Learn how to crochet a fast, warm, beginner-friendly chunky beanie using simple double crochet stitches and #5 bulky yarn. This top-down crochet hat works up quickly, uses about 100 yards of yarn, and includes a FREE printable PDF pattern with clickable video support links for every round.
🧶 FREE PDF Pattern: Link in pinned comment
🧶 Instructional cards match the timestamps below
🧶 Includes tips for larger and smaller sizes
Supplies Used in the Tutorial:
• Lion Brand Mandala Impressions Yarn (Rainbow & Nightfall)
• Clover Amour Hooks: 6.5 mm (K), 6.0 mm (J), 5.5 mm (I)
• Stitch Marker
• Yarn Needle
• Scissors
• Measuring Tape
Timestamps
0:00 Examples of Hats & Supplies
3:07 Set Up (Magic Circle)
4:13 Crown Round 1
4:59 Crown Round 2
7:59 Crown Round 3
9:37 Crown Round 4
10:41 Crown Round 5
12:26 Crown Round 6
15:01 Crown Measurements
15:53 Directions for Smaller Beanie
15:55 Directions for Larger Beanie
17:58 Hat Body Rounds 7 & 8
19:59 Hat Body Rounds 9–11
22:13 Bottom Edge Round 12
23:12 Bottom Edge Round 13
24:55 Weaving Invisible & Secure Tails
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