Free Crochet Pattern: Favorite Slouchy

Hi crochet friends! 

This pattern is a revised version of the Women's Textured & Ribbed Slouchy Beanie. The original pattern (which can be found here now: Women's Slouchy Textured Beanie) was popular but also one of my very first patterns that I wrote and some fellow crocheters expressed having a hard time with how it was written so I've tried to simplify the pattern and make the directions more clear. If you still need help check out the new video tutorial below!

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Jenni

Want to make it a set?

Try out the free infinity scarf pattern here: 

Textured & Ribbed Infinity Scarf

or the traditional scarf here:

Textured Scarf

You can also find the free fingerless glove pattern here:

Textured & Ribbed Fingerless Gloves

This pattern now has a full video tutorial, check it out below or on my YouTube channel!

Skill Level: Intermediate 

Size: Women's, 21-22" head circumference 

 

Supplies: 

Size J (6.0 mm) Hook 

Red Heart With Love Yarn, approx.180 yards 

Tapestry Needle 

Scissors 

Abbreviations (US Terms): 

BLO - Back Loop Only 

Ch - Chain 

Dc - Double Crochet 

Fpdc - Front Post Double Crochet 

Hdc - Half Double Crochet

Sc - Single Crochet 

Ss - Slip Stitch 

Important Notes: 

-All joins are made with a ss. 

-Ch 1's do NOT count as a stitch. 

-When you come to the end of your row do not join to the chain 1, you should be joining to the first stitch in the row. 

-When you see "Repeat *to* around." in the pattern it means to work the stitches listed between the *'s all the way around to the end of the row.

-Gauge is very important for this pattern. Please work the gauge swatch below before making the hat. 

Pattern for Gauge: 

Using size J (6.0 mm) hook and the worsted weight yarn you have chosen for the hat:

Row 1: Ch 15, dc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (14 dc)

Row 2: Ch 1, turn. Dc in each st across. (14 dc) 

Repeat row 2 until you have 8 rows total.

Fasten off.

Lay your piece flat and measure. 

The swatch should measure 4" x 4".  If you do not get gauge you can try loosening or tightening your tension as you crochet or change your hook size to obtain gauge.

Hat Pattern: 

 

Row 1: Magic circle, ch 1, 15 dc in circle. Join & pull circle tight. (15) 

Row 2: Ch 1, 2 dc in each st around. Join. (30) 

Row 3: Ch 1, *Dc, 2 dc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (45) 

Note: The diameter of your circle should measure 3.5".

Row 4: Ch 1, *Dc in 2 st, 2 dc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (60) 

Row 5: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in 3 st, 2 dc in next st. *Dc in 6 st, 2 dc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (69) 

Note: The diameter of your circle should measure 5.5".

Row 6: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69)

Row 7: Ch 1, Fpdc in 1st st. *Dc in next st, fpdc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (69) 

Row 8: Ch 1, Fpdc in 1st st. *Dc in next st, fpdc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (69) 

Row 9: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 10: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 11: Ch 1, Dc in each st around. Join. (69)

Row 12: Ch 1, Dc in each st around. Join. (69)

Row 13: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 14: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 15: Ch 1, Fpdc in 1st st. *Dc in next st, fpdc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (69)

Row 16: Ch 1, Fpdc in 1st st. *Dc in next st, fpdc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (69)

Row 17: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 18: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 19: Ch 1, Dc in each st around. Join. (69)

Row 20: Ch 1, Dc in each st around. Join. (69)

Row 21: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 22: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 23: Ch 1, Fpdc in 1st st. *Dc in next st, fpdc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (69)

Row 24: Ch 1, Fpdc in 1st st. *Dc in next st, fpdc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (69)

Row 25: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 26: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Hdc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 27: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Sc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 28: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Sc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Fasten off and sew in ends. 

Now you can either make your own yarn pom-pom or use a faux fur pom-pom (tutorial on how to make your own here: Faux Fur Pom-Pom Tutorial) and sew it to the top of the hat.

