The Shy Butterfly-Baby Beanie-Free Crochet Pattern

The Shy Butterfly-Baby Beanie-Free Crochet Pattern

A decorative 15 row baby beanie

Introduction: If you look close enough you can see the butterflies hidden within the pattern, I think they are quite shy as they seem to vanish, then reappear where they choose to.

The pattern is quite easy, with lots of repeats.

I have made this pattern with a dc crown, so it works up quite quickly, a real time saver and a quick project for last minute gifts.

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To fit: Newborn +

Measurements approx: Head Circumference 13 inches, hat height approx 5.5 inches

Please note, by using a smaller or larger hook, you can make a smaller or larger beanie

Hook size: 4mm, US G/6 (see introduction)

Yarn: 8 ply approx 50 gm’s US DK/Medium.

US crochet terms used

Skill level: beginner ++

Tension: medium

Time: approx 2 hours

Stitches used:

Sl st=slip stitch

Ch=chain

Sc = single crochet

Hdc= half double crochet

Dc =double crochet

Fpdc=front post double crochet

Special stitch: Cluster = a 2 dc cluster st. Yo hook, insert hook into st, pull up a loop, yo and pull through 2 loops on hook (2 loops on hook), yo hook, insert hook into same st and pull up a loop (4 loops on hook), yo hook and pull through 2 loops on hook (3 loops on hook), yo hook and pull through all loops on hook. A 2 dc cluster made.

Please note! Beginning ch 2 is not counted as a stitch.

Begin making crown:

Row 1, ch 3, work 12 dc in 3^rd ch from hook (or make magic ring, ch 2 and work 12 dc into magic ring) to join, sl st into the 1^st dc of this round (12 dc)

Row 2, ch 2, work 2 dc in same space as join, work 2 dc in each st to end of the round, to join, sl st into the 1^st dc of this round (24 dc)

Row 3, ch 2, work 1 dc in same space as join, work 2 dc in next dc, *work 1 dc in next dc, work 2 dc in next dc*, repeat from *to* to end, to join, sl st into the 1^st dc of this round (36 dc)

Row 4, ch 2, work 1 dc in same space as join, work 1 dc in next dc, work 2 dc in next dc, *work 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, work 2 dc in next dc*, repeat from *to* to end, to join, sl st into the 1^st dc of this round (48 dc)

My crown now measures approx 13 inches around-stop increases.

Row 5, ch 2, work 1 dc in each dc to end of the round, to join, sl st into the 1^st dc of this round (48 dc)

Begin Pattern Rounds

Row 1, ch 1, work 1 sc in same space as join, ch 3, skip 2 st’s, work 1 sc in next st, skip 2 st’s, work 7 dc in next st, skip 2 st’s, work 1 sc in next, ch 3, skip 2 st’s, *work 1 sc in next st, ch 3, skip 2 st’s, work 1 sc in next, skip 2 st’s, work 7 dc in next, skip 2 st’s, work 1 sc in next, ch 3, skip 2 st’s *, repeat from *to* to end, sl st into the 1^st sc of this round

Tip for row 2, each group of 7 dc’s will have 1 cluster st worked into each dc. = 7 clusters.

Row 2, ch 1, (work 1 sc, ch 2, 1sc),  in same space as join, ch 1, work a cluster in each of the next 3 dc’s, ch 2, work 1 cluster in next dc, ch 2, work 1 cluster in each of the next 3 dc’s, ch 1, skip the ch 3, *work (1 sc, ch 2, 1 sc), in the next sc, ch 1, work a cluster in each of the next 3 dc’s, ch 2, work 1 cluster in next dc, ch 2, work 1 cluster in each of the next 3 dc’s, ch 1, skip the ch 3*, repeat from *to* to end, sl st into the ch 2 space between the sc’s

Row 3, ch 4, work 3 dc in same space as join, skip 1 cluster, work 1 sc in the next cluster, ch 3, skip 1 cluster, work 1 sc in the next cluster, ch 3, skip 1 cluster, work 1 sc in the next cluster, *work 7 dc in ch 2 space between the next 2 sc’s, skip 1 cluster, work 1 sc in the next cluster, ch 3, skip 1 cluster, work 1 sc in the next cluster, ch 3, skip 1 cluster, work 1 sc in the next cluster*, repeat from *to* to end, work 3 dc in the same space as the first ch 4 and 3 dc, to join, sl st into the ch 3 space of the beginning ch 4

