Lobster Beanie Pattern

This listing is for 1 PDF knitting pattern that can be downloaded immediately after purchasing.

The Lobster Beanie is part of the Seaside Stories Collection, which inspired by life along the beautiful Atlantic coast of Charleston, South Carolina. From early morning walks on the beach and salt air drifting through open windows to hidden treasures washed ashore, this collection celebrates the little moments that make coastal living so special.

Featuring charming duplicate stitch motifs inspired by the sea, each design begins with a simple worsted-weight beanie and is then transformed using the duplicate stitch technique. Whether you’re stitching a favorite seaside memory or dreaming of your next coastal getaway, these patterns are designed to bring a touch of the ocean to your knitting.

This collection is perfect for knitters who want to explore duplicate stitch or use up colorful yarn scraps from their stash. The motifs can easily be added to hats, sweaters, blankets, bags, pillows, and other knit projects, allowing you to personalize your knits far beyond the beanie included in the pattern.

This pattern includes two parts:

Part 1 provides written instructions for knitting the beanie (with options for a simple or folded brim).

Part 2 walks you through the duplicate stitch motif using a detailed chart and explanation.

Video link is included to help you master the duplicate stitch technique and achieve beautiful results.

Size: Adult (one size fits most)

Gauge: 22 stitches and 24 rows = 4” (10 cm) in stockinette stitch in the round

Needles:

• US 7 (4.5 mm) 16” circular needles

• US 8 (5 mm) 16” circular needles

(or size needed to obtain gauge)

Materials:

• Stitch marker

• Scissors

• Yarn needle

• Optional: Double-pointed needles for crown decreases

• Optional: Pom pom

Yarn:

Worsted-weight (Category 4) yarn

Shown in Malabrigo Rios (100% superwash merino wool; 210 yds / 192 m per 100 g skein)

Approximate yardage: 180 yards total

These patterns are ideal for using small amounts of leftover yarn, and all colorways used in the samples are listed within the pattern.