How to Crochet A Beanie Hat for Winter

Learn how to crochet a stylish beanie hat using a simple half-double crochet pattern with a step-by-step tutorial. The project involves creating vertical rows and tailoring the size to fit your head circumference. You’ll also learn joining edges, closing the top, and finishing touches for a seamless, professional look. The tutorial is clear, beginner-friendly, and ideal for creating personalized crochet designs.

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Crochet A Beanie Hat Tutorial

This tutorial teaches how to crochet a stylish beanie hat using only half double crochet stitches. The hat is worked vertically based on head measurements, creating a ribbed texture by stitching into the body loops.

After completing the rows, the sides are joined with slip stitches, and the top is neatly closed using a tapestry needle. The result is a clean, well-fitted beanie that’s perfect for beginners and easy to customize.

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Materials & Setup

The tutorial begins by listing the necessary materials: yarn (camouflage yarn used), 5 mm crochet hook, scissors, tapestry needle, stitch markers, and measuring tape.
The creator explains that only half double crochet stitches are used throughout the hat.
The hat is made using a single color for simplicity, though options for color changes are mentioned.

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Measuring and Planning

Measure the circumference of your head to determine the total length of rows.
The project is worked vertically, meaning rows run from top to bottom when worn.
The sample shown uses a 23-inch head measurement and requires tailoring for different sizes.

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Starting the Foundation Chain

The tutorial begins with a slip knot and a foundation chain.
The first row is made by placing half double crochets into each chain stitch.
This base sets up the dimensions for the height of the beanie.

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Building the Rows with Texture

Rows are turned and crocheted using half double crochet stitches into the body loops (instead of top loops).
This technique creates a ribbed texture for stretch and visual appeal.
The same technique is repeated for each row until the desired head circumference is reached.

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Stitch Consistency and Row Count

The instructor emphasizes the importance of counting stitches in every row to keep sides even.
A total of 60 rows are made to match the 23-inch head circumference used in the demonstration.

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Joining the Edges

Both short ends of the beanie are joined using the slip stitch method.
Care is taken to align stitches properly to maintain symmetry.
The result is a seamless, clean join that blends with the overall texture.

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Closing the Top

A long yarn tail is threaded into a tapestry needle.
The top is closed by weaving the needle through the upper edge in a spiral or criss-cross manner.
Once pulled tight, it forms a gathered top without any visible hole.