Cabled Beanie Hat Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Jo Allport
Needle Size

US 3 / 3.25mm, US 5 / 3.75mm
Needle Type

Double-pointed, Circular
Techniques

Cables, knit, Purl

Safety Notice: Handmade items made from this pattern may contain small parts or long cords that pose choking or strangulation risks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please see the full safety disclaimer at letsknit.co.uk/safety.

What you need to know

Download Jo Allport's beanie hat knitting pattern, and you'll learn how to work German short rows.

Knitted in a vibrant wool yarn, this tasteful hat features subtle cable detailing at the back and will add a zap of colour to any outfit. It’s the perfect go-to on bad hair days – not that we fabulous knitters ever experience those! This design uses German short rows (GSR), a method that creates wedges in your knitting in order to shape it elegantly with minimal gaps or distorted stitches. It’s simple enough to get the hang of, especially with Jo Allport here to show you the ropes!

What do I need?

Yarn: Rowan Norwegian Wool, shade 011 Daphne, two 50g balls
Needles: 3.25mm, 3.75mm, both circular
Cable needle
Stitch marker
Tapestry needle

Sizing

To fit head circumference (cm): 47 (53, 56)

Top knit tip

German short rows can be worked flat or in the round, on knit or purl rows. These instructions are for working in stocking stitch in the round, but it’s just as easy to create short-row shaping flat, using knit or purl.

Meet the designer

Jo Allport is a knitwear designer based in Stirling, Scotland. Jo loves to draw inspiration from the Scottish countryside surrounding her home. Love this beanie? Make Jo's medallion stitch scarf to complete the look. You'll find even more designs from Jo Allport here.

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