This pattern creates a textured beanie with a ribbed brim and a cable-like pattern on the main body. It’s worked in rounds for the main part and rows for the brim, which is then seamed. A pompom is added for a finishing touch.
Skill Level: The pattern is labeled “EASY,” but the use of front post double treble (fpdtr) stitches and the cable-like construction make it more suitable for an intermediate crocheter, or a confident beginner who is ready to learn some new techniques. The skills involved are:
- Chain (ch)
- Slip stitch (sl st)
- Double crochet (dc) – Note: This pattern uses UK terminology. A “dc” in UK terms is the same as a “single crochet (sc)” in US terms.
- Half treble crochet (htr) – UK terminology. This is a US half double crochet (hdc).
- Front post double treble (fpdtr) – UK terminology. This is a US front post triple/treble crochet (fptr/ftr). This is the key stitch for creating the cable effect.
- Working in the back loop only (for the brim)
- Decreasing: 2dctog (UK) / 2sctog (US), 2htrtog (UK) / 2hdctog (US), 3htrtog (UK) / 3hdctog (US)
- Seaming (joining the brim)
- Gathering the crown
- Making a pom pom(optional).
Sizing: The pattern is for a “Lady” size, to fit a head circumference of approximately 56cm. This is a typical adult size.
Yarn:
- Type: “4 Seasons” Marvel Denim Effects 12ply 100g. 12ply is bulky/chunky weight.
- Amount: 2 balls (100g each)
Hooks:
- 4.50mm crochet hook (for the brim)
- 6.00mm crochet hook (for the main body)
Construction:
- Brim:
- The brim is worked in rows using double crochet (UK dc / US sc) in the back loop only to create a ribbed texture.
- The brim is worked to a length of 50cm (slightly stretched).
- The ends of the brim are joined with a flat seam to form a ring.
- Main Piece:
- The main body of the hat is worked in rounds, joined with a slip stitch and turned at the end of each round.
- The first round establishes the stitch count (72 stitches) by working along the side edge of the brim.
- The pattern uses a combination of half treble crochets (UK htr / US hdc) and front post double treble crochets (UK fpdtr / US fptr/ftr) to create a cable-like design. The fpdtr stitches are worked around the posts of stitches two rows below.
- The pattern repeats a 4-round sequence (rounds 5-8) to create the cable effect.
- Shape Crown:
- The crown is shaped using decreases: 2htrtog (UK) / 2hdctog (US) and 3htrtog (UK) / 3hdctog (US), along with regular htr and fpdtr stitches.
- The final round involves decreasing around using 2dctog (UK) / 2sctog (US).
- Finishing:
- The remaining stitches are gathered tightly using the yarn tail.
- A large pompom is made and attached to the crown.
Key Features:
- Textured Cable Design: The fpdtr stitches create a visually appealing and slightly more complex texture than a simple beanie.
- Ribbed Brim: The back loop only double crochet brim provides a snug, stretchy fit.
- UK Terminology: It’s crucial to understand that “dc” is a UK double crochet (US single crochet), “htr” is a UK half treble (US half double), and “fpdtr” is a UK front post double treble (US front post triple/treble).
- Clear Instructions with Abbreviations: The pattern provides a special abbreviation key and clear, round-by-round instructions.