I think that when it comes to defining a design for a beanie, especially for masculine society, I try to explore the acceptance of the uniqueness to a greater length. It is challenging to convince a male customer to really like the experimented pattern, especially as clothing wear or accessories.

Here’s what I am trying to present a new look for male wardrobe. Well, the design is crafted in such a way that both – male and female; can wear it but I am pronouncing this design as an Adult Male Beanie. 

The knotted texture and the subtle taupe denim shade make it acceptable in the masculine fashion space. Hope that the men out there look out there appreciate this wearable product.

Process:

Th process of creating this pattern is very simple. Using Bottom- top approach, I am defining the brim first to give a different edge and continued to the top in rounds. The entire beanie is made using Half-Herringbone Double Crochet stitch (HHDC ). If the written instructions are confusing then check out the Moogly – Half Herringbone Double Crochet video. 

Pattern:-

Body:

Starting with the brim, chain 72; join at the beginning chain with a Slip Stitch (SL ST). Total 72.

Note: You can increase or decrease the count to get the head size. 72 count is ideal for medium head size for men and medium to large head size for women.

R1: Ch 1, SL ST on every chain; join at the beginning chain with a Slip Stitch (SL ST). Total 72.

Note: Make sure the stitches should be in line with the chain and avoid any twists.

R2: Turn, Ch 2, HHDC on back loop; join at the beginning chain with a Slip Stitch (SL ST). Total 72.

Note: We are turning this scenario to bring out the HHDC design in front and in line with the SL ST brim.

R3: Ch 2, HHDC around on each HHDC; join at the beginning chain with a Slip Stitch (SL ST). Total 72.

R4- above: Repeat R3 for 8″.

Note: here either you can repeat R3 for 9″-10″ completely to get the slouchy effect, or you can stop at 8″ and continue decreasing to form the tighter slouchy at the base.

Base:

R1: Decrease the row count. Ch 2, HHDC for 8 HHDC, HHDC2tog¹ for 9th and 10th HHDC; repeat – till the end; join at the beginning chain with a Slip Stitch (SL ST).

R2-R4: Repeat R1.

Note: The idea is to shorten the base count to make a slope. The sequence does not matter. Make sure every 9th and 10th stitch is stitched together.

The size reaches around 9″-10″. Cut the yarn leaving out the long strand to sew the end.

Caution Section:-

1. To create the slouch, increase the height of the beanie to more than 10″ but do not exceed 13″-14″.
2. Either you can repeat R3 for 9″-10″ completely to get the slouchy effect, or you can stop at 8″ and continue decreasing to form the tighter slouchy at the base.
3. The thickness and elasticity of the yarn vary the diameter of the base.
4. The crochet hook recommended vs the crochet hook used defines the design.
5. You can increase or decrease the count to get the head size. 72 count is ideal for medium head size for men and medium to large head size for women.
6. Concentrate on the base diameter of the beanie and increase or decrease the rows. Generally, for any adult beanie 60-84, DC is suitable.
7. Make sure the stitches should be in line with the chain and avoid any twists when starting at the beginning.
8. Keep measuring the circumference and the height to avoid frogging or rework.

¹HHDC2tog – Half Herringbone Double Crochet 2 together

• [Yarn over and insert the hook in the next stitch. Yarn over and pull through the chain and the first loop on the hook (like forming SL ST). 2 loops remaining on the hook.
• yarn over and insert the hook in the next stitch. yarn over and pull through the chain and the first loop on the hook (like above). 3 loops remaining on the hook.
• yarn over and pull through all the 3 loops.]

Product Specifications:

Defining Dimensions:-

• Height: 10″
• Circumference: 23″

The sizes could be altered based on the count of the stitches for the rows.

[Note: The height of the hat is measured from the closed tip to the bottom when the hat is laid flat. ]

Optional Alterations:-

• You can increase the base diameter to give a more slouchy feel. Also, increase the height of the beanie.
• This is a Unisex beanie. So in case you are using it as a female beanie, you can add pom-pom matching the colour with the edging or the base colour. There are different ways to create pom-pom.
• You can attach flowers, beads or a bow made of crochet, plastic, suede leather etc to give cuteness to the hat.
• You can put fur edging to give a different touch.
• For men, keep it simple. The colour selection should catch the eye.

Remember: Do not over accessorize it. This hides the beauty of the pattern itself. Believe in elegant simplicity!!

In case, you have stuck anywhere or have any queries, kindly contact me.

Knobbly Textured Adult Beanie

Style Aisle:

• Select the yarn colour matching with your winter wear. Try out the Hat-Scarf combo, Hat-Gloves combo of the same pattern.
• Choose the contrast colours matching with your jacket. 
• As the colour and style is uni-sex, this beanie will pop with Black leather or Dark-Blue jackets or trench coats.
• Choose the wool colour based on the palette in the wardrobe. Experiment and enjoy the beautiful colours.

Materials:

1. Yarn: JoAnn Big Twist Collection – Soft Gray – 1 ball
2. Crochet Hook: 5.5 mm
3. Needle
4. Scissors
5. Measuring Tape
6. Stitch Markers: My stitch markers are the mini safety pins we get from clothing tags. 

• Note: you can play around with different branded yarns as far as they give the synchronous flow of the pattern using a constant crochet hook.
• You can either go for the yarns with the same recommended crochet hook OR decide the yarn and change the crochet hooks along with the tightness on the crochet stitches as you proceed with the pattern.
• You can change the pattern to get the continuous flow.

Happy Crocheting!!!

APPENDIX

Care Instructions:

Quality Promise: If washed with care, then the elegant stitch guarantees perfection up to multiple washes. The wool quality might stretch upon multiple uses.

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