I was so excited when I discovered that by turning the leaping blocks and stripes stitch pattern on it’s side, that I would create an almost woven look for the Heights Beanie! It’s so much fun to alter stitches just a little bit to get a whole new look.
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The Heights Beanie is crocheted using a size 5 bulky weight yarn and a N or P (10.00 mm) crochet hook, which makes this project work up quickly. The only stitches you need to know are the single crochet and double crochet.
So the thing about the leaping blocks and stripes stitch is that you will be working your double crochets over top of chains from the previous row and then working into the stitches two rows below. That is what gives the stitch the staggered or woven look.
It can feel awkward at first, but once you get the hang of it, it becomes super easy. I would say that this pattern is probably an Easy/Intermediate level crochet pattern because of my previous statement.
This hat is a one size fits most women’s beanie. The panel starts out at a width of 19.5 inches and can be stretched if you have a larger head circumference or a lot of hair.
You can create different sizes of this Heights Beanie by modifying the foundation chain for the height or the number of rows for the circumference. Each row is equal to half an inch.
The pom pom is completely optional, but I thought that this Heights Beanie would look super sweet with one. I purchased this pom from Maria’s Blue Crayon on Etsy at a very reasonable price. This is the second pom pom I’ve purchased from her and they have both been excellent quality and she has very fast shipping.
Be sure to check out her crochet patterns and pom poms. You won’t be disappointed. I’m not an affiliate for her shop. I just really like her stuff. 😀
A matching scarf pattern called the Heights Cowl is now available at the link. Why not make it a complete set? They’d make great gifts too!
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Heights Beanie
Materials Used:
- 1 skein Yarn Bee Dream Spun in Sonoma – 3.5 oz/100 g – 76 yds/70 m
- Or any size 5 bulky weight yarn
- N or P (10.00 mm) crochet hook – My favorite hooks that I use daily!
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
- Optional: Pom Pom
Panel Size (before sewing):
19.5” Length x 8 ¾” Height
Finished Size Approximately:
19.5” – 22”+ Circumference (it’s stretchy) x 8 ¾” Height
Gauge:
9 double crochet stitches and 4 rows in a 4” (10cm) square.
Abbreviations:
FC – foundation chain (starting chain)
st(s) – stitch(es)
ch(s) – chain(s)
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
Notes:
- This hat is a rectangular panel that is seamed along the shorter ends and then cinched together at the top using a tapestry needle and yarn. Adding a pom pom is optional. There are finishing tutorial photos at the end of the pattern.
- This is a woman’s size hat. The panel is 19 ½” wide before sewing, but stretches to fit my 22” circumference head. So this is one size fits most. You can adjust the size if desired by adding or removing rows. One row = ½”. If making child sizes, you may wish to shorten your FC as well according to the distance from the eyebrows to the crown of the head.
- If you’d like to use the stitch pattern for any other project or to adjust the size of this project, use a foundation chain (starting chain) with a multiple of 4 chains plus 2.
- The Final Row has two options based on what row repeat you finish on. Count your rows before you work your Final Row so you know which one to use.
*** American crochet terms used throughout.
Instructions:
FC: Ch 22
Row 1: In 4th ch from hook, dc. Dc in next ch. *Ch 2, skip 2 chs, dc in next 2 chs* Repeat from * to * across until 1 ch remains. Dc in last ch. Turn.
Row 2: Ch 4 (counts as hdc + ch 2), skip next 2 sts. *Crocheting into the open FC below (the stitches will cover the 2 chs from the previous row), dc in the next 2 FC’s. Ch 2, skip next 2 sts.* Repeat from * to * across. Hdc in the top of the ch 3 from the previous row. Turn.
Row 3: Ch 2 (counts as hdc). Crocheting into the open sts from 2 rows below (the stitches will cover the 2 chs from the previous row), dc in those next 2 sts. *Ch 2, skip next 2 sts, dc in next 2 sts from 2 rows below* Repeat from * to * across. Hdc in 2nd ch of ch 4 turning ch from previous row. Turn.
Row 4: Ch 4 (counts as hdc + ch 2), skip 1st st and next 2 sts. *Crocheting into the open sts from 2 rows below, dc in those next 2 sts. Ch 2, skip next 2 sts.* Repeat from * to * across. Hdc in the ch 2 turning ch from previous row. Turn.
Continue to alternate Row 3 and Row 4 for pattern for 37 rows.
Final Row (to close the gaps)
Row 38: Ch 1, sc in the same st the ch 1 comes out of, hdc in the next 2 unworked sts from 2 rows below, *sc in next 2 sts, hdc in the next 2 unworked sts from 2 rows below* Repeat from * to * across. Sc in 2nd ch of ch 4 turning ch from previous row.
Finish off leaving a 12” – 14” tail for sewing. Weave in ends.
Optional Info: If you use this pattern and end on a Row 4 repeat, use the Final Row instructions shown above. If you modify the pattern and end on a Row 3 repeat, use the following instructions for the Final Row.
Final Row (Option 2)
Ch 1, sc in next 3 sts, *hdc in the next 2 unworked sts from 2 rows below, sc in next 2 sts* Repeat from * to * across. Sc in top of ch 2 turning from previous row.
Finishing
Step 1: Lay panel out flat horizontally.
Step 2: Bring the two shorter ends together as shown in Photo 1. Using a tapestry needle and the long tail left from finishing off, stitch the two ends together. You can use whichever seaming method you prefer. I used the mattress stitch. Now you will have a tube shape as shown in Photos 3 and 4.
Step 3: Working around the upper edge of the tube, begin to weave your yarn in and out around the perimeter as shown in Photos 5 and 6. Leave about an inch gap between your stitches as shown in Photo 6.
Once you’ve returned to the side seam where you started, pull yarn tight to cinch the top of the beanie as shown in Photos 7 and 8.
Step 4: Closing the hole. Begin to stitch the opening closed, making 2 or 3 passes through both sides. Be sure to hold the strand tightly as shown by my left hand to keep the hole from opening wider. Tie a tight knot to finish and trim any long ends or weave them in.
Flip hat right side out. Add a pom pom if desired.
Note: In Photo 12, I had already flipped the hat right side out and was tying on the inside. That is why the photo looks that way.
I hope you’ve enjoyed the Heights Beanie crochet pattern! If you make one, you can tag me @highlandhickorydesigns in your social media. I’d love to see your work!
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