To make yarn pom-poms I use my hand and wrap the yarn around and around my hand (about 75-100 times depending on how full I want it). Lay out a long piece of yarn (12-18"). Carefully slip the yarn off of your hand and lay on top of the long piece of yarn, tie a knot twice. Using your tapestry needle; sew the long yarn ends in and out of the pom pom through the center a few times. Add a dab or two of fabric glue to the center of you would like (Elmer's school glue works well too). Let dry. Cut through all your loops and trim up your pom-pom so it's nice and even.

Free Crochet Pattern: Men's Folded Brim Beanie

Today I have a very simple pattern to share with you, the perfect basic beanie hat for any man in your life! This pattern calls for Bernat Softee Chunky yarn and therefor works up very quickly!

Thanks so much for stopping by!

-Jenni

This pattern now has a video tutorial, you can view it below or find it on my channel on YouTube!

 

Difficulty: Easy

Size: Men's, 22" head circumference

Supplies:
Size N/P (10mm) Hook 
Bernat Chunky Softee Yarn, 150-160 yards
Darning Needle 
Scissors

Abbreviations (US terms):
Ch - Chain
Dc - Double Crochet
Hdc - Half Double Crochet
Sc - Single Crochet
St - Stitch

Notes:
-Ch 1 does NOT count as a stitch.
-Joins are made with a slip stitch to the first stitch made, not the ch.
-This pattern uses a magic circle, if you don't know how to make one you can learn with this quick video tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64O9WVJucFA 

Gauge: 5 hdc = 2"

Row 1: Magic Circle, ch 1, 10 dc in circle. Pull circle tight and join. (10)
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 hdc in each st around. Join. (20)
Row 3: Ch 1, 2 dc in first st, dc in next st. *2 dc in next st, dc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (30)
Row 4: Ch 1, 2 hdc in first st, hdc in 2 st. *2 hdc in next st, hdc in 2 st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (40)
Row 5: Ch 1, 2 dc in first st, dc in 9 st. *2 dc in next st, dc in 9 st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (44)
Row 6: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Join. (44)
Row 7: Ch 1, dc in each st around. Join. (44)
Row 8: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Join. (44)
Row 9: Ch 1, dc in each st around. Join. (44)
Row 10: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Join. (44)
Row 11: Ch 1, dc in each st around. Join. (44)
Row 12: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Join. (44)
Row 13: Ch 1, dc in each st around. Join. (44)
Row 14: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Join. (44)
Row 15: Ch 1, dc in each st around. Join. (44)
Row 16: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Join. (44)
Row 17: Ch 1, dc in each st around. Join. (44)
Row 18: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Join. (44)
Row 19: Ch 1, TURN, sc in each st around. Join. (44)
Fasten off, sew in ends and fold up edge.

Free Crochet Pattern: Women's Chunky Unicorn Hat

I've been wanting an excuse to make a Unicorn hat for myself and I finally have one, Halloween! This pattern works up pretty quick thanks to the use of bulky yarn! Please check your gauge, I've noticed many people having sizing problems with my hat patterns because they are not checking the gauge listed within the pattern. I do crochet tightly so chances are you will need to change your tension or switch to a lower hook size to get gauge.

Thanks so much for stopping by!

-Jenni

Difficulty: Easy-Intermediate

Size: Women's, 21-22" head circumference

Supplies:
Size I (5.5mm) Hook
Size L (8.0mm) Hook
Caron One Pound yarn in Sunflower, 25 yards
Premier Yarns, Deborah Norville Serenity Chunky in Pink Candy, 80 yards
Bernat Softee Chunky Yarn in White, 140 yards
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Abbreviations (US terms):
Ch - Chain
Dc - Double Crochet
Hdc - Half Double Crochet
Hdc2tog - Half Double Crochet 2 Together
Hdc3tog - Half Double Crochet 3 Together
Sc - Single Crochet
Sk - Skip
Sl st - Slip Stitch
Sp - Space

Notes:
-Ch 1 does NOT count as a stitch.
-Joins are made with a sl st to the first stitch made, not the ch.
-This pattern uses a magic circle, if you don't know how to make one you can learn with this quick video tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64O9WVJucFA 
-The first stitch in every row is to be worked in the same space as the ch 1.
-Hdc2tog & Hdc3tog count as 1 stitch.

