KNIT A HAT IN THE ROUND: easy beginner tutorial | knit a cosy triple brim beanie on circular needles

New knitter? Learn to knit a stylish, triple brim beanie in the round with this tutorial and our Leith Hat pattern.

Prefer to knit flat? The pattern includes directions for both options, and we also have a version of the tutorial worked on two needles:    • KNIT A HAT ON TWO NEEDLES: beginner t...  

The Leith Hat is an easy to follow pattern in a classic watchcap style with a triple-layered brim. Perfect for knitters of all skill levels, whether as a beginner or anyone looking for a relaxing, palate cleansing project.

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THE PATTERN

To follow along with this tutorial you'll need a copy of the Leith Hat pattern.

You can purchase it on our website: https://ysolda.com/products/leith-hat

Or on Ravelry: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...

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USEFUL LINKS
How to swatch tutorial: https://ysolda.com/blogs/journal/lear...
Long-tail cast-on tutorial: https://ysolda.com/blogs/journal/long...
K2TOG tutorial:    • HOW TO DECREASE KNITTING STITCHES: le...  
Mattress stitch tutorial:    • MATTRESS STITCH: learn to seam your k...  

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VIDEO CHAPTERS
0:00 Introduction
2:32 You will need
5:34 Swatching
9:17 Getting started on the brim
13:46 Transition to the crown
17:26 Shaping the top of the crown
20:31 Decrease round 1
23:25 Decrease round 2
24:47 Decrease round 3
27:57 Closing the top
30:50 Whipstitch the brim

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ABOUT US
At Ysolda we believe in the power of making, slowly and by hand, and that everyone should be able to access that magic. We aim to provide knitting and making inspiration and patterns to fuel your creativity, steady your days, and make beautiful projects. With over 15 years of blogging and designing experience, Ysolda and our team know a thing or two about knitting and craft techniques. To empower you to confidently tackle new skills, and knit the projects you dream of, we're sharing our experience in an extensive library of free tutorials that's growing all the time. https://ysolda.com/