Ombre Beanie - Easy Crochet Hat Pattern in 6 Sizes

The Ombre Beanie is an easy crochet hat pattern that can be worked in 6 different sizes (from a 14″ baby to a 24″ adult)!

This easy crochet hat design is worked in joined rounds of double and single crochet stitches, so it’s really simple to work up.

If you’re new to crochet, and want to learn how to work in joined increasing rounds, this easy crochet hat pattern is for you!

This easy crochet hat pattern is the perfect base to crochet a beanie in the exact size you need.

The Ombre Beanie is is a great crochet hat pattern because:

Hats are quick and easy projects to make!
This basic beanie can be made for boys and girls in 6 sizes: 14 (16, 18, 20, 22, 24)”
Try this project in a variety of worsted weights, in a fiber of your choice!
You’ll get to practice a lot of crochet skills: joined rounds, stitch tension, gauge & size, finishing techniques & more!

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes

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Easy Crochet Hat – Resources
Crochet Hat Sizes
Ombre Beanie – Easy Crochet Hat Instructions

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Pattern Designed By: Salena Baca Crochet. This pattern is copyright protected; it is unlawful to distribute this pattern in any form (free, sale or trade).

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Easy Crochet Hat – Resources

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Crochet Hat Sizes

Wondering what size Hat you should make?

You can read more about how to make and measure crochet hats that actually fit, including a cheat sheet with the most common crochet hat sizes, right here:

Crochet Hat Size Chart – Free Calculator

Yarn

Red Heart Super Saver Ombre, worsted weight #4 yarn (100% Acrylic; 482 yds / 10 oz): 80 (90, 100, 120, 140) yds. Sea Coral.

Check for yarn substitutes!

For more details about how to substitute yarn for a crochet project, here are some great tips: Understanding Yarn Substitution: An Easy Reference For Crocheters

Understanding Yarn Substitution: An Easy Reference For Crocheters

Materials

USI/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook
Scissors
Yarn needle

Gauge

14.5 Dc Sts = 4”,
7 Dc rows = 4”

Sizes and Finished Measurements

Measurements are: around x tall

14” x 6”
16” x 6.76”
18” x 7.5”
20” x 8.25”
22” x 9”
24” x 9.75”

Specialty Stitches and Techniques

Adjustable Loop

Stitch Key

Pattern Notes

For the best fit, measure at forehead for circumference (around), and follow size that is the closest match.
Beginning Chs (1, 3) count as the first St.

Three different sizes of crochet hats laying flat

Ombre Beanie – Easy Crochet Hat Instructions

All Sizes

Form Adjustable Loop

Round 1 (Right Side): Ch 3, work 11 Dc into loop, Sl St to top of first Dc to join – 12 Dc

Round 2: Ch 3, Dc into same St, work 2 Dc into each St around, Sl St to top of first Dc to join – 24 Dc

Round 3: Ch 3, [work 2 Dc into following St, Dc into next] 11 times, work 2 Dc into last St, Sl St to top of first Dc to join – 36 Dc

Round 4: Ch 3, Dc into next St, [work 2 Dc into following St, Dc into next 2 Sts] 11 times, work 2 Dc into last St, Sl St to top of first Dc to join – 48 Dc

Continue with instructions for individual size.

14” – Easy Crochet Hat

Round 5: Ch 3, Dc into same St, Dc into next 46 Sts, work 2 Dc into last St, Sl St to top of first Dc to join – 50 Dc

Round 6-9: Ch 3, Dc into each St around, Sl St to top of first Dc to join – 50 Dc

Round 10-12: Ch 1, Sc into each St around, Sl St to top of first sc to join – 50 Sc