Gauge: 7 hdc = 3" (using bulky yarn & size L hook)

Hat

Using Size L hook & White yarn:
Row 1: Magic Circle, ch 1, 10 hdc in circle. Pull circle tight and join. (10)
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 hdc in each sp around. Join. (20)
Row 3: Ch 1, *hdc, 2 hdc in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (30)
Row 4: Ch 1, *hdc in 2, 2 hdc in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (40)
Row 5: Ch 1, *hdc in 3, 2 hdc in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (50)
Row 6-14: Ch 1, hdc in each sp around. Join. (50)
Fasten off and sew in ends.

Ear Flaps

First Ear Flap:

Counting from where you fastened off, towards the left:
Row 1: Sk 6. Join yarn in next sp with a sl st, ch 1, hdc in same sp. Hdc in next 8 sp. Ch 1, turn. (9)
Row 2: Hdc2tog, hdc in 5, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn. (7)
Row 3: Hdc in each sp. Ch 1, turn. (7)
Row 4: Hdc2tog, hdc in 3, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn. (5)
Row 5: Hdc in each sp. Ch 1, turn. (5)
Row 6: Hdc2tog, hdc, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn. (3)
Row 7: Hdc in each sp. Ch 1, turn. (3)
Row 8: Hdc3tog.
Fasten off.

Second Ear Flap:

Counting from the last hdc made in row one of the first ear flap, towards the left:
Row 1: Sk 19. Join yarn in next sp with a sl st, ch 1, hdc in same sp. Hdc in next 8 sp. Ch 1, turn. (9)
Row 2: Hdc2tog, hdc in 5, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn. (7)
Row 3: Hdc in each sp. Ch 1, turn. (7)
Row 4: Hdc2tog, hdc in 3, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn. (5)
Row 5: Hdc in each sp. Ch 1, turn. (5)
Row 6: Hdc2tog, hdc, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn. (3)
Row 7: Hdc in each sp. Ch 1, turn. (3)
Row 8: Hdc3tog. Ch 1, turn. Sc around the entire edge of hat & ear flaps, Join.
Fasten off.

Switch to the Pink Candy yarn (still using size L hook):
Row 9: Join with a sl st, ch 1, sc in each sp. around. Join.
Fasten off and sew in ends.

Unicorn Ears

(make 2)

Using Size L hook & White yarn:
Row 1: Ch 4, hdc in 2nd ch from hook. Hdc in next 2. Ch 1, turn. (3)
Row 2: 2 hdc, hdc, 2 hdc. Ch 1, turn. (5)
Row 3: Hdc in each sp across. Ch 1, turn. (5)
Row 4: Hdc2tog, hdc, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn. (3)
Row 5: Hdc3tog. Ch 1 and sc around entire edge of ear, working 2 hdc in each corner.
Fasten off.

Unicorn Horn

Using size I hook & Sunflower yarn:

Row 1: Magic circle, ch 1, 6 sc in circle. Pull circle tight and join. (6)

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sp around. Join. (6)

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each, 2 sc in last. Join. (7)

Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each sp around. Join. (7)

Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each, 2 sc in last. Join. (8)
Row 6: Ch 1, sc in each sp around. Join. (8)
Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each, 2 sc in last. Join. (9)
Row 8: Ch 1, sc in each sp around. Join. (9)
Row 9: Ch 1, sc in each, 2 sc in last. Join. (10)
Row 10: Ch 1, sc in each sp around. Join. (10)
Row 11: Ch 1, sc in each, 2 sc in last. Join. (11)
Row 12: Ch 1, sc in each sp around. Join. (11)
Row 13: Ch 1, sc in each, 2 sc in last. Join. (12)
Row 14: Ch 1, sc in each sp around. Join. (12)
Row 15: Ch 1, sc in each, 2 sc in last. Join. (13)
Row 16: Ch 1, sc in each sp around. Join. (13)
Row 17: Ch 1, sc in each, 2 sc in last. Join. (14)
Row 18: Ch 1, sc in each sp around. Join. (14)
Fasten off leaving a long end for sewing.

