Beanie
(Cousteau Red Hat)

Ready to start your knitting journey? In this two-part video series, I will guide you through every step: from casting on your very first stitches to finishing a beautiful, professional-looking Cousteau-style ribbed beanie.

Whether you’ve never picked up needles before or just want to refresh the basics, these videos will give you all the skills you need to confidently create your first handmade project.

‼️ What You’ll Need

🧵 Yarn

Worsted-weight merino wool or any soft wool-blend yarn (approx. 100 g / 200 m or 2 balls of 50g yarn)
Choose a solid bright color for your first project — it helps you see your stitches more clearly

📎 Essential Tools

5 mm circular knitting needles (40–60 cm cable length recommended), example
Tapestry needle – for weaving in ends
A few stitch markers – to mark the beginning of rounds and decrease points
Measuring tape or ruler – for checking your gauge
Scissors – for cutting yarn

Part 1. How to Cast On & Knit Your First Stitches: Making a Gauge Swatch

Learn the essential knitting techniques — casting on, knit and purl stitches, and creating a gauge swatch to ensure your beanie fits perfectly. You’ll also discover how to measure, calculate your personal stitch count, and understand why gauge matters for every project.

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Part 2. Knitting Your First Beanie: From Cast On to Finished Hat

Put your new skills into action and knit your first hat! Follow along as I demonstrate knitting in the round, shaping the crown, and finishing techniques — all in the stretchy 1x1 ribbing pattern that makes this beanie both classic and beginner-friendly.

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📄 [Written Beanie Pattern (Multiple Sizes)]

🧠 Test Your Knowledge

Ready to check how much you’ve learned?

Take this short quiz to review the key points from both videos — from casting on to finishing your Cousteau Beanie.

It’s a fun way to make sure you’ve mastered the basics before moving to your next project!

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