Easy Lace Beanie Knitting Pattern (FREE!)
Easy Lace Beanie Knitting Pattern
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My complications began quickly. Which pattern do I choose? There are multiple sources for lace patterns,
and I’m not exactly an expert in the subject…but I knew I wanted to start with
100 stitches for the band and increase to 108 for the hat. Therefore, I had to find a repeat that would be
divisible by 108. I wasn’t sure how to
fit in the +__ stitches, and quite honestly that part did not inevitably work
itself out until I began some hands-on trial and error. (That meant a lot of knitting and ripping
out, which is the long and hard way…but…that’s just how I work. My brain better comprehends when I see how
the knitting plays out in my hands. And
I just love the process. So, ripping out
and starting over, while disappointing, isn’t a deal breaker for me.)
I, rather quickly, figured out I was going to have to keep
my first attempt at a lace SIMPLE.
Creating a lace beanie knitting pattern for the first time was going to
be difficult enough without having a complicated 13 + 2 repeat, because…oh, by
the way, I also had to consider the fact that I was going to be taking a flat
knit row repeat pattern and turning it into a circular pattern. (Fortunately, in this age of information,
there is actually a blog – just a google search away – about how to do that!)
I landed on an easy 4-stitch repeat lace. That solved the problem of keeping in pattern
while decreasing. (We’ll just take out a
whole piece at a time!) Also, I ultimately figured out that I did not need the
+__ stitches, for this particular pattern.
However, I did still have to deal with the question of decreases on an 8-row
repeat. So, I broke it down into 4 equal
parts (after knitting to see how the actual numbers would play out), and
balanced the decreases between needles 1,3 and 2,4.
Complicated much? Of
course…just as I am. I wish it were as
simple for me as planning it out on paper and following the plans. Oh, but for my very uniquely wired
brain! At least I will save myself (and
YOU!) future confusion, by clearly outlining (and sharing) a rather easy lace
beanie knitting pattern. 😊 Happy Knitting!
Yours truly.
· Double Pointed Needles – US sized 5 and 6 (5 needles in each size)
· 1 skein worsted weight yarn – I used I LOVE This Yarn! from Hobby Lobby· 4 stitch markers
· Darning needle for tucking in ends
· Measuring tape
GAUGE
(my personal gauge is listed rather than the on-yarn gauge)
- 2x2 rib – 26 sts and 24 rows = 4 inches on size 5 needles
EASY LACE PATTERN
Row 1: *K2tog, yo, p2* Repeat around
Rows 2-4: K2, P2
Row 5: *Yo, K2tog, P2
Rows 6-8: K2, P2
INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Cast on 100 sts with size 5 needles. Divide evenly between 4 needles.
2.
2. Knit
for 2 inches in 2x2 rib (K2, P2 around).
Approximately 12 rows.
3.
Switch to size 6 needles. Knit 1 round, increasing 8 stitches evenly. (I increased into the back of stitch 12 and 25
on each needle.)
4.
Begin Lace Pattern. Knit in pattern for 4 inches (approximately
24 rows), making sure to end on the 8th row of lace repeat.
*ON THE LAST ROW
IN PATTERN, PLACE MARKER AFTER STITCHES: 24, 50, 78, and 105
5.
Begin decrease. While keeping all other stitches
in pattern, use the following decrease after markers 1 and 3 on lace row
1. Decrease after markers 2 and 4 on
lace row 5. (Knit rows 2-4 and 6-8 in
pattern, excepting after last decrease.) Repeat for 4 total decrease rounds,
ending after last decrease (row 5 of pattern). Total Rounds = 13.
*Decrease after marker: SSK, SSK,
P2tog, P2tog
6.
Next Round – K2tog entire round.
7.
Next Round - K2tog entire round.
8.
Next Round – K1, *K2tog*. Repeat * to * around.
9.
Cut long yarn tail and loop through remaining
stitches.
10.
Tuck in ends.
11.
Optional – Add a pom. I am liking the faux fur trend.
12.
Keep warm and enjoy your new lace beanie! <3
Don’t hesitate to contact me with questions! I love chatting with fellow knitters. 😊
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