This free beanie knitting pattern is a textured bobble hat for the whole family, and it is a great one to add to your list of free hat knitting patterns.
If you are looking for a free beanie knitting pattern that is warm, practical, and still fun to knit, the Mason Beanie is a great place to start. This hat has a folded brim for extra warmth, a simple bottom-up construction, and a bobble texture that gives the whole beanie a little extra personality without making it too complicated. I love a hat pattern that works for babies, kids, and adults because it means I can make the same design for several people in my family without having to hunt down a new pattern every time. This free beanie knitting pattern is especially useful for winter knitting, gifting, and everyday wear.
The Mason Beanie is one of those hats that gets used again and again in our house. Here in Montana, when the snow shows up and the kids start digging through the hat bin, this is the kind of hat that actually gets worn.
The bobbles remind me of little rocks, which is where the Mason name came from. It has just enough texture to keep the knitting interesting, but the finished hat is still simple enough for regular winter wear.
What materials do you need for this free beanie knitting pattern?
For this free beanie knitting pattern, I used Cascade 220 Superwash, which is a worsted weight yarn that works really well for everyday hats. It gives the bobbles nice stitch definition, holds up well for regular use, and comes in plenty of colors if you want to make several versions.
You will also need size 7, 4.5mm circular needles and/or DPNs, a yarn needle, and an optional fur pompom if you want to finish the top with a little extra detail. Since this free beanie knitting pattern includes sizes from newborn through large adult, it is a great pattern to keep on hand for family knitting.
Newborn, baby, toddler, child, and small adult sizes use 1 skein of Cascade 220 Superwash. The large adult size uses 2 skeins.
The gauge for this pattern is 20 stitches by 28 rows over 4 inches by 4 inches, or 10 cm by 10 cm. The head measurements included are newborn 12-14 inches, baby 14-16 inches, toddler 16-18 inches, child 18-20 inches, small adult 20-22 inches, and large adult 22-24 inches.
I always recommend checking your gauge before starting, especially when knitting a hat that needs to fit well. A small gauge difference can change the finished size more than you might expect.
How do you knit this free beanie knitting pattern?
This free beanie knitting pattern is worked in the round from the bottom up. You will start with your favorite stretchy cast on, then work the folded brim in a twisted rib before moving into the main bobble section of the hat.
The bobble rounds are spaced between plain knit rounds, which lets the texture stand out without making every single round feel complicated. If bobbles are new to you, it can help to practice one on a small swatch first so you understand how the stitch is built before adding it to the hat.
Once the body of the hat reaches the correct length for your size, you will work the crown decreases. As the top gets smaller, you can switch to DPNs or use your preferred small-circumference knitting method.
The hat is finished by cutting the yarn, pulling it through the remaining stitches, and cinching the top closed. After weaving in the ends, you can block it as desired and add an optional pompom.
What other free hat knitting patterns should you try next?
If you love this free beanie knitting pattern, you may also want to check out more free hat knitting patterns on my blog. I have several hat patterns that are great for gift knitting, family sets, winter wear, and using up favorite yarn from your stash.
Here are a few more free hat knitting patterns to try next:
• Grace Beanie
• Rosebud Hat
• Everyday Beanie Worsted
• Michael Beanie
• Leah Hat
These patterns all have their own style, so you can choose something simple, textured, classic, or a little more detailed depending on what you feel like knitting next. I love having a few different free hat knitting patterns saved because hats are one of those projects I come back to over and over.
The Mason Beanie fits right into that list because it is practical but still has a fun texture. It is a great winter hat for kids, adults, and anyone who needs a warm everyday beanie.
Mason Beanie Free Pattern
Yarn –Cascade 220 Superwash
Newborn, Baby, Toddler, Child Small Adult – 1 skein
Large Adult – 2 skeins
Gauge – 20x28sts per 4x4in or 10x10cm
Needles – 7 (4.5mm) circular and/or dpn
Sizes – (newborn, baby), (toddler, child), (small adult, large adult)
Head Measurement – (30-35, 35-40), (40-45, 45-50), (50-55, 55-60) cms or (12-14, 14-16), (16-18, 18-20), (20-22, 22-24) ins
Other –yarn needle, optional – fur pompom
Mason features a fun bobble spaced perfectly. The bobbles remind me of little rocks hence the name choice of Mason. The simplicity makes it a great everyday hat while the folded over edge keeps your ears extra warm.
