CROCHET
Slouchy Hats & Beanies

14 Quick and Easy Patterns

JULIE KING

Essex, Connecticut

Blue Ridge Summit, Pennsylvania

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Alaska Beanie

This super cozy beanie has earflaps with long ties for extra warmth on cold days. Front post stitches create a unique texture, and tassels are a fun finishing touch!

YARN

Bernat Roving, #5 bulky weight yarn, acrylic/wool, 3.5 oz (100 g) per skein: 85 yd (78 m) of #32 Putty (A) and 70 yd (64 m) of #71 Plum (B)

MATERIALS

» US Size N/13 (9 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

» Yarn needle

» Scissors

DIFFICULTY

Intermediate

SIZES

One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length: 9.5 in (24 cm) plus earflap Circumference: 24 in (61 cm)

GAUGE

8 dc and 4 rows = 4 in (10 cm)

NOTES

» Pattern is worked in joined rounds.

» Ch 3 at beginning of rounds will count as 1 dc or FPdc as noted.

» Ch 1 at beginning of rounds does not count as a stitch.

» This yarn works up like a #6 super bulky weight. Other #5’s will probably not work for this pattern.

INSTRUCTIONS

With A, make a magic ring.

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 10 dc in ring, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—11 dc.

Round 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1 FPdc), 1 FPdc in same st, 2 FPdc in each st around, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—22 FPdc.

Round 3: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc in next st, *1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st; repeat from * around, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—33 dc.

Round 4: Ch 3 (counts as 1 FPdc), 1 FPdc in same st, skip 1 st, 2 FPdc in next st, *2 FPdc in next st, skip 1 st, 2 FPdc in next st; repeat from * around, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—44 FPdc.

Round 5: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 1 dc in each st around, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—44 dc.

Round 6: Ch 3 (counts as 1 FPdc), 1 FPdc in same st, skip 1 st, *2 FPdc in next st, skip 1 st; repeat from * around, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—44 FPdc.

Rounds 7–8: Repeat rounds 5–6, fasten off A.

Rounds 9–10: With B, repeat rounds 5–6.

Round 11: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), 1 sc in each of the next 7 sts, 1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, 3 tr in next st, 2 tr in next st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 18 sts, 1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, 2 tr in next st, 3 tr in next st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 7 sts, sl st to 1st sc to join—32 sc + 12 dc + 10 tr.

Round 12: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), 1 sc in each of the next 8 sts, 2 FPdc in next st, [skip 1 st, 2 FPdc in next st] twice, 1 dc in next st, ch 26, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each of the next 24 chs, 1 dc in same st as previous dc, 2 FPdc in next st, skip 1 st, 2 FPdc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 20 sts, 2 FPdc in next st, skip 1 st, 2 FPdc in next st, 1 dc in next st, ch 26, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each of the next 24 chs, 1 dc in same st as previous dc, 2 FPdc in next st, [skip 1 st, 2 FPdc in next st] twice, 1 sc in each of the next 8 sts, invisible join to 1st sc, and fasten off B—86 sc + 20 FPdc + 4 dc.

FINISHING

Attach tassels or pom-poms to the ends of the ties if desired

Avenue C Slouchy Hat

This trendy slouchy hat mixes rounds of half double crochets with puff stitches to create stripes. Using a sparkly yarn for the puff stitches is sure to make it stand out!

YARN

Caron Simply Soft Party, #4 medium worsted weight yarn, acrylic/polyester, 3 oz (85 g) per skein: 140 yd (128 m) of #17 Chocolate Sparkle (A); Caron Simply Soft, #4 medium worsted weight yarn, acrylic, 6 oz (170 g) per skein: 120 yd (110 m) of #9783 Taupe (B)

MATERIALS

» US Size J/10 (6 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

» Yarn needle

» Scissors

DIFFICULTY

Easy

SIZES

One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length: 10 in (25 cm)

Circumference: 20 in (51 cm)

GAUGE

12 hdc and 12 rows = 4 in (10 cm)

SPECIAL STITCHES

Puff (pf): [Yo, insert hook into stitch, yo and pull up a loop] 3 times, yo and pull through all 7 loops on hook.

NOTES

» Pattern is worked in joined rounds.

» Chs at the beginning of rounds do not count as a st.

» Carry each color up to minimize the number of cut ends.

INSTRUCTIONS

With A, make a magic ring.

Round 1: Ch 2 (does not count as a st now and throughout), 12 pf in ring, sl st to join to 1st pf—12 pf.

Round 2: With B, ch 2 (does not count as a st now and throughout), 1 hdc in same st, 2 hdc in each st around, sl st to join to 1st hdc—24 hdc.

Round 3: Ch 2, 1 hdc in same st, 2 hdc in next st, *1 hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st; repeat from * around, sl st to join to 1st hdc—36 hdc.

Round 4: Ch 2, 1 hdc in each st around, sl st to join to 1 st hdc—36 hdc.

Round 5: With A, ch 2, 1 pf in each st around, sl st to join to 1st pf—36 pf.

Round 6: With B, ch 2, 1 hdc in same st, 1 hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st, *1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 hdc in next st; repeat from * around, sl st to join to 1st hdc—48 hdc.

Round 7: Ch 2, 1 hdc in same st, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 hdc in next st, *1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts, 2 hdc in next st; repeat from * around, sl st to join to 1st hdc—60 hdc.

Round 8: Ch 2, 1 hdc in each st around, sl st to join to 1 st hdc—60 hdc.

Round 9: With A, ch 2, 1 pf in each st around, sl st to join to 1st pf—60 pf.

Round 10: With B, ch 2, 1 hdc in same st, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts, 2 hdc in next st, *1 hdc in each of the next 4 sts, 2 hdc in next st; repeat from * around, sl st to join to 1st hdc—72 hdc.

Rounds 11–12: Ch 2, 1 hdc in each st around, sl st to join to 1st hdc—72 hdc.

Round 13: With A, ch 2, 1 pf in each st around, sl st to join to 1st pf—72 pf.

