Bamboozle Beanie
Smart Knitting Pattern
SKILL LEVEL
◆ ◆ ◆ ◇ ◇ (Intermediate)
SIZES
Child & Adult
Custom Fit: Simply enter the intended wearer's head circumference and your stitch and row gauge into the generator, and the pattern will mathematically adjust to fit you perfectly.
Standard Sizing (Perfect for Gifts!): Making this for someone else and can't measure their head? Just pick a standard size and plug those numbers in, and click "GENERATE PATTERN"
NEEDLES
16" (40cm) circulars (in size for your gauge) and if you are not using magic loop method you will also need double pointed needles of the same size for the crown portion.
YARN
Weight: DK (3) or Worsted (4). Sample used Worsted (4).
Amount: Your exact yardage is automatically calculated based on your custom size and gauge. Simply enter your measurements into the pattern generator to reveal your custom yarn requirements. Planning your yarn purchase? Use the Sample Details listed below as a baseline, or plug estimated numbers into the generator for a quick yardage forecast before you shop.
GAUGE
Target Fabric Feel: Structured
Aim for a fabric that holds its shape. Go down 1 or 2 hook sizes from what your yarn label recommends.
SAMPLE DETAILS
(For reference, if you want to replicate the exact look of the photos)
Size: Adult Medium (22" head circumference).
Needles: 4mm 16" (40cm) circulars and DPNs.
Finished Circumference: 18.75" (15% negative ease included)
Finished Total Height: 9.25"
Yarn: Custom-dyed 4-ply Worsted Weight (4) yarn (185yds/100g).
Fiber Blend: Superwash Merino (80%), Cashmere (10%), Nylon (10%).
Amount Used: 95 grams | 175yds (160 meters)
Gauge: 23 stitches & 31 rows per 4" (10cm) in pattern worked in the round, after washing and laying flat to dry (unpinned).
NOTIONS
Scissors
Stitch markers
Measuring tape
Tapestry needle
NOTES
Charts: If you plan to print this pattern to work offline, please download the full-size charts before you begin. The chart image provided in the digital gallery is optimized for mobile viewing (tap the image to zoom) and will print too small to read comfortably.
Choose Your Size: If you are making for yourself or have access to the recipient, measure their exact head circumference and type that number into the generator for a bespoke fit. If you are knitting a gift and can't measure the recipient, simply type in the circumference for their age group found in the Head Size Standards chart.
Abbreviations
Tutorial Access
Specialty Techniques
SCHEMATIC
SIZE STANDARDS CHART
💡 No swatch yet? No stress. Just use the sample's gauge (23 stitches & 31 rows) for now to instantly calculate and generate a custom pattern preview. You can always come back and enter your exact stitch and row gauge when you're ready to start your project!
Your Gauge: per 4"" (10cm) in pattern worked in the round, after washing and drying flat (unpinned)
Stitches
Rows
Tool Setup: Your Needle & Hook Sizes
Enter your actual measurements below (or select from the Size Standards chart above).
Head Circumference
👋 WELCOME TO SMART PATTERNS
Enter your custom measurements above,
then click GENERATE PATTERN.
## Hat Body
Rnd 1-4 (RS): [p 2, k 4] around.
Rnd 5-6 (RS): [p 8, k 4] around.
Rnd 7-10 (RS): [p 2, k 4] around.
Rnd 11-12 (RS): [p 2, k 4, p 6] around.
Complete the pattern repeat (Rnd 1-12) {BODY_REPEATS} times total. ({CO_STS}) sts
{DOWNLOAD: Dowload Hat Body Chart (https://b9b19cef-920a-4e08-8a3f-aceb9f86a4ea.usrfiles.com/ugd/b9b19c_bacef12922454d2983827b99418628c8.pdf)}
## Hat Body
Rnd 1-4 (RS): [p 2, k 4] around.
Rnd 5-6 (RS): [p 8, k 4] around.
Rnd 7-10 (RS): [p 2, k 4] around.
Rnd 11-12 (RS): [p 2, k 4, p 6] around.
Complete the pattern repeat (Rnd 1-12) {BODY_REPEATS} times total. ({CO_STS}) sts
{DOWNLOAD: Dowload Hat Body Chart (https://b9b19cef-920a-4e08-8a3f-aceb9f86a4ea.usrfiles.com/ugd/b9b19c_bacef12922454d2983827b99418628c8.pdf)}
## Crown Decreases
^ Switch to dpns when there are too few stitches to work comfortably on your circular needles.
Rnd 1 Dec (RS): [p 1, ssk, k 3, p 2, k 2, k2tog] around.
Rnd 2-4 (RS): [p 1, k 4, p 2, k 3] around.
({RND1_STS} sts)
Rnd 5 Dec (RS): [p 1, ssk, k 2, p 2, k 1, k2tog] around.
Rnd 6-7 (RS): [p 6, k 2] around.
Rnd 8 (RS): [p 1, k 3, p 2, k 2] around.
({RND5_STS} sts)
Rnd 9 Dec (RS): [p 1, ssk, k 1, p 2, k2tog] around.
Rnd 10 (RS): [p 1, k 2, p 2, k 1] around.
Rnd 11-12 (RS): [p 1, k 2, p 3] around.
({RND9_STS} sts)
Rnd 13 Dec (RS): [p 1, ssk, p 1, k2tog] around.
Rnd 14 (RS): [p 1, k 1, p 2] around.
({RND13_STS} sts)
Rnd 15 Dec (RS): [p 1, s1-k2tog-psso] around.
({REMAINING_STS} sts)
{DOWNLOAD: Dowload Crown Decreases Chart (https://b9b19cef-920a-4e08-8a3f-aceb9f86a4ea.usrfiles.com/ugd/b9b19c_d2820a43baf04868b8fbf31e99d6908d.pdf)}
## Finishing
Fasten off, leaving an 8" (20cm) tail and thread it through the {REMAINING_STS} remaining stitches 4-6 times to secure. Weave in the ends and block for a polished finish.
## CONGRATULATIONS!
You just finished your Bamboozle Beanie! I hope you love your perfect fit!
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