P093 Babies Pumpkin Beanie with Stalk

How to Crochet a Slouchy Beanie

Create a relaxed handmade slouchy beanie with this easy crochet project. This comfortable design uses simple treble crochet stitches combined with front post and back post stitches to create texture and a flexible ribbed finish.

The beanie is worked in rounds from the crown down, making it easy to adjust the length and customise the fit. Add an optional pom pom for a playful winter accessory.

What You Will Need

Materials

• Lincraft Double Knitting 8ply Yarn – 100g balls
• Small/Medium: 1 ball
• Medium/Large: 1 ball
• Optional pom pom

Equipment

• 4mm crochet hook
• Wool needle for sewing in ends
• Scissors
• Pom pom maker (optional)

Alternative Yarns

This slouchy beanie is designed using Lincraft Double Knitting 8ply yarn. When selecting an alternative yarn, choose a similar 8ply yarn that provides good stitch definition and comfortable stretch.

• 8ply Acrylic Yarn – easy-care, durable and available in many colours.
• Merino or Wool Blend Yarn – warm, soft and ideal for winter accessories.
• Cotton Blend 8ply Yarn – creates a lighter-weight beanie with good drape.
• Bamboo Blend Yarn – provides softness and a smooth finish.

Measurements

Tension

Using a 4mm crochet hook:

• 14 treble crochet stitches x 9 rounds = 10cm x 10cm

Crochet Abbreviations

• ch: chain
• tr: treble crochet
• fptr: front post treble stitch
• bptr: back post treble stitch
• sl st: slip stitch
• st: stitch
• mr: magic ring

Special Stitches

Front Post Treble (fptr)

Yarn over, insert the hook from front to back around the post of the stitch below, yarn over and complete the treble crochet.

Back Post Treble (bptr)

Yarn over, insert the hook from back to front around the post of the stitch below, yarn over and complete the treble crochet.

Construction Overview

The Slouchy Crochet Beanie is created in four stages:

1. Create the crown using increasing rounds.
2. Continue the textured body rounds.
3. Add the rib-style band.
4. Finish with optional pom pom decoration.

Create the Crown

1. Using a 4mm crochet hook, make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: Chain 3 (counts as first treble crochet), then work 9 treble crochet stitches into the ring. Join with a slip stitch.
3. Round 2: Chain 3, work 1 treble crochet in the same stitch, then work 2 treble crochet stitches in each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch.
4. Continue increasing each round following the pattern until the crown reaches the required size.

Work the Beanie Body

Continue working the textured stitch pattern around the beanie.

1. Begin each round with the required chain stitches.
2. Work treble crochet stitches around the beanie.
3. Use front post and back post treble stitches to create the raised texture.
4. Continue until the beanie reaches approximately:
   • 25cm for S/M
   • 26cm for M/L

Create the Rib Band

1. Begin the rib band round.
2. Work front post treble and back post treble stitches around the edge.
3. Continue for three rounds.
4. Fasten off securely.

Add a Pom Pom (Optional)

1. Make a pom pom using a pom pom maker.
2. Trim the pom pom evenly.
3. Attach securely to the crown of the beanie.

Finishing

1. Sew in all loose yarn ends using a wool needle.
2. Gently shape the beanie.
3. Check the rib band sits comfortably around the head.

Customisation Ideas

• Use different colours for a personalised design.
• Add stripes by changing yarn colours between rounds.
• Create matching scarves or mittens.
• Add a large statement pom pom.
• Make a shorter version for a fitted beanie style.

Care

Follow the care instructions for your chosen yarn.

Reshape the beanie while damp and allow it to dry flat to maintain the crochet texture and overall shape.