How to Crochet a Beanie for Adults
Join me in this detailed blog post as I walk you through the step-by-step process of how to crochet a Beanie for adults.
Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting, you’ll find easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips to craft the perfect accessory for staying warm in style. The free guide and pattern are below.
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CROCHET PATTERN INFORMATION
Skill Level
Beginner. Basic stitches in basic form, simple repeats in rows or rounds.
Project Materials
- I 5.5 mm crochet hook OR hook needed to obtain gauge
- Medium worsted weight yarn
- Yarn needle
- Locking stitch markers
- Sewing measuring tape for measuring your head.
Adult Beanie Size Chart
| Size | Circumference | Height |
| Small/Medium | fits up to 22 inches | 8.25 inches |
| Medium/Large | fits up to 23.5 inches | 8.5 inches |
Crochet Gauge
14 stitches = 4 inches
9 rounds = 4 inches
Related Patterns
Be sure to check out my free crochet hat patterns (and bookmark them!) before you go.
- dc= double crochet
- st= stitch
- sts= stitches
- ch= chain
- chs= chains
- sl st= slip stitch
- rnd= round
- rnd(s)= rounds
- rem= remaining
- Chain 2
- Yarn over
- Insert hook in next stitch & draw up a loop (3 loops on hook)
- Yarn over & draw through 2 loops (2 loops on hook)
- Yarn over & draw through 2 remaining loops (1 loop on hook)
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CROCHET PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS
Rounds 1-8 are the same for both sizes.
Make a magic ring.
Chain (ch) 2
Make 11 double crochet (dc). You are working into and around the magic ring.
Always use a locking stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
Gently pull on the yarn tail to close the ring.
Join in the round with slip stitch (sl st) in the top of the first dc.
Count your stitches. You should have 11.
Ch 2. Make 2 dc in each stitch. Join with a sl st. (22 stitches)
Ch 2. Repeat this pattern all the way around: 2 dc, 1 dc. Join with a sl st. (33 stitches)
Ch 2. Repeat this pattern all the way around: 2 dc, 1 dc, 1 dc. Join with a sl st. (44 stitches)
Ch 2. Repeat this pattern all the way around: 2 dc, 1 dc in ten stitches. Join with a sl st. (48 stitches)
Ch 2. Repeat this pattern all the way around: 2 dc, 1 dc in eleven stitches. Join with a sl st. (52 stitches)
Ch 2. Repeat this pattern all the way around: 2 dc, 1 dc in twelve stitches. Join with a sl st. (56 stitches)
Ch 2. Repeat this pattern all the way around: 2 dc, 1 dc in thirteen stitches. Join with a sl st. (60 stitches)
Rounds 9-19: Ch 2, make 1 dc in each stitch. Join with a sl st. (60 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in your yarn ends using a yarn needle.
Round 9: Ch 2. Repeat this pattern all the way around: 2 dc, 1 dc in fourteen stitches. Join with a sl st. (64 stitches)
Rounds 10-20: Ch 2, make 1 dc in each stitch. Join with a sl st. (64 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in your yarn ends using a yarn needle.
