Hi, fellow yarnies! I’m going to share a secret with you all. I love cable knitting. There is so much fun in the way that you can add texture to just about any project you want. Today, I’ve got 12 Free Cable Knit Beanie Patterns Anyone Can Wear so that everyone in my life and yours can enjoy a cable knit as much as me! The thing is, everyone sees this texture a bit differently, so I’ve taken the time to bring together a lot of different variations.
One really exciting thing about each cable knit beanie pattern is that you’ll learn a new way to enjoy the cable knit, too. Since they all focus on different aspects, this is going to be the intensive study that you never knew you needed.
A warm and fun hat is the perfect opportunity to really explore the potential of cabling, too. Since hats are generic, always come in handy, and are great for presents, you can’t go wrong! You can explore ones with poms or classic skull caps. Some have large cuffs on them, and others don’t. Some feature really prominent cabling, and others let it stay in the background to give you as much creativity as possible.
If you love the idea of making a free cable knit beanie but aren’t sure who to give it to, I get that. You can give these as gifts for babies, a sibling, a partner, a parent, or a friend. You can also donate these to hospices and hospitals if you want to do your part to spread some cheer, colour, and pattern!
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Free 12 Cable Knit Beanie Patterns Below
Now for the best part. Take a detailed look at the photos and sneak peek information below for each of these 12 designs. If you are new to yarn work and are worried, the details will help. You can get to know what to expect for each free pattern so that you won’t take on something that doesn’t feel doable.
If you are ready to get to work on one of these patterns, click on the link in the description and you’ll be taken to the designer’s page to be started. There is no need to log in or sign up since these patterns are free for you to use as many times as you want!
If you are enjoying what you see, consider taking a moment to share a kind comment with the hard-working designer. They’ll appreciate your time!
CABLE KID’S HAT
Project Size: Approx 16” circumference to fit kids ages 3-6 Level: Easy Yarn Weight: Worsted Brand: Yarn Bee Soft and Sleek Needle: 4.00mm and 5.00mm Video: No Pattern Format: Written Pattern Designer: Amanda Saladin of Love Life Yarn
Project Size: One size to fit average Adult Level: Intermediate Yarn Weight: Worsted Brand: Patons Needle: 6mm Video: No Pattern Format: PDF Download Designer: Katherine Poole-Fournier of Yarnspirations
Project Size: 54-56 cm Level: Unspecified Yarn Weight: Bulky Brand: Unspecified Needle: 5mm and 4.5mm Video: No Pattern Format: Written Pattern Designer: Ann of Crazy Hands
Project Size: 56cm Level: Intermediate Yarn Weight: Aran Brand: Cleckheaton Verve 12 Ply Needle: 4.5mm and 5.5mm Video: No Pattern Format: PDF Download Designer: Unspecified of The Australian Yarn Company
Project Size: 53.5 cm Level: Intermediate Yarn Weight: Worsted Brand: Red Heart® Super Saver Needle: 5 mm Video: No Pattern Format: PDF Download Designer: Unspecified of Yarnspirations
Project Size: 36-40 cm Level: Unspecified Yarn Weight: Worsted Brand: Red Heart: Soft Touch Needle: 3.5 mm Video: No Pattern Format: Written Pattern Designer: Ann of Crazy Hands
Project Size: Unspecified Level: Unspecified Yarn Weight: DK Brand: Unspecified Needle: 4.5mm Video: No Pattern Format: Written Pattern Designer: Juanamac of The Knit Guru
Project Size: medium preemie, large preemie Level: Unspecified Yarn Weight: DK Brand: Unspecified Needle: 4.0 mm Video: No Pattern Format: Written Pattern Designer: Marianna Mel of Marianna’s Lazy Daisy Days
Project Size: Unspecified Level: Easy Yarn Weight: Super Bulky Brand: Wool-Ease Thick & Quick Needle: 9.0mm Video: No Pattern Format: Written Pattern Designer: Susan of A Box of Twine
Project Size: One size to fit Adult Level: Intermediate Yarn Weight: Worsted Brand: Patons Classic Wool Needle: 4mm and 4.5mm Video: No Pattern Format: PDF Download Designer: Unspecified of Yarnspiration
Project Size: 53-56 cm Level: Unspecified Yarn Weight: DK Brand: Schaffhauser Wolle Needle: 4.5mm and 5mm Video:Yes Pattern Format: Video Tutorial and Written Pattern Designer: Ann of Crazy Hands
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About the Author: Ariana Wimsett is an expert curator and author with a deep background in fiber arts. She uses her professional eye to discover and recommend high-quality knitting patterns for makers of all levels.