Finishing

Horn:
Sew horn to the center front of the hat within rows 4 & 5.

Ears:
Sew each ear 7 hdc away from the horn, within the same row as the horn.

Mane:
Using the Pink Candy yarn double knot on 5" pieces of yarn down the center of the hat to make a mohawk. In the front of the hat leave about 8 rows without mohawk.

All done, now you're ready to be fabulous!

Free Crochet Pattern: Ribbed Women's Beanie

I've had many requests for additional sizes of my Ribbed Toddler Hat so here is the first in line and coming shortly will be the Men's & Children's sizes (I'll link them when available).

Thanks for stopping by! 

-Jenni

Size: Women's, 21-22" head circumference

Supplies:
Worsted Weight Yarn, approx. 175-200 yd.
Size I (5.5mm) Hook
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Optional: Pom-Pom
                or learn how to make your own here: How to make faux fur pom-poms

Abbreviations (US terms):
Ch - Chain
Dc - Double Crochet
Fpdc - Front Post Double Crochet
Sc - Single Crochet
Sl st - Slip Stitch

Notes:
-Ch 2's count as a dc.
-Joins are made with a sl st to the first dc made, not the ch 2.
-This pattern uses a magic circle, if you don't know how to make one you can learn with this quick video tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64O9WVJucFA

Gauge: 4 dc = 1".

Row 1: Magic Circle, ch 2 (counts as a dc throughout), 11 dc in circle. Pull circle tight and join. (12)
Row 2: Ch 2, fpdc around same (this fpdc is to be worked around the ch 2 from the previous row). *Dc in next and fpdc around same.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (24)
Row 3: Ch 2, dc in same, fpdc around next. *2 dc in next, fpdc around next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (36)
Row 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in same, fpdc around next. *Dc in next, 2 dc in next, fpdc around next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (48)
Row 5: Ch 2, dc in same, fpdc around next, *2 dc in next, fpdc around next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (72)
Row 6-21: Ch 2, dc in same, fpdc around next. *Dc in 2, fpdc around next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (72)
Row 22-23: Ch 1 (does not count as sc), sc in same and in each around. Join. (71)

Fasten off, sew in ends and attach your pom-pom.

Free Crochet Pattern: Women's Textured & Ribbed Ear Warmer

(Shown in Red Heart With Love Cameo)

This pattern has a matching infinity scarf and you can find the free pattern here: 

Textured & Ribbed Infinity Scarf

Thanks so much for stopping by! 

-Jenni

Skill Level: Easy/Intermediate

Size: Women's, 21-22" head circumference

Supplies:
Size I (5.5 mm) Hook
Red Heart With Love Yarn, approx. 175 yards
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Abbreviations (US Terms):
BLO - Back Loop Only
Bpdc - Back Post Double Crochet
Ch - Chain
Dc - Double Crochet
Fpdc - Front Post Double Crochet
Sl st - Slip Stitch
Sp - Space
3LO - 3rd Loop Only

Stitch Explanation:
3rd Loop Only - The third loop is located on the back of the dc, just under the back loop. Please see the photo below:

Important Notes:
-Ch 1's & 2's DO NOT count as a dc & you should join to the 1st dc of each row, not the chain.
-All joins are made with a sl st.

