Knitted Cable Beanie
The knitted cable beanie is a cozy and fashionable accessory that will keep you warm during the chilly days. The intricate cable pattern adds a touch of style and texture to your outfit, making it a versatile piece that can be paired with any ensemble. Whether you're heading out for a stroll in the snow or simply running errands, this beanie is a must-have for staying both comfortable and chic. So, slip on this adorable beanie and embrace the season in style!
Materials – appx 60-125yds worsted weight (size 4) yarn, size 8 (5mm) dpn or circular needles, yarn needle, cable needle
Gauge: appx 4sts/inch in stockinette stitch Gauge is very important!
Sizes (appx finished head circumference) : newborn (13ins), baby (14.5ins), toddler (16ins), child (17.5ins), teen (19ins), adult (20.5 ins)
Stitch Key:
- K – knit p – purl
- ssk – slip, slip knit k2tog – knit 2 together sl – slip st
- C3L – cable 3 left – sl next st to cable ndl, hold in front, k2, k1 from cable ndl
- C3R – cable 3 right – sl next 2sts to cable ndl, hold in back, k1, k2 from cable ndl
Lewis Beanie Pattern
Newborn
Cast on 63sts
Round 1 – [k6, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 2 – repeat round 1
Round 3 – [k2, with yarn back sl2, k2, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 4 – [C3R, C3L, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 5 – repeat round 3
Round 6 – repeat round 4
Round 7 – repeat round 1
Round 8 – repeat round 2
Repeat these 8 rounds until your work measures 4 ins from cast on edge
Decreases:
Round 1 – [ssk, k2, k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (45sts)
Round 2 – [k4, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 3 – [ssk, k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (27sts)
Round 4 – [k2,p1] repeat [to] around
Round 5 – [k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (18sts)
Round 6 – [k2tog] repeat [to] around (9sts)
Do not bind off. Cut yarn leaving appx 6-8ins. Pull tail through remaining sts.
Weave in ends.
Baby
Cast on 70sts
Round 1 – [k6, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 2 – repeat round 1
Round 3 – [k2, with yarn back sl2, k2, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 4 – [C3R, C3L, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 5 – repeat round 3
Round 6 – repeat round 4
Round 7 – repeat round 1
Round 8 – repeat round 2
Repeat these 8 rounds until your work measures 5 ins from cast on edge.
Decreases:
Round 1 – [ssk, k2, k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (50sts)
Round 2 – [k4, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 3 – [ssk, k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (30sts)
Round 4 – [k2,p1] repeat [to] around
Round 5 – [k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (20sts)
Round 6 – [k2tog] repeat [to] around (10sts)
Do not bind off. Cut yarn leaving appx 6-8ins. Pull tail through remaining sts.
Weave in ends.
Toddler
Cast on 77sts
Round 1 – [k6, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 2 – repeat round 1
Round 3 – [k2, with yarn back sl2, k2, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 4 – [C3R, C3L, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 5 – repeat round 3
Round 6 – repeat round 4
Round 7 – repeat round 1
Round 8 – repeat round 2
Repeat these 8 rounds until your work measures 6 ins from cast on edge.
Decreases:
Round 1 – [ssk, k2, k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (55sts)
Round 2 – [k4, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 3 – [ssk, k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (33sts)
Round 4 – [k2,p1] repeat [to] around
Round 5 – [k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (22sts)
Round 6 – [k2tog] repeat [to] around (11sts)
Do not bind off. Cut yarn leaving appx 6-8ins. Pull tail through remaining sts.
Weave in ends.
Child
Cast on 84sts
Round 1 – [k6, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 2 – repeat round 1
Round 3 – [k2, with yarn back sl2, k2, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 4 – [C3R, C3L, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 5 – repeat round 3
Round 6 – repeat round 4
Round 7 – repeat round 1
Round 8 – repeat round 2
Repeat these 8 rounds until your work measures 7ins from cast on edge.
Decreases:
Round 1 – [ssk, k2, k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (60sts)
Round 2 – [k4, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 3 – [ssk, k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (36sts)
Round 4 – [k2,p1] repeat [to] around
Round 5 – [k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (24sts)
Round 6 – [k2tog] repeat [to] around (12sts)
Do not bind off. Cut yarn leaving appx 6-8ins. Pull tail through remaining sts.
Weave in ends.
Teen
Cast on 91sts
Round 1 – [k6, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 2 – repeat round 1
Round 3 – [k2, with yarn back sl2, k2, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 4 – [C3R, C3L, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 5 – repeat round 3
Round 6 – repeat round 4
Round 7 – repeat round 1
Round 8 – repeat round 2
Repeat these 8 rounds until your work measures 8ins from cast on edge.
Decreases:
Round 1 – [ssk, k2, k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (65sts)
Round 2 – [k4, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 3 – [ssk, k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (39sts)
Round 4 – [k2,p1] repeat [to] around
Round 5 – [k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (26sts)
Round 6 – [k2tog] repeat [to] around (13sts)
Do not bind off. Cut yarn leaving appx 6-8ins. Pull tail through remaining sts.
Weave in ends.
Adult
Cast on 98sts
Round 1 – [k6, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 2 – repeat round 1
Round 3 – [k2, with yarn back sl2, k2, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 4 – [C3R, C3L, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 5 – repeat round 3
Round 6 – repeat round 4
Round 7 – repeat round 1
Round 8 – repeat round 2
Repeat these 8 rounds until your work measures 9ins from cast on edge.
Decreases:
Round 1 – [ssk, k2, k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (70sts)
Round 2 – [k4, p1] repeat [to] around
Round 3 – [ssk, k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (42sts)
Round 4 – [k2,p1] repeat [to] around
Round 5 – [k2tog, p1] repeat [to] around (28sts)
Round 6 – [k2tog] repeat [to] around (14sts)
Do not bind off. Cut yarn leaving appx 6-8ins. Pull tail through remaining sts.
Weave in ends.