Point the Way Beanie Pattern

The Point the Way Beanie is a great crochet beanie for fall! It is easy to create with a simple one row repeat, and it has the perfect fit for those chilly days that aren’t quite cold enough for the thicker layers. If you are a beanie lover, you need to make your own Point the Way Beanie!

Fall always makes me think of beanies, but let’s be honest, it isn’t always cold enough for them! I love my thick, cozy beanies for those cold winter months, but this year has been way too warm for those thick layers. Instead, I grab my Point the Way Beanie for those chilly morning walks that I love.

When designing this beginner crochet beanie, I really wanted to create something that would work for my whole family. My little boy was the inspiration for this particular design since he really does not enjoy hats with a tight fit. Thus, my goal was to create a unisex crochet beanie pattern that was slouchy in fit, but easy enough for a beginner to crochet. Not to brag, but I think I nailed it on this one!

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Yarn for the Point the Way Beanie:

The yarn you use for this pattern will definitely impact the slouchiness of the beanie. I used Yarn Bee Soft Secret in Dusty Teal from Hobby Lobby, which is labeled as a worsted weight yarn. However, I found that it behaved similar to a DK weight or even a thick sport weight yarn when working with testers.

If you are struggling to meet gauge, you can check out my post here on some basics for how to help!

Point the Way Beanie

Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Beginner

Supplies:

• I/9 5.5mm Hook (or hook to meet gauge)
• 77, 95, 115, 137, 146, 170, 195, 224 yds Worsted or DK Weight Yarn (pictured is Yarn Bee Soft Secret in Dusty Teal)- check yarn notes
• Yarn Needle

Notes:

ch – Chain

blo – Back Loop Only

hbdc – Herringbone Double Crochet (stitch tutorial linked) 

sl st – Slip Stitch 

st – Stitch

-Written in US terms.

-Chains at the beginning of rows does not count as a st.

-Repeat the directions in the asterisks (*) across the row.

-Total st count for each row will be in the parentheses, and will be according to the sizes: (Newborn, 3-6 month, 6-12 month, Child Small, Child Medium, Adult Small, Adult Medium, Adult Large) 

Yarn Note:

The yarn you use is especially important for getting the correct gauge! I created this pattern using the Yarn Bee Soft Secret, which is a thin worsted weight. You may be able to use a DK weight or even thick sport weight yarn to make gauge. Also, you can go by measurements instead if that is easier for you!

Gauge:

15 sts by 10 rows creates a 4 inch square.

Ch. 21. Follow the directions below for 12 rows and measure the inside sts and rows for accurate measurement.

Crochet Beanie Size Chart:

Size	Head Circumference	Head Height	Beanie Circumference	Beanie Height (includes brim)
Newborn	13-14”	5.5-6”	12”	7”
3-6 month	14-16”	6-6.25”	13”	8”
6-12 month	16-18”	6.25-6.75”	14”	9”
Child Small	18-19”	7”	15”	10”
Child Medium	19-20”	7.5”	16”	10”
Adult Small	21-22”	8”	17”	11”
Adult Medium	22-23”	8.5”	18”	12”
Adult Large	23-24”	9”	19”	13”

Custom Sizing – Measure the circumference & height of your head. Make sure your row 1 is about 2” longer than the height of your head. Then follow the directions until the rectangle is about 2-3” shorter than your head circumference.

This beanie is more slouchy in build, so you may want to size down for a tighter fit.

Point the Way Crochet Beanie Tutorial:

Directions:

Ch (28, 32, 36, 40, 40, 43, 47, 50). 

1. Starting in the third ch from the hook, *hbdc* (26, 30, 34, 38, 38, 41, 45, 48). Ch 2 & turn.
2. *Hbdc in blo* (26, 30, 34, 38, 38, 41, 45, 48). Ch 2 & turn.
3. Repeat Row 2 for a total of (30, 32, 35, 37, 40, 42, 44, 47) rows, or until the length of the rectangle measures the correct circumference according to the sizing chart above. Ch 1 & turn. Do not fasten off! Move on to Seaming. (Photo A)

Seaming:

• Line up the two short sides (beginner and end) of the rectangle. (You will be seaming these two ends together to create a cylinder shape.) (Photo B)
• Sl st through both sides into each st across. Fasten off with a long tail (18 inches) for closing top of beanie. (Photo C)
• Using a yarn needle and the long tail of yarn, sew in the ends of the rows around the circle.
• Pull tight to close. Knot several times to secure in place. Then weave in your ends. (Photo D)
• Flip hat right side out, fold up the brim to desired height, and you are done! (Photo E)

Thank you!

If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know via the comments, or you can DM me via Instagram!

I would love to see your work! Share your Point the Way Beanie with the #pointthewaybeanie or #godsgiftofcreativity! Don’t forget to tag me so I can share your beautiful work!

Disclaimer

Please remember that this pattern is my own intellectual property and cannot be shared as your own work. Distribution, translation, publication, and resale of these instructions and/or images are prohibited. Please respect my rights as a designer. You may use this pattern to create your own works, which you may use for yourself or sell, as long as you credit me as the original designer.

Thank you!