Crochet Spiral Hat

I followed this tutorial on YouTube to start and made it the way I want. If you are a visual, you should out the video tutorial and follow her. I will provide the pattern I used to alter my hats.

I like big hooks. I think mostly because anything smaller takes too long to make! Maybe that's why I never really got into amigurumi. lol

Anyway, the pattern I followed uses a 3.5mm hook. I used a 6mm hook. See? :) 

      

Yarn: Lion Brand Vanna's Choice in Mustard and Taupe

6mm hook

Scissors

Yarn Needle

Stitches:

ch - chain

sl st - slip stitch

sc - single crochet

dc - double crochet

fpdc - front post double crochet

This hat is made in rounds. The hat measures 8.5" from top to bottom and 19.5" circumferences (my head is small)

Starting with the magic circle, ch 3 (ch 3 does not count as a dc here and throughout pattern)

Round 1: 15 dc into magic ring, sl st to the top of the first dc

Round 2: ch 3, fpdc into each of the 15 dc, sl to the top of the first fpdc

Round 3: ch 3, *fpdc into the next post (previous fpdc), dc into the space between the post and the next fpdc, Repeat from * all the way around, sl st to top of fpdc

Round 4-5: ch 3, *fpdc into the next post, 2 dc into the space between the post and the next dc, 

Repeat from * all the way around, sl st to top of fpdc 

Note: for the child size hat, I continued these rounds until desired size hat. I did not move forward with the 3 dc in the next round.

Round 6-16: ch 3, *fpdc into the next post, *3 dc into the space between the post and the next dc, 

Repeat from * all the way around, sl st to top of fpdc

Do less rounds if you need it shorter and more if you need it longer. The sc I made is about 1.25 inches

BRIM: Ch 1, add stitch marker, single crochet all the way around in a continuous round until you get desired width of brim. Mine was 1.25 inches. slip st in the end, tie off and weave in all ends.

I got tired of my last watermark already... Trying out a new one!

Crochet Anna Slouchy Beanie

This hat is named after Anna who won this hat in an Instagram giveaway. :)

I was yarn shopping (too often, I think!) and saw this colorful yarn by Red Heart in the color Monet. I'm not a fan of multicolored yarn but I thought "what the heck"

Since Spring is officially in 4 days, something spring and light would be good for this yarn. I didn't have a pattern in mind so I just made one up.

Yarn: Red Heart Monet
Hook: 5.5mm for brim and 6.00mm for hat
Scissors
Tape Measure
Yarn Needle

ch - chain
sc - single crochet
hdc - half double crochet
dc - double crochet
sl st - slip stitch

BRIM:

Starting with the 5.5mm hook

ch 13 (ch less for thinner brim. Ch more for wider brim)
Row 1: 1 hdc into the 2nd 3rd ch from the hook & 1 hdc into the remaining stitches, ch 2
Row 2: hdc into the back loop ONLY all the way across, ch 2
Row 3... Repeat row 2 until desired length. Mine was about 17.5 inches long (for child size)
Join the ends by slip stitching through both ends (or cut yarn and sew together with yarn needle)

Turn inside out so seam is less visible

HAT:

Switch to the 6mm hook (optional)

Round 1: Ch 1, sc all the way around. It's hard to see where to put the hook through. Make sure you end up with even number of stitches. sl st to the beginning of the ch 1.

Round 2: Ch 3 (this counts as a double crochet), 1 dc into the same stitch, *skip a stitch, and 2 dc into the next stitch. Repeat from * all the way around. sl st into the top of the beginning chain 3

The hook is inserted in the space below where you'll put the dc after chaining 3

The hook is inserted into the space where you'll do your next 2 dc

Round 3: Ch 3, 1 dc into the same space below (not stitch). This space is the space between the 2 sets of dc where the skipped stitch is. *2 dc into the next space where the skipped stitch is from previous round. Repeat from * all the way around. sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3

Round 4-13: Repeat rounds 3 until desired height. Mine was about 10" tall.

Cut yarn and weave into each stitch all the way around and cinch it up. Tie knots and weave in ends.

Another version of the same hat in adult size. The hat was 11'' tall when I stopped and the brim is about 22"

Crochet Cluster Beanie with Ear flaps and Pom Pom

I just made a Crochet Cluster Beanie which turned out too small so I made another following the same pattern but making it bigger (more increases). This time I didn't add the brim portion of it and I added ear flaps instead. My baby sister (who is 16 years younger) wanted a crochet hat with ear flaps and pom poms. 

The hat measures 22" around and 7.5" from top to bottom (not including flaps)

I was pretty happy with how it turned out but I would make it differently next time. This was just a practice pattern. Hopefully I nail it the next time. Sorry about the crappy first videos I made. 