Rounds 14–16: With B, ch 2, 1 hdc in each st around, sl st to join to 1st hdc—72 hdc.

Round 17: With A, ch 2, 1 pf in each st around, sl st to join to 1st pf—72 pf.

Rounds 18–19: With B, ch 2, 1 hdc in each st around, sl st to join to 1st hdc—72 hdc.

Round 20: Ch 2, 1 hdc in same st, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts, hdc2tog, *1 hdc in each of the next 4 sts, hdc2tog; repeat from * around, sl st to join to 1 st hdc—48 hdc + 12 hdc2tog.

Round 21: With A, ch 2, 1 pf in each st around, sl st to join to 1st pf and fasten off A—60 pf.

Rounds 22–23: With B, ch 1 (does not count as a st now and throughout), 1 sc in each st around, sl st to join to 1st sc—60 sc.

Round 24: Ch 1, 1 sc in each st around, invisible join to 1st sc and fasten off B—60 sc.

Cinnamon Swirl Slouchy Beanie

This slouchy beanie is made in a continuous spiral that will remind you of a cinnamon bun! Using a multicolored yarn will create easy stripes without the need to change colors.

YARN

Red Heart Unforgettable, #4 medium worsted weight yarn, acrylic, 3.5 oz (100 g) per skein: 190 (210) yd /178 (192) m of #9942 Cappuccino

MATERIALS

» US Size H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

» Measuring tape

» Yarn needle

» Scissors

» Stitch marker

DIFFICULTY

Easy

SIZES

Small (Large)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Small:

Length: 10 in (25 cm)

Circumference: 20 in (51 cm)

Large:

Length: 12 in (30 cm)

Circumference: 22 in (56 cm)

GAUGE

16 dc worked in 3rd loop and 8 rows = 4 in (10 cm)

NOTES

» Pattern is worked in continuous rounds. Starting with round 2, you will need to use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of rounds.

» Starting with round 2, all stitches will be made in the 3rd loop.

» Pattern is written for size Small with adjustments for size Large in parentheses.

INSTRUCTIONS

Make a magic ring.

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 12 dc in ring—13 dc.

Round 2: 2 dc in top of ch 3 from beginning of previous round and work all sts in 3rd loop from here on, 2 dc in each st around—26 dc.

Round 3: *1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st; repeat from * around—39 dc.

Round 4: *1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st; repeat from * around—52 dc.

Round 5: *1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st; repeat from * around—65 dc.

Round 6 (size Large only): *1 dc in each of the next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st; repeat from * around—78 dc.

Rounds 6–20 (7–22): 1 dc in each st around—65 (78) dc.

Round 21 (23): 1 dc in each of the next 59 (72) sts, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts, 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, invisible join to 3rd loop of next st, and fasten off—59 (72) dc + 3 hdc + 3 sc.

Ferris Wheel Slouchy Hat

A simple, ribbed slouchy hat is sure to become a staple in your wardrobe. It looks great in solid or multitonal colors and can be made with just one skein!

YARN

Knit Picks Preciosa Tonal, #4 medium worsted weight yarn, merino wool, 3.5 oz (100 g) per skein: 220 yd (201 m) of #26728 Boysenberry

MATERIALS

» US Size H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

» Yarn needle

» Scissors

DIFFICULTY

Intermediate

SIZES

One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length: 9 in (23 cm)

Circumference: 20 in (51 cm)

GAUGE

12 dc and 8 rows = 4 in (10 cm)

NOTES

» Pattern is worked in joined rounds.

» With the exception of round 1, chs at the beginning of rounds do not count as a stitch. When joining at the end of the round, skip the ch and join to the first st.

INSTRUCTIONS

Make a magic ring.

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 13 dc in ring, sl st to top of 3rd ch to join—14 dc.

Round 2: Ch 2 (does not count as a st now and throughout), 2 FPdc in each st around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—28 FPdc.

Round 3: Ch 2, *1 FPdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in same st; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—28 FPdc + 14 dc.

Round 4: Ch 2, *1 FPdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in next st; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—28 FPdc + 14 dc.

Round 5: Ch 2, *1 FPdc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—28 FPdc + 28 dc.

Round 6: Ch 2, *1 FPdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—28 FPdc + 28 dc.

Round 7: Ch 2, *1 FPdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—28 FPdc + 42 dc.

Round 8: Ch 2, *1 FPdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—28 FPdc + 42 dc.

Round 9: Ch 2, *1 FPdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—28 FPdc + 56 dc.

Round 10: Ch 2, *1 FPdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 4 sts; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—28 FPdc + 56 dc.

Round 11: Ch 2, *1 FPdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—28 FPdc + 70 dc.

Rounds 12–16: Ch 2, *1 FPdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 5 sts; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—28 FPdc + 70 dc.

Round 17: Ch 2, *1 FPdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, dc2tog; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—28 FPdc + 42 dc + 14 dc2tog.

Rounds 18–19: Ch 2, *1 FPdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 4 sts; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—28 FPdc + 56 dc.

Round 20: Ch 2, *1 FPdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, dc2tog; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—28 FPdc + 28 dc + 14 dc2tog.

Rounds 21–23: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), 1 sc in each st around, sl st to 1st sc to join—70 sc.

Round 24: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), 1 sc in each st around, invisible join to 1st sc, and fasten off—70 sc.

Ginger Snap Slouchy Hat

This stylish slouchy hat is packed with texture, using a variety of fun stitches. A couple of buttons added to the faux flap on the side are the perfect finishing touch!

YARN

Premier Deborah Norville Everyday Soft Worsted Heathers, #4 medium worsted weight yarn, acrylic, 4 oz (113 g) per skein: 210 yd (192 m) of #14 Terracotta Heather

MATERIALS

» US Size I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

» Yarn needle

» Scissors

» Stitch marker

» Two 1-in (3 cm) buttons

DIFFICULTY

Intermediate

SIZES

One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length: 11 in (28 cm)

Circumference: 21 in (53 cm)

GAUGE

14 dc and 10 rows = 6 in (15 cm)

NOTES

» Pattern is worked in joined rounds, with the exception of the band, which is worked in rows.

