Sock (100% non-SW BFL; 384 m / 420 yards per 115 g), shown in the colorway Dahlia and 2 balls of Lang Yarns Mohair Luxe (77% mohair, 23% silk; 175 m / 191 yards per 25 g), shown in the colorway 180 Burgundy. NEEDLES 3 mm / US 2.5 DPNs or circular needle for Magic Loop knitting for the top of the hat. 3 mm / US 2.5 circular needle with a cable of 40 cm / 16” for the main part. Ribbed brim versions only: 2.5 mm / US 1.5 circular needle with a cable of 40 cm / 16” for the brim. GAUGE 24 sts and 32 rounds = 10 cm / 4 inches of Stockinette stitch in the round, after blocking. Note: Always use the needle size that gets you the right gauge! NOTIONS 4 stitch markers, tapestry needle.