Crochet Retro Beanie

Revamp your style with a vintage-inspired knitted hat. This throwback accessory adds a touch of nostalgia to any outfit, perfect for those looking to make a fashion statement. The crochet retro beanie features a classic design that never goes out of style, making it a versatile piece that can be worn with a variety of looks. Whether you're heading to a music festival or just running errands around town, this beanie is sure to turn heads and keep you cozy at the same time. 

GAUGE:

• 10 sts x 9 rounds = 4 inches (see pattern notes on how to crochet gauge in the round)

FINISHED MEASUREMENT:

• Approximately10” (height) x 19” (diameter – unstretched)

ABBREVIATIONS:

• ch(s): Chain(s)
• flo: Front Loop Only
• fsc: Foundation Single Crochet
• pm: Place Marker
• rep: Repeat
• slst(s): Slip Stitch(es)
• st(s): Stitch(es)

SPECIAL STITCHES:

• HSlst: Half Double Crochet Slip Stitch – Yarn over, insert hook into the next st, yarn over, and pull through the stitch and the 2 loops on the hook.
• HSlst2Tog: Half Double Crochet Slip Stitch 2 Together – Yarn over, insert hook into the next st, pull up a loop, yarn over, insert hook into next st, pull up a loop, and pull through the stitch and the 4 loops on the hook.

MATERIALS:

• Amour Crochet Hook D (3.25mm)
• Patchwork Scissors
• Quick Locking Stitch Markers (Large)
• Jumbo Darning Needle Set
• Multiple colors of bulky weighted yarn!

NOTES:

• This pattern is worked from the bottom up, in continuous rounds (spiral).
• I recommend using a stitch marker to mark the 1^st stitch of each round. Remember to move stitch markers as you progress.
• The asterisk * indicates pattern repeats. You will need to repeat all the instructions from the asterisks.
• This pattern can be easily modified to your preferred size. I suggest that when modifying the size of your beanie, increase or decrease your foundation sts by 4. This is just so your decreases (crown of the beanie) will have even numbers of sts. If you want your beanie to be more fitted or slouchier, add/subtract a few rounds to the body of the beanie before continuing with the decreases or shaping of the crown.

PATTERN:

FOUNDATION ROUND:

• FSC 48 (approximately 19 inches.) Slst into 1^stst to form a loop. PM in the 1^st st. 48 sts

BODY OF THE HAT:

• Round 1: Ch 1, HSlst – FLO in every st around. DO NOT ch 1. 48 sts
• Rounds 2 – 18: HSlst – FLO in every st around. 48 sts

CROWN OF THE HAT(decreases):

Round 19: *HSlst2Tog – FLO in the next 2 sts; Rep from * around. 24 sts

Round 20: HSlst – FLO in every st around. 24 sts

Round 21: *HSlst2Tog – FLO in the next 2 sts; Rep from * around. 12 sts

Round 22: HSlst – FLO in every st around.12 sts

FINISHING:

• Fasten off leaving a long tail (approximately 12 inches) for closing the top of the beanie. With the long tail yarn and tapestry needle, thread through the sts around to close the top. Fasten off and weave in all ends.