» Ch 1 or 2 in the beginning of rounds does not count as a st.

» Ch 3 at beginning of rounds will always count as 1 dc. Ch 4 at beginning of rounds will always count as 1 dc + 1 ch.

INSTRUCTIONS

Make a magic ring.

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc now and throughout), 10 dc in ring, sl st to top of 3rd ch to join—11 dc.

Round 2: Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc + 1 ch now and throughout), 1 FPdc in same st, *1 dc in next st, ch 1, 1 FPdc in same st; repeat from * around, sl st to top of 3rd ch to join—11 dc + 11 ch-1 spaces + 11 FPdc.

Round 3: Sl st into 1st ch space, ch 4, 1 dc in same ch space, 1 FPdc in next st, ch 1, 1 FPdc in same st, *1 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 1 dc in same ch space, 1 FPdc in next st, ch 1, 1 FPdc in same st; repeat from * around, sl st to top of 3rd ch to join—22 dc + 22 ch-1 spaces + 22 FPdc.

Round 4: Sl st into 1st ch space, ch 3, 1 dc in same ch space, ch 1, 1 dc in same ch space, 1 FPdc in next FPdc, ch 1, 1 FPdc in next FPdc, *2 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 1 dc in same ch space, 1 FPdc in next FPdc, ch 1, 1 FPdc in next FPdc; repeat from * around, sl st to top of 3rd ch to join—33 dc + 22 ch-1 spaces + 22 FPdc.

Round 5: Sl st into 1st ch space, ch 4, 1 dc in same ch space, 2 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch space, *1 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 1 dc in same ch space, 2 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch space; repeat from * around, sl st to top of 3rd ch to join—66 dc + 22 ch-1 spaces.

Round 6: Ch 2 (does not count as a st now and throughout), 1 FPdc in 1st dc, ch 1, 1 FPdc in next dc, 2 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch space, *1 FPdc in next dc, ch 1, 1 FPdc in next dc, 2 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch space; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—44 dc + 22 ch-1 spaces + 22 FPdc.

Round 7: Ch 2 (does not count as a st now and throughout), 1 FPdc in 1st FPdc, ch 1, 1 FPdc in next FPdc, 2 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch space, *1 FPdc in next FPdc, ch 1, 1 FPdc in next FPdc, 2 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch space; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPdc to join—44 dc + 22 ch-1 spaces + 22 FPdc.

Round 8: Sl st into 1st ch space, ch 3, 1 dc in same ch space, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch space, 1 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 1 dc in same ch space, *2 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch space, 1 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 1 dc in same ch space; repeat from * around, sl st to top of 3rd ch to join—66 dc + 22 ch-1 spaces.

Round 9: Sl st into 1st ch space, ch 3, 1 dc in same ch space, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch space, 1 FPdc in next dc, ch 1, 1 FPdc in next dc, *2 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch space, 1 FPdc in next dc, ch 1, 1 FPdc in next dc; repeat from * around, sl st to top of 3rd ch to join—44 dc + 22 ch-1 spaces + 22 FPdc.

Round 10: Sl st into 1st ch space, ch 3, 1 dc in same ch space, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch space, 1 FPdc in next FPdc, ch 1, 1 FPdc in next FPdc, *2 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch space, 1 FPdc in next FPdc, ch 1, 1 FPdc in next FPdc; repeat from * around, sl st to top of 3rd ch to join—44 dc + 22 ch-1 spaces + 22 FPdc.

Rounds 11–16: Repeat rounds 5–10.

Rounds 17–18: Repeat rounds 5–6.

Round 19: Ch 2 (does not count as a st now and throughout), 1 FPdc in 1st FPdc, ch 1, 1 FPdc in next FPdc, 1 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 1 dc in same ch space, *1 FPdc in next FPdc, ch 1, 1 FPdc in next FPdc, 1 dc in next ch space, ch 1, 1 dc in same ch space, invisible join to 1st FPdc and fasten off—22 dc + 22 ch-1 spaces + 22 FPdc.

BAND

Count 24 sts to the left of the invisible join and place a stitch marker.

Row 1: Ch 12, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each of the next 10 chs, join to hat by making 1 sc in st with marker (remove marker), 1 sc in each of the next 65 sts/ch spaces—77 sc.

Row 2: Ch 1 (does not count as a st now and throughout) and turn, 1 sl st in each st across—77 sl st.

Row 3: Ch 1 and turn, 1 sc in each st across—77 sc.

Rows 4–7: Repeat rows 2–3 twice.

FINISHING

Fasten off after row 7, leaving a tail. Use tail and yarn needle to stitch flap down. Attach buttons to flap.

Heartbeat Slouchy Hat

This striped slouchy hat mixes in dots of a third color, making it perfect for using up leftover yarn. Whichever colors you choose, you’ll love wearing this trendy slouchy hat.

YARN

Red Heart Soft, #4 medium worsted weight yarn, acrylic, 5 oz (141 g) per skein: 100 yd (91 m) of #9010 Charcoal (A), 90 yd (82 m) of #9440 Light Grey Heather (B), and 40 yd (37 m) of #9251 Coral (C)

MATERIALS

» US Size H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

» Yarn needle

» Scissors

DIFFICULTY

Easy

SIZES

One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length: 11 in (28 cm)

Circumference: 20 in (51 cm)

GAUGE

12 dc and 6 rows = 4 in (10 cm)

NOTES

» Hat is worked in joined rounds.

» The ch 1 at the beginning of rounds does not count as a st. The following ch 3 counts as 1 dc.

» Carry all colors up to minimize the number of cut ends.

INSTRUCTIONS

With A, make a magic ring.

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc now and throughout), 13 dc in ring, sl st to top of 3rd ch to join—14 dc.

