Lieto Beanie

The Lieto Beanie is an easy single crochet hat worked from the top down. The beauty of this beanie is how the gorgeous yarn plays out in these simple stitches. Keep warm and cozy while keeping your style too! **Lieto Beanie** is a top-down crochet hat worked in a single continuous piece, sized from newborn through large adult so one pattern covers the whole family. Beginner-friendly from the very first stitch, it is a confidence-building project that grows quickly with a **US 10.5 (6.5 mm) hook** and a single skein of **Bamboo Bloom Handpaints** by Universal Yarn. Construction and Technique -------------------------- • **Top-down construction** with no seams to sew and no ends to weave in at the crown • Primary stitch: **single crochet (sc)**, worked in continuous rounds • Straightforward increases at the crown, then a straight body to the brim • No complex colorwork or shaping; the handpainted yarn does the visual work Materials --------- • **Yarn:** Bamboo Bloom Handpaints, Universal Yarn; a semi-solid handpainted blend with natural drape and a subtle sheen • **Yardage:** 65-148 yards depending on size (one skein typically covers most sizes) • **Hook:** US 10.5 / 6.5 mm • **Gauge:** 7 sc x 8 rows = 2 inches in single crochet • Notions: stitch marker, yarn needle Sizing ------ • **10 sizes included:** 0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-12 months, 12-24 months, toddler, preschool, child, tween, small/medium adult, large adult • Finished measurements and ease guidance provided for each size in the pattern What's Included --------------- • Written pattern instructions in **English** for all 10 sizes • **Video tutorial** to guide you through every step • Instant PDF download Whether you are crocheting your first hat or looking for a fast, satisfying make to gift across every age in your life, the **Lieto Beanie** fits the moment. The generous size range makes it a go-to for baby showers, holiday gift baskets, or a cozy weekend project for yourself.