Pebble & Stone Beanie

Next to cables, my other favorite texture is called granite stitch, and you’ll find it in this pattern. The horizontal ridges are comprised of dramatic decreases and increases, and the result is a pronounced stitch detail that looks more complicated than it really is. The perfect blend of texture and sporty stripes, this one is a family favorite. In fact, I’m knitting another for my youngest son right now.

SKILL LEVEL: Advanced Beginner

SIZES: Preemie (Baby, Toddler, Child, Teen/Adult Sm, Adult Lg) referred to as sizes 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) throughout pattern

YARN: Fingering weight | Hazel Knits Artisan Sock | 90% superwash merino wool/10% nylon | 400 yards/366 meters in 100g

• MC: (Navy) 185 (204, 224, 246, 271, 298) yards/ 169 (186, 205, 225, 248, 272) meters
• CC: (Yellow) 35 (40, 46, 53, 61, 70) yards/ 32 (37, 42, 48, 56, 64) meters

Note: Yardage is an estimate and may vary based on your gauge (especially row gauge) and yarn choice. If in doubt, please round up.

NEEDLES

• US Size 3/3.25mm (12-16 in/30-40 cm) circular needle – body of hat
• US Size 3/3.25mm DPNs – to close crown
• US Size 2/2.75mm (12-16 in/30-40 cm) circular needle – ribbing

Note: Adjust your needle size, if necessary, to obtain correct gauge.

GAUGE: 30 st and 36 rows in 4 in/10 cm in texture with largest needle, blocked

Note: Use both yarn colors in your swatch – and wet block it before you begin – to check for possible color transfer.

NOTIONS: Darning needle, stitch marker

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

• Head circumference: 11 (15, 17, 19, 21, 22) in/ 27.5 (37.5, 42.5, 47.5, 52.5, 55) cm
• Brim to crown: 4.5 (6, 6.5, 6.5, 7.5, 8.5) in/ 11.25 (15, 16.25, 16.25, 19.5, 21.25) cm