Round 2: With B, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc now and throughout), BLO 1 dc in same st, ch 1, *BLO 2 dc in next st, ch 1; repeat from * around, sl st to top of 3 rd ch to join—28 dc + 14 ch-1 spaces.

Round 3: With C, ch 1 (does not count as a st now and throughout), *1 sc in next ch space, ch 2; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st sc to join—14 sc + 14 ch-2 spaces.

Round 4: With A, ch 1 (does not count as a st now and throughout), sl st into next ch space, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc now and throughout), 2 dc in same ch space, *3 dc in next ch space; repeat from * around, sl st to top of 3rd ch to join 3—42 dc.

Round 5: With B, ch 3, BLO 1 dc in next st, ch 1, *BLO 2 dc in next st, ch 1, BLO 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, ch 1; repeat from * around, BLO 2 dc in next st, ch 1, sl st to top of 3rd ch to join—56 dc + 28 ch-1 spaces.

Round 6: With C, ch 1, *1 sc in next ch space, ch 2; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st sc to join—28 sc + 28 ch spaces.

Round 7: With A, ch 1, sl st into next ch space, ch 3, 2 dc in same ch space, *3 dc in next ch space; repeat from * around, sl st to top of 3rd ch to join—84 dc.

Round 8: With B, ch 3, BLO 1 dc in next st, ch 1, *BLO 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, ch 1; repeat from * around, join with sl st to top of 3rd ch to join—84 dc + 42 ch-1 spaces.

Round 9: With C, ch 1, *1 sc in next ch space, ch 2; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st sc to join—42 sc + 42 ch-2 spaces.

Round 10: With A, ch 1, sl st into next ch space, ch 3, 1 dc in same ch space, *2 dc in next ch space; repeat from * around, sl st to top of 3rd ch to join—84 dc.

Round 11: With B, ch 3, BLO 1 dc in next st, ch 1, *BLO 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, ch 1; repeat from * around, sl st to top of 3rd ch to join—84 dc + 42 ch-1 spaces.

Round 12: With C, ch 1, *1 sc in next ch space, ch 2; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st sc to join—42 sc + 42 ch-2 spaces.

Rounds 13–18: Repeat rounds 10–12, 2 times.

Round 19: Repeat round 10.

Round 20: With B, ch 2 (counts as 1st part of 1 dc2tog), BLO 1 dc in next st (counts as 2nd part of same dc2tog), ch 1, *BLO dc2tog, ch 1; repeat from * around, sl st to top of 2nd ch to join, and fasten off B—42 dc2tog + 42 ch-1 spaces.

Round 21: With C, ch 1, *1 sc in next ch space, ch 1; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st sc to join and fasten off C—42 sc + 42 ch-1 spaces.

Round 22: With A, ch 1, *1 sc in next ch space, 2 sc in next ch space; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st sc to join—63 sc.

Round 23: Ch 1, BLO 1 sc in each st, sl st to 1st sc to join—63 sc.

Round 24: Ch 1, BLO 1 sc in each st, invisible join to 1 st sc and fasten off A—63 sc.

High Tide Beanie

This beanie is warm but not too heavy and is fun and easy to stitch up. Using two colors of worsted weight yarn will create vertical stripes of pretty shell stitches.

YARN

Cascade 220, #4 medium worsted weight yarn, wool, 3.5 oz (100 g) per skein: 70 yd (64 m) of #9076 Mint (A) and 75 yd (69 m) of #7812 Lagoon (B)

MATERIALS

» US Size I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

» Yarn needle

» Scissors

DIFFICULTY

Easy

SIZES

One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length: 8 in (20 cm)

Circumference: 20 in (51 cm)

GAUGE

[5 dc in next sc, skip 2 dc, 1 sc in next dc, skip 2 dc] 3 times and 9 rows = 5 in (13 cm)

NOTES

» Pattern is worked in joined rounds.

» Ch 1 at beginning of rounds never counts as a stitch.

» Ch 3 at beginning of rounds always counts as 1 dc.

INSTRUCTIONS

With A, make a magic ring.

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc now and throughout), 21 dc in ring, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—22 dc.

Round 2: With B, ch 1 (does not count as a st now and throughout), 1 sc in same st, 2 dc in next st, *1 sc in next st, 2 dc in next st; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st sc to join—22 dc + 11 sc.

Round 3: With A, ch 3, 1 dc in same st, skip 1 dc, 1 sc in next dc, *3 dc in next sc, skip 1 dc, 1 sc in next dc; repeat from * around, 1 dc in same st as 1st dc, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—33 dc + 11 sc.

Round 4: With B, ch 1, 1 sc in same st, skip 1 dc, 4 dc in next sc, skip 1 dc, *1 sc in next dc, skip 1 dc, 4 dc in next sc, skip 1 dc; repeat from * around, sl st to 1 st sc to join—44 dc + 11 sc.

Round 5: With A, ch 3, 2 dc in same st, skip 2 dc, 1 sc in next dc, skip 1 dc, *5 dc in next sc, skip 2 dc, 1 sc in next dc, skip 1 dc; repeat from * around, 2 dc in same st as 1st dc, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—55 dc + 11 sc.

Round 6: With B, ch 1, 1 sc in same st, skip 2 dc, 5 dc in next sc, skip 2 dc, *1 sc in next dc, skip 2 dc, 5 dc in next sc, skip 2 dc; repeat from * around, sl st to 1 st sc to join—55 dc + 11 sc.

Round 7: With A, ch 3, 2 dc in same st, skip 2 dc, 1 sc in next dc, skip 2 dc, *5 dc in next sc, skip 2 dc, 1 sc in next dc, skip 2 dc; repeat from * around, 2 dc in same st as 1st dc, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—55 dc + 11 sc.

Rounds 8–15: Repeat rounds 6–7, 4 times.

Round 16: With B, ch 1 and fasten off A, 1 sc in same st, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 hdc in next st, *1 sc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 hdc in next st; repeat from * around, 1 sc in each of the last 2 sts, sl st to 1 st sc to join—55 sc + 11 hdc.