Row 4, ch 5, work 1 cluster in each of the next 3 dc’s, ch 1, skip the 3 chain, (work 1 sc, ch 2, 1sc), in next sc, * work a cluster in each of the next 3 dc’s, ch 2, work 1 cluster in next dc, ch 2, work 1 cluster in each of the next 3 dc’s, ch 1, skip the ch 3, work (1 sc, ch 2, 1 sc), in the next sc, ch 1, *repeat from *to* to end, work a cluster st in the 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd dc of the previous round, ch 2, sl st into the 3^rd ch of the beginning ch 5

Row 5, ch 1, work 1 sc in same space as join, ch 3, skip 1 cluster, work 1 sc in next cluster, work 7 dc in the ch 2 space between the next 2 sc’s, skip 1 cluster, work 1 sc in the next cluster, ch 3, *skip 1 cluster, work 1 sc in the next cluster, ch 3, skip 1 cluster, work 1 sc in the next cluster, work 7 dc in the ch 2 space between the next 2 sc’s, skip 1 cluster, work 1 sc in the next cluster, ch 3,* repeat from *to* to end, sl st into the 1^st sc of this round

Row 6, ch 1, (work 1 sc, ch 2, 1sc),  in same space as join, ch 1, work a cluster in each of the next 3 dc’s, ch 2, work 1 cluster in next dc, ch 2, work 1 cluster in each of the next 3 dc’s, ch 1, skip the ch 3, *work (1 sc, ch 2, 1 sc), in the next sc, ch 1, work a cluster in each of the next 3 dc’s, ch 2, work 1 cluster in next dc, ch 2, work 1 cluster in each of the next 3 dc’s, ch 1, skip the ch 3*, repeat from *to* to end, sl st into the ch 2 space between the sc’s

Row 7, repeat row 3

My hat is now approx 5 inches in length, I am going to stop the pattern sequence and add a rib edge. If you like the look of the scallop edge, do a few more pattern rows for length desired, finishing on a row with the 7 dc groups.

Begin Simple Rib Hat Edge

Row 1, ch 2, work 1 dc in same space as join, work 1 dc in each of the next 3 dc, work 2 dc in the next ch space, work 1 dc in the sc, work 2 dc in the next ch space, *work 1 dc in each of the next 7 dc, work 2 dc in the next ch space, work 1 dc in the sc, work 2 dc in the next ch space*, repeat from *to* to end, work 1 dc in each of the next 3 dc, sl to join in the 1^st dc of this round, (48 dc)

Row 2, ch 2 work 1 dc in same space as join, work 1 fpdc around the next st, *work 1 dc in next st, work 1 fpdc around the next st*, repeat from *to* to end, sl st to join, into 1^st dc of this round (48 dc)

Row 3, repeat row 2, (you can also make your hat longer if you to choose to)

I like to finish my hats  with 1 round of 1 hdc in each st to end, this can prevent curling/stretching of the hat edge.

Row 4, ch 1, work 1 hdc in each st to end, sl st to join in beginning hdc, tie off and sew in ends

Free Pattern Courtesy Of Cat Wood

Aka, Cats-Rockin-Crochet.

 2014.

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Yarn Ply Variations and Hook Sizes

I've been crocheting with 2 different brands of yarn recently and both are double knit, AU 8 ply.

Both are quality brands, but differ in thickness, which forces me to use a different size hook.

Here I am working on the crown of a baby hat

I used a 4 mm hook on the left and 3.5mm on the right

 The yarn on the left is slightly thicker that the yarn on the right, so I adjusted the hook to suit the yarn

Yarn hook and ply does make a big difference when making a wearable item from specific instructions.

 Take one of my own patterns for example.

Simple Crochet Sweater Size 2

Free Crochet Pattern 

I used a 4mm hook and dk yarn (the thicker dk) making the sweater below.

Debbie Sealock Hughes writes

Here's your pattern for the free crochet pattern size 2 simple crochet pattern. I had a thicker yarn so I used a size I hook and it worked beautifully and will fit my 8 year old granddaughter. It is a beautiful pattern and very easy. Took me about 7 hours to complete. Thanks for the pattern!

With some experience on hand, we can up size and down size a pattern by switching hook sizes and yarn ply's.

I know many do with the patterns I write and it's fun to see!

Little Petals-Baby Beanie-Free Crochet Pattern

Little Petals-Baby Beanie-Free Crochet Pattern

 A decorative 20 row baby beanie

Introduction: This pattern resembles the petals of a flower. You will work 1 row of shell st’s with a sc in between each shell st. The next row consists of, the fpdc, some chain st’s and sc’s. If you are confident with these st’s you will have no problem making these decorative flower petals. The pattern does tend to firm up a bit, so I would suggest to go up, half a hook size when working the pattern rows.

