Hello Makers! It’s Elise again, the maker and designer behind Frosia Knits. With the weather turning cold, it’s time to start dressing warm and prepping for the winter. My latest pattern, the Colosseo Beanie, will keep you nice and toasty in style.
The Colosseo Beanie is knit in the round, bottom up. It is a quick knit that makes a perfect gift for yourself or better yet, a loved one for the holidays. There is one size available in my pattern but it can be easily modified to your preferences using the instructions in the notes.
The Colosseo Beanie was inspired by the structure of the Colloseum in Rome, Italy. I spent two weeks in Rome for the holidays with my family while studying abroad. I was amazed by how much history was in every nook and cranny of the city. We walked the streets in the cool winter air and were delighted at every turn. The Colosseo was hard to miss and, for me, was even more impressive from the inside. The distinct layers that the arcades create inspired me to design the structure of this beanie. I hope you enjoy!
Method:
Knitting
Skill Level:
Beginner
Materials
- 1 skein of Lion Brand Hue + Me Bulky yarn (80% Acrylic, 20% Wool). Each skein is 137 yds (125m). You will need about 127-137 yds (114-125 m) to complete one beanie (yardage estimate does not include pom-pom). You can easily substitute any bulky yarn, just make sure to check your gauge.
- Takumi Circular Knitting Needles US 10.5 (6.5 mm) 16″ – 3016/16-10.5
- OR Takumi Interchangeable Knitting Needle US 10.5 (6.5 mm) – Art. No 3641 with Interchangeable Cord 16″ – Art. No 3645
- Jumbo Stitch Ring Marker – Art. No 354
- Tapestry Needle Set (Bent Tip) – Art. No 3121
- Mini Patchwork Scissors – Art. No 493/CW
- Spring Tape Measure – Art. No 806
- Pom-Pom Maker Set (Optional) – Art. No 3129
Finished Size (laid flat)
- Height = 11“
- Circumference = 16″
Gauge
13 sts + 18 rows = 4” in stockinette
Abbreviations
- CO cast on
- k knit
- p purl
- k2tog knit two stitches together
- p2tog purl two stitches together
Notes
This pattern can easily be adjusted to any size or fit. If you need to increase the width of the beanie, do so by increasing your number of cast on stitches in multiples of 2. The row pattern is a 9 round repeat, if you wish to increase or decrease the height of the beanie, repeat round 45-53 as desired and then continue to Round 63.
Colosseo Beanie Pattern:
Long tail CO 56 stitches, place stitch marker, and join in the round being careful not to twist the stitches.
Round 1: *k1, p1 repeat from * to end of round
Repeat Round 1 thirty-three more times or until piece reaches about 8 inches
Round 35: join double brim (*k2tog, p2tog, repeat from * to end of round with stitches picked up from CO edge) see instructions section below
Round 36: k to end of round
Repeat Round 36 eight more times
Round 45: *k1, p1 repeat from * to end of round
Round 46: *p1, k1 repeat from * to end of round
Round 47: k to end of round
Repeat Round 47 six more times
Round 54: *k1, p1 repeat from * to end of round
Round 55: *p1, k1 repeat from * to end of round
Round 56: k to end of round
Repeat round 56 six more times
Round 63: *k1, p1 repeat from * to end of round
Round 64: *p1, k1 repeat from * to end of round
Round 65: k to end of round
Round 66: k to end of round
Round 67: *k2tog, k2 repeat from * to end of round
Round 68: k to end of round
Round 69: *k2tog repeat from * to end of round
Cut yarn and thread the end through remaining stitches and cinch tightly. Weave in the ends & block if desired. Create pom-pom with your favorite sized pom-pom maker or add faux pom-pom to finish.
Joining the Double Brim
- Once your hat measures 8 inches, or the desired length, fold the piece in half.
- Begin lining up the first cast on stitch with the first stitch of your current row of live stitches. Be very careful to find the first stitch and match it up correctly. Each stitch from the cast on row will line up with one from your live stitches on your needles.
- Pick up the outside loop of the first stitch you cast on and place it on your working needle (see photo above). k2tog: knit the stitch you picked up together with the first live stitch on your needle.
- Pick up the outside loop of the next stitch you cast on and place it on your working needle. p2tog: purl the stitch you picked up together with the first live stitch on your needle.
- Alternate k2tog and p2tog with each set of corresponding stitches until you reach the end of your round.
Check out my instructional video on IGTV here.
This pattern is free but you may also purchase the inexpensive PDF file in my Etsy shop for easy printing and reading. If you’d like a printable version of the pattern, you can find that here.
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