Round 17: Ch 1, 1 sc in same st, 1 sc in each st around, sl st to 1st sc to join—66 sc.

Round 18: Ch 1, 1 sc in same st, 1 sc in each st around, invisible join to 1st sc, and fasten off B—66 sc.

Lakeshore Beanie

This cozy beanie uses the linen stitch, which looks great with an ombre yarn! A large faux flap and two big buttons on the side complete this casual look.

YARN

Lion Brand Yarns Scarfie, #5 bulky weight yarn, acrylic/wool, 5.3 oz (150 g) per skein: 120 yd (110 m) of #215 Cream/Teal

MATERIALS

» US Size K/10.5 (6.5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

» Yarn needle

» Scissors

» Stitch marker

» Two 11.2 in (4 cm) buttons

DIFFICULTY

Beginner

SIZES

One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length: 7¹⁄ 2 in (19 cm)

Circumference: 20 in (51 cm)

GAUGE

[Sc, ch 1] 7 times and 14 rows = 4 in (10 cm)

NOTES

» Top portion of hat is worked in continuous rounds without joining. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.

» Flap portion of hat is worked in rows, turning at each end.

» Ch 2 at beginning of rows will always count as 1 sc + 1 ch space.

INSTRUCTIONS

Make a magic ring.

Round 1: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), [1 sc in ring, ch 1] 5 times—5 sc + 5 ch-1 spaces.

Round 2: *1 sc in next ch space, ch 1, 1 sc in same ch space, ch 1; repeat from * around—10 sc + 10 ch-1 spaces.

Round 3: *[1 sc in next ch space, ch 1] 2 times, 1 sc in same ch space, ch 1; repeat from * around—15 sc + 15 ch-1 spaces.

Round 4: *[1 sc in next ch space, ch 1] 3 times, 1 sc in same ch space, ch 1; repeat from * around—20 sc + 20 ch-1 spaces.

Round 5: *[1 sc in next ch space, ch 1] 4 times, 1 sc in same ch space, ch 1; repeat from * around—25 sc + 25 ch-1 spaces.

Round 6: *[1 sc in next ch space, ch 1] 5 times, 1 sc in same ch space, ch 1; repeat from * around—30 sc + 30 ch-1 spaces.

Round 7: *[1 sc in next ch space, ch 1] 6 times, 1 sc in same ch space, ch 1; repeat from * around—35 sc + 35 ch-1 spaces.

Rounds 8–11: *1 sc in next ch space, ch 1; repeat from * around—35 sc + 35 ch-1 spaces.

Leave st marker in place after round 11. Begin working in rows, turning.

Round 12: Ch 9 (final 2 count as 1 sc + 1 ch space) and turn, 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook, ch 1, [skip 1 ch, 1 sc in next ch, ch 1] 3 times, 1 sc in next ch space, *ch 1, 1 sc in next ch space; repeat from * around until st marker—39 sc + 38 ch-1 spaces.

Rounds 13–25: Ch 2 (will count as 1 sc + 1 ch space now and throughout) and turn, 1 sc in next ch space, *ch 1, sc in next ch space; repeat from * across—39 sc + 38 ch-1 spaces.

EDGING

Ch 1, 1 sc in same ch space as last sc, ch 1 *skip 1 row, 1 sc in end of next row, ch 1; repeat from * until next corner, 1 sc in same ch space as last sc, ch 1; **skip next st, 1 sc in next ch space; repeat from ** until st marker, fasten off, leaving a long tail for finishing.

FINISHING

Use long tail and yarn needle to stitch flap down. Attach buttons to flap.

Pineapple Coconut Slouchy Hat

This pretty, lacy slouchy hat only requires one skein of yarn. This dainty hat looks lovely in any color and is great for spring or even summer nights!

YARN

Cascade Sateen, #4 medium worsted weight yarn, acrylic, 3.5 oz (100 g) per skein: 170 yd (155 m) of #32 Opal

MATERIALS

» US Size H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

» Yarn needle

» Scissors

DIFFICULTY

Easy

SIZES

One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length: 10 in (25 cm)

Circumference: 20 in (51 cm)

GAUGE

16 dc and 6 rows = 4 in (10 cm)

NOTES

» Pattern is worked in rounds. Some rounds will require joining while others will not.

INSTRUCTIONS

Make a magic ring.

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 15 dc in ring, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—16 dc.

Round 2: Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc and 1 ch), 1 dc in next st, ch 1, *1 dc in next st, ch 1; repeat from * around, sl st to top of 3rd ch 3 to join—16 dc + 16 ch-1 spaces.

Round 3: Sl st into next ch space, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 1 dc in same ch space, 1 sc in next dc, *2 dc in next ch space, 1 sc in next dc; repeat from * around, do not join—32 dc + 16 sc.

Round 4: Skip 1 dc, sl st into next dc, ch 3, *skip 1 sc and 1 dc, 1 sc in next dc, ch 3; repeat from * around, join by making 1 sc over 1st sl st—16 sc + 16 ch-3 spaces.

Round 5: Sl st into next ch space, ch 3, 1 sc in same ch space, ch 3, *1 sc in next ch space, ch 3, 1 sc in same ch space, ch 3; repeat from * around, join by making 1 sc over 1st sl st—32 sc + 32 ch-3 spaces.

Round 6: Sl st into next ch space, 4 dc in next ch space, *1 sc in next ch space, 4 dc in next ch space; repeat from * around, join by making 1 sc over 1st sl st—64 dc + 16 sc.

Round 7: *Ch 3, skip 2 dc, 1 sc in next dc, ch 3, 1 sc in next sc; repeat from * around, do not join—32 sc + 32 ch-3 spaces.

Round 8: Sl st into next ch space, ch 3, *1 sc in next ch space, ch 3; repeat from * around, join by making 1 sc over 1st sl st—32 sc + 32 ch-3 spaces.

Round 9: Sl st into next ch space, 5 dc in next ch space, *1 sc in next ch space, 5 dc in next ch space; repeat from * around, join by making 1 sc over 1st sl st—80 dc + 16 sc.

