Simple Crochet Beanie Pattern Using Slip Stitch And HDC

Create your own Simple Crochet Beanie in no time with this beginner-friendly pattern. The easy crochet beanie design works up fast and offers a classic look you’ll love for cold weather days or thoughtful handmade gifts for family and friends.

Simple Crochet Beanie

Designed with a comfortable fit, the pattern follows a men’s size guide but can be easily adjusted for any head size. Whether you’re making it as a thoughtful handmade gift or as a cozy accessory for yourself, this pattern offers versatility, warmth, and a modern look that works for everyone.

Materials

Yarn: Thick yarn, size 5
Hook: 8 mm crochet hook
Notes: Finished hat weighs about 126g

The Elastic Band

Make a slip knot and chain 12 stitches
Skip the first chain and work slip stitch into the back loop only of each chain across 11 stitches
Chain 1 and turn, continue slip stitching into back loop only for 11 stitches each row
Repeat until elastic band measures the desired size, 52 rows for men’s size
Join first and last rows with slip stitch to form a circle

The Hat Body

Chain 1 and begin working into the side of the elastic rows
Make 1 half double crochet in the first space, slip stitch in the next
Repeat alternating half double crochet and slip stitch around
Join with slip stitch at the end of the round
For round 2 chain 1, turn work, make 1 half double crochet into previous slip stitch, then 1 slip stitch into previous half double crochet
Repeat alternating stitches around and join with slip stitch
Continue this pattern until hat reaches about 18 to 19 cm in length

Closing the Crown

Chain 1 and begin decreases by skipping 1 stitch, slip stitching in the next, skipping 1 stitch, and half double crocheting in the next
Repeat this decrease pattern around and join with slip stitch
Work two more decrease rounds in the same way until the top nearly closes

Final Closure

Cut yarn leaving a long tail and fasten off
Thread yarn onto tapestry needle and weave through remaining stitches around the crown
Pull tail to cinch the top tightly closed
Sew any remaining gaps securely to finish the hat