Como Beanie + Scarf Knitting Pattern

Como Beanie + Scarf in MODE at Rowan Mohair Soft

What is Being Made

The Como Beanie + Scarf is a coordinating two-piece knit set designed by Quail Studio. This seamless knitting pattern includes an adult-sized beanie with an approximate circumference of 48cm and a matching scarf. Both pieces are worked using the same yarn and complementary techniques, creating a cohesive accessory collection suitable for average-sized adult women.

Construction Methods and Techniques

This pattern is designed with versatility in mind, offering knitters two distinct construction approaches. The beanie can be worked seamlessly in the round using circular needles, or alternatively worked flat and seamed together. The in-the-round method eliminates the need for seaming and creates a continuous fabric, while the flat construction method provides an option for knitters who prefer traditional flat knitting on straight needles.

The crown shaping is accomplished through strategic decreases worked at regular intervals. The pattern uses K2tog (knit two together) decreases positioned at specific points to gradually reduce stitches and form the fitted crown of the beanie. When working in the round, the pattern specifies changing to double-pointed needles when the stitch count becomes too small for circular needles to accommodate comfortably.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The Como Beanie features a ribbed cuff worked in a classic K1, P1 (knit one, purl one) rib pattern. This elastic ribbing is worked for approximately 23cm and provides a snug, stretchy edge that helps the beanie stay in place. The ribbed section transitions into the main body of the hat.

Following the ribbed cuff, the pattern incorporates a purl decrease row that reduces the stitch count from 76 stitches to 68 stitches, creating a subtle shaping transition. The main body of the beanie is then worked in stockinette stitch (st st), which produces a smooth, classic knit fabric. Stockinette stitch consists of alternating knit rows (when working flat) or knit rounds (when working in the round), creating the characteristic V-pattern texture on the right side of the fabric.

Crown shaping employs a series of decrease rows or rounds using knit two together decreases spaced at regular intervals (K4, K2tog pattern, then K3, K2tog pattern) to gradually taper the crown and form the fitted top of the beanie.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Como Beanie + Scarf pattern is designed to be worked with Rowan Mohair Soft yarn, a luxurious fiber choice that creates a soft, lightweight fabric. The yarn is held double throughout the pattern, meaning two strands are worked together simultaneously, which increases the fabric weight and creates a warmer, more substantial garment.

The pattern photographed features the colorway Wine (10208) in Rowan Mohair Soft. Each 50-gram ball of yarn provides sufficient yardage for the project when worked with the yarn held double.

Needle Requirements

The pattern accommodates multiple needle options to suit different knitting preferences:

• For flat knitting: One pair of 6.5mm (US 10.5) straight needles for the ribbed cuff, and one pair of 7mm (US 10.5) straight needles for the main body and crown shaping
• For seamless in-the-round knitting: One 40cm circular needle in 6.5mm (US 10.5) for the ribbed cuff, and one 40cm circular needle in 7mm (US 10.5) for the main body. Double-pointed needles in 6.5mm (US 10.5) are used for the final crown decreases when the stitch count becomes too small for circular needles

Tension and Gauge

Achieving the correct gauge is essential for proper fit. The pattern specifies a tension of 14 stitches and 20 rows or rounds to 10 centimeters, measured over stockinette stitch using 7mm (US 10.5) needles with the yarn held double. Knitters should swatch before beginning to ensure their tension matches the pattern requirements, as variations in tension will affect the final circumference and fit of the beanie.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as advanced beginner