King Aidan

Here is a wonderful crown pattern for any little kings or princes (or queens or princesses for that matter). It is knitted-in-the-round. It's quite quick to knit up, although the optional jewels require some hand sewing to attach them. You will need to pick up and knit stitches. Gauge is 22 sts to 10cm or 5 1/2 sts to 1 inch over stocking stitch (stockingnette). Written instructions are very detailed and include explanatory photos where necessary. Included with the pattern is an introduction to circular knitting as well as techniques and abbreviations. The band uses 2 yarns: 1 for the main colour and another for the dots. The "dot" yarn is also used for the ball and jewels. The 3rd yarn makes the crown spikes and the 4th, is the crown or top of the beanie. Yardage for larger size is approximately 230m/250yards and 215m/235yards for small size.