Yarn: Red Heart in the color Claret
Hook: 5.5mm (Size I)
Scissors
Yarn needle
Measuring tape

CH - Chain
Sl St - Slip Stitch
Cl St - Cluster stitch - 

Cluster stitch (Click on cc to see caption):
Yarn over, insert hook in next stitch and pull through 
Yarn over and pull through 1 loop 
Yarn over and pull through 2 loops on hook, 
Yarn over, insert the hook in the same stitch
Yarn over and pull through 1 loop
Yarn over and pull through 2 loops on the hook

Yarn over and pull through all 3 loops on hook

Decrease Cluster Stitch (Click on cc to see caption):

Yarn over, insert hook in next stitch and pull through 

Yarn over and pull through 1 loop 

Yarn over and pull through 2 loops on hook, 

Yarn over, insert the hook in the same stitch

Yarn over and pull through 1 loop

Yarn over and pull through 2 loops on the hook

Yarn over, insert hook in next stitch and pull through 

Yarn over and pull through 1 loop 

Yarn over and pull through 2 loops on hook, 

Yarn over, insert the hook in the same stitch

Yarn over and pull through 1 loop

Yarn over and pull through 2 loops on the hook

Yarn over and pull through all 5 loops on hook

Note: CH 3 in beginning of round does not count as anything.

HAT:

Round 1: Start with a Magic Circle, CH 3, 10 Cl ST in magic circle, Sl ST in top of first CL St 

Round 2: CH 3, 2 Cl St in each stitch around. Sl St to top of Cl St. 

Round 3: CH 3, *2 Cl St in same stitch, 1 Cl St in next stitch. Repeat from * all the way around. Sl St to top of Cl St.

Round 4: CH 3, *2 Cl St in same stitch, 1 Cl St in next 2 Stitches. Repeat from * all the way around. Sl St to top of Cl St. 

Round 5: CH 3, *2 Cl St in same stitch, 1 Cl St in next 3 Stitches. Repeat from * all the way around. Sl St to top of Cl St.

Round 6-9: CH 3, 1 Cl st in each stitch all the way around. sl st to top of  Cl st

Cut Yarn

EAR FLAPS:

Fold Hat in half with back (seam) facing you. Place stitch markers on each of the corner sides. Count 4 stitches back towards the Seam, place a stitch marker. Count 3 stitches to the front (from sides) and place a stitch marker. There will be a total of 8 stitches used for the earflaps. 

Starting with the stitch marker closest to the seam, ch 3 

Cl St in the same stitch and the next 7 stitches, ch 3 and turn

Work a decrease cl st in the first 2 stitches, 1 cl st in the next 4 stitches, work a decrease cl st in the last 2 stitches, ch 3 and turn

Work a decrease cl st in the first 2 stitches, 1 cl st in the next 2 stitches, work a decrease cl st in the last 2 stitches, ch 3 and turn

Work 2 decrease cl st

Repeat on the other side of the hat

2 single crochets all around hat to finish off. weave in any ends.

Tassel: Cut 6 pieces of 35" yarn. Attach to the 3 stitches at the tip of the ear flaps. Braid. Tie a knot leaving a couple of inches of yarn hanging.

Repeat for other side.

Add Pom Pom: Check out my tutorial on how to make a pom pom without the pom pom maker.

Crochet Cluster Beanie

I followed (sorta) the tutorial from Mango Tree Crafts for an adult size but it still turned out smaller than an adult. I mainly just wanted to make the "cluster" since there's many ways to make cluster stitches and I really like this one. I've been wondering if my stitches are tighter than most since my hats always end up smaller!

Making the first one always helps you gauge how many more increases or size hook you'll need to use to make it fit. I actually used a larger hook and still got a smaller hat! 

Crochet Bunny Ears on Wooden Teething Rings

I made fabric versions of these Wooden Teething Rings and saw a post on Instagram using crochet pieces. How cool! So of course I had to make it myself. Dustin is teething. It seems like all of his molars are coming in! Poor baby!

Crochet Cabled Slouchy Hat

After following several patterns for a cabled crochet hat, I decided to come up with one myself. 

Update: This pattern is for intermediate level.

Materials:

Yarn - I used Red Heart Love in Minty

Crochet Hook - I used 5mm even though the yarn called for a 6.5mm

Scissors

Tapestry Needle

Pom Pom maker (or make by hand)

Slip Knot

Back Loops (bl)

Chain Stitch (ch)

Single Crochet (sc)

Half Double Crochet (hdc)

Double Crochet (dc)

Front Post Double Crochet (fpdc)

Slip Stitch (sl st)

Pattern:

1. Starting with a slip knot, Chain 11 

2. Single crochet in the 2nd chain from the hook and in the remaining chains, ch 1 & turn (10 sts)

3. Single crochet in the back loops ONLY (BLO) in each of the 10 stitches, ch 1 & turn (10 sts)

4. Repeat (3) until desired length is reached - Mine was 60 rows. My head is 21.5 inches but after I wrapped the piece around my head at the length I want, It was 18 inches laying flat (it's stretchy)

5. Sl st the 2 short ends together to form a band - Sl st through one look only (inside loop). Flip band over (whichever side shows less visibility for the seam) Ch 2 

Ch 2 at beginning of each round does not count as a dc

6. *1 dc in each of the next 14 st, 2 dc in the next (15th). Repeat from * all the way around for a total of 64 dc around the band. Sl st into the top of the first dc (not ch 2). Ch 2

You will need sets of 8 for each cable stitch (6 makes the cables plus 2 hdc). Since I had 60 rows at the end of my sc rows for the band. 60 does not divide evenly by 8 so I had to add 4 more stitches to make 64 (64/8 = 8). This means that I did an increase (2 dc in same stitch) every 15 stitches  (60/4 = 15). 