Gauge: Approx. 7 dc x 4 rows = 2"

Row 1: Ch 69, join to first ch making sure not to twist the chain. Ch 2, dc in same sp as ch 2 and in each sp around. Join. (69 dc)
Row 2: Ch 2, fpdc around the first dc of row 1. *Bpdc around next, Fpdc around next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (35 fpdc, 34 bpdc)
Row 3: Ch 2, Fpdc around next. *Bpdc around next, Fpdc around next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (35 fpdc, 34 bpdc)
Row 4: In BLO: Ch 1, dc in same and in each around. Join. (69 dc)
Row 5: In 3LO: Ch 1, dc in same and in each around. Join. (69 dc)
Row 6: In BLO: Ch 1, dc in same and in each around. Join. (69 dc)
Row 7: In 3LO: Ch 1, dc in same and in each around. Join. (69 dc)
Row 8: In BLO: Ch 1, dc in same and in each around. Join. (69 dc)
Row 9: Ch 2, fpdc around the first dc from row 8. *Bpdc around next, fpdc around next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (35 fpdc, 34 bpdc)
Row 10: Ch 2, fpdc around next, *Bpdc around next, fpdc around next.* Repeat from *to* around. Join. (35 fpdc, 34 bpdc)

Fasten off & sew in ends.

Free Crochet Pattern: Women's Vertical Cable Beanie with Slouchy Option

(Shown in Red Heart With Love Pewter & White with White Lion Brand Pom)

Hello crochet friends! A few weeks ago I shared on Instagram a beanie I was working on with a vertical cable and now that it has been tested a few times I am very excited to share the finished pattern with you! Originally I only created the beanie version but I thought it would work great as a slouchy hat too (this is now my fav. slouchy hat!) so I have both options written within the pattern.

(Shown in Big Twist Premium Ivory & Red Heart With Love Black with a Black Lion Brand Pom)

 If you have any questions please feel free to ask. Crochet cables are not the simplest instructions to write out so I've also included a short photo tutorial for the turning rows of the cable.

Thanks so much for stopping by!
-Jenni

Beanie Version              Slouchy Version

(Shown in Red Heart With Love Pewter & White, White Pom by Lion Brand )

Size: Teen/Women's, 21-22" head circumference

Skill Level: Easy/Intermediate

Supplies:
Red Heart With Love Worsted Weight Yarn
Size I (5.5mm) Crochet Hook
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Optional: Lion Brand Pom

Abbreviations (US Terms):
Ch - Chain
Dc - Double Crochet
Fpdc - Front Post Double Crochet
Fptr - Front Post Treble Crochet
Sc - Single Crochet
Sc2tog - Single Crochet 2 Together
Sk - Skip
Sl st - Slip Stitch

Notes:
-Joins are made with sl st.
-Ch 1 does not count as a stitch in the end of row stitch count.
-Gauge: 3.5 dc & 2 rows = 1"

Row 1: Magic circle, ch 1, 11 dc in circle. Join & pull circle tight. (11)
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 dc in same and in each around. Join. (22)
Row 3: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in next. *2 dc in next, dc in next.* Repeat *to* 4 more times. Fpdc around next, dc, fpdc around 6, dc, fpdc around last. Join. (28)
Row 4: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in next. *2 dc in next, dc in next.* Repeat *to* 7 more times. Fpdc around next, dc, fpdc around 6, dc, fpdc. Join. (37)

Note: Photo tutorial for the next 2 rows follows the pattern below, I suggest at least scrolling through the tutorial before moving on if you have never worked  a cable before.

Row 5: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in 2. *2 dc in next, dc in 2.* Repeat *to* 7 more times. Fpdc around next, dc, sk 3, fptr around next 3. Fptr around the 3 skipped, dc, fpdc. Join. (46)
Row 6: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in 3. *2 dc in next, dc in 3.* Repeat *to* 7 more times. Fpdc, 2 dc in next, fpdc around 6, 2 dc in next, fpdc. Join. (57)
Row 7: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in 4. *2 dc in next, dc in 4.* Repeat *to* 7 more times. Fpdc, dc in 2, fpdc around 6, dc in 2, fpdc. Join. (66)
Row 8: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in 52, 2 dc in next. Fpdc, dc in 2, fpdc in 6, dc in 2, fpdc. Join. (68)
Row 9: Ch 1, dc in same and next 55, fpdc, dc in 2, sk 3, fptr around 3, fptr around skipped 3. Dc in 2, fpdc. Join. (68)
Row 10: Ch 1, dc in same and next 55, fpdc, dc in 2, fpdc around 6, dc in 2, fpdc. Join. (68)
Row 11: Repeat row 10.
Row 12: Repeat row 10.