This pattern is an 8 stitch repeat; it can be used with 48, 64, 72, stitch count.

To fit: Newborn

Measurements approx: Head Circumference 13 inches, hat height approx 5.5 inches

Please note, by using a smaller or larger hook, you can make a smaller or larger beanie

Hook size: 4mm to 4.5mm US G/6 (see introduction)

Yarn: 8 ply approx 50 gm’s US DK/Medium.

I used, double knit Special, by Stylecraft

US crochet terms used

Skill level: beginner ++

Tension: medium

Time: approx 2 hours

Stitches used:

Sl st=slip stitch

Ch=chain

Sc = single crochet

Hdc= half double crochet

Dc =double crochet

Fpdc=front post double crochet

Special stitch: Shell st = (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc)

Please note! The beginning ch 1 and ch 2 of every rnd is not counted as a st.

BEGIN:

Chain 4, sl st to first ch to form a ring. Or use a magic ring.

Row 1, ch 1, work 12 hdc into ring, sl st to join in the 1^st hdc (you will join this way on every round)

(Increase in every st)

Row 2, ch 1, work 2 hdc into each hdc to end, sl st to join (24 hdc)

(Increase in every 3^rd st)
Row 3, ch 1, *work 1 hdc into the next 2 hdc, work 2 hdc into the next* repeat from *to* to end, sl st to join (32 hdc)

(Increase in every 4^th st)

Row 4, ch 1, *work 1 hdc into the next 3 hdc, work 2 hdc into the next* repeat from *to* to end, sl st to join (40 hdc)

(Increase in every 5^th st)

Row 5, ch 1, *work 1 hdc into the next 4 hdc, work 2 hdc into the next* repeat from *to* to end, sl st to join (48 hdc)

(Increase in every 6^th st)

Row 6, ch 1, *work 1 hdc into the next 5 hdc, work 2 hdc into the next* repeat from *to* to end, sl st to join (56 hdc)

Row 7, ch 2, work 1 dc into same space as join,  work 1 dc in each st to end, sl st to join (56 dc)

Begin Pattern Rows (change to larger hook, see introduction)

Row1, ch 1, work 1 sc in same place as join, skip 3 st’s, work a shell st in next st, skip 3 st’s,* work 1 sc in next, skip 3 st’s, work a shell st in next st, skip 3 st’s*, repeat from *to* to end, sl st into beginning sc (7 shells, 7 sc’s)

Row 2, ch 2, work 1 dc in same space as join, work 1 fpdc around the 1^st and 3^rd, dc’s of the shell st, ch 3, work 1 sc in the ch 3 space of the shell st, ch 3, work 1 fpdc around the 4^th and 6^th dc of the same shell st,* work 1 fpdc around the 1^st and 3^rd, dc’s of the next shell st, ch 3, work 1 sc in the ch 3 space of the shell st, ch 3, work 1 fpdc around the 4^th and 6^th dc of the same shell st,* repeat from *to* to end, sl st into the beginning dc of the round

Row 3, ch 1, work 1 sc in same place as join, work a shell st in same space as join, work 1 sc in the next sc, *work a shell st in the space between the next 2^nd and 3^rd fpdc, work 1 sc in the next sc*, repeat from *to* to end, sl st to join in the ch 3 space of the 1^st shell of this round

Row 4, work 1 sc in same space as join, ch 3, work 1 fpdc around the next dc, skip 1 dc, work 1 fpdc around the next dc, *work 1 fpdc around the 1^st and 3^rd, dc’s of the next shell st, ch 3, work 1 sc in the ch 3 space of the shell st, ch 3, work 1 fpdc around the 4^th and 6^th dc of the same shell st*, repeat from *to* to end, work 1 fpdc around the 1^st and 3^rd, dc’s of the very first shell st of this round, sl st join in the 1^st sc of this round

Row 5, ch 1, work 1 sc in same space as join, work a shell st in the space between the next 2^nd and 3^rd fpdc, *work 1 sc in the next sc, work a shell st in the space between the next 2^nd and 3^rd fpdc* repeat from *to* to end, sl st into the 1 st sc of this round

Row 6, repeat row 2

Row 7, repeat row 3

Row 8, repeat row 4

Row 9, repeat row 5

Row 10, repeat row 2

Row 11, repeat row 3

My hat is measuring approx 5 inches long and I am ready to do the hat edge, in saying that I think the hat looks pretty ending on a shell stitch row, you can choose to finish on a shell stitch row at the desired length of the hat you need (just continue pattern sequence), or use the following instructions for a simple rib edging for the hat.

