Beginner Bottom Up Beanie Crochet Pattern (CAL for a Cause)
Stay cozy and stylish with the Beginner Bottom-Up Beanie Crochet Pattern, a simple, unisex design perfect for winter or gifting. This beginner-friendly beanie is worked from the bottom up, starting with single crochet ribbing at the base for a snug fit, then moves into double crochet stitches worked in the back loop only (BLO) for subtle texture. The top includes simple decreases to create a smooth, rounded finish, making it perfect for both kids and adults.
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Key Features:
- Beginner-friendly and unisex
- Works up quickly
- Subtle textured design with BLO stitches
- Three sizes: child, small adult, large adult
- Uses worsted weight yarn and a 5.0 mm (H) crochet hook
- Includes a full video tutorial
Materials:
- Worsted weight yarn (approx. 100–150 yards depending on size)
- 5.0 mm (H) crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Sizing:
- Child: Approx. 17–18” circumference
- Small Adult: Approx. 20–21” circumference
- Large Adult: Approx. 22–23” circumference
This hat was part of the 2019 Crochet Along for a Cause. Where we made 1 hat per week to donate to a cancer center, school, or homeless shelter all summer long.
Making the Beginner Bottom Up Beanie Crochet Pattern
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Materials
worsted weight (4) yarn (I used Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn(
H/5.0 mm hook
yarn needle
scissors
Level
easy+
Pattern notes & stitches to know
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
blo – back loop only
dc – double crochet
dc2tog – double crochet 2 together (double crochet decrease)
· written in US terms
· ch 1 does not count as sc
· ch 2 does not count as dc
· This beanie is worked from the bottom up. The pattern starts with the ribbing around the bottom
· Sizes: Pattern is written in 3 sizes, Child, Small Adult and Large Adult consecutively. Example, when the pattern gives the end of the row count as (66, 72, 78), the 66 is the child the 72 is the small and the 78 is the large.
Approx. Finished Size:
Circumference: Child (17”) Small (20”) Large (22”)
Length: Child (7.5”) Small (8”) Large (9’)
Watch the Tutorial
See how it’s done! This easy-to-follow video tutorial will walk you through each step of the pattern.
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CROCHET PATTERN WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS
ch 9
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from the hook and scross (8)
Row 2: ch 1, turn, sc in first stitch, sc blo in next 6 stitches, sc in last (8)
Repeat row 2 to Row 66, 72, 78 (8)
Bring both short ends of the ribbing together, slip stitch the ends together. Now you will work around the top of the ribbing in joined rounds.
Round 1: ch 1, sc evenly around working 1 sc in the end of each row, join to first sc with sl st ((66, 72, 78) sc)
Round 2: ch 2, dc in each stitch around, join to first dc with sl st ((66, 72, 78) dc)
Round 3: ch 2, dc blo in each stitch around, join to first dc with sl st ((66, 72, 78) dc)
Round 3 – Round (9, 10, 12): Repeat round 2 ((66, 72, 78) dc)
Round (10, 11, 13): ch 2, *dc blo, dc2tog blo* repeat from * to * around, join to first dc with sl st ((44, 48, 52) dc)
Round (11, 12, 14): ch 2, *dc blo, dc2tog blo* repeat from * to * around, -ending with 1 dc for child and large-, join to first dc with sl st ((30, 32, 35) dc)
Fasten off. Leave a long end for sewing.
Using your yarn needle, weave the long end in and out of the top loops of the last round.
Pull the end tight to cinch it closed. Sew the top closed.
Weave in all the ends.
Add a pom pom
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I love to crochet and knit will make some,and give to the hospital.
So far, I have made 7 caps (different colors and patterns) to take to the Cancer Center. I sure hope they give someone warmth this winter. I have enjoyed making them. My sister went thru Chemo and said it’s cold in those rooms.
What color is this yarn? And where did you buy it? I like the look. Having a hard time finding something similar at our local hobby stores. Unless you have a recommendation. Thanks! I am a beginner and this would be my first hat. It looks fun!
Hi! I think it’s Paintbox Simply Aran. It’s available at lovecrochet.com 🙂
When doing a striped beanie how do you carry the 2nd color?
Here’s a video for how I change colors in the round 🙂 https://www.hookedonhomemadehappiness.com/basic-striped-beanie-crochet-pattern-cal-for-a-cause/
How do I not make it slouchy I’m confused
Add less rounds 🙂
So on round 3 to 12 do I just do 10?
That might work. I would just repeat it until it’s the length you want 🙂
So when I do round 3 to 12 do I just do 10 rounds?
I followed your video and crocheted the amount of stitches you stated. My beanie is 12″ long. My daughter is very tall and thin. I think it’s going to be too much beanie for her. LOL Could it be because I used Lion Brand Vel-Luxe yarn? I also used a size K hook.
I enjoyed following your video and learning as I go. Now I’m off to study your beanie size chart.
Hi! Yes, that’s why it turned out big 🙂 If the circumference of the beanie is fine, you can just take out a few rounds from the top and then sew it. Hope that helps!!
Just whipped up this beanie for my son and I’ll definitely make a few more. Love the pattern !
Yay! Thank you!
I really love this pattern. I just finished one and will be making more. I removed a couple rows and it’s perfect for my teenage grandson who asked for a beanie. Thanks Breann!
Yay! Thank you!
which rounds would I do to make it bigger..
I made this today for a friend. She is losing her hair due to chemotherapy. She had the yarn and asked me to use this pattern. Easy to follow. Thank you for helping me to help my friend. Would love to include a picture but I can’t figure that out.
Is the seam straight? Is it possible to get a pic uploaded for the back before we try and make this?
Hi! The seam will go a little bit sideways. This is the nature of double crochet in the round 🙂