This ‘Autumn Moon Beanie’ uses two types of cable crosses in opposing directions to create a fun and engaging texture. This hat has a circular cable design near the brim and then again at the top that blends into the crown. I think they mimic the rising moon and I envision this hat to be perfect for fall evenings.

Gauge
Using US 10.5 (6.0mm) needles:
15 sts and 19 rows make a 4” (10cm) square in stockinette stitch, unblocked

Finished measurements
9” (23cm) tall with a 15.5” (39cm) circumference

Materials
104 yards (80g/95m) of bulky weight yarn (I used Mecha from Malabrigo) US 9 (5.5mm) 16” (40cm) circular needles
US 10.5 (6.0mm) 16” (40cm) circular needles
US 10.5 (6.0mm) double pointed needles
Cable needle
Place marker
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Skills/stitches Required
Knit/purl
Cable knitting (1/1 LC & RC and 2/2 LC & RC)
Decrease stitches: k2tog, p2tog, ssk
Knitting in the round on circular and double pointed needles