For Beanie: Repeat rows 9-12 2 times, you will end with 20 rows total.
For Slouchy Beanie: Repeat row 9-12 3 times, you will end with 24 rows total.

If you would like a contrasting color for the trim, fasten off and join with your new color in any space.

Final Row: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next and in each around. Join. (67)

Row 5 & 6 tutorial

Row 5: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in 2. *2 dc in next, dc in 2.* Repeat *to* 7 more times. Fpdc around next, dc. 

Sk 3, fptr around next 3. 

Fptr around the 3 skipped.

The 6 fptr's will seem smushed up, this is normal and they will straighten out when the next row is worked. 

 Dc in next. 

Fpdc around last, Join. (46)

Row 6: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in 3. *2 dc in next, dc in 3.* Repeat *to* 7 more times. Fpdc, 2 dc in next. 

Fpdc around 6.

2 dc in next, fpdc. Join. (57)

I hope this short photo tutorial was of some help, if you still need help you can message me on facebook, email (byjennidesigns@gmail.com) me or leave a comment here. 

Free Crochet Pattern: Women's Quick Chunky Cat Hat

Are you in need of a last minute Halloween costume idea? You can whip up this chunky hat in no time at all, tuck a thin feather boa into a pair of black pants for a cat tail and use a little make-up for a nose and whiskers you have a quick, easy & inexpensive Halloween costume! I'd love to see your finished projects, if you would like to share feel free to upload your photos to my facebook page here: www.facebook.com/byjennidesigns or add this pattern to your projects on Ravelry! 

Thanks for stopping by & reading!

-Jenni

Difficulty Level: Easy

Size: Teen/Women’s

Supplies:
Bernat Softee Chunky Yarn, Super Bulky (6)
   100-125 yards for hat & outside of ears
   10 yards for inside of ears
Size N (9.0 mm) Crochet Hook
Tapestry Needle
Scissors Stitch

Abbreviations (US Terms):
Ch – Chain
Dc – Double Crochet
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
Hdc2tog - Half Double Crochet 2 Together
Sc – Single Crochet
Sk – Skip
Sl St – Slip Stitch

Pattern for gauge:
Row 1: Ch 11, dc in 3rd ch from hook and in each across.
Row 2: Ch 2, turn. Dc in same and in each across.

Piece should measure approximately 4” x 2” for gauge. If not, please adjust your tension or hook size to get gauge. Gauge is important for this hat pattern.

Important Notes:
-Ch 2's & ch 1's do not count as stitch and are not included in the stitch count at the end of each row.
-Joins are made with sl st to the first dc, do not join to the ch 2.

Hat 

Row 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 10 dc in circle. Join & pull circle tight. (10)
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 hdc in same and in each around. Join. (20)
Row 3: Ch 2, dc in same, 2 dc in next. *Dc in next, 2 dc in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (30)
Row 4: Ch 1, 2 hdc in same, hdc in 2. *2 hdc in next, hdc in 2.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (40)

Your circle should measure approx. 5.5” across the center.

Row 5: Ch 2, 2 dc in same, dc in next and in each around. Join. (41)
Row 6: Ch 1, 2 hdc in same, hdc in next and in each around. Join. (42)
Row 7: Ch 2, dc in same and in each around. Join. (42)
Row 8: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (42)
Row 9: Ch 2, dc in same and in each around. Join. (42)
Row 10: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (42)
Row 11: Ch 2, dc in same and in each around. Join. (42)
Row 12: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (42)
Row 13-14: Ch 1, sc in same and in each around. Join. (42)

Fasten off and sew in ends.

