How to Make a Beanie

by ProperFit Clothing in Craft > Fashion

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How to Make a Beanie

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We are showing how to make two styles of beanie.

1) Full color

2) Two tone with pom pom

Video Instructions

How to Make a Beanie

If you are having trouble visualizing the steps. Here is a very detailed video that will help guide you. :)

List of Supplies

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-LINK to PATTERN: https://www.properfitclothing.com/pro...
Super easy pattern to use. Download, print, cut, and sew.

-LINK to Singer Heavy Duty sewing machine: https://amzn.to/2DajNZ0

Very reliable and affordable sewing machine.

-LINK to POM POM: https://amzn.to/2DajNZ0

-LINK to Ribbing: https://amzn.to/2yXp9DT

-LINK to Knit Fabric: https://amzn.to/2yXp9DT

-LINK to Fleece: https://amzn.to/2yXp9DT

All of these fabrics can be used to make beanies. It really comes down to personal preference.

Trace and Cut

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-Place the pattern on the fold of the fabric.

-Trace the pattern and cut out.

-Keep in mind the trace points on the folded edge. They should match up the opposite side.

Sewing Long Side

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-With the right sides together. Sew the long edge from peak to peak.

-You will want a tight strong stitch to prevent tread break during daily use.

Flip Right Side Out

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-Take the beanie and flip it in half with the right sides out.

-Line up the peaks for sewing.

Sew Opposite of Fold

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-Start by sewing the opposite peak as the folded side.

-Make sure you sew all the layers.

Sew Across Top

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-Next you will want to sew across the top of the beanie end to end.

-This will close the top of the beanie.

Flip Right Side Out

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-Flip the right side and you are all done with first style of beanie!

Beanie #2

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-Trace and cut two separate fabrics.

-Then cut those two in half horizontally.

Sew Across Horizontally

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-Place the right sides together and sew across horizontally.

Sew Vertically

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-Fold vertically with right sides together.

-Sew vertically from peak to peak.

Flip Right Side Out

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-Take the beanie and flip it in half with the right sides out.
-Line up the peaks for sewing.

Sew Opposite of Fold

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-Start by sewing the opposite peak as the folded side.
-Make sure you sew all the layers.

Sew Across Top

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-Next you will want to sew across the top of the beanie end to end.

-Leave a small gap in the center of the top. This will be closed off when you add the pom pom.

Adding Pom Pom

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-Pom poms with have a long loop near the bottom. This loop is for attaching.

-find the loop and feed it though the top center of the beanie.

-Hold in place with fingers or pins.

Sew Pom Pom

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-With all the layers together and the pom pom loop in center opening.

-Sew across the opening. Closing off the gap and securing the pom pom down.

ALL DONE!

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