Crochet Easy Chunky Hat

When it comes to crafting a Crochet Easy Chunky Hat, the possibilities are endless and the outcome is always cozy and stylish! This delightful project is perfect for both beginners and seasoned crocheters looking for a quick and rewarding creation. Using chunky yarn and a simple stitch pattern, you can whip up a lovely hat in no time. From choosing your favorite colors to adding fun embellishments, this project allows for personalization and creativity to shine. Whether you're making one for yourself or as a thoughtful gift, the Crochet Easy Chunky Hat is sure to bring warmth and joy to anyone lucky enough to wear it. Get your hooks ready and embark on a cozy crafting adventure!

Size:Average Adult Woman's Head

Gauge: 4 HDC x 3 rows = 2"

Materials:

--1 skein Bernat Softee Chunky Yarn (or your fav #6 super bulky yarn); doesn't not use whole skein

--10-20 yds of #4 worsted weight yarn in white (or your color of choice)

--10.0mm hook

--tapestry needle for weaving

U.S. Stitch Abbreviations:

Ch: chain

Sl st: slip stitch

St: stitch(es)

SC: single crochet

HDC: half double crochet

Rep: repeat

BLO: back loops only

MR: magic ring

FO: fasten off

Special Note:

1. If you work in the round, then use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning/ending of rounds and move the stitch marker up as you start each new round;

2. If joining each round, then slip stitch to first stitch and Ch1 at the end of each round.

3. If you want to make for a child, preteen/teen, then after completing step #3, start measure the diameter and multiply it by 3.14 to determine the circumference; once you have the diameter you need, then stop increasing rounds and move on to just completing rounds with 1 HDC per stitch.

4. Measure length to as you go to get the right length you desire for a smaller-sized version.

Age Circumference Length

Toddler 18" 7"

3-10 yrs 19" 8"

Preteen/Teen 20" 8 1/2"

Directions:

1. 10 HDC st into MR. (10)

2. 2 HDC in each st around. (20)

3. 2 HDC in first st, 1 HDC in next st. Rep around. (30)

4. 2 HDC in first st, 1 HDC in next 2 st. Rep around. (40)

5. 2 HDC in first st, 1 HDC in next 3 st. Rep around. (50)

6. 1 HDC in each st around. (50)

7-12. Rep #6. At the end of Round 12, FO gray yarn and join white. (50)

13. With white yarn, held double-stranded, working in BLO, 1 SC in each st around. FO white yarn and re-join gray yarn. (50)

14. Join gray yarn in any st and SC around. (50)

15. 1 SC in each st around. FO and weave ends. (50

Pompom:

I held gray and white yarn together and wrapped 20 times around my 4 fingers. Tied double knot in center, clipped and trimmed ends and attached to center top of hat.