Crochet Monster Beanie

The Crochet Monster Beanie is a cozy and whimsical accessory that adds a fun touch to any outfit, perfect for those who love to stand out from the crowd. With its colorful yarn and cute monster design, this beanie is sure to bring a smile to your face. Whether you're heading out on a chilly day or simply want to add a playful element to your wardrobe, this beanie is a delightful choice. It makes a great gift for both kids and adults who appreciate a touch of creativity in their style. So why not embrace your inner monster and rock this adorable crochet beanie with pride?

Monster Beanie
fits newborn — 3 mos
Supplies:
Main Color: 100% cotton worsted weight yarn (I used Peaches & Creme in Avocado)
Size G crochet hook
Eyeball Color: 100% cotton worsted weight yarn (I used Bernat Handicrafter in White)
Iris Color: black embroidery floss
Size D crochet hook
Mouth-line Color: 100% cotton worsted weight yarn (I used Bernat Handicrafter in Country Red, but doubled up embroidery floss would also work)
Yarn needle

Beanie:
Use Main Color yarn and size G hook
R1: In magic loop, make 8 sc, sl st to first sc to close ring. Tighten loop. (8 st)
R2: ch 1, (2 sc in next st) 8 times, sl st to first sc to close round (16 st)
R3: ch 1, (2 sc in next st, sc) 8 times, sl st to first sc to close round (24 st)
R4: ch 1, (2 sc in next st, 2 sc) 8 times, sl st to first sc to close round (32 st)
R5-6: ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to first sc to close round (32 st)
R7: ch 1, (2 sc in next st, 3 sc) 8 times, sl st to first sc to close round (40 st)
R8-23: ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to first sc to close round (40 st)
Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Stubby Horns
make 2
Use Main Color yarn and size G hook
R1: In magic loop, make 5 sc, sl st to first sc to close ring. Tighten loop. (5 st)
R2-3: ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to first sc to close round (5 st)
Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Sew horns to hat approximately 2 inches down from the top-center of the hat (which was about R8). I spaced my horns 2.5 inches apart.

Eyeball
make 2
Use Eyeball Color yarn and size G hook
R1: In magic loop, make 6 sc, sl st to first sc to close ring. Tighten loop. (6 st)
R2: ch 1, (2 sc in next st) 6 times, sl st to first sc to close round (12 st)
Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Iris
make 2
Use black embroidery floss and size D hook
R1: In magic loop, make 8 dc, sl st to first dc to close ring. Tighten loop. (8 st)
Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Sew iris to eyeball. Using photo as guide, sew eyes to front of hat.

Using Mouth-line Color and the backstitch, add a mouth line. Quirky smiles are always cute!