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How to Crochet a Hat for Beginners – Free Ribbed Beanie Pattern

This easy ribbed beanie is a great project for beginner crocheters wanting to learn how to crochet a hat and works up fast! It consists of a basic knit-stitch rectangle that is then joined together and gathered at one end to create a perfect classic ribbed beanie. This free hat pattern for beginners is the perfect entry-level project to get your crochet journey started!

This simple ribbed beanie is the perfect project for beginner crocheters and comes together quickly! It starts with a basic knit-stitch rectangle that is then stitched together and cinched at one end to make a timeless ribbed beanie.

Whether you’re just starting to crochet hats or in need of a speedy project, this free crochet pattern for beginners is incredibly easy. If you can crochet a rectangle, you can create this straightforward unisex beanie pattern!

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Looking for a quick gift idea? Just picked up crocheting? Snowed in and need a project? No worries, this super simple crochet beanie pattern has got you covered!

Making a crocheted hat usually involves working in the round, along with some counting and increasing or decreasing. But not with this free crochet pattern!

Our beginner-friendly method relies on the most basic crochet stitches to make a cozy hat from a basic rectangle and gives a cozy ribbed texture with a knit look. This easy pattern is perfect for your first hat project ever.

How to Crochet a Hat for Beginners

For this project, I’m using Red Heart Super Saver as it is easy to work with, durable, and great for beginners.

Any worsted-weight 4 yarn will work for this project. If you are using a heavier yarn weight, be sure to adjust your hook size and gauge accordingly.

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MATERIALS

300-375 yds Medium Weight 4 Yarn

5.5mm Hook (My FAVORITE crochet hooks!)

Tapestry Needle

Scissors

Optional – Stitch Markers

Optional – Stitch Counter

Both stitch markers and stitch counters are very helpful for those who easily lose track of their row/stitch counts.

STITCHES & TECHNIQUES

CH: Chain

HDC: Half Double Crochet

SL: Slip Stitch

BLO: Back Loop Only

ST: Stitch

PATTERN NOTES

Skill Level – Beginner/Easy

Measurements – Customizable/Adult Medium/Large. This hat fits an adult-sized head that is 21-23″. The finished hat is approx. 20″ around by 12″ unfolded.

Gauge – 20 CH = 5″

This pattern follows US crochet terms.

This is a general adult-size beanie. The chain will equal the desired length of the hat and the rows will equal the size around. Add chains for a slouchier look and be sure the length of the rows fits around your head comfortably before joining the sides together!

Easy Ribbed Beanie Crochet Pattern

R1: CH 47, HDC into each ST starting from the second CH from the hook, turn.

R2: CH 1, HDC BLO 46 starting from the first ST from the hook, turn.

R3-44: Repeat R2 until R44 or until the long side of the rectangle fits comfortably around your head.

Joining the Sides: To join the sides of the hat together, fold the rectangle in half and SL each loop of the first row with the back loop of the last row, tie off.

Gathering the End: Taking your tapestry needle, attach a length of yarn to one end of the hat. This will become the gathered top of the beanie. Weave the yarn through the edge loops of the hat, skipping every few loops and pull gently to close up the end.

Once you’ve woven through the entire edge of the top of the hat and pulled the end closed, tie off and weave in any visible yarn ends. Now all that’s left to do is fold up the brim of your new beanie and enjoy!

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