7. *1 hdc into the next 2 st, skip the next 3 st and fpdc into the next 3 st, go back and fpdc into the 3 skipped st (this will cross your stitches for the cable look). Repeat from * all the way around. sl st into the top of the first dc, ch 2.

8. *1 hdc into the next 2 st, 1 fpdc into the next 6 st (go in order, you'll have to peel the front away to get to the start on the back ones first because they're hiding in the back). Repeat from * all the way around. sl st into the top of the first dc, ch 2.

9. Repeat step #8 for 2 more rounds.

10. Repeat steps 7-9 until desired height of hat is reached. Mine had 5 cables and is 11 inches.

11. Cut yarn, weave through top of hat stitches and pull to close. Weave in all ends of yarn.

Pom Pom (optional):

I didn't use my pom pom maker because it's not big enough. 

Wrap yarn around your 4 fingers until it's pretty thick. 

Cut off ends. 

Cut off a piece of yarn about 12 inches. 

Wrap the 12 in piece around the yarn and tie (multiple knots are recommended).

Cut around the folded pieces to release the yarn.

Trim around as needed. 

Use the 12 inches of yarn you tied the pom pom with to thread through tapestry needle and thread through top of hat and tie on the inside

Weave into hat.

Crochet Cabled Slouchy Beanie

I have seen this on Pinterest for awhile and finally decided to make the hat. 

If anyone tells you that crochet and knitting is addictive... it is. As if I'm not already so busy, I can't help myself. I find myself crocheting at lunch at work. After dinner on the couch while the kids watch TV and drink their milk. While I'm sitting in bed waiting for the little guy to fall asleep...

Stephanie from All About Ami made her band about 21.5 inches however mine was only about 18 or so. Do I have such a small head? 

I couldn't decide whether or not I wanted to add a pom pom but decided to anyway (without using the pom pom maker).

I used Big Twisted Yarn in Light Denim. This is the first time I used this yarn. I went by Joanns for a couple of things but ended up with tons of yarn! I couldn't help it. There was a doorbuster sale for the holiday weekend....

Crochet Bobble Lamb Hat

This is absolutely the cutest little hat. I wanted to make the white version but didn't have the yarn handy. So, I purchased this head from eBay and got to use it today... I was excited but now it's a little creepy to me! 

I pinned the pattern from Repeat Crafter Me awhile ago and I finally made it today. Working full time and having too many hobbies is just so difficult. I find myself crocheting during breaks, lunch and after the kids go to bed when I should really be working out! 

My littlest one is sick so we're home today keeping up with his nebulizer meds... so instead of asking to work from home, I decided to use the day to catch up on my crocheting! Baby is doing great by the way! :)

Crochet Cable Twist Hat

I just finished making the Crochet Women's Peaked Hat and saw another hat I wanted to try from the same person. I usually don't crochet these because they are so intimidating and require more concentration. Once I got the hang of it (and actually made time for it) it wasn't as scary!

The tutorial is by Mikey with Yarnspirations on YouTube.

I used a larger hook (5.5mm) for the peaked hat and it was perfect so I thought I'd keep the same size hook. It's a little loose but I guess it'll fit someone with a larger head or extra hair (I have very fine hair)!

I decided not to do the pom pom because I've been making everything with pom poms lately! I like it without on this one.

Crochet Women's Peaked Hat

Crochet Women's Peaked Hat 

I've been wanting to try out this pattern for some time now. I recently hurt my back (probably picking up the kids) and was instructed to do cold & hot compress. The upside was I had time to crochet while just sitting there with my compresses. 

This is a free pattern that I found on Pinterest (where else, right?) There is a free written pattern and a video tutorial. I started with the written and then realized I would just prefer watching a video!

Written Pattern: Yarnspirations Written Pattern
Video Tutorial: Yarnspirations Video Tutorial

I added the customized buttons to complete the hat. It's so cute. I loved how it turned out. 

Crochet Slouch Cluster Beanie

Yes, I am still loving slouch beanies/hats. I used this cluster hat tutorial on several hats including a teeny beanie for my then preemie baby. 

It actually took me some time to complete this hat. I got distracted with knitting and other day-to-day life. I'm constantly on "go" mode. I'm always doing something. I have trouble doing "nothing". And whenever I think of something I want to do, I usually do it. So then why can't I lose weight? I always think about it! LoL I know I'm not alone, right?

Anyway, I really wanted to put customized tags on my stuff so I went on etsy and ordered some tags/buttons. I also wanted a new watermark. Now that I want to knit more, I wanted a watermark that is both related to knitting and crocheting. 

I thought it came out great on the button!

I also ordered some rectangular ones. I ordered larger ones because I ordered thinner ones the first time and the font was too tiny. 

The thinner tags are cute too. I still love it but just wanted a variety.