Ears

(Make 4, 2 outside ears & 2 inside)

Row 1: Ch 7, hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in each across. Ch 1, turn. (6)

Row 2: Hdc2tog, hdc in 2, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn. (4)

Row 3: Hdc in each across. Ch 1, turn. (4)

Row 4: Hdc2tog, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn. (2)

Row 5: Hdc in each across. Ch 1, turn. (2)

Row 6: Hdc2tog. Fasten off. (1)

Fasten off. 

To complete the ears you now need to hold together one outside ear to one inside ear, like so:

Using the outside ear color, join with a sl st in the lower right corner of the ear, ch 1. Work a sc in the same space as the ch 1.

Continue to sc across this side of the ear until you reach the point of the ear. When you reach the point, work all of the following stitches into the same space: [sc, ch 2, sc]. Then proceed to sc down the left side of the ear. There is no need to sc along the bottom of the ear. Fasten off leaving a long end for sewing.

Repeat for the 2nd ear. 

Sew ears onto hat and sew in all your ends and you're done! 

I hope you have a very Happy Halloween!

Free Crochet Pattern: Men's Chunky Stripe Beanie

This morning I have a simple men's beanie pattern to share and tomorrow I'll have the matching scarf pattern up (you can now find the scarf pattern HERE). Please be sure to check your gauge before starting your hat, getting the correct gauge is important for this pattern.

Thanks for stopping by, happy crocheting! 

Jenni

Difficulty Level: Easy

Size: Men’s, 22-23” head circumference

Supplies:
Bernat Chunky Yarn, Super Bulky (6)
      -Main color approx. 100-105 yards
      -Contrast color approx. 20-25 yards
Size N (9.0 mm) Crochet Hook
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Stitch Abbreviations (US Terms):
Ch - Chain
Dc - Double Crochet
Hdc - Half Double Crochet
Sc - Single Crochet
Ss - Slip Stitch

St(s) - Stitch(es)

Important Notes:
-Ch 1 does not count as a stitch and is not included in the stitch count at the end of each row.
-All joins are made with ss to the first hdc/dc of the row.

Pattern for gauge:

Row 1: Ch 12, dc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across.
Row 2: Ch 1, turn. Hdc in each st across.

The piece should measure approximately 4” x 1 ½” for gauge. If not, please adjust your tension or hook size to get gauge.


Row 1: Magic circle, ch 1, 10 dc in circle. Join. (10)

Pull circle tight and sew in end.

Row 2: Ch 1, 2 hdc in each st around. Join. (20)
Row 3: Ch 1, dc in 1st st, 2 dc in next st. *Dc in next st, 2 dc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (30)
Row 4: Ch 1, 2 hdc in 1st st, hdc in next 2 sts. *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 2 sts.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (40)
Row 5: Ch 1, 2 dc in 1st st, dc in next 4 sts. *2 dc in next st, dc in next 4 sts.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (48)

Your circle should measure approx. 7” across the center.

Row 6: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Join. (48)
Row 7: Ch 1, dc in each st around. Join. (48)
Row 8: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Join. (48)
Row 9: Ch 1, dc in each st around. Join. (48)
Row 10: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Join. (48)
Row 11: Ch 1, dc in each st around. Join & fasten off. (48)

Switch to contrast color and join with a ss in any st.

Row 12: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Join. (48)
Row 13: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Join. (48)

Fasten off, switch to main color and join with a ss in any st.

Row 14: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join. (48)

Row 15: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join, fasten off and sew in ends. (48)

Free Crochet Pattern, Instagram Re-post: Colorado C Applique

I really love Instagram (and all the fun apps that go with it)! It's the first place I go to share my crochet makings and I've met so many great fellow crocheters there. Recently, I shared a quick little pattern via. Instagram for my Colorado C Applique and I just wanted to take a minute to share it here on my blog also. The blue hat was made using my Women's Ribbed Hat Pattern. Do you use Instagram? You can find me @byjennidesigns, I'd love to connect with you!