Emerald Peak
Introducing the Emerald Peak DK Weight Stranded Colorwork Beanie, a captivating design perfect for knitters of all skill levels. This versatile and stylish beanie comes with a charted colorwork pattern adapted to fit four different sizes, making it an ideal project for creating a delightful knitwear set for your family or a heartwarming matching gift for best friends. With its straightforward colorwork technique, the Emerald Peak beanie allows you to explore your creative side—choose from a solid color or a vibrant, wild hand-dyed contrasting yarn to match your unique style. Embrace the winter months with a splash of fun and color!
Gauge: Achieve a precise gauge of 5.5 stitches per inch using US 7 needles in stranded stockinette stitch to ensure the perfect fit for your beanie.
Available Sizes (in inches): 17 (small), 19 (medium), 21 (large), 23 (extra-large). Each size is designed for a comfortable and cozy fit, accommodating a variety of head sizes.
Yarn Requirements: This pattern calls for one skein of Knit Picks Gloss DK (123 yards) in the main color and one skein of a contrasting color DK weight yarn. Please note that the largest size requires approximately 115 yards of the main color and around 45 yards of the contrasting color, giving you plenty of options to mix and match.
Essential Notions: Gather your supplies before you start knitting! You'll need circular needles in US sizes 5 and 7, double-pointed needles (optional, but recommended) in US size 7 for finishing touches, a darning needle for weaving in ends, scissors for any snipping, and a measuring tape or gauge reader to keep track of your progress.
Ready to add some vibrant warmth to those chilly winter days? Start knitting the Emerald Peak Beanie today, and elevate your winter wardrobe with this eye-catching accessory. Explore all the creative possibilities and let your knitting journey flourish! Perfect for both advanced and beginner knitters alike, this beanie is not just a project—it's an experience!
