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Guy Beanie

"For the no-frills man in your life, this easy hat knitting pattern checks all the boxes. I love a nice classic ribbed beanie. It’s perfectly stretchy, comfortable, and looks stylish on men and women alike. This winter hat knitting pattern is beginner-friendly and worked in the round. Available in sizes baby through adult, you’ll be whipping up matching daddy and me hats before your partner knows what hit him. /PATTERN DETAILS • Sizes: newborn, baby, toddler, child, tween, adult (the ribbing stitch makes this hat very stretchy and size is not crucial for a comfy fit) Finished hat circumference: • Newborn / Preemie : 21 cm / 8.25” • Baby: 29 cm / 11.5” • Toddler: 35 cm / 13.75” • Child: 42 cm / 16.5” • Tween: 45 cm / 17.75” • Adult: 53 cm / 20.75” • Worked in the round on circular needles • Beginner-friendly • Step-by-step instructions and photos /MATERIALS • 3.75 mm / US 5 circular knitting needles. • Rowan Light Worsted (100% Wool, 100g, 200 m / 219 yds): 1 skein. • Tapestry needle to weave in the ends"
Knitting Needle Size5 or 3.75 mm
Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)
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