Textured Beanie Free Crochet Pattern
There’s an updated version of this pattern here, that includes all sizes: NB-Adult!
I created this textured beanie as a quick, last minute birthday gift. Our friend’s birthday is the week of Thanksgiving, and we were so busy, but I knew I could eek out another quick hat pattern. Plus, we often crochet for the ladies and girls in our lives, but what about the men? I love a good reason to crochet up a new pattern- so I did!
This beanie features the same great texture from my slouchy hat pattern, but fits like a traditional beanie. I used just part of a ball of Lion Brand’s Heartland yarn in Joshua Tree, which is such a dynamic color. This 100% acrylic yarn is super soft, affordable, widely available and comes in a slew of colors. I think often times, a color choice is what makes our crochet projects suitable for men or women and this color works for either.
I included two sizes for this pattern-a women’s and men’s beanie. The women’s beanie starts with a smaller circle so it’s short one round. It’s amazing how much of a difference one stitch or one round makes in our crochet sizing. This pattern is very stretchy thanks to the front post double crochet stitches.
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Materials:
Lion Brand’s Heartland in Joshua Tree* 75-200 yds #4 med worsted weight yarn
5.5mm Hook I*
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Pattern Notes:
- Starting ch 3 counts as a dc. I use the term “ch 3 alt” to indicate a standing stitch or other alternative. I would also recommend using one of these alternative stitches to the ch 3, if you prefer.
- Beanie is worked top down, with dc stitches only until the crown circle measurement is reached for each size.
- Then you will alternate fpdc and dc around. In the following round, you will fpdc into a dc and dc into a fpdc.
- On the fpdc rounds I use my ch 3 alternative, but I wrap it around the post of the stitch, in the same manner you would for a fpdc.
- Begin with a magic circle.
Stitches Used:
Magic circle (mc)
Slip Stitch (ss)
Chain (ch)
Front Post Double Crochet (fpdc)
Single Crochet (sc)
If you like the texture in this hat, you may also like my slouchy hat.
Gauge:
4” x 4” = 13 fpdc/dc x 8 rows
Photo Tutorial:
Below I’ve included a few pictures of the start and finish of the two main rounds.
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S/M Adult Pattern:
Finished hat measures: 8″ tall
- Dc 12 into a mc, ss to first to join.
- Ch 3 alt, dc in the same st, 2 dc in the next st and in each st around, ss to first to join. (24)
- Ch 3 alt, 2 dc in the next st, *{dc in the next st, 2 dc in the next st} rep from * around, ss to first to join. (36)
- Ch 3 alt, dc in the next, 2 dc in the next, *{dc in each of the next 2 st, 2 dc in the next st} rep from * around, ss to first to join. (48)
5. Ch 3 alt, dc in each of the next 2 st, 2 dc in the next, *{dc in each of the next 3 st, 2 dc in the next st} rep from * around, ss to first to join. (60) 7” circle
6. Ch 3 alt, *{fpdc in the next st, dc in the next st} rep from * around, ss to first to join. (60)
7. Ch 3 alt, dc in the next, *{fpdc in the next st, dc in the next st} rep from * around, ss to first to join.
8. -18. Rep Rows 6 & 7.
19. Ch 1, sc in the same and in each st around, ss to join.
Cut yarn & weave in. 8.5” tall
Lg Adult
Finished hat measures: 8.5″ tall
Start with a magic circle.
- Dc 12 into a mc, ss to first to join.
- Ch 3 alt, dc in the same st, 2 dc in the next st and in each st around, ss to first to join. (24)
- Ch 3 alt, 2 dc in the next st, *{dc in the next st, 2 dc in the next st} rep from * around, ss to first to join. (36)
- Ch 3 alt, dc in the next, 2 dc in the next, *{dc in each of the next 2 st, 2 dc in the next st} rep from * around, ss to first to join. (48)
- Ch 3 alt, dc in each of the next 2 st, 2 dc in the next, *{dc in each of the next 3 st, 2 dc in the next st} rep from * around, ss to first to join. (60)
6. Ch 3 alt, dc in each of the next 3 st, 2 dc in the next, *{dc in each of the next 4 st, 2 dc in the next st} rep from * around, ss to first to join. (72)
7. Ch 3 alt, *{fpdc in the next st, dc in the next st} rep from * around, ss to first to join. (72)
8. Ch 3 alt, dc in the next, *{fpdc in the next st, dc in the next st} rep from * around, ss to first to join.
9. -18. Rep Rows 7 & 8.
19. Ch 1, sc in the same and in each st around, ss to join.
Cut yarn & weave in. 9” tall
I added this funny little leather label I found at Joann’s. I couldn’t find a link on line for you, but they were in the yarn section by the hooks. He thought it was pretty funny!
I hope you work up a few of these, they’re so quick and fun! And an easy pattern once you get started. I’d love to see your color choices!
As always, let me know if you have any questions!
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My beanie is all wavy while working it. I’m not sure I’m doing it correctly. Do you have a step by step tutorial on this?
Hi Nikki!
Thanks for asking, what part of the pattern are you on now?
Usually when crochet is wavy it’s related to tension. If you’re on the flat circle to start the beanie, then that’s likely the culprit. Try going up or down a hook size, double check your stitch count.
If you’re on the post stitches, I added some photos of how to start rounds 5 & 6. Here’s a link to my fpdc tutorial front post double crochet
I hope those help.
Thank you for replying so quickly Crystal! I am on the 7th row so my rounds are completed. It didn’t start waving until I started the fpdc rotations.
I would just double check your stitch count and stick with it a few more rounds. It may just be the switch to the different stitches since the post stitches create a much stretchier fabric than plain stitches. Once you get further along in the hat, it takes on a better shape. Let me know how it goes!
there is something wrong with this pattern .rows 8-20 are repeats of rows 5-6 but row 5 is a dc increase row.should it read repeat rows 6-7 for rows 8-20? i have 10 rows and it’s still flat with around 80sts!
re my above comment – i was referring to the man’s size where the error is- should be rep rows 6-7. i have just read the women’s size where that is rep rows 5-6 .
You are right Maria, it should be repeat rows 6 & 7. So sorry, thank you for letting me know!
This year it’s hats for homeless men and your pattern is a God send. I think theses will do nicly.
What a blessing you are! I hope you enjoy the pattern. I know the recipients will be so grateful to you.
Just wondering how you can jump from 50 stitches in the second to last row, to 40 stitches in the last row without doing two together.
Hi Sarah, you are right, that is a typo. It should still read 50 stitches on the last row for the men’s size. Thank you for letting me know!
Love the photo tutorial!
Thank you!