Rounds 10–18: Repeat rounds 7–9.

Round 19: Repeat round 7.

Round 20: Sl st into next ch space, ch 2, *1 sc in next ch space, ch 2; repeat from * around, join by making 1 sc over 1st sl st—32 sc + 32 ch-2 spaces.

Round 21: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), *2 sc in next ch space; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st sc to join—64 sc.

Rounds 22–23: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), 1 sc in each st, sl st to 1st sc to join—64 sc.

Round 24: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), 1 sc in each st, invisible join to 1st sc, and fasten off—64 sc.

Pinecone Slouchy Hat

This cozy slouchy hat uses bobble stitches to create a pretty pinecone-like texture. Ribbon woven through the stitches gives it an extra-special finishing touch.

YARN

Lion Brand Heartland, #4 medium worsted weight yarn, acrylic, 5 oz (141 g) per skein: 270 yd (247 m) of #125 Mammoth Cave

MATERIALS

» US Size J/10 (6 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

» 3.4-in (2 cm) ribbon

» Yarn needle

» Scissors

DIFFICULTY

Intermediate

SIZES

One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length: 10 in (25 cm)

Circumference: 20 in (51 cm)

GAUGE

[bo, ch 1] 4 times and 5 rows = 4 in (10 cm)

SPECIAL STITCHES

5 dc Bobble (bo): [Yo, insert hook into st, yo and draw up a loop, yo and draw through 2 loops] 5 times, yo and draw through all loops on hook.

Beginning Bobble (BegBo): Ch 2 (counts as first part of bo), [yo, insert hook into same ch space, yo and draw up a loop, yo and draw through 2 loops] 4 times, yo and draw through all loops on hook.

NOTES

» Pattern is worked in joined rounds.

» Beginning bobble (BegBo) will count as 1 bo in stitch count at end of rounds.

INSTRUCTIONS

Make a magic ring.

Round 1: BegBo in ring, ch 2, [1 bo in ring, ch 2] 4 times, sl st to BegBo to join—5 bo + 5 ch-2 spaces.

Round 2: Sl st into next ch space, BegBo in same ch space, ch 2, 1 bo in same ch space, ch 2. *1 bo in next ch space, ch 2, 1 bo in same ch space, ch 2; repeat from * around, sl st to BegBo to join—10 bo + 10 ch-2 spaces.

Round 3: Sl st into next ch space, BegBo in same ch space, ch 2, 1 bo in same ch space, ch 2, 1 bo in next ch space, ch 2, *1 bo in next ch space, ch 2, 1 bo in same ch space, ch 2, 1 bo in next ch space, ch 2; repeat from * around, sl st to BegBo to join—15 bo + 15 ch-2 spaces.

Round 4: Sl st into next ch space, BegBo in same ch space, ch 2, 1 bo in same ch space, ch 2, [1 bo in next ch space, ch 2] 2 times, *1 bo in next ch space, ch 2, 1 bo in same ch space, ch 2, [1 bo in next ch space, ch 2] 2 times; repeat from * around, sl st to BegBo to join—20 bo + 20 ch-2 spaces.

Round 5: Sl st into next ch space, BegBo in same ch space, ch 2, 1 bo in same ch space, ch 2, [1 bo in next ch space, ch 2] 3 times, *1 bo in next ch space, ch 2, 1 bo in same ch space, ch 2, [1 bo in next ch space, ch 2] 3 times; repeat from * around, sl st to BegBo to join—25 bo + 25 ch-2 spaces.

Rounds 6–11: Sl st into next ch space, BegBo in same ch space, ch 2, *1 bo in next ch space, ch 2; repeat from * around, sl st to BegBo to join—25 bo + 25 ch-2 spaces.

Round 12: Sl st into next ch space, BegBo in same ch space, ch 1, *1 bo in next ch space, ch 1; repeat from * around, sl st to BegBo to join—25 bo + 25 ch-1 spaces.

Round 13: Ch 4 (counts as 1 tr), 1 tr in next ch space, *1 tr in next st, 1 tr in next ch space; repeat from * around, sl st to join to top of ch 4—50 tr.

Rounds 14–16: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), 1 sc in each st around, sl st to 1st sc to join—50 sc.

Round 17: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), 1 sc in each st around, invisible join to 1st sc, and fasten off—50 sc.

Add ribbon to round 13 by weaving ribbon under one tr and over the next, repeating all the way around. End with ends of the ribbon inside the hat, tie a knot to secure, and trim excess.

Pumpkin Pie Slouchy Beanie

This one-skein slouchy beanie features an easy cable around the edge and a fun pom-pom on top. If you’ve never tried crochet cables, this is the perfect first project!

YARN

Patons Alpaca Blend, #5 bulky weight yarn, acrylic/wool/nylon/alpaca, 3.5 oz (100 g) per skein: 155 yd (142 m) of #01023 Butternut

MATERIALS

» US Size J/10 (6 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

» Yarn needle

» Scissors

» Faux fur pom-pom

DIFFICULTY

Intermediate

SIZES

One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length: 10 in (25 cm)

Circumference: 20 in (51 cm)

GAUGE

[2 hdc, ch 1] 4 times and 8 rows = 4 in (10 cm)

NOTES

» Edging of hat is worked flat in rows and then stitched together to form a band. Body of hat is then worked in joined rounds into the side of the edging.

» Ch 1 in beginning of rows/rounds always counts as 1 hdc.

INSTRUCTIONS

EDGING

Row 1 (RS): Ch 11 (2 count as 1 hdc), 1 hdc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across—10 hdc.

Row 2: Ch 1 (counts as 1 hdc now and throughout) and turn, 1 hdc in each st across—10 hdc.

Row 3: Ch 1 and turn, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 FPtr in each of the next 4 sts 2 rows below, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts—6 hdc + 4 FPtr.

Row 4: Ch 1 and turn, 1 hdc in each st across—10 hdc.

