Slughorn Beanie by Jenny Noto is a great intermediate beginner project! It's knit using Rasta, a super soft, super bulky store favorite. The pattern includes multiple sets of instructions for different yarn weights and length customization options.
SIZE AND FINISHED MEASUREMENTS:
One size, to fit an average adult head.
Laying flat, the finished piece measures approximately 8" wide and 9" tall (or approx. 20 cm wide and 23 cm tall)
GAUGE:
17 stitches and 24 rows = 4" in St st in the round
1 skein Rasta
(needles and notions not included)
For this hat, you will need two sets of 16" circular and one set of DPNs. The pattern calls for US 11/8mm 16" circular needles and either:
US 13/9mm 16” circular needles and/or dpns
OR
US 15/10mm 16” circular needles and/or dpns