Looking for a crochet project that blends style and practicality? This men’s beanie crochet pattern is the perfect choice for adding a touch of handmade charm to your wardrobe. Designed with bold color accents and a cozy fit, this step-by-step pattern uses simple stitches like double crochet, half double crochet, and reverse single crochet to create a professional-looking hat.
Crochet Men's Beanie
The beanie’s color combinations can be customized to match any style, making it a versatile gift or personal accessory for chilly weather. Whether you’re crafting for a loved one or yourself, this project brings warmth and creativity together in one stylish piece.
Materials
- Three colors of acrylic yarn
- 5.25 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker (yarn recommended)
Crochet Stitches Used
- Magic ring
- Double crochet (dc)
- Half double crochet (hdc)
- Single crochet (sc)
- Reverse single crochet
Magic Ring and First Round (Main Color)
- Start with a magic ring
- Chain one
- Work 12 double crochets into the magic ring
- Draw the ring tight
Increase Rounds (Main Color)
- Join each round to the first double crochet with a slip stitch, chain two
- Round 2: Do two double crochets in each stitch around for 24 double crochets
- Round 3: Do one double crochet in the first stitch, two double crochets in the next stitch; repeat around for 36 double crochets
- Round 4: Do one double crochet in each of the first two stitches, two double crochets in the next stitch; repeat around for 48 double crochets
- Round 5: Do one double crochet in each of the first three stitches, two double crochets in the next stitch; repeat around for 60 double crochets
Non-Increase Rounds (Main Color)
- Rounds 6 and 7: Work one double crochet in each stitch around, joining with a slip stitch and chaining two at the start of each round
Adding Accent Colors and Stitching Technique
- Join a new color by pulling it through the loop, tighten, and chain one
- Incorporate the yarn tails and previous color strands into the first stitch for a neat finish
- Round 8 (Accent Color 1): Work one half double crochet in each stitch around, join with a slip stitch
- Round 9 (Accent Color 2): Work one single crochet in each stitch around, join with a slip stitch
- Round 10 (Accent Color 1): Work one half double crochet in each stitch around, join with a slip stitch
- Round 11 (Main Color): Work one double crochet in each stitch around, join with a slip stitch
- Round 12 (Accent Color 1): Work one half double crochet in each stitch around, join with a slip stitch
- Round 13 (Accent Color 2): Work one single crochet in each stitch around, join with a slip stitch and finish off the color
- Round 14 (Accent Color 1): Work one half double crochet in each stitch around, join with a slip stitch and finish off the color
Main Color Rounds (Double Crochet & Single Crochet)
- Round 15: Work one double crochet in each stitch around, join with a slip stitch
- Round 16: Work one single crochet in each stitch around, place a stitch marker at the start of this round
- Rounds 17-20: Work single crochet in each stitch around without joining rounds to create a seamless look
Finishing Touches (Reverse Single Crochet)
- Join Accent Color 2 and work reverse single crochet stitches around, working backwards into each stitch
- Cut the yarn and pull it through the last stitch, secure with a small double knot
- Weave in all yarn ends in opposite directions for a flat finish
- Trim any excess yarn
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