This beanie is designed to match my “Kate’s Cowl” and uses a stitch combo from a headband I made a few years ago that I have always wanted to do again. It makes a nice texture, is fun to do, but easy enough to work during distractions (a much-appreciated feature around my house lol).
Scroll down for the instructions, matching patterns, and info about the “2023 Hat of the Month Cal”.
This pattern is part of the 2023 Scarf and Hat of the Month cal with The Stitchin Mommy and Oombawka Design Crochet. Each month three hat patterns are released and you get can get the downloadable patterns for free for a limited time (the instructions will continue to be free to follow along ON the blog after that as well).
The pattern for my scarf is available free below and you can get the other two scarf patterns at the following links:
Matching Patterns
- By the Lake Headband
- Kate’s Cowl: download the pdf for this matching cowl for free until 5/31 too!
Kate’s Beanie Free Crochet Pattern
The pattern for this beanie is available to view for free below.
Download the ad-free pdf for this pattern for free until 5/31/23. CLICK HERE to add it to your cart and check out. No coupon code needed.
Materials
- Yarn: 200 yards worsted weight yarn
Sample Yarn: Bernat Super Value (175 yds Lilac, 30 yards Grey Ragg) - Crochet Hook: H (5mm), J (6mm)
- Notions: Yarn needle for weaving in ends
- Optional: Measuring tape, scissors
Details
- Gauge: 4” from outer edge of one cluster to the next (see photo below)
- Sizes: Child Small, Child Large/Preteen, Teen/Adult
Tips
- First stitch of each row is worked into the same stitch as the turning chain.
- Numbers at the beginning of each line may refer to steps and not indicate number of rows.
- Stitch count remains the same unless noted at end of row/round.
- If you have any questions about this pattern please contact [email protected].
- Tie the drawstring to wear as a hat or leave the drawstring loose to wear as a cowl.
Tips
- First stitch of each row is worked into the same stitch as the turning chain unless noted.
- Numbers at the beginning of each line may refer to steps and not indicate number of rows.
- Remember “hdc 2” means to work one hdc in each of the next 2 sts. 2hdc is an increase and means to work 2hdc sts in ONE st.
Note about all sizes: This hat begins at the top with a chain and joined to work in the round. You can follow the directions as written or start with a fsc (foundation single crochet) chain if preferred.
Directions for Child Small size
Dimensions (measured flat): 8.5” wide x 8-8.5” tall
Pattern is worked from top of hat to bottom. Change colors as desired.
1. Leave a tail in the beginning. This will be used to sew a small seam closed. With a J hook and worsted weight yarn (lilac in sample), ch 50, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (49sts)
2. Ch 1, sc in the same st and n each st to end of row, sl st in the first st to join. The gap from the beginning row will be sewn closed later.
3. For steps 3-5, the beginning chain counts as a st. Ch 2, hdc in the next st (not the same st as the turning ch), *sk 2, 5hdc in next st, sk 2, hdc 2*, repeat until 5 sts remain, sk 2, 5hdc in next st, sk 2, sl st in top of ch 2 to join.
(49sts) Stitch count remains the same for the full beanie.
4. Ch 2, TURN, *hdc in between posts of 2nd and 3rd hdc of 5hdc cluster from previous round and in between posts of 3rd and 4th hdc, 5hdc in space between 2 hdc from previous round*, repeat until 1 cluster remains, hdc in between posts of 2nd and 3rd hdc of 5hdc cluster from previous round and in between posts of 3rd and 4th hdc, 4hdc in between last 2hdc, sl st in top of ch 2 to join.
Note: the last cluster is made up of only 4hdc because the beginning ch 2 creates the 5th post. When starting the next round, count the ch as the first post.
5. Repeat step 4 until hat measures approximately 7” from starting edge (or 1” shorter than desired length) Note: Make sure to end on the right side of hat. If last desired round is on the wrong side (inside), sl st, ch 1, turn.
6. Ch 1, hdc in the same st and in each st to end of round, sl st to join.
7-8. Ch 1, *fpsc, bpsc*, repeat to end of round, sl st to join.
Note: The second round is a little bit tricky because an sc st doesn’t have much of a post.
Finish off and weave in ends.
Use the beginning yarn tail and a yarn needle to sew the beginning gap together.
Drawstring: With matching yarn and H hook, create a ch approximately 32” (inches, not chains) long. Finish off and tie a knot in both ends. Weave in and out of the dc round at the top of the hat, *under two posts, over two*, repeat to end of round. Pull through until ends are even.
