Do Better Beanie
Enhance your knitting experience and make a positive impact with the Do Better Beanie pattern! This versatile beanie encapsulates three powerful actions: show up, listen up, and speak up, brought to life through vibrant, bold colorwork. Perfect for any occasion, whether you're participating in a protest, coaching a sports team, or simply running everyday errands, the Do Better Beanie can be styled as either slouchy or fitted, based on how you choose to wear the brim. To add an extra touch of fun and flair, consider topping it off with a playful pompom!
This knitting pattern provides both written and charted instructions, making it accessible for knitters of all skill levels. The Do Better Beanie is designed to fit a variety of head sizes, accommodating circumferences from 21 to 22.5 inches.
Finished Dimensions: The band circumference measures 15 inches when unstretched and 16.5 inches when slightly stretched. At its widest point, the beanie has a circumference of 18 inches and a height of 11.25 inches.
Materials Needed: You’ll need approximately 246 yards of fingering weight wool yarn for this project, including 200 yards of your main color and 46 yards for the contrast color. Don’t forget to set aside some additional yarn for a charming pompom!
Suggested Yarns: This pattern recommends using 2 skeins of Sincere Sheep Equity Fingering, which is made from 100% domestic Rambouillet wool and offers a generous 255 yards per 2-ounce skein.
Additional Tools & Notions: For a successful knitting experience, be sure to have stitch marker(s) and a blunt tapestry needle on hand. These tools will help you keep track of your progress and finish off your beanie with ease.
Join the movement for positive change while expressing your creativity through knitting. The Do Better Beanie is not just a fashion statement; it’s a powerful reminder of the importance of taking action. Start your project today and make a difference, one stitch at a time!
