A654 Rainbow Beanie

How to Crochet the Rainbow Beanie

Crochet a colourful adult beanie worked from the crown down in joined rounds. The pattern uses simple double crochet and treble crochet shaping, then finishes with a double crochet round, crab stitch edging and a pom pom attached to the crown.

The finished beanie is designed to fit an adult head measuring 56-59cm.

Measurements

Yarn Required

Crochet Hook

A 5.00mm crochet hook.

Requirements

• Wool needle for sewing in ends.
• A pom pom maker (available from Lincraft).

Tension

14 sts and 8 rows to 10cm over tr, using 5.00mm hook.

Special Abbreviations

mr = magic ring (alternatively 6ch, sl st into beg ch and dc into ring).

BEANIE

Using 5.00mm hook, make a mr.

1st round: 1ch, 8dc into ring, sl st into first dc.

2nd round: 2ch (counts as first tr throughout), 1tr in same place as sl st, 2tr in each dc to end, sl st to beg ch … 16tr.

3rd round: 2ch, [1tr in next tr, 2tr in each of next 2tr] 4 times, 1tr in next tr, 2tr in next tr, 1tr in next tr, sl st to beg ch … 25tr.

4th round: 2ch, 1tr in each of next 2tr, [1tr in next tr, 2tr in each of next 2tr] 7 times, 1tr in next tr, sl st to beg ch … 39tr.

5th round: 2ch, [1tr in each of next 2tr, 2tr in next tr] 12 times, 1tr in next tr, 2tr in next tr, sl st to beg ch … 52tr.

6th round: 2ch, [1tr in each of next 3tr, 2tr in next tr] 12 times, 1tr in each of next 3tr, sl st to beg ch … 64tr.

7th round: 2ch, 1tr in each tr to end, sl st to beg ch.

Repeat last round 8 more times.

Work 1 round dc, then 1 round crab st.

Fasten off.

FINISHING

Make a pom pom and attach securely to crown.

Sew in all ends.

Alternative Yarns

The original pattern uses Lincraft Kimana yarn. When choosing an alternative yarn, select a yarn that can achieve the original tension of 14 sts and 8 rows to 10cm over treble crochet using a 5.00mm hook.

Suitable Yarn Types

• 8ply acrylic yarn – an easy-care option with a wide range of colours.
• 8ply wool blend – provides warmth, softness and elasticity.
• Machine-washable 8ply wool – suitable for a warm everyday beanie.
• Self-striping yarn – recreates the multicoloured rainbow effect without manual colour changes.
• Variegated yarn – creates blended colour changes throughout the rounds.

Customisation Ideas

• Use a rainbow or self-striping yarn to create gradual colour changes throughout the beanie.
• Choose a solid colour for a simpler version that highlights the crochet texture.
• Make the pom pom in a contrasting colour for a bolder finish.
• Use a tonal variegated yarn for softer colour transitions.
• Omit the pom pom for a simpler crown finish after completing the original beanie.

To retain the original adult fit, keep the stitch counts, increase rounds and number of repeated rounds unchanged when making colour customisations.

Care Instructions

Follow the washing and care instructions provided on the ball band of the yarn used.

1. Sew in all ends securely before washing.
2. Check that the pom pom is firmly attached before and after washing.
3. Wash using the method and temperature recommended for the selected yarn.
4. Avoid excessive agitation when using wool or fibres prone to felting.
5. Gently reshape the beanie after washing.
6. Lay flat to dry where appropriate to help maintain the finished fit.