The Design “Easy-going topper.” Our most Basic Beanie has just the right amount of easy-going charm with a casually rolled brim and those familiar, swirling decreases at the crown. It’s a free pattern, so all you need to do is pick a color. Up to you! We knit this Basic Beanie in Rowan Softyak DK. In this yarn, the coolness of cotton is blended with clouds of downy yak fiber. Due to its touch of nylon and the chainette construction, it knits into a gently springy fabric (with a lovely drape after a nice rinse). The cotton and yak fibers absorb color differently, so the palette is made up of pretty shades and slight mélange effects. And it’s durable, washable, and oh-so-soft! The Details FINISHED SIZESAdult Medium (Adult Large): Approx. 18 (20)"/46 (51)cm around x 91⁄2"/24cm deep.Note: Hat will stretch to fit head 2–4"/5–10cm larger than finished circumference. To adjust size, cast on a multiple of 5 sts. YARN2 skeins Rowan Softyak DK (148 yds/135m each). Or approx. 296 yds/270m of an equivalent DK-weight yarn.Sample shown in color 239 Plateau. NEEDLES & NOTIONSUS 7 (4.5mm) 16"/40cm circular and double-point needles, or size to obtain gauge.US 6 (4mm) 16"/40cm circular needle, or one size smaller than gauge needle.5 stitch markers, 1 in a contrast color. Darning needle to finish. GAUGEApprox. 22 sts = 4"/10cm in stockinette stitch, after blocking.