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Working crochet hats, like this Aspen Beanie crochet pattern, in a super bulky weight yarn makes them quick to crochet and super warm!
I really enjoy wearing crochet hats that are worked in a super bulky weight yarn. Many times they only require one ball of yarn and they are so warm and cozy to wear!
The Aspen Beanie crochet pattern is an easy to work design that is worked side to side in rows. I like using this method to make crochet hats because, not only is it easy, but it is also easy to adjust the size. All you need to do is work the foundation chain to the length you require, and then work the repeats in the pattern until it reaches the desired circumference.
To make it easier to close the top of the hat, I work into a chain loop at the top end which makes it easier to gather together. I’ve used this technique most recently in the wonderful Cameron Beanie.
The Aspen Beanie crochet pattern looks as though it has been knit. The ribbing in the hat makes for a snug final product.
The Materials:
I mentioned above that this beanie can be made in an hour or less! The main reason for this is that it is made using a super bulky weight yarn. For my samples I have used the Wool Ease Thick & Quick yarn by Lion Brand. This is one of my favourite wool blend yarns. It is super cozy and still has some of the warmth of wool. Along with the super bulky weight yarn I have used a 10mm crochet hook such as this streamline metal one by Furls Crochet.
PDF Copies:
The Bulky Classic Beanie crochet pattern will be written out in full below followed by a free video tutorial. The pattern is free to follow on my site and will always be free! If, however, you would like a printable copy, you may purchase one from my Etsy and Ravelry Shops linked below:
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Enjoy! If you enjoyed this hat design, you may also wish to try it in a worsted weight yarn! You can do so with the Bulky Classic Beanie Crochet Pattern. If you enjoy working with super bulky weight yarn you may also wish to try the Beginner Beanie Crochet Pattern.
Enjoy and happy crocheting!
Sarah
Aspen Beanie Crochet Pattern:
Skill Level: Easy
Gauge: 11 sts x 7 rows of pattern = 4 inches
Finished Size: 8 x 8.5 inches laid flat. 20-24 inches circumference
Hook: Size N/P/15 (10 mm) Hook. Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: Yarn Needle
Stitches and Abbreviations:
Blo – Back Loop Only
Ch – Chain
Hsc – Herringbone Single Crochet (Insert your hook through loop on the front of the post of the previous st, insert your hook into the next stitch, yarn over and draw up a loop, yarn over and draw through all three loops on your hook. Herringbone Single Crochet made.)
Rpt – Repeat
Sc – Single Crochet
Sk – Skip
Sl St – Slip Stitch
Yo – Yarn Over
Pattern Notes:
- Pattern is written in American English terms.
- Pattern is worked in rows.
- Ch 1 at beginning of round does not count as stitch.
- Weave in ends as needed.
- To change the size of your hat you will work the top ring, then chain for the desired length of your hat. Work the repeat row until your hat reaches the desired circumference before joining the two sides.
Free Crochet Pattern:
Ch 8, join with a sl st in the 1st st to make a ring.
From the ring, ch 21.
Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from your hook, hsc (see “Stitches and Abbreviations) in the next st and in each of the remaining stitches. Slip stitch into the ch-8 loop, ch 1, turn. (20 sts)
Row 2: Working in the blo all the way across, sc in the first hsc st, hsc in each st across until the final st. In the final st, work under both loops and hsc. Ch 1, turn.
Row 3: Working under both loops sc in the 1st hsc st, working in the blo all the way across hsc in the next st and in each of the remaining stitches. Slip stitch into the ch-8 loop, ch 1, turn.
Rows 4-28 (or to the desired circumference): Repeat rows 2 and 3.
Fold your hat so that the ch-8 loop is at the top and both sides of the hat meet. Join your two long sides together by working through both thickness and in the blo of each side all the way across, sl st in each st across. Fasten off, weave in your ends.
Take a piece of yarn and sew the top of the hat closed. Once again fasten off and weave in any ends.
Video Tutorial:
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