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How to Knit A Beanie Plus 5 Amazing Projects to Try
Beanies are a classic winter accessory that helps you stay cosy and warm while adding a pop of colour and texture to your winter wardrobe. They are also a great knitting project for both beginner and expert knitters. Learning how to knit a beanie is the perfect way to put your knitting skills into practice. Smaller in size when compared to jumper and cardigan projects, knitting a beanie is a great way to relax and unwind after a busy day while engaging in a creative activity. In this article, we'll take you through everything you need to know to learn how to knit a beanie, including the tools you need, while showcasing our five favourite beanie projects to inspire you in your next knitting adventure.
Quick Links
- How to Knit a Beanie For Beginners
- Our Favourite Knit Beanie Projects
- Born To Be Wool Matching Beanie And Snood
- Spotsaver Lined Beanie
- B'Coz I'm Happy Matching Beanie and Cowl Scarf
- Baby Wonder Long Tails Beanie
- Montrose Open Top Beanie
How to Knit a Beanie For Beginners
Learning how to knit a beanie is a great project to introduce beginner knitters to the world of knitting. Let us break down the basics of learning how to knit a beanie for beginners.
1. Gather Your Tools
Most knit beanie projects will require the following:
2. Choosing Your Project
Beanie projects will vary in instructions based on the final look of the beanie, for instance, slouchy beanies will have different instructions from more fitted beanies. It's a good idea to first decide on the style you want and look for a beanie project that reflects this.
3. Tension/Gauge
Once you've determined your project and the method you'll be using, the project should express the tension. This refers to how tight or loose you'll be knitting based on the size of your knitting needle as well as the weight of your yarn. We recommend practising with the tension by knitting a square swatch to determine whether you're happy with the texture of your beanie.
4. Make Sure to Measure
Measuring the circumference of your head is integral in creating a beanie that perfectly fits your head. Measure the widest part of your head. Our beanie projects range from offering measurements for small/medium and medium/large sizes, while others may be a one-size fits most design. If your project offers multiple size options, measuring the circumference of your head will guide you in choosing the right size for your beanie.
5. Follow Your Project
Learning how to knit a beanie for beginners may seem challenging, but our helpful projects make it easy to follow along in creating a stylish winter accessory. We recommend reading through the project a few times to understand the instructions in regard to the patterns. It's also a good idea to brush up on common knitting terms such as right twist, left twist and slip knit. At Spotlight, we also offer a range of knitting and crochet books for even more inspiration on beanie and other knitting projects.
6. Finishing Touches
The best thing about beanies is how easy it is to add extra details for the perfect finishing touch to your project. You can add a pom-pom or even a few tassels after you've completed your project for a little textural charm.
Our Favourite Knit Beanie Projects
Experienced knitters will love our free and ready to download knit beanie projects. Check out five of our favourite beanie projects right here and create the perfect cosy accessory to any winter outfit.
Born To Be Wool Matching Beanie And Snood
Upgrade your winter wardrobe with a matching set of cosy accessories. Our Born To Be Wool Matching Beanie And Snood project is a great way for intermediate crafters to test their knitting skills while crafting two separate pieces. With the beanie designed to have a finished size of 48 x 25 cm to fit most adults, the snood has a finished size of 68 x 22cm. Requiring 3 balls of yarn in the same colour, this project is great for those who love a bit of colour coordination. And for a perfect finishing touch, add a pom-pom to the top of the beanie.
Download the Born To Be Wool Matching Beanie And Snood Project
Spotsaver Lined Beanie
Beanies are designed to bring both style and warmth to your outfit, and what better way to do that than with the Spotsaver Lined Beanie Project? Using only one ball of 4 Seasons 10 Ply Spot Saver 200g Yarn, this beanie showcases a grid like pattern that is effortlessly cosy and charming. Unlike other knit beanies, this project involves adding teddy fur to the inside for extra warmth, providing you with the opportunity to learn the techniques behind adding a lining to your knit projects.
B'Coz I'm Happy Matching Beanie and Cowl Scarf
Coordinating your accessories is a great way to elevate any outfit. What better way to coordinate your winter accessories than with a matching scarf and beanie? This B'Coz I'm Happy Matching Beanie and Cowl Scarf project will have any intermediate knitter excited to upgrade their winter wardrobe.
Using three balls of yarn in the same colour, this project takes you through everything you need to know to create a beanie and scarf that fits most sizes. As well as a handy guide, this project also offers helpful tips such as how to join a new ball of yarn, reminders to take care to join at side edges only and to match the colour previously used. This may require winding off some yarn from the new ball of yarn until the required colour is reached.
Download the B'Coz I'm Happy Matching Beanie and Cowl Scarf Project
Baby Wonder Long Tails Beanie
For a playful twist on traditional beanie projects, you can't go past the Baby Wonder Long Tails Beanie. This slouchy beanie is a great project for intermediate knitters looking to introduce a fun element to their beanie collection. With a guide to creating child, men's and women's sizes, this project takes you through how to not only create the beanie but also the two adorable tails for a cheerful finishing touch. Using one ball of Bella Baby 8 Ply Baby Wonder 100g Yarn, think about choosing a bright colour for an extra sense of playfulness.
Montrose Open Top Beanie
Traditionally, learning how to knit a beanie often comes with producing a slouchy, rounded shape, however, the Montrose Open Top Beanie offers a fun and playful twist on classic beanie projects. This project involves leaving the top of the beanie open and provides the option of adding a visor for an eye-catching fashion statement. Using 2 balls of 4 Seasons Montrose 8 Ply Yarn, this beanie project is a great way for intermediate knitters to express both their knitting skills and their personal style.
Learn How to Knit a Beanie With Spotlight
Learning how to knit will unlock a world of DIY projects while providing you with a creative outlet that promotes motor function and calmness. With everything you need to start knitting, including knitting needles and yarn, shop our full knitting range at a Spotlight store near you. Alternatively, you can shop our knitting range online, where you can find a wide variety of free and ready to download knitting and crochet projects for more knitting inspiration.
Don't forget to check out our helpful blog articles, such as our Guide to Knitting for Beginners, and our informative buying guides, such as our Guide to Knitting Needles and Crochet Hooks and How to Choose the Right Yarn for Your Project.
