This slouchy beanie is just full of rich cabled texture. I have used two different sized cable twists, facing opposing directions, to create an intriguing design. As you knit through the decreases of the hat, you will notice that the twists are still maintained in the design, but will gradually become smaller. So, you will just be making smaller cable crosses once you get close to the end.

Included with this pattern are instructions in both written and chart form depending of your preference.

Gauge
Using US 11 (8.0mm) needles: 13 sts and 17 rows make a 4” (10cm) square in stockinette stitch, unblocked

Finished measurements
10” (25.5cm) tall with a 16” (40.5cm) circumference

Materials
116 yards (76g/106m) of bulky weight yarn (I used The Petite Wool from We Are Knitters)
Other recommended yarns: We are knitters MeriWool or Patons Alpaca Blend
US 9 (5.5mm) 16” (40cm) circular needles
US 11 (8.0mm) 16” (40cm) circular needles
US 11 (8.0mm) double pointed needles Cable needle
Place marker
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Skills/stitches Required
Knit/purl
Cable knitting (3/3, 2/2, and 1/1 left and right crosses)
Decrease stitches: k2tog and p2tog
Knitting in the round on circular and double pointed needles