Chunky Winter Beanie

Worked in the round from the crown down with a simple half double crochet, this beanie is dense, warm, and one of the fastest hats you can make.

DifficultyBeginner

Time2–3 hours

Hook Size6.5mm (K-10.5)

Yarn WeightBulky (#5)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Start the crown
Make a magic ring, then work 8 half double crochets into it to start the crown.
2
Increase rounds
Increase evenly for 4 rounds until the crown measures the crown circumference of your head.
3
Work the body straight
Continue in half double crochet without increasing until the hat reaches from crown to just above the ears.
4
Add ribbed brim
Switch to front-post/back-post half double crochet for 4 rounds to create a stretchy, ribbed brim.
Tip: A ribbed brim (rather than plain single crochet) keeps the hat from flaring out over the ears.

Try the hat on after the increase rounds — it should just cover your head before you start the straight body.
A pom-pom on top hides any unevenness at the very center of the crown.