Simple Double Crochet Beanie Pattern for Beginners

Striped Crochet Hat for the Whole Family

This double crochet beanie is a quick and cozy hat to whip up. Use basic stitches to work this up quickly. Make with a soft yarn and a simple crochet stitch, this beanie is warm, stylish, and great for gifting or personal use.

Free pattern by Vicky Pietz from Pattern Princess

This simple double crochet beanie is a practical and stylish piece that you can customize with different yarns, colors, and sizes. Make this easy crochet hat pattern in 6 different sizes, from baby to X-large.

Made from the top of the hat down and worked in the round. You’ll whip up a stylish, snug-fitting beanie in no time. This pattern works well with any soft, medium-weight yarn that offers good stitch definition and drape. A smooth, worsted-weight acrylic or wool-blend yarn is ideal for a comfortable and durable beanie.

Vicky Pietz from Pattern Princess

Skill Level

Easy, Beginner-Friendly

Gauge

12 stitches and 8 rows of double crochet every 4 inches.

Sizing will vary based on different yarn brands. Make sure to use a tape measure to determine the size of your hat.

Sizes

  • Baby. Infant 3 months to 15 months old. It fits up to 15 inches circumference and 5 ½ inches height.
  • X-Small. Child 2 to 5 years old. It fits up to 18 inches circumference and 7 inches height.
  • Small. Child 6-12 years old. It fits up to 19 inches circumference and 8 inches height.
  • Medium. Teenager/adult small. It fits up to 20 inches circumference and 8.5 inches height.
  • Large. Adult medium. It fits up to 22 inches circumference and 9 inches height.
  • X-Large. Adult large. It fits up to 24 inches circumference and 10 inches height.

Crochet Project Materials Needed

Any medium worsted yarn weight number 4. About 100-150 yards.

Crochet Hook Size H 5.0 mm

Tapestry Needle. To weave in yarn ends.

Scissors to snip off the excess yarn.

Stitch Markers. If you are a beginner crocheter, these are helpful to place in the first stitch of the row. It helps know exactly where to place your stitches.

Tape Measure. For measuring head circumference and the hat size.

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