Overwinter Crochet Beanie

An easy to size and make, on-trend, ribbed beanie.

Wear it with brim folded or unfolded. Make it fitted or slouchy.

Use any yarn to size to standard head sizes using the included sizing table, or to custom size, according to individual measurements.

This free pattern was created for #SmallProjectsChallenge2022 for the July Winter Warmers category.

This is an original pattern by Farrah Jane Tate. You are welcome to sell products you have made using my patterns; however, I ask that you refer to the exact name of my pattern somewhere in the text of your listing. You may not copy, re-publish, sell, distribute, translate without permission, or claim my photos or patterns as your own in any way. This pattern may not be used in a classroom/workshop setting without my permission. Please note: If you have downloaded this pattern from an unofficial site (other than Ravelry, Love Crafts, Etsy, or my personal blog), this will be an unauthorised version and may not be the most current version. Please visit one of these sites to download an official, version-controlled copy.

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Pattern Details

• Size: Size to preference. Refer to Sizing Table as a guide.
• Skill Level: Beginner.
• Stitch Terminology: US – refer also to Abbreviations.
• Recommended Yarn: Any 8ply/DK/Cat. 3 or 10 ply/Worsted/Cat. 4 weight yarn. Suited to any fibre type that yields a good stitch definition (i.e. avoid fluffy, feathery, or textured yarns). Refer to Appendix A for yarn used for Example Projects.
• Hook: Follow yarn label as a guide or use your preferred hook. Make a swatch(es) and adjust hook if/ as necessary to achieve the preferred density of crochet fabric.:
• Gauge: No set gauge required – ensure beanie circumference and length approximates the Sizing Table.
• Pattern Synopsis: Beanie is constructed working in rows, alternating ‘right’ and ‘wrong’ side to form a rectangle of crochet fabric. HDC stitches are worked 3LO (Camel Stitch) to create the ridged, textured appearance. When the rectangle is the desired size, a seam is Sl St or sewn between the starting row and finishing row, to form the beanie cylinder. The top opening of the beanie cylinder is then cinched together by weave stitching the long yarn tail with a needle around and then pulling taut. Beanie can be worn as slouch, slightly slouchy, or fitted.
• Social Media Share: Please tag me @TheCrochetFix and Hash Tag your projects #OverwinterBeanie.

Abbreviations

• ~ = Approximately.
• 3LO = Third Loop Only.
• Beg = Beginning.
• Ch = Chain.
• FC = Foundation Chain.
• Fin = Finishing.
• HDC = Half Double Crochet.
• Prev = Previous.
• Rep = Repeat.
• RS = Right Side.
• Sk = Skip.
• Sl St = Slip Stitch.
• St(s) = Stitch(es).
• WS = Wrong Side.

Pattern Instructions

Note:

• Refer to Appendix B for construction overview and sizing guide.
• Beg Ch 1 does not count as a st for st count purposes and should not be worked into in subsequent row.
• A st count follows each rnd instructions in ( ).
• A RS and WS do not apply when constructing the Beanie Rectangle.

Beanie Rectangle

Foundation Chain (FC)

Ch a FC length that (when relaxed) corresponds with the desired length of the beanie + optional brim (if the beanie is to be worn with brim folded).

Row 1

Ch 1 (in addition to FC already made), HDC in second ch from hook and each subsequent FC.

(HDC = FC)

Row 2

Turn. Ch 1, HDC in 3LO of each HDC from prev row.

(HDC = FC)

Rows 3+

Rep Row 2 until the long edge of the beanie rectangle is approximately equal to the required beanie circumference.

Finishing

If a crocheted seam is preferred, do not fasten off yarn at this point.

If a sewn seam is preferred, fasten off yarn, leave a long yarn tail (30cm/12”) to sew the rectangle short edges together and to cinch the beanie peak (as per instructions below).

Seam Edges

If sewing:

Using the long yarn tail and a darning needle, sew the beg and fin short edges of beanie rectangle together (by sewing together the corresponding sts on each edge, along the length of the edge), to form a closed cylinder.

If crocheting:

Sl St seam the beg and fin short edges of beanie rectangle (by stitching together the corresponding sts on each edge, along the length of the edge), to form a closed cylinder. Fasten off yarn, leaving a long yarn tail (15cm/6”).

Cinch Peak

Use a darning needle to weave the yarn tail in and out around the entire circumference of the top opening of the beanie (at every second row).

If the chosen yarn is soft, repeat the weaving around the circumference a second time.

Gently pull the yarn to cinch the beanie.

Ensuring the top opening is fully closed, sew in the end securely on chosen WS.

Pattern Support

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Pattern Versioning

Appendix A: Example Projects

Taupe

• Yarn: Bernat Super Value Yarn (Worsted/10ply/Cat. 4) in Taupe, ~120g/4.25Oz.
• Hook: 6mm/J-10.
• FC: 48
• Pattern rows: 50.
• Relaxed circumference: ~53cm/21”, with a couple cm of positive ease.
• Length (incl. brim): ~30cm/11.75”.
• Fits: Tween/teen/woman/small man.

Green

• Yarn: Redheart Super Saver Yarn (Worsted/10ply/Cat. 4) in Frosty Green, ~120g/4.25Oz.
• Hook: 6mm/J-10.
• FC: 50.
• Pattern rows: 50.
• Relaxed circumference: ~53cm/21”, with a couple cm of positive ease.
• Length (incl. brim): ~31cm/12.25”.
• Fits: Tween/teen/woman/small man.

Appendix B

Construction

Refer to Ravelry pattern pdf for schematic diagram for beanie length and circumference measure.

The Beanie Rectangle Pattern Instructions will produce a crochet rectangle.

This rectangle construction commences with a FC st count that corresponds to the total beanie length.

If including a folded brim the total length must include the length of the beanie from folded bottom opening to peak plus the additional length required for the folded brim.

Rows will be made until the rectangle width (in a relaxed state) equals the required circumference.

Beanie Sizing Guide

The appropriate beanie size can be determined by using:

A) The Sizing Guide Table, or

B) The Approximate Personalised Sizing Method.

A) Sizing Guide Table

The Sizing Guide Table below is based on The American Craft Yarn Council (ACYC) standard head circumference sizes and standard (fitted) beanie length.

For beanie length:

1. Look up the table listed Beanie Length for the chosen Beanie Size.

• • For a folded brim add an additional 5-10cm/ 2-4” to the length.
  • For a slouchy beanie add at least an additional 3-4 cm/1” to the length.
  • For example, for a woman sized beanie of ~22cm/8.5” with a brim length of ~8cm/3”, the total length will be ~30cm/11.5”. If intended to be worn slouchy, the total length will be ~33cm/13”.

2. Determine the number of relaxed FC that correspond with the length from Step 1.

For beanie circumference:

1. Look up the table listed Beanie Circumference for the chosen Beanie Size.
2. Construct beanie rows until the width of the rectangle (relaxed state) equals the listed table beanie circumference.

• • For example, for a woman sized beanie, construct pattern row repeats until the rectangle width is ~53cm/21”.

B) Approximate Personalised Sizing Method

For beanie length:

1. Measure the length from just above the person’s brow to their crown.

• • For a folded brim an additional 5-10cm/2-4” should be added to the measured length.
  • For a slouchy beanie at least an additional 3-4cm/1” should be added to the measured length.

2. Determine the number of relaxed FC that correspond with the length from Step 1.

For beanie circumference:

1. Measure the person’s head circumference at the level just above their brow.
2. Construct beanie rows until the width of the rectangle (relaxed state) equals the measured circumference.