The Knit Blackgum Beanie works up super fast since you will be using a Super Bulky weight yarn. I will be giving you the pattern instructions for the Small/Average size adult head (21-22″). The PDF pattern gives access to sizes baby through large adult.
Copyright Disclosure
This pattern is for your own personal use. No unauthorized reproduction, in whole or in part (i.e. copying and pasting this pattern into your own document, altering this pattern in any way and calling it your own, etc.), or distribution of this pattern or content (i.e. sharing this pattern in its whole form on your own blog) is allowed. You can use this blog post in blog round-ups. I give permission to sell your items made from this pattern. Please credit “While They Dream” in your listings. The pattern and all photos are the property of While They Dream. You are welcome to share my patterns across all social media forms as long as you link back to my blog directly.
GET THE BLACKGUM BEANIE PATTERN
Get the Blackgum Beanie pattern from my shop and save big when you bundle 3 or more patterns. See the codes below.
- You can find the PDF Pattern HERE
- Add this to your Ravelry Favorites: CLICK HERE
- Get the pattern on Etsy: CLICK HERE
- SAVE10 - Purchase 3+ Patterns and get 10% off
- SAVE15 - Purchase 5+ Patterns and get 15% off
- SAVE20 - Purchase 8+ Patterns and get 20% off
Supplies Needed
Needles: US 11/8mm 16" circular needles for the brim and US 13/9mm 16" circular needles for the body. US 13/9mm dpns for decrease (or magic loop method).
Yarn: Super Bulky/Weight 6
Stitch Abbreviations
K – knit
P – purl
SSK – slip, slip, knit
P2TG – purl 2 together
SM – stitch marker
DPNs – double point needles
Gauge: With US 13/9mm in a 2x2in swatch = 5sts/7rows
Pattern
(You may notice that the original version has a 1x1 ribbing for the brim; it has been updated to give a different brim that flows into the pattern better).
With a size US 11/8mm, cast on 54 stitches. Join in the round, being careful not to twist your stitches. *K2, P2, K3, P2* for 7 rows.
Switch to size US 13/9mm needles
Row 1: *K2, P2, K1, P1, K1, P2* repeat around
Row 2: *K2, P3, K1, P3* repeat around
Row 3: *K2, P2, K1, P1, K1, P2* repeat around
Repeat rows 2 and 3 until your hat reaches 8 inches, ending with a Row 2 repeat.
Decrease
Switch to your dpns when needed or use magic loop method.
Row 1: *K2, P1, P2tog x3* repeat around
Row 2: *ssk, P2togx2* repeat around
Row 3: *P2tog, P* repeat around
Pull tail through remaining stitches. Fasten off. That's it! You've knit the Blackgum Beanie!
