I want to start this blog by offering my sincerest apologies for not posting my Weekend Adventure project last weekend. Life has been hectic lately, but I vowed this year I wouldn't let that be my excuse. I cannot guarantee that I will post twice a week like I had originally planned, but I will post as often as I possibly can.
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This weekend, for those of you who don't know, is Martin Luther King Jr's weekend, which means a 3-day weekend for many people. I actually have been fortunate enough to have a 4-day weekend and celebrated with a manicure. My hands are feeling silky smoothly and I am ready to post this weekend's project.
I have a fantastic sport's beanie, designed for men, for this weekend's project. I actually designed this beanie for my uncle's birthday. Since I already gave him the beanie I can officially post the project. His beanie was customized for his sport's interest, but I am posting the basic beanie project.
Men's Sport's Beanie
Materials:
- Size 8 circular knitting needles - 16"
- Size 8 double pointed needles
- 1 skein Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in black
- I skein Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in purple
- Yarn needle
Gauge:
4" x 4" square = 17 stitches x 23 rows
Circumference = 23" Length = 8 3/4 inches
Directions:
- Cast on 92 stitches using black yarn. Join, being careful not to twist.
- Knit 2 rows. Switch to purple yarn and knit 18 rows.
- Switch to black yarn and knit until piece measures 8 inches from beginning or length to fit your head. Begin to decrease:
- *Knit 2, k2tog. Repeat from * across row.
- Knit all stitches.
- Knit all stitches.
- *K2tog. Repeat from * across row.
- Knit all stitches.
- Repeat row 8. 12 stitches remain on needles.
- Thread yarn tail through remaining stitches and pull tight like a drawstring purse. Weave in all lose ends.
Notes, Embellishments, Etc:
- You will switch to the double pointed needles during the decrease rows when the stitches become too strained on the circular needles.
- Change the colors of the beanie to reflect your favorite sport's team. This beanie was designed for a Minnesota Viking's fan.
- Add a sport's logo color graph to the front of your beanie. I used the Minnesota Viking's logo, designed by me, which will be available for purchase. I will make another post with purchase information later.
My uncle loves his beanie and I encourage all of you to knit your own sport's beanie. I am hoping to offer more sport's color graphs at a later date so stay tuned. I made this beanie over the span of two days, but it took approximately 6-7 hours to complete. If you make this beanie remember to post pictures because I would love to see your ideas.
Happy Knitting!
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