Crocheting a cozy, stylish beanie is a fun and rewarding project, and the Octavia Beanie is a perfect pattern to create a warm and fashionable hat for the colder months. This crochet pattern combines textured stitches to create a beautiful design that's both simple and eye-catching.
Materials Needed:
- Yarn: Medium-weight yarn (Category 4, Worsted weight) – approximately 150 yards (137 meters)
- Crochet Hook: Size H/8 (5.0 mm) or the hook size that matches your tension
- Stitch Markers (optional)
- Scissors
- Tapestry Needle for weaving in ends
- Pom-pom (optional) for decoration
Abbreviations Used:
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- fpdc = front post double crochet
- bpdc = back post double crochet
- st = stitch
- sp = space
- rnd = round
- inc = increase (2 stitches in one stitch)
Gauge:
- 12 dc x 7 rows = 4" (10 cm) square
Make sure to check your gauge before starting the project to ensure the beanie fits properly. Adjust your hook size if necessary to match the gauge.
Pattern Notes:
- The Octavia Beanie is worked in the round without turning, creating a seamless design.
- The hat is adjustable and can be made larger or smaller by adjusting the number of stitches or rounds.
- The pattern includes textured stitch sections for a more visually interesting design.
Octavia Beanie Crochet Pattern Instructions:
Rim:
- Ch 9.
- Starting from the second ch from the hook, sc across (8 sc).
- Turn, ch 1, sc across the row (8 sc).
- Repeat until the piece measures the circumference of your head, typically about 18-22 inches (45-56 cm). The number of rows may vary depending on your desired fit.
- Once the length is reached, join the short ends together using sl st. You now have a band that will fit snugly around your head.
Body of the Hat:
- Round 1: Attach yarn to the top of the band, ch 2 (does not count as a st here or throughout), and work 60 sc evenly around the band. Join with a sl st to the first sc.
- Round 2: Ch 2, hdc in the same stitch, skip 1 st, hdc in the next st around. Join with a sl st to the top of the first hdc.
- Round 3: Ch 2, fpdc in the next st, bpdc in the next st. Repeat fpdc, bpdc around. Join with a sl st.
- Round 4: Ch 2, hdc in the next st. Repeat skip 1 st, hdc in the next st around. Join with a sl st.
- Round 5: Ch 2, fpdc in the next st, bpdc in the next st around. Join with a sl st.
- Round 6-8: Repeat rounds 4 and 5, alternating between hdc rounds and post-stitch rounds (fpdc/bpdc).
Crowning the Hat:
- Round 9: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc around until 6 sts remain. Join with a sl st.
- Round 10: Ch 1, sc2tog around. Join with a sl st.
- Finish off the yarn and leave a long tail for weaving.
Finishing:
- Using a tapestry needle, weave in the ends securely.
- For an optional pom-pom, attach it to the top of the hat, or simply leave the crown open for a clean finish.
Optional Embellishments:
- Pom-pom: Add a fluffy pom-pom to the top of the beanie for extra flair. You can make your own pom-pom using a pom-pom maker or purchase a ready-made one.
- Colorblocking: To make the hat more vibrant, change colors in different rounds of the body. Simply join the new color at the beginning of the round and work with the new color for that round.
Sizing:
- Child (2-5 years): 16-18 inches circumference
- Adult (Small): 18-20 inches circumference
- Adult (Medium/Large): 20-22 inches circumference
This pattern is designed to be adaptable, so you can adjust the size by increasing or decreasing the number of stitches or rounds. The beauty of the Octavia Beanie is its versatility, allowing you to make it fit any size perfectly.
Conclusion:
The Octavia Beanie is a simple yet stunning crochet project perfect for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike. The texture created by the front post and back post double crochet stitches adds a lovely touch of depth and style to the hat. Whether you're creating this for yourself, gifting it to a loved one, or selling it in your shop, the Octavia Beanie is sure to impress!
Happy crocheting!
