Basic AF Beanie Free Knitting Pattern

In partnership with Asylum Fibers and her amazing chunky yarn, we bring you this free classic knit beanie pattern. Perfect to whip up on the go and great for gifts for the whole family. Beginners and experienced knitters alike love our Basic AF Knit Beanie. You can make the brim as wide or trim as you like. Add slouch if you like. Truly versatile and the most perfect basic beginner knit beanie.

Supply List:
Asylum Fibers Bulky –1 skeins, each Approx 108 yards
US 13 / 9mm 16”circular needle & set of double pointed needles
Large needle to weave ends
Stitch Marker

Finished hat:
Brim Circumference 16.5” –stretches to fit 21 –23” average adult head
Beanie Length 7.5” Approx / Slouchy Length 14” Approx

Stitches Used / Abbreviations:
co –cast on (using long tail cast on method)
k –knit
p -purl
k2tog –knit two together decrease
st -stitch

Gauge: 4 inch sq = 12 stitches x 12 rows

NOTES: Gauge is not a huge factor for this pattern so do not worry to much if you are struggling to meet gauge. In fact - this is a great pattern to use to work on improving gauge and consistency.

You will be able to add slouch by adding rows.

PATTERN
Color A:
CO 56; Place marker and join to work in the round, being careful not to twist sts.

Round 1: [k1,p1] to end

Rounds 2-9: repeat Round 1
*** or repeat until desired brim width

Rounds 10-20: knit

If adding a color change, change to Color B here:
Rounds 21-34: Knit
*** Or until you reach desired hat body length

Begin crown decrease:

Round 1: [k5,k2tog] around –48 sts remain

Round 2: [k4,k2tog] around –40 sts remain

Round 3: [k3,k2tog] around –32 sts remain

Round 4: [k2,k2tog] around –24 sts remain

Round 5: [k2tog] around -12 sts remain

Round 6: [k2tog] around -6 sts remain

Using needle, weave in tail through the remaining 6 stitches to close up hat peak. Weave in ends using cast on tail to attach button or tag.

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Layover Beanie Free Crochet Pattern

Meet the Layover Beanie! This free crochet pattern is perfect for beginners and anyone who is looking for a simple, rhythmic crochet project. Do you see the shine on the ball of yarn in the photo below? That’s the Tencel in the featured yarn, Vireo from Universal Yarn. It brings a subtle sheen to the Layover Beanie and we love it!

Perfect for in-between seasons like Autumn and Spring, Vireo lends itself to lightweight makes while still bringing the structure with a little wool content. The slouchy shape of the Layover Beanie brings casual style to any outfit. Ready to dive in to your next favorite crochet project?

Supply List:
Universal Yarn Vireo – 1 skein (206 yds)
US 8 / 5 mm crochet hook
Large needle to weave ends
Stitch Marker

Stitches Used / Abbreviations:
ch - Chain
sc  - Single Crochet
hdc – Half Double Crochet
dc - Double Crochet
st(s) – stitch(es)

NOTES:

Gauge:  4 inch sq =  18 stitches x 25 rows
You will be working continuous in the round – it is best to use a marker to know your start point

Finished hat:
Brim Circumference 16.5” – stretches to fit 21 – 23” average adult head
Beanie Length 7.5” Approx / Slouchy Length 14” Approx 

Yarn provided by Universal Yarn / Pattern for Stitch Up Chicago

Magic Loop: Start with a magic loop. If you do not know how to do a magic loop but want to learn, there are some great tutorials on youtube.

 ***Alternate: If you do not want to use a magic loop you can chain 3 and slip stitch together. Leave your excess yarn hanging as you can still pull tight when the hat is done and then weave in the excess yarn with your needle.

Either in your magic loop or your chain circle:

Round 1: ch 2 (acts as your first hdc), 9 hdc, sl st to top of ch 2, Total for Round 1 is 10 hdc 

Round 2:  ch 1 (does not act as a st), work [2 hdc] in each st, around sl st to first hdc / 20 sts

Round 3: ch 1 (does not act as a st),  *hdc, [2 hdc] in next st* , repeat * to * around,  sl st to first hdc /   30 sts

Round 4: ch 1 (does not act as a st),  *hdc, hdc, [2 hdc]* , repeat * to * around, sl st to first hdc / 40 sts

Round 5:  ch 1 (does not act as a st),  *hdc, hdc, hdc, [2 hdc] * , repeat * to *  around, sl st to first hdc / 50 sts

Round 6: ch 1 (does not act as a st),  *hdc, hdc, hdc, hdc, [2 hdc] * , repeat * to *  around,  sl st to first hdc / 60 sts

Round 7: : ch 1 (does not act as a st),  *hdc, hdc, hdc, hdc, hdc, [2 hdc] * , repeat * to * around / 70 sts

Place marker at last st of Round 7 because you will now be working in the round but need the start point

Rounds 8 – 18:  hdc in each st around / 70 sts per round

Move marker to last st of last round.

This is where you can add rounds for more slouch but be mindful of extra yarn

Rounds 19 - 22: ch 1 (does not act as a st),  sc all the way around – stitch loosely here – it is the brim, sl st to first sc
Fasten Off
Using needle, weave in ends