If you’re looking for free crochet patterns that are quick, simple, and versatile, this easy double crochet beanie is the perfect project.
Worked with a size H (5.00 mm) crochet hook and medium weight (size 4) yarn, this simple double crochet hat is written in 6 sizes from baby to adult size.
The design starts with a magic circle and grows with double crochet stitches, making it a beginner-friendly double crochet hat pattern.
You’ll follow an easy repeat round to shape the crown and body of the hat to get the perfect hat height and fit.
Whether you’re making a cozy gift or a quick accessory for yourself, this free pattern is a great go-to from the first dc to the last.
Happy crocheting!
Classic Double Crochet Beanie – All Sizes
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Materials:
Medium weight (size 4) yarn
Size H (5.0 mm) crochet hook
Yarn needle
Stitch marker (optional)
Abbreviations:
ch – chain
dc – double crochet
sl st – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)
Gauge:
12 sts × 14 rows = 4″
Pattern Instructions
All sizes start with 10 dc in a magic ring.
Baby 0–6 mo (40 dc)
Round 1: 10 dc in magic ring, sl st to join (10).
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to join (20).
Round 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next st repeat around, sl st to join (30).
Round 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts repeat around, sl st to join (40).
Body: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to join, for 6 rounds.
6–12 mo (48 dc)
Round 1: 10 dc in magic ring, sl st to join (10).
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to join (20).
Round 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next st repeat around, sl st to join (30).
Round 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts repeat around, sl st to join (40).
Round 5: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 4 sts repeat around, sl st to join (48).
Body: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to join, for 7 rounds.
Toddler 1–3 yr (52 dc)
Round 1: 10 dc in magic ring, sl st to join (10).
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to join (20).
Round 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next st repeat around, sl st to join (30).
Round 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts repeat around, sl st to join (40).
Round 5: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 4 sts repeat around, sl st to join (48).
Round 6: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 11 sts repeat around, sl st to join (52).
Body: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to join, for 8 rounds.
Child (56 dc)
Round 1: 10 dc in magic ring, sl st to join (10).
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to join (20).
Round 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next st repeat around, sl st to join (30).
Round 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts repeat around, sl st to join (40).
Round 5: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 4 sts repeat around, sl st to join (48).
Round 6: Ch 2, 2 dc in the next st, dc in next 5 sts repeat around, sl st to join (56).
Body: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to join, for 9 rounds.
Adult 13+ yr (60 dc)
Round 1: 10 dc in magic ring, sl st to join (10).
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to join (20).
Round 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next st repeat around, sl st to join (30).
Round 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts repeat around, sl st to join (40).
Round 5: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 3 sts repeat around, sl st to join (50).
Round 6: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 4 sts repeat around, sl st to join (60).
Body: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to join, for 10 rounds.
Finishing
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Optional: add a pom-pom
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thank ;you for helping m e find an easy pattern. I am making the hats for homeless people in my area. I do this often and give them to those in need. so thank you for helping me! Mary Martin
thanks for the pattern for an easy hat. I am so grateful to be able to complete my plan to help others in need.
That’s wonderful Mary! I’m glad you are enjoying the pattern and helping others.