Steve's Beanie free knitting pattern for men in Caron Simply Soft is a one-page PDF on US Letter paper, ready to print at actual size. The pattern calls for one ball of Caron® Simply Soft® in Red (9729) and a set of four U.S. 8 (5 mm) double-pointed needles. A stitch marker is the only other material you'll need.
What the pattern includes
The PDF gives you the full instructions for knitting the beanie in the round. You'll cast on 6 sts, then increase with kfb around to 12 sts, and continue working the rounds as charted. The pattern ends with a loose cast-off in pattern. It also lists the gauge and directs you to the abbreviations page at yarnspirations.com.
Printing and using the PDF
Print the single page on US Letter paper at actual size—don't use fit-to-page, as that could shrink the text. Keep the PDF on your phone or tablet while you knit, or print a copy to keep with your yarn. The pattern is straightforward enough for a knitter who's comfortable with double-pointed needles and basic increases.
