With its classic design and cozy fit, this beanie is sure to become a favorite among kids (who keep it on, of course!).
Not only is this beanie a great gift idea, it's also a fun project to make with your own children or grandchildren.
By teaching them how to knit and helping them create their very own beanie, you'll be giving them a valuable skill and a sense of accomplishment.
So whether you're looking for a unique gift or a fun activity to do with the kids, this basic child's knitted beanie pattern is the perfect choice.
Get your knitting needles ready and let's get started!
What you need
Child sized 3-9 years
Size 10 knitting needles
2 oz (50g)of bright colored worsted weight yarn
Instructions
Cast on 60 sts.
Row one: K2, P2, K2 across line, ending with P2.
Rows 2 to row 6: Repeat Row 1.
Row 7: Knit across
Row 8: Purl across
Repeat these 2 rows until hat is 8″ from the start and, ending with a purl row.
Start Decrease
1st decrease row- K2 together across the row.
Next row: Purl
Next row: K2 together across
Last row: Purl across.
Cut a 12″ length of yarn, thread a yarn needle. Carefully pull the last row of knitting from the needle and thread the needle through every stitch.
Pull tightly then whip stitch the seam shut.
Add a Pom Pom to the top of the beanie and it is complete.
Could you please advise if size 10 needles for child’s beanie is UK or US?
How may to cast on for a 2year old
Great ..used for child and teen..what pattern for 18mths to 2 yr old?
Thank you for sharing this pattern! The instructions were very clear, and it was very easy to make.
Is the needle size in U.S OR U.K SIZES P,EASE
Where do I change yarn color
Like the pattern but measurements seem wrong 60 stitches not wide enough.
I would like to knit this for my nephew, he is ten. Should I go for an adult size?
I made this and was very pleased Quick n easy I will use this pattern again Thanks
I want to knit this basic beanie pattern for 2 children both under the age of 12. how much DK knit would I use for each beanie. 50g or 100g
thanks liana
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This was easy to knit. I used uk size 10 needles (pair) and dk wool. I thought 8″ too long so knitted to 6″ with pom pom on top.
Hi Is this size 10 needles US or UK? i am teaching children to knit a hat, so need to get the correct needles for them.
Kind Regards
Size 10 needle (Would this be 6mm?)
Is this size 10 US or size 10 UK???? I am teaching children to knit and need to get the correct needles!
I used this to make a hat with chunky wool. I finished it about 1.5 inches early as per previous comments however it was about 50% wider than needed and a bit too short.
I made the adult size for my almost 8 yr grandson because his head is almost adult size and I will make the child size for his almost 7 yr brother because his head is not to big. I will say that the big hat fits my head but it seems to be at least an 1 1/2 in longer then needed.
Can I make this child hat with bulky (5) weight—-how many sts cast on?
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Can I use the 4-ply yarn that we have here in the US?
Want to knit this cap for two girls; one is 10yrs old, the other one is 12yrs old? Please tell me how many stitches should I cast on with 4/ply yarn? Thank you
Nice simple pattern, but 8 inches ended up being way too long for my liking. The end of the hat poofs out too far at the back of my 5 year old’s head 🙁 Thinking about unstitching it all and starting again, but it took so much more than the 2-3 hour estimate that I’m a bit discouraged.
Worsted Weight is equivalent to 8ply
I would like to know if worsted wool is the same as 4 ply which we get here in South Africa. I have never seen worsted wool.
this needs a pic
awesome
Quick, easy and my grandaughters love their done in their school colors
how old are your grandaughters and how many stitches did you cast on?
will use this pattern to knit for the orphan children overseas..it is simple and will take no time at all..many thanks