Row 5: Ch 1 and turn, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, skip 2 sts, 1 FPtr in each of the next 2 sts 2 rows below, 1 FPtr in each of the 2 skipped sts 2 rows below, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts—6 hdc + 4 FPtr.

Row 6: Ch 1 and turn, 1 hdc in each st across—10 hdc.

Rows 7–46: Repeat rows 3–6.

Rows 47–49: Repeat rows 3–5.

Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Using your yarn needle and the tail, stitch final row to beginning chain to form a band, and fasten off.

BODY OF HAT

Begin in last st of row 49, working in edge of band with RS facing you.

Round 1: Ch 1 (counts as 1 hdc now and throughout), 1 hdc in same st, ch 1, *skip 1 row, 2 hdc in next row, ch 1; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st hdc to join—50 hdc + 25 ch-1 spaces.

Round 2: Sl st into next ch space, ch 1, 1 hdc in same ch space, ch 1, *2 hdc in next ch space, ch 1; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st hdc to join—50 hdc + 25 ch-1 spaces.

Rounds 3–8: Repeat round 2.

Round 9: Sl st into next ch space, ch 1, 1 hdc in same ch space, 2 hdc in each ch space around, sl st to 1st hdc to join—50 hdc.

Rounds 10–11: Sl st into next space after 1st 2 hdc of previous round, ch 1, 1 hdc in same space, *2 hdc in space after next 2 sts; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st hdc to join—50 hdc.

Round 12: Sl st into next space after 1st 2 hdc of previous round, ch 1, *1 hdc in space after next 2 sts; repeat from * around, sl st to ch 1 to join—25 hdc.

Round 13: Sl st into next space after ch 1 of previous round, ch 1, *1 hdc in space after next st; repeat from * around, sl st to ch 1 to join—25 hdc.

Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Using your yarn needle and the tail, stitch around round 13. Pull tight to cinch shut, and fasten off.

Attach a faux fur pom-pom if desired.

September Slouchy Hat

A beginner-friendly slouchy hat, September uses double crochets and chains to create a pinwheel-like pattern. Best of all, it only takes one skein of worsted weight yarn!

YARN

Yarn Bee Soft Secret, #4 medium worsted weight yarn, acrylic, 4 oz (113 g) per skein: 180 yd (165 m) of #118 Bitter Sweet

MATERIALS

» US Size I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

» Yarn needle

» Scissors

DIFFICULTY

Beginner

SIZES

One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length: 10 in (25 cm)

Circumference: 20 in (51 cm)

GAUGE

16 dc and 7 rows = 4 in (10 cm)

NOTES

» Ch 3 at beginning of rounds will always count as 1 dc.

» Ch 1 at beginning of round will never count as a st.

» Pattern is worked in joined rounds with the exception of rounds 18 and 20.

» Rounds 19 and 20 will be worked into the round before the previous, in the same sts where the sl sts are worked.

INSTRUCTIONS

Make a magic ring.

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc now and throughout), 11 dc in ring, sl st to join to top of ch 3—12 dc.

Round 2: Ch 3, 1 dc in same st, ch 1, *2 dc in next st, ch 1; repeat from * around, sl st to join to top of ch 3—24 dc + 12 ch-1 spaces.

Round 3: Sl st in next st, ch 3, 2 dc in same st, ch 1, skip ch-1 space and next dc, *3 dc in next st, ch 1, skip ch-1 space and next dc; repeat from * around, sl st to join to top of ch 3—36 dc + 12 ch-1 spaces.

Round 4: Sl st in next st, ch 3, 1 dc in same st, 2 dc in next st, ch 2, skip ch-1 space and next dc, *2 dc in each of the next 2 sts, ch 2, skip ch-1 space and next dc; repeat from * around, sl st to join to top of ch 3—48 dc + 12 ch-2 spaces.

Round 5: Sl st in next st, ch 3, 2 dc in each of the next 2 sts, ch 2, skip ch-2 space and next dc, *1 dc in next st, 2 dc in each of the next 2 sts, ch 2, skip ch-2 space and next dc; repeat from * around, sl st to join to top of ch 3—60 dc + 12 ch-2 spaces.

Round 6: Sl st in next st, ch 3, 1 dc in next st, 2 dc in each of the next 2 sts, ch 2, skip ch-2 space and next dc, *1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 dc in each of the next 2 sts, ch 2, skip ch-2 space and next dc; repeat from * around, sl st to join to top of ch 3—72 dc + 12 ch-2 spaces.

Rounds 7–15: Sl st in next st, ch 3, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st, ch 2, skip ch-2 space and next dc, *1 dc in each of the next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st, ch 2, skip ch-2 space and next dc; repeat from * around, sl st to join to top of ch 3—72 dc + 12 ch-2 spaces.

Round 16: Sl st in next st, ch 3, 1 dc in each of the next 4 sts, ch 1, skip ch-2 space and next dc, *1 dc in each of the next 5 sts, ch 1, skip ch-2 space and next dc; repeat from * around, sl st to join to top of ch 3—60 dc + 12 ch-1 spaces.

Round 17: Ch 1 (does not count as a st now and throughout), 1 sc in same st, 1 sc in each of the next 4 sts, 1 sc in next ch space, *1 sc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 sc in next ch space; repeat from * around, sl st to join to 1st sc—72 sc.

Round 18: 1 sl st in each st around—72 sl st.

Round 19: Sl st into 1st st of round 17, ch 1 (does not count as a st), 1 sc in each st around working into round 17, sl st to join to 1st sc—72 sc.

Round 20: Repeat round 18.

Round 21: Sl st into 1st st of round 19, ch 1 (does not count as a st), 1 sc in each st around working into round 19, invisible join to 1st sc, and fasten off—72 sc.

Spring Blossom Slouchy Hat

This fun, mesh slouchy hat has a big flowery burst on the back! It’s light and lacy, making it the perfect hat for spring or even summer nights.

