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City Lights Beanie - knitting pattern

City Lights Beanie

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Materials Needed for Your Knitting Project

  • 3mm 19" / 48 cm circular needles (or size required to obtain gauge for best results)
  • 3mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) for seamless knitting and shaping
  • Stitch marker to help keep track of your rounds and pattern changes
  • Tapestry needle for weaving in ends and finishing your project

Yarn Details for Colorful Creations

For the stunning two-color version, you will need the following:

  • Main color: 140 yards / 130 meters of fingering weight yarn (as shown in Knit Picks Palette, 100% Peruvian Highland wool, in the delightful colorway Cream)
  • Contrast Color A: 70 yards / 64 meters of fingering weight yarn (as featured in the gorgeous colorway Whirlpool from Knit Picks Palette, 100% Peruvian Highland wool)

For those who want to explore a vibrant three-color version, gather the following yarn:

  • Main color: 140 yards / 130 meters of fingering weight yarn (also in the elegant Knit Picks Palette colorway Cream)
  • Contrast Color A: 35 yards / 32 meters of fingering weight yarn (illustrated in the rich Eggplant colorway from Knit Picks Palette)
  • Contrast Color B: 35 yards / 32 meters of fingering weight yarn (shown in the beautiful colorway Whirlpool, also from Knit Picks Palette)

Gauge Information for Perfect Fit

To ensure your project comes out beautifully, aim for a gauge of 30 stitches x 37.5 rows per 4 inches / 10 centimeters of colorwork, worked in the round. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for a perfect fit, especially when working with fingering weight yarn and intricate color patterns.

This knitting pattern is perfect for both beginners looking to learn the art of colorwork and seasoned knitters eager for a new challenge. With detailed instructions and the opportunity to create stunning two-color or three-color designs, this project is sure to inspire your creativity and enhance your knitting skills. Get ready to enjoy the process of knitting with these high-quality materials and vibrant colors!

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