Mason Beanie is worked in the round working from bottom up.
Abbreviations can be found at the end of the pattern.
NEWBORN
Cast on 60 using your favorite stretchy cast on.
Join in the round.
Ktbl1P1 around until you have reached 2.5ins (6.25cms) from cast on edge.
Rounds 1-4 – knit around
Round 5 (bobble round) – [k4, (k, yo, k, yo, k into the next st, turn, p5, turn, k5, turn, p5, turn, k5, slip the previous 4 sts over the last st successively), k5] repeat [to] around
Rounds 6-13 – knit around
Round 14 (bobble round)– [k9, (k, yo, k, yo, k into the next st, turn, p5, turn, k5, turn, p5, turn, k5, slip the previous 4 sts over the last st successively)] repeat [to] around
Rounds 15-18 – knit around
Repeat rounds 1-18 until your work measures appx 7ins (17.5cms).
Switch to dpn when necessary.
DECREASES
Round 1 – [k2tog, k2] around (42sts)
Round 2 – knit around
Round 3 – [k2tog, k1] around (28sts)
Round 4 – knit around
Round 5 – [k2tog] around (14sts)
Round 6 – knit around
Round 7 – [k2tog] around (7sts)
Do not bind off. Cut yarn leaving appx -10ins. Pull yarn through remaining stitches and cinch the top tight. Weave in ends. Block as desired.
BABY
Cast on 70 using your favorite stretchy cast on.
Join in the round.
Ktbl1P1 around until you have reached 3ins (7.5cms) from cast on edge.
Rounds 1-4 – knit around
Round 5 (bobble round) – [k4, (k, yo, k, yo, k into the next st, turn, p5, turn, k5, turn, p5, turn, k5, slip the previous 4 sts over the last st successively), k5] repeat [to] around
Rounds 6-13 – knit around
Round 14 (bobble round)– [k9, (k, yo, k, yo, k into the next st, turn, p5, turn, k5, turn, p5, turn, k5, slip the previous 4 sts over the last st successively)] repeat [to] around
Rounds 15-18 – knit around
Repeat rounds 1-18 until your work measures appx 8ins (20cms).
Switch to dpn when necessary.
DECREASES
Round 1 – [k2tog, k3] around (56sts)
Round 2 – knit around
Round 3 – [k2tog, k2] around (42sts)
Round 4 – knit around
Round 5 – [k2tog, k1] around (28sts)
Round 6 – knit around
Round 7 – [k2tog] around (14sts)
Round 8 – knit around
Round 9 – [k2tog] around (7sts)
Do not bind off. Cut yarn leaving appx -10ins. Pull yarn through remaining stitches and cinch the top tight. Weave in ends. Block as desired.
TODDLER
Cast on 80 using your favorite stretchy cast on.
Join in the round.
Ktbl1P1 around until you have reached 3ins (7.5cms) from cast on edge.
Rounds 1-4 – knit around
Round 5 (bobble round) – [k4, (k, yo, k, yo, k into the next st, turn, p5, turn, k5, turn, p5, turn, k5, slip the previous 4 sts over the last st successively), k5] repeat [to] around
Rounds 6-13 – knit around
Round 14 (bobble round)– [k9, (k, yo, k, yo, k into the next st, turn, p5, turn, k5, turn, p5, turn, k5, slip the previous 4 sts over the last st successively)] repeat [to] around
Rounds 15-18 – knit around
Repeat rounds 1-18 until your work measures appx 9ins (22.5cms).
Switch to dpn when necessary.
DECREASES
Round 1 – [k2tog, k3] around (64sts)
Round 2 – knit around
Round 3 – [k2tog, k2] around (48sts)
Round 4 – knit around
Round 5 – [k2tog, k1] around (32sts)
Round 6 – knit around
Round 7 – [k2tog] around (16sts)
Round 8 – knit around
Round 9 – [k2tog] around (8sts)
Do not bind off. Cut yarn leaving appx -10ins. Pull yarn through remaining stitches and cinch the top tight. Weave in ends. Block as desired.
CHILD
Cast on 90 using your favorite stretchy cast on.
Join in the round.
