Red and Black Beanie

I actually wasn't planning on making a hat for a while, but I've been working on some rather large projects and I needed a break.  Besides, I had gotten a comment from someone who couldn't wait to see my next hat pattern, so I couldn't resist for long.

Materials:

-1 skein each Caron Simply Soft yarn in Red (A) and Black (B)

-US size 7 (4.5 mm) circular needles

-Yarn or tapestry needle

Abbreviations:

St(s)- stitch(es)

k- knit

p- purl

k2tog- knit 2 together

m1- pick up and knit the bar in between the sts

CO- cast on

Sl- slip

Psso- pass slipped st over

Hat:

CO 60 sts in A.

Join in the round.

Work in k2, p2 rib for 2 in.

Switch to B.

* k1, m1, k8, m1, k1 * to end

K all sts for next round.

* k2, m1, k8, m1, k2 * to end

Work the following rounds until piece measures 8 ½ in.

Round 1:  * k19, sl1, m1, k1, psso the m1 and k1 * rep to end

Round 2:  k all sts.

After piece measures 8 ½ in, work the following round:

* k2tog 9 times, k1, and depending on what round you’re on, either k2 or sl1, m1, k1, psso the m1 and k1 * rep to end.

Cut the yarn, leaving 6 in tail.

Thread the yarn through your needle and slide through all sts on needle.

Pull tight, sew up, and weave in all ends.