size 4 double pointed needles
Cast on 60 stitches, divided between three double pointed needles, twenty on each needle. Join in round without twisting the stitches.
Knit two, purl two across row for four inches.
Decreases:
Knit two together, purl two across row.
Knit one, purl two across row.
Knit one, purl two together across row.
Knit one, purl one across row.
Knit two together across row.
Cut yarn, leaving a 8 inch tail. Using a tapestry needle, thread through the remaining stitches, pulling the circle closed. Weave in ends.
Because it takes very little yarn, it doesn't take long or very much yarn to knit two, the perfect gift for preemie twins. The edge can be folded up or left down. If it is knit longer, it will work for a full-term babe as well. Because it is knit in rib the entire time, it is very stretchy, which works well for babies who grow really fast.
If you have any questions about this pattern, or want to leave a link to your baby cap, please leave a comment below!
Happy Knitting!
3 comments:
how do you keep the rib pattern when decreasing?
You can follow the instructions for the decreases listed above. This gradually turns the 2x2 rib pattern (Knit 2, Purl 2) into a 1x1 rib pattern (Knit 1, Purl 1). Does this make sense? Thanks!
How can I adapt this pattern to other sizes?
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