Begin Hat Edge (reduce hook size)

Row 1, ch 2, work 2 sc in same space as join, work 1 dc in each of the next 3 dc, *work 1 dc in the sc, work 1 dc in each of the next 3 dc, work 1 hdc in the ch 3 space, work 1 dc in each of the next 3 dc,* repeat from *to* to end,  work 1 dc in the final sc of this round, sl st to the top of the ch 2, (54 st’s + 1 ch 2, if you started with 56 hdc’s).

Once again you can finish your hat here or go on to the next rounds

Row 2, ch 2,*work 1 dc in next st, work 1 fpdc around the next st*, repeat from *to* to end, sl st into top of ch 2

My hat is long enough now, but if you want yours longer, 

repeat row 2

I am going to finish off my hat with 1 more row.

By working 1 ch, then 1 hdc in each stitch of the round, sl st to join finish off and weave in ends

(This last hdc row can prevent curling/stretching of the hat edge).

If you like this pattern, you will definitely like this one too check it out!
Little Fans Down Under

Free Pattern Courtesy Of Cat Wood

Aka, Cats-Rockin-Crochet.

 2014.

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I’d love to see this pattern used for charity use

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Fans Down Under-Free Crochet Pattern-Adult Size

Fans Down Under-Free Crochet Pattern-Adult Size

A decorative Beanie, Hat, Beret or Slouch

For Baby Version Free Crochet Pattern
For printer friendly version free crochet pattern no pictures. 

Introduction: With clever placements of the V stitch and 9 dc’s all in a row, a few sc’s and ch’s thrown in together, gives this pretty little stitch pattern a big tick. You will need a bit of concentration to begin with, but the pattern does repeat it’s self so it will become repetitive.

To fit: Adult, please read sizing guidelines supplied after row 8 of the crown and again at row 16 of the pattern rows.

Hook size: 3.5mm to 5.0mm, US G/6

Yarn: 8 ply approx 150 gm’s US DK/Medium.

US crochet terms used

Skill level: beginner +

Tension: medium

Time: approx 2 hours

Stitches used:

Sl st=slip stitch

Ch=chain

Sc = single crochet

Hdc= half double crochet

Dc =double crochet

Fpdc=front post double crochet

V st= (dc, ch 1, dc)

V stitch: The V stitch is (1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc), worked into the st indicated by the pattern

We will be working with a hdc crown, this will give a longer pattern length within the hat. You are welcome to use dc’s instead.

Please note! The beginning ch 1 and ch 2 of every rnd is not counted as a st.

BEGIN:

Chain 4, sl st to first ch to form a ring. Or use a magic ring.

Row 1, ch 1, work 12 hdc into ring, sl st to join in the 1^st hdc (you will join this way on every round)

(Increase in every st)

Row 2, ch 1, work 2 hdc into each hdc to end, sl st to join (24 hdc)

(Increase in every 3^rd st)
Row 3, ch 1, *work 1 hdc into the next 2 hdc, work 2 hdc into the next* repeat from *to* to end, sl st to join (32 hdc)

(Increase in every 4^th st)

Row 4, ch 1, *work 1 hdc into the next 3 hdc, work 2 hdc into the next* repeat from *to* to end, sl st to join (40 hdc)

(Increase in every 5^th st)

Row 5, ch 1, *work 1 hdc into the next 4 hdc, work 2 hdc into the next* repeat from *to* to end, sl st to join (48 hdc)

(Increase in every 6^th st)

Row 6, ch 1, *work 1 hdc into the next 5 hdc, work 2 hdc into the next* repeat from *to* to end, sl st to join (56 hdc)

Row 7, ch 1, *work 1 hdc into the next 6 hdc, work 2 hdc into the next* repeat from *to* to end, sl st to join (64 hdc)

Row 8, ch 1, *work 1 hdc into the next 7 hdc, work 2 hdc into the next* repeat from *to* to end, sl st to join (72 hdc)

This may be a good time for you to measure your crown.

I am using a 3.5 mm hook and an 8 ply yarn which is a little on the thin side and looks nicer if I use the 3.5 mm hook with it.

My crown, measures 17 inches around and 5 inches across, it is too small for an adult hat (it would fit a child at this size).

If your crown is larger you can stop increases here.

Approx, 18.5 inches for small adult, approx 21 inches for medium to large adult hat.

If you have the correct fit now, just work 1 hdc in each st around and join, and then go onto the pattern rounds.

