Crochet Textured Twisted Rib Beanie Free Pattern

Materials

• Bulky weight yarn (approximately 100 yards)
• Size N/15 (10 mm) crochet hook
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors
• Measuring tape

Size

Adult size (adjustable for larger or smaller sizes)

Gauge

8 stitches and 5 rows = 4 inches in twisted rib pattern

Stitches Used

• Chain (ch)
• Slip stitch (sl st)
• Half double crochet (hdc)
• Front post double crochet (fpdc)
• Back post double crochet (bpdc)

Pattern Instructions

Brim

1. Ch 40 (or adjust for desired width), join with sl st to form a ring.
2. Round 1: Ch 1, hdc in each ch around. Join with sl st to top of first hdc (40 hdc).
3. Round 2: Ch 1, *fpdc in next stitch, bpdc in next stitch; repeat from * around. Join with sl st (40 stitches).
4. Repeat Round 2 until brim measures about 3 inches.

Body

1. Round 1: Ch 1, hdc in each stitch around. Join with sl st (40 hdc).
2. Round 2: Ch 1, *hdc in next stitch, fpdc in next stitch; repeat from * around. Join with sl st (40 stitches).
3. Continue the pattern alternating between hdc and fpdc until the piece measures about 8 inches from the brim.

Crowning

1. Begin to decrease: Round 1: Ch 1, *hdc in next 3 stitches, hdc2tog; repeat from * around. (30 stitches)
2. Round 2: Ch 1, *hdc in next 2 stitches, hdc2tog; repeat from * around. (20 stitches)
3. Round 3: Ch 1, *hdc in next stitch, hdc2tog; repeat from * around. (10 stitches)
4. Round 4: Ch 1, hdc2tog around. (5 stitches)
5. Cut yarn leaving a long tail, thread through the remaining stitches, pull tight to close the top of the hat.

Finishing

• Weave in all ends with a yarn needle.
• Optional: Add a pom-pom on top for extra flair!

Enjoy your cozy new beanie!