Brimless Beanie Free Crochet Pattern
Beanies are one of my favorites things to crochet, but lets be honest, most people do not like making the brim part. I think I am in the minority when I say that I love the brim part just as much as the hat portion of a beanie. BUT…when I came across a brimless beanie on Pinterest, I knew that I had to make one. I am always designing beanies that are more girly, so I decided I would whip up a brimless one that would be unisex.
This brimless beanie is made from the top down and makes sizing a little bit easier. This pattern is an easy make and so versatile. The pattern is written as small men’s size, but I will go in to details on how to adjust the pattern to make any size you need.
For this pattern, you will need to know how to work an extended single crochet stitch. You can find my video tutorial here. You will also need to know how to herringbone half double crochet. You can find my video tutorial for this stitch here.
MATERIALS:
132yds/122m worsted weight yarn (ALC Yarns, Caron Simply Soft, Lion Brand Heartland, I Love This Yarn)
I9/5.5mm crochet hook
Measuring tape or acrylic ruler
Scissors
Tapestry Needle
Stitch marker or safety pin
Notes:
Use stitch markers to mark the 1st stitch in each round; Count your stitches! Pay special attention on Round 9 – after this round you will no longer increase the amount of stitches you have in each round.
PATTERN:
Start by making a magic circle (MC).
(Increase Rounds)
Round 1: Place 8 HDC in MC, SLST to 1st HDC, CH 1. (8)
Round 2: 2 HDC in same ST as CH 1, 2 HDC in each ST in round, SLST to 1st HDC, CH 1 (16)
Round 3: 2 HDC in same ST as CH 1, HDC in next ST, *2 HDC in next ST, HDC in next ST, repeat from * to finish round. SLST to 1st HDC, CH 1. (24)
Round 4: 2 HDC in same ST as CH 1, HDC in next 2 STS, *2 HDC in next ST, HDC in next 2 STS, repeat from * to finish round, SLST to 1st HDC, CH 1. (32)
Round 5: 2 HDC in same ST as CH 1, HDC in next 3 STS, *2 HDC in next ST, HDC in next 3 STS, repeat from * to finish round, SLST to 1st HDC, CH 1 (40)
Round 6: 2 HDC in same ST as CH 1, HDC in next 4 STS, *2 HDC in next ST, HDC in next 4 STS, repeat from * to finish round, SLST to 1st HDC, CH 1 (48)
Round 7: 2 HDC in same ST as CH 1, HDC in next 5 STS, *2 HDC in next ST, HDC in next 5 STS, repeat from * to finish round, SLST to 1st HDC, CH 1 (56)
Round 8: 2 HDC in same ST as CH 1, HDC in next 6 STS, *2 HDC in next ST, HDC in next 6 STS, repeat from * to finish round, SLST to 1st HDC, CH 1 (64)
Round 9: 2 HDC in same ST as CH 1, HDC in next 31 STS, 2 HDC in next ST, HDC in next 31 STS, SLST to 1st HDC, CH 1. (66) **
**at this point the crown diameter of your beanie should measure about 7 inches
(Repeat Rounds)
Round 10: HHDC in same ST as CH 1, HHDC in each remaining ST, SLST to 1st HHDC, CH 1. (66)
Round 11: ESC in same ST as CH 1, ESC in each remaining ST, SLST to 1st ESC, CH 1 (66)
Round 12: Repeat Round 11
Round 13: Repeat Round 11
Keep repeating Rounds 10, 11, 12, & 13 (in that order) until your beanie reaches 9 inches or really close to it. My last round was Round 26 and it was a HHDC Round. Then I worked one more round.
Round 27: SCBLO* in same ST as CH 1, SCBLO in each remaining ST, SLST to 1st SC. *SC in back loop is optional. You could just work SC or choose to end your beanie at the HHDC round. I like the look that a round of SC gives the beanie so that is why I work mine this way.
Fasten off. Leave a long tail for weaving in ends.
Use my “Easy Guide to Sizing Crochet Hats” to adjust the pattern to make any size that you want.
I made a beanie for a 4 to 5 year old and I used the chart to get the correct size. Here is how it works. Find the size you are needing on the chart and because this is a top down beanie you will look at the “Crown Diameter” section.
For the 4 to 5 year old size, the crown diameter needs to be 6 to 6.25 inches. You will work the increase rounds until the crown diameter reaches 6 to 6.25 inches. For this size, it took me 8 rounds to get a 6 inch crown diameter.
Once you reach the crown diameter that you need, refer to the chart again and find the “Hat Height” section. For the 4 to 5 year old size, the hat height needs to be 7.5 inches. Now, you will work the “Repeat Rounds” of the pattern until your hat reaches 7.5 inches.
At Round 23, my beanie was just under 7.5 inches, so Round 24 was my Single Crochet round and that made my beanie 7.5 inches
Here is the video tutorial on my YouTube channel for this brimless beanie crochet pattern. In the video, I am making a 2-3 month old size.
If you would like to purchase an ad-free, PDF you can find the pattern here.
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Happy Crocheting!!
26 Comments
Dennise
I am so excited to make some of these for Christmas! I love how beautiful and simple it can be or with an eye catching yarn it can really pop! AND it’s a FREE pattern!? Amazing! Thank you!
Robin Phillips-Knotts
Look forward to trying this. Looks so versatile and I love the texture. Ty for the pattern!
Rikina
Love this! And it works up so quickly with these stitches! Thank you for a great pattern as usual!
Kathleen Woods
I love the brimless beanie pattern. It is the best one I have found. And the size chart is super helpful. Thanks
Desiree
Such great texture!!
Risa
I will need to make some of these lovely hats or ear warmers for my grandkids
Thank you for posting all l of these patterns for us.
Heather Passmore
I made this as a Christmas gift. So fun and easy once you have the pattern down. It makes for a great elegant yet simple look.
Kelly Taylor
Love this simple beanie! Works up quickly 😊
Dina Kidd
Thank you for posting the size chart. It’s very helpful. I do love the colour you put int your projects as well.
Connie Samohovetz
I was so happy to see this. The brim of a hat is my least favorite part. Thanks for the pattern!!
Nicky
I am very picky about what hat brims I will do! Glad you like the pattern!
Dee
Love it! Thank you
Janna
Love the texture in this beanie 🥰
Diane Scotford
Love the beanie it’s so simple but really stands out, i especially like the multi coloured one, I definitely need to make several of them. X
Tracy
This would make for a great men’s hat! Can’t wait to try it out!
Terijr
OMGosh!!! I just love this hat! I have so many guys in my “crochet for” list. There’s nothing like a great hat that works for them. You have no idea how you’d Designs add to my crochet bliss. ♥️♥️♥️
Nicky
Oh Yay!! I am so glad to hear it! 🙂
Andrea Jones
Followed your video tutorial to make an adult size and I’m really pleased with the results. Going to try using your size guide now to downsize for my granddaughter. Thank you so much.
Margarita
I really appreciate you chart for sizing hat!!!
It is a tremendous help aide. Thank you.
Timaree
I really love this. I am always looking for a new take on the beanie and have especially been looking for a nice simple, potentially-masculine one. This is great!
Naomi
I love how simple this pattern is! Thank you for sharing!
Michelle Teresa Lopez
This is so cute! Your video tutorian makes it so easy!
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Rebecca Mahon
Love this pattern, I can’t wait to make a few. I especially love the variegatted one, may I ask what brand/colorway it is? thanks so much. 🙂
Nicky
Thank you! It’s I Love This Yarn in the color Jazz Stripes. One of my favs.