Ktbl1P1 around until you have reached 4ins (10cms) from cast on edge.
Rounds 1-4 – knit around
Round 5 (bobble round) – [k4, (k ,yo, k, yo, k into the next st, turn, p5, turn, k5, turn, p5, turn, k5, slip the previous 4 sts over the last st successively), k5] repeat [to] around
Rounds 6-13 – knit around
Round 14 (bobble round)– [k9, (k, yo, k, yo, k into the next st, turn, p5, turn, k5, turn, p5, turn, k5, slip the previous 4 sts over the last st successively)] repeat [to] around
Rounds 15-18 – knit around
Repeat rounds 1-18 until your work measures appx 10ins (25cms).
Switch to dpn when necessary.
DECREASES
Round 1 – [k2tog, k3] around (72sts)
Round 2 – knit around
Round 3 – [k2tog, k2] around (54sts)
Round 4 – knit around
Round 5 – [k2tog, k1] around (36sts)
Round 6 – knit around
Round 7 – [k2tog] around (18sts)
Round 8 – knit around
Round 9 – [k2tog] around (9sts)
Do not bind off. Cut yarn leaving appx -10ins. Pull yarn through remaining stitches and cinch the top tight. Weave in ends. Block as desired.
SMALL ADULT
Cast on 100 using your favorite stretchy cast on.
Join in the round.
Ktbl1P1 around until you have reached 4ins (10cms) from cast on edge.
Rounds 1-4 – knit around
Round 5 (bobble round) – [k4, (k, yo, k, yo, k into the next st, turn, p5, turn, k5, turn, p5, turn, k5, slip the previous 4 sts over the last st successively), k5] repeat [to] around
Rounds 6-13 – knit around
Round 14 (bobble round)– [k9, (k, yo, k, yo, k into the next st, turn, p5, turn, k5,
turn, p5, turn, k5, slip the previous 4 sts over the last st successively)] repeat [to] around
Rounds 15-18 – knit around
Repeat rounds 1-18 until your work measures appx 11ins (27.5cms).
Switch to dpn when necessary.
DECREASES
Round 1 – [k2tog, k3] around (80sts)
Round 2 – knit around
Round 3 – [k2tog, k2] around (60sts)
Round 4 – knit around
Round 5 – [k2tog, k1] around (40sts)
Round 6 – knit around
Round 7 – [k2tog] around (20sts)
Round 8 – knit around
Round 9 – [k2tog] around (10sts)
Do not bind off. Cut yarn leaving appx -10ins. Pull yarn through remaining stitches and cinch the top tight. Weave in ends. Block as desired.
LARGE ADULT
Cast on 110 using your favorite stretchy cast on.
Join in the round.
Ktbl1P1 around until you have reached 4ins (10cms) from cast on edge.
Rounds 1-4 – knit around
Round 5 (bobble round) – [k4, (k, yo, k, yo, k into the next st, turn, p5, turn, k5, turn, p5, turn, k5, slip the previous 4 sts over the last st successively){bobble made}, k5] repeat [to] around
Rounds 6-13 – knit around
Round 14 (bobble round)– [k9, (k, yo, k, yo, k into the next st, turn, p5, turn, k5,
turn, p5, turn, k5, slip the previous 4 sts over the last st successively){bobble made}] repeat [to] around
Rounds 15-18 – knit around
Repeat rounds 1-18 until your work measures appx 12ins (30cms).
Switch to dpn when necessary.
DECREASES
Round 1 – [k2tog, k3] around (88sts)
Round 2 – knit around
Round 3 – [k2tog, k2] around (66sts)
Round 4 – knit around
Round 5 – [k2tog, k1] around (44sts)
Round 6 – knit around
Round 7 – [k2tog] around (22sts)
Round 8 – knit around
Round 9 – [k2tog] around (11sts)
Do not bind off. Cut yarn leaving appx -10ins. Pull yarn through remaining stitches and cinch the top tight. Weave in ends. Block as desired.
Abbreviations
k – knit
P – purl
sl – slip stitch
st – stitch
k2tog -knit 2 stitches together
yo – yarn over
Now I want to know: do you like knitting bobbles, or do you usually skip patterns that use them? Tell me in the comments because I love hearing which textures other knitters enjoy most.
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