YARN

Lion Brand Heartland, #4 medium worsted weight yarn, acrylic, 5 oz (141 g) per skein: 15 yd (14 m) of #174 Joshua Tree (A), 15 yd (14 m) of #158 Yellowstone (B), 15 yd (14 m) of #195 Biscayne (C), and 170 yd (155 m) of #122 Grand

Canyon (D)

MATERIALS

» US Size I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

» Yarn needle

» Scissors

» Stitch marker

DIFFICULTY

Easy

SIZES

One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length: 9 in (23 cm)

Circumference: 20 in (51 cm)

GAUGE

Work rounds 1–3. Resulting circle should measure 5 in (13 cm) across. Or 6 sc and 16 rows = 4 in (10 cm)

SPECIAL STITCHES

4 dc Bobble (bo): [Yo, insert hook into st, yo and draw up a loop, yo and draw through 2 loops] 4 times, yo and draw through all loops on hook.

Puff (pf): [Yo, insert hook into stitch, yo and pull up a loop] 3 times, yo and pull through all 7 loops on hook.

NOTES

» Rounds 1–3 and 25–28 are worked in joined rounds.

» Rounds 4–24 are worked in continuous rounds. Use a stitch marker to keep track of rounds.

INSTRUCTIONS

With A, make a magic ring.

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 15 dc in ring, invisible join to top of ch 3 and fasten off A—16 dc.

Round 2: With B, (starting in any st) ch 2 (does not count as a st), 1 pf in same st, ch 2, *1 pf in next st, ch 2; repeat from * around, invisible join to 1st pf and fasten off B—16 pf + 16 ch-2 spaces.

Round 3: With C, (starting in any ch space) ch 2 (counts as first part of bo), [Yo, insert hook into same ch space, yo and draw up a loop, yo and draw through 2 loops] 3 times, yo and draw through all loops on hook (counts as 1 bo), ch 2, *1 bo in next ch sp, ch 2; repeat from * around, invisible join to 1st bo and fasten off C—16 bo + 16 ch-2 spaces.

Round 4: With D, (starting in any ch space) ch 4, 1 sc in same sp, ch 3, *1 sc in next ch space, ch 3, 1 sc in same sp, ch 3; repeat from * around, do not join—32 ch space + 32 sc.

Rounds 5–24: *1 sc in next ch space, ch 3; repeat from * around, do not join—32 ch spaces + 32 sc.

Round 25: 2 sc in each ch space, invisible join to 1st sc and fasten off D—64 sc.

Round 26: With B, 1 sc in each st, invisible join to 1st sc, and fasten off B—64 sc.

Round 27: With A, 1 sc in each st, invisible join to 1st sc, and fasten off A—64 sc.

Round 28: With D, 1 sc in each st, invisible join to 1st sc, and fasten off D—64 sc.

Swell Slouchy Beanie

This slouchy beanie uses double crochets to create an easy wave pattern. Choosing a multicolored yarn is a fun way to make sure the waves really stand out!

YARN

Yarn Bee Aspyn, #5 bulky weight yarn, acrylic/alpaca, 3.5 oz (100 g) per skein: 130 yd (119 m) of #29 Mountain Bluebird

MATERIALS

» US Size K/10.5 (6.5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

» Yarn needle

» Scissors

DIFFICULTY

Beginner

SIZES

One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length: 11 in (28 cm)

Circumference: 20 in (51 cm)

GAUGE

12 dc and 5 rows = 4 in (10 cm)

NOTES

» The ch 1 at beginning of rounds never counts as a st.

» The ch 3 at beginning of rounds will always count as 1 dc.

INSTRUCTIONS

Make a magic ring.

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc now and throughout), 9 dc in ring, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—10 dc.

Round 2: Ch 3, 2 dc in same st, 1 sc in next st, *5 dc in next st, 1 sc in next st; repeat from * around, 2 dc in same st as 1st 3 dc, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—25 dc + 5 sc.

Round 3: Ch 3, 2 dc in same st, 1 dc in next st, [skip 1 st, 1 dc in next st] twice, *5 dc in next st, 1 dc in next st, [skip 1 st, 1 dc in next st] twice; repeat from * around, 2 dc in same st as 1st 3 dc, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—40 dc.

Round 4: Ch 3, 2 dc in same st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next st, [skip 1 st, 1 dc in next st] twice, 2 dc in next st, *5 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next st, [skip 1 st, 1 dc in next st] twice, 2 dc in next st; repeat from * around, 2 dc in same st as 1st 3 dc, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—60 dc.

Rounds 5–12: Ch 3, 2 dc in same st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, [skip 1 st, 1 dc in next st] 4 times, 1 dc in next st, *5 dc in next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, [skip 1 st, 1 dc in next st] 4 times, 1 dc in next st; repeat from * around, 2 dc in same st as 1st 3 dc, sl st to top of ch 3 to join—60 dc.

Round 13: Ch 1 (does not count as a st now and throughout), skip 1st st, 1 sc in next st, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 tr in next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 sc in next st, *skip next st, 1 sc in next st, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 tr in next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 sc in next st; repeat from * around, sl st to 1st sc to join—10 sc + 20 hdc + 20 dc + 5 tr.

Round 14: Ch 1, 1 sc in same st, 1 sc in each st around, sl st to 1st sc to join—55 sc.

Round 15: Ch 1, 1 sc in same st, 1 sc in each st around, invisible join to 1st sc, and fasten off—55 sc.

Abbreviations

BegBo | beginning bobble
BLO | back loop only
bo | bobble
ch(s) | chain(s)
dc | double crochet
dc2tog | double crochet 2 together
FPdc | front post double crochet
FPtr | front post treble crochet
hdc | half double crochet
hdc2tog | half double crochet 2 together
pf | puff
RS | right side
sc | single crochet
sl st | slip stitch
st(s) | stitch(es)
tr | treble crochet
yo | yarn over

Resources

Bernat, Caron, Red Heart, Patons

yarnspirations.com

Cascade

cascadeyarns.com

Knit Picks

knitpicks.com

Lion Brand

lionbrand.com

Premier

premieryarns.com

Yarn Bee

hobbylobby.com