The great thing about winter is that you can experiment with different hats to your heart’s content. This fall, the DIY beanie is the must-have accessory. Whether it’s one in countless colors, a simple, voluminous style, or a hat with flaps on the sides—it doesn’t really matter, as long as you’re well-hat-clad as you head into winter!
We can already see that beanies are trendy from the success of MyBoshi. Two guys started crocheting beanies, and in no time their brand became a hit. But of course, more brands are jumping on the trend, like Lana Grossa with “What’s Up,” which is full of trendy beanies. SMC is launching Lumio, a reflective yarn—when light hits it, you’ll instantly stand out in your handmade beanie. Katia keeps it simple with “Cap”—one Ball is enough for one beanie.
Beanie Inspiration
But what’s so great about a DIY beanie? Besides keeping you warm, it’s also a fashion item that lets you express your creativity. Plus, you can crochet or knit a beanie in just one evening. Before you know it, you’ll be hooked!
Design your own unique beanie
At Yarnplaza.com, you’ll find various beanie configurators that let you quickly and easily design your own unique style. We also offer ready-to-knit and crochet kits that include the pattern and all the Tools & Supplies you need so you can get started right away at home. Be sure to keep an eye on Yarnplaza.com—we’ll be launching a really cool promotion soon!
Want to design your own beanie?
If you have enough inspiration and knowledge to design your own beanie, it’s helpful to know which yarns are actually suitable for making one. Generally speaking, these are slightly thicker yarns that are a blend of wool and Acrylic. So they’re warm but also sturdy enough to crochet a beanie with. These yarns are suitable:
- MyBoshi No. 1
- Katia Cap Junior or Basic
- Knit Collage: Gypsy Garden or Daisy Chain
- Lana Grossa Ragazza Lei, Olympia, Siamo, or Double
- Phildar Rapido or Frimas
- Rico Essentials Big, Super Chunky, or Gigantic Mohair
- SMC Lova, Lumio, Bravo Big, or Boston Style
Proud of your beanie? We're really curious to see it. Share your creation with us via info@wolplein.nl And who knows—maybe your photo will be featured in our Wool of Fame soon!
