Easy Jumbo Yarn Beanie Pattern for Beginners

I have always loved finger knitting projects. There is something really satisfying about working with thick yarn, using your hands, and seeing a project grow fast right in front of you. This Jumbo Yarn Beanie Pattern came from that love for chunky textures and quick makes, but with a little twist. Instead of buying jumbo yarn, I am creating my own chunky yarn on a circular knitting machine and then turning it into a cozy beanie. It gives you that finger knitting look and feel, with more control and a super clean finish.

Material needed for the Jumbo Yarn Beanie Pattern

• Any circular knitting machine
• Addi Egg (good for DK size 3 yarn)
• Tapestry needle
• Leather tag (https://amzn.to/4sybEnc)

This beanie is made using jumbo yarn that you create yourself on a circular knitting machine. I used panel mode with 5 needles, but this is very flexible. You can also use 6 or 7 needles if you want a slightly looser or thicker look. This method also works really well on the Addi Egg.

Jumbo yarn preparation

You will be knitting flat panels to create your jumbo yarn.

For this beanie, I calculated that each row uses about 2 meters of jumbo yarn, so keep that in mind when planning the length you need.

Once your jumbo yarn is ready, you can move on to the beanie construction.

Cast on 5 needles on your knitting machine to work as a panel going back and forth to create a long I-cord, once you have a few rows you can cinch the end.

For the first color, make about 9 meters of jumbo yarn. For the middle color, you will need around 4 meters, and for the top color, about 6 meters. You can adjust these lengths slightly depending on your tension.

When you finish each color, knit one empty row without yarn. This helps release the stitches cleanly. Then use a tapestry needle to carefully remove the I cord from the machine before starting the next color.

To speed things up, I used the weights that come with the Caydo I cord maker, which helps the yarn feed smoothly and keeps the tension consistent.

How to Make the Jumbo Yarn Beanie

This beanie is made using jumbo yarn that you create yourself on a circular knitting machine. I used panel mode with 5 needles, but you can also use 6 or 7 needles depending on how chunky you want your yarn to be. This method also works great on the Addi Egg.

For planning your yarn, I calculated that each row uses about 2 meters of jumbo yarn.

Beanie construction overview

The beanie is worked as a short tube. The crochet chain is the bottom edge, and the top is cinched closed to create the beanie shape.

Bottom edge

• Start by making 18 crochet chain stitches.
• Join the chain into a ring with one single crochet, making sure the chain is not twisted. This forms the bottom opening of the beanie.

Knitting the tube

• Using your jumbo yarn, pull one stitch through each crochet chain to begin knitting.
• Continue knitting in the round to form a tube.
• Knit 8 total rows, keeping your tension even. Each row uses approximately 2 meters of jumbo yarn. After this try it on to check if you need an extra row.

Closing the top

• Thread the tail through each loop on the final row.
• Pull tightly to cinch the top closed, forming the crown.
• Cut the yarn, leaving a short tail.
• Secure the yarn and tuck the tail neatly inside the loops.

This construction gives you a cozy beanie with a clean bottom edge and a soft gathered top, very similar to the look of finger knitting but made with the control of a circular knitting machine.

Add a pom pom on top for an extra cozy and playful finish.

Conclusion for the Jumbo Yarn Beanie Pattern

This Jumbo Yarn Beanie is one of those projects that feels just as fun to make as it is to wear. Creating your own chunky yarn on the circular knitting machine gives you that finger knitting look while keeping everything neat and controlled. It is quick, cozy, and very forgiving, which makes it perfect for experimenting with colors, yarn combinations, or even making a whole batch for gifts or markets. Add a pom pom if you like, make it taller or shorter, and most of all enjoy the process of watching this beanie come together row by row.

FAQs

Can I use chenille, velvet, or DK acrylic yarn for this Jumbo Yarn Beanie?

Yes. Chenille and velvet yarns work beautifully and give a very soft and plush finish. DK acrylic yarn also works well and is a great budget friendly option. The key is that the yarn feeds smoothly through the circular knitting machine so the jumbo yarn stays even.

How do I turn regular yarn into chunky or jumbo yarn using a circular knitting machine?

You can create chunky or jumbo yarn by knitting flat in panel mode using a small number of needles, such as 5, 6, or 7. This creates a thick I cord style strand that mimics finger knitting yarn and can then be used just like store bought chunky yarn.

Which machine works best for making chunky yarn for this pattern?

This method works on most circular knitting machines that support panel mode. Smaller machines like the Addi Egg work great, and using weights helps keep consistent tension and makes the process much faster.

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