Directions for Child Large/Preteen size
Dimensions (measured flat): 9 x 8.5-9” tall
Pattern is worked from top of hat to bottom. Change colors as desired.
1. Leave a tail in the beginning. This will be used to sew a small seam closed. With a J hook and worsted weight yarn (lilac in sample), ch 57, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (56sts)
2. Ch 1, sc in the same st and n each st to end of row, sl st in the first st to join. The gap from the beginning row will be sewn closed later.
3. For steps 3-5, the beginning chain counts as a st. Ch 2, hdc in the next st (not the same st as the turning ch), *sk 2, 5hdc in next st, sk 2, hdc 2*, repeat until 5 sts remain, sk 2, 5hdc in next st, sk 2, sl st in top of ch 2 to join.
(56sts) Stitch count remains the same for the full beanie.
4. Ch 2, TURN, *hdc in between posts of 2nd and 3rd hdc of 5hdc cluster from previous round and in between posts of 3rd and 4th hdc, 5hdc in space between 2 hdc from previous round*, repeat until 1 cluster remains, hdc in between posts of 2nd and 3rd hdc of 5hdc cluster from previous round and in between posts of 3rd and 4th hdc, 4hdc in between last 2hdc, sl st in top of ch 2 to join.
Note: the last cluster is made up of only 4hdc because the beginning ch 2 creates the 5th post. When starting the next round, count the ch as the first post.
5. Repeat step 4 until hat measures approximately 8” from starting edge (or 1” shorter than desired length) Note: Make sure to end on the right side of hat. If last desired round is on the wrong side (inside), sl st, ch 1, turn.
6. Ch 1, hdc in the same st and in each st to end of round, sl st to join.
7-8. Ch 1, *fpsc, bpsc*, repeat to end of round, sl st to join.
Note: The second round is a little bit tricky because an sc st doesn’t have much of a post.
Finish off and weave in ends.
Use the beginning yarn tail and a yarn needle to sew the beginning gap together.
Drawstring: With matching yarn and H hook, create a ch approximately 32” (inches, not chains) long. Finish off and tie a knot in both ends. Weave in and out of the dc round at the top of the hat, *under two posts, over two*, repeat to end of round. Pull through until ends are even.
Directions for Teen/Adult size
Dimensions (measured flat): 9.5-10” x 10” tall
Pattern is worked from top of hat to bottom. Change colors as desired.
1. Leave a tail in the beginning. This will be used to sew a small seam closed. With a J hook and worsted weight yarn (lilac in sample), ch 64, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (63sts)
2. Ch 1, sc in the same st and n each st to end of row, sl st in the first st to join. The gap from the beginning row will be sewn closed later.
3. For steps 3-5, the beginning chain counts as a st. Ch 2, hdc in the next st (not the same st as the turning ch), *sk 2, 5hdc in next st, sk 2, hdc 2*, repeat until 5 sts remain, sk 2, 5hdc in next st, sk 2, sl st in top of ch 2 to join.
(63sts) Stitch count remains the same for the full beanie.
4. Ch 2, TURN, *hdc in between posts of 2nd and 3rd hdc of 5hdc cluster from previous round and in between posts of 3rd and 4th hdc, 5hdc in space between 2 hdc from previous round*, repeat until 1 cluster remains, hdc in between posts of 2nd and 3rd hdc of 5hdc cluster from previous round and in between posts of 3rd and 4th hdc, 4hdc in between last 2hdc, sl st in top of ch 2 to join.
Note: the last cluster is made up of only 4hdc because the beginning ch 2 creates the 5th post. When starting the next round, count the ch as the first post.
5. Repeat step 4 until hat measures approximately 9” from starting edge (or 1” shorter than desired length) Make sure to end on the right side of hat. If last desired round is on the wrong side (inside), sl st, ch 1, turn.
6. Ch 1, hdc in the same st and in each st to end of round, sl st to join.
7-8. Ch 1, *fpsc, bpsc*, repeat to end of round, sl st to join.
Note: The second round is a little bit tricky because an sc st doesn’t have much of a post.
Finish off and weave in ends.
Use the beginning yarn tail and a yarn needle to sew the beginning gap together.
Drawstring: With matching yarn and H hook, create a ch approximately 36” (inches, not chains) long. Finish off and tie a knot in both ends. Weave in and out of the dc round at the top of the hat, *under two posts, over two*, repeat to end of round. Pull through until ends are even.
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