Two-Tone Pom-Pom Beanie Pattern

This two-tone pom-pom beanie is a fun and practical project for knitters of all levels. It features a snug-fit ribbed brim in a rich maroon and a contrasting black top, complete with a fluffy pom-pom for a trendy finish.

Materials

• Worsted weight yarn in two colors: 1 skein each of black and maroon
• Set of US size 8 (5 mm) double-pointed knitting needles or circular needle (16-inch for the brim)
• Pom-pom maker (or cardboard to make a pom-pom)
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stitch markers (optional)

Gauge

16 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain gauge.

Abbreviations

• CO: Cast On
• K: Knit
• P: Purl
• R: Row
• St(s): Stitch(es)
• BO: Bind Off

Instructions

Brim

1. Using the maroon yarn, CO 80 stitches using the long-tail cast-on method. Place a stitch marker to mark the beginning of the round.
2. Join in the round, being careful not to twist your stitches.
3. R1-8: K2, P2 around (this creates the ribbing effect). Repeat this for a total of 8 rounds.

Body of the Beanie

1. Change to the black yarn.
2. R9-24: K around (this is the stockinette stitch, just knits). Repeat for 16 rounds. The beanie should be approximately 8 inches from the cast-on edge at this point.

Crown Decrease

1. R25: *K8, K2tog* around (reduce the stitches). Total stitches should now be 72.
2. R26: K around.
3. R27: *K7, K2tog* around (reduce the stitches). Total stitches should now be 64.
4. R28: K around.
5. R29: *K6, K2tog* around (reduce the stitches). Total stitches should now be 56.
6. R30: K around.
7. R31: *K5, K2tog* around (reduce the stitches). Total stitches should now be 48.
8. R32: K around.
9. R33: *K4, K2tog* around (reduce the stitches). Total stitches should now be 40.
10. R34: K around.
11. R35: *K3, K2tog* around (reduce the stitches). Total stitches should now be 32.
12. R36: K around.
13. R37: *K2, K2tog* around (reduce the stitches). Total stitches should now be 24.
14. R38: K around.
15. R39: *K1, K2tog* around (reduce the stitches). Total stitches should now be 16.
16. R40: *K2tog* around (reduce the stitches). Total stitches should now be 8.
17. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread it through the remaining stitches and pull tight to close the top of the hat. Secure tightly and weave in ends.

Pom-Pom

1. Using the black yarn, create a pom-pom using a pom-pom maker or cardboard method.
2. Attach the pom-pom securely to the top of the beanie using your yarn needle.

Finishing Touches

• Weave in any remaining yarn ends.
• Block the beanie lightly if needed to achieve desired shape.

Enjoy your warm and stylish two-tone pom-pom beanie!