HELLI Turn-Up Beanie 100% Baby Merino Wool 02 Ecru
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HELLI is a fold-over beanie made from 100% Baby Merino, in a medium weight for autumn and winter. Its key features are the smooth, non-fluffy knit and the calm, light ecru shade. Availability depends on the size selected — click your chosen variant to check whether it is ready to ship or made to order.
For everyday wear and the colder months
This style works well if you are looking for a merino wool beanie for regular wear through autumn and winter, without a fuzzy surface or a heavy, bulky feel. The light ecru shade gives it a soft, clean look and fits easily into a calm, neutral wardrobe. It is a good option when skin contact and comfort over longer wear matter. If you need a beanie for very intensive use without visible signs of wear, it is worth noting that this yarn has medium pilling resistance.
Yarn and feel against the skin
I use only 100% Baby Merino here, because in practice this type of merino works well when soft, clean contact with the skin is the priority. The knit is smooth, without fluff, and the yarn is certified to Oeko-Tex® Standard 100, which confirms it has been tested for harmful substances.
It is still wool, so it needs gentle handling and proper wool care, especially when hand washing.
How it sits on the head
The fold-over beanie shape gives a more defined outline around the forehead and ears, while keeping a relaxed, unstructured feel at the top. The double rib stitch moves naturally with the knit, so the beanie adapts without feeling flat or stiff. I hand-knit this beanie on needles, paying attention to how the stitch and fold-over edge affect comfort in wear. If you prefer very loose beanies or a clearly oversized shape, this style may feel more fitted.
Key features in use
- 100% Baby Merino – offers soft contact with the skin and can work well when standard wool tends to feel noticeable.
- Medium weight – gives warmth suited to autumn and winter without feeling overly heavy on the head.
- Smooth surface without fluff – gives the beanie a cleaner look and avoids a fuzzy effect around the face.
- Double rib stitch – improves elasticity, helping the shape adapt more naturally.
- Fold-over cuff – adds a greater sense of coverage at the lower edge and gives the beanie a neater line at the forehead.
- Handmade on knitting needles – gives each piece an individual finish and allows careful control of the material as it is made.
- Colour 02 Ecru – creates a light, neutral look, though it is worth keeping in mind that signs of everyday wear may show sooner on very light knitwear.
Extras and practical finishing touches
If you would like to change the character of the style, you can choose a matching pom-pom for your beanie in the same material and colour. You can also pair it with matching shawls, wraps and snoods if you would like a coordinated set for the colder season. The beanie is finished with an eco-leather label that can be easily unclipped for washing.