You also have the option to increase from 88 st’s to 96 st’s, for a lovely beret/slouch, but these extra st’s will need to be decreased prior to the hat edging. Just follow the same formula above for the extra increases.

Row 9, ch 1, *work 1 hdc into the next 8 hdc, work 2 hdc into the next* repeat from *to* to end, sl st to join (80 hdc)

My crown is now approx 18.5 inches around and 6 inches wide

Row 10, for the 80 hdc round, work 1 hdc in each st to end and sl st to join (80 hdc)

Begin Pattern Rows

Row 1, Ch 1, work 1 sc in same space as join, skip 3 st’s, work 9 dc’s in next st, skip 3 st’s,* work 1 sc in next st, skip 3 st’s, work 9 dc in next st, skip 3 st’s,* repeat from *to* to end, sl st to join in beginning sc, (10 sc, 10 groups of 9 dc, or 1 less of each when using 72 dc crown)

Row2, Ch 4, work 1 dc in same space as ch 4, ch 1, work 1 sc in the 4^th, 5^th and 6^th dc of the 9 dc group, ch 1,* work a V st (V st =1dc, ch1, 1dc) in the sc, ch 1, work 1 sc in the 4^th, 5^th and 6^th dc of the 9 dc group, ch 1,* repeat from *to* to end, sl st into the space between the beginning ch 4 and 1 dc (10 groups of 3 sc, 10 V’s or 1 less of each when using 72 dc crown)

Row 3, Ch 3, work 4 dc in same space as join, skip 1 sc, work 1 sc in next sc, *work 9 dc in the V st space, skip 1 sc, work 1 sc in next sc,* repeat from *to* to end, work 4 dc in same space as the beginning (ch 3 and 4 dc) sl st into the top of the ch 3

Row 4, Ch 1, work 1 sc in same space as ch 1, work 1 sc in next dc, ch 1, work a V st in the next sc, ch 1,*work 1 sc in the 4^th, 5^th and 6^th dc of the 9 dc group, ch 1, work a V st in the next sc, ch 1*, repeat from *to* to end, skip 3 dc, work 1 sc  in 4^th dc, sl st into the 1^st sc of this round, (30 sc, 10 V st’s)

Row 5, Ch 1, work 1 sc in same space as join, work 9 dc in the V st space, *skip 1 sc, work 1 sc in next sc, work 9 dc in the V st space,* repeat from *to* to end, sl st into the first sc of this round (10 sc, 10 groups of 9 dc)

Row 6, Repeat row 2

Row 7, Repeat row 3

Row 8, Repeat row 4

Row 9, Repeat row 5

Row 10, Repeat row 2

Row 11, Repeat row 3

Row 12, Repeat row 4

Row 13, Repeat row 5

Row 14, Repeat row 2

Row 15, Repeat row 3

Row 16, Repeat row 4

Once again take the time to measure your hat, if you want it longer repeat more pattern rows or make a longer ribbed edging as per following instructions. Just ensure you end with a row that has the V st in it.

My hat measures approx 8 inches in length now and I will begin my ribbed edging.

If you have made a beret/slouch you will need to decrease st’s over a couple of rows of plain dc rounds until you reach your fit, between 72 and 80 st’s for an adult size hat.

The decreases will be made in the reverse order as the increases, place a decrease where there was an increase.

MUST READ INSTRUCTIONS BELOW FOR CORRECT STITCH COUNT

I have counted each ch, sc and dc that I ended with, in row 15 of the pattern; I have 30 chain spaces, 30 sc and 20 dc, which add up to 80. Before I began the pattern rows, I had 80 st’s, and that is the exact amount of st’s I need to finish my hat edge with. If you had 64, 72, 80, 88 or 96 st’s you will get that stitch count by counting the same st’s as I did (each chain space, sc and dc).

Begin Simple Rib Hat Edge

The beginning ch 3 of each row is not counted as a stitch

Row 1, Ch 3, work 1 dc in same space as ch 3, work 1 dc in every dc, ch space and sc of the round (st count as per instructions)

Row 2, Ch 3, *work 1 dc in next dc, work 1 fpdc around the next dc,* repeat from *to* to end

Row 3, Repeat row 2, 1 more time or for length desired

I find that once I have finished my ribbed rows it can tend to curl slightly, so I work 1 more round of 1 hdc in each dc of the round then finish off and tie in ends.

Free Crochet Pattern Courtesy Of Cat Wood

Aka, Cats-Rockin-Crochet.

 2014.

You can sell your items made from this free crochet pattern

I’d love to see this pattern used for charity use

Please link back to this pattern if you use it