Crochet Lacy Slouchy Beanie
Discover the art of creating a stunning Crochet Lacy Slouchy Beanie that will add a touch of elegance to your winter wardrobe. This unique crochet pattern combines intricate lacework with a relaxed slouchy design, resulting in a fashionable accessory that is both stylish and cozy. The delicate stitches create a beautiful openwork pattern, allowing the beanie to breathe while still providing warmth during chilly days. The lacy pattern adds a touch of femininity and sophistication, making it a versatile accessory that can be paired with any outfit. Whether you're heading out for a casual day out or attending a special event, this beanie will effortlessly elevate your style and keep you warm throughout the day. So grab your crochet hook and get ready to create a masterpiece that will turn heads wherever you go.
SKILL LEVEL
Easy
MATERIALS
Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Thread Size 10 (100% Mercerized Cotton 350yds/320m)
(1976 Natural) – approx. 2 balls, using two strands;
or Aunt Lydia’s Fashion Crochet Thread Size 3 (100% Mercerized Cotton125yds/114m)
(6906 Natural) – approx. 2 balls, using one strand;
CROCHET HOOK
C/2 (2.75 mm) crochet hook, OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE.
GAUGE
19 dc and 8 rows to 4”/10 cm
Note: Be sure to check your gauge before starting to crochet. If the gauge is larger, change to a smaller hook size, or work tightly. If it is smaller, change to a larger hook size, or work loosely.
SIZE AND FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Small – 21.5” head circum., 8.5” height;
Medium – 22.5” head circum., 9.0” height;
Large – 23.5” head circum., 9.5” height;
SPECIAL STITCH
V-st: (dc, ch 1, dc) in same st or space.
INSTRUCTIONS
Notes:
- Ch 3 at beg of rounds count as dc throughout.
- Ch 1 (ch 2) at beg of rounds does not count as st throughout.
- To avoid mistake(s), count stitches in each round when finished.
HAT
Ch 5, join with sl st in first ch to form a ring.
Rnd 1: Ch 4, work [dc, ch 1] 15 (16, 17) times in ring; join with sl st in third ch of beg ch 4 – 16 (17, 18) dc and 16 (17, 18) ch-1 sps.
Rnd 2: Ch 3 (count as first dc), dc in each ch-1 space and in each st around; join with sl st to top of beg ch 3 – 32 (34, 36) dc.
Rnd 3: Ch 3, V-st in next st, * dc in next st, V-st in next st; rep from * around; join with sl st to top of beg ch 3 – 16 (17, 18) dc and 16 (17, 18) V-sts.
Rnd 4: Ch 3, V-st in next ch-1 sp, * skip dc, dc in next st, skip dc, V-st in next ch-1 sp; rep from * around; join with sl st to top of beg ch 3 – 16 (17, 18) dc and 16 (17, 18) V-sts.
Rnd 5: (Ch 4, dc) in first st, skip dc, V-st in next ch-1 sp, * skip dc, V-st in next st, skip dc, V-st in next ch-1 sp; rep from * around; join with sl st in third ch of beg ch 4 – 32 (34, 36) V-sts.
Rnd 6: (Sl st, ch 4, dc) in first space, V-st in each ch-1 space around, join with sl st in third ch of beg ch 4 – 32 (34, 36) V-sts.
Rnd 7: (Sl st, ch 4, dc) in first space, (3 dc, ch 1, dc) in next ch-1 space, * V-st in next ch-1 space, (3 dc, ch 1, dc) in next ch-1 space, rep from * around; join with sl st in third ch of beg ch 4 – 96 (102, 108) dc and 32 (34, 36) ch-1 sps.
Rnd 8: (Sl st, ch 4, dc) in first space, (dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in next ch-1 space, * V-st in next ch-1 space, (dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in next ch-1 space, rep from * around; join with sl st in third ch of beg ch 4 – 96 (102, 108) dc and 32 (34, 36) ch-1 sps.
Next Rnd(s): Repeat Rnd(s) 7-8 until hat measures approx 7.5 (8.0, 8.5) inches / 19 (20.3, 21.6) cm from beginning.
Band
Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc in same space, sc in each dc around; join with sl st in first sc – 96 (102, 108) sts.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, BPsc in each st around; join with sl st in first st – 96 (102, 108) sts.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join with sl st in first sc – 96 (102, 108) sts.
Rnd(s) 4-6: Rep Rnd(s) 2-3 once, then rep Rnd 2 once.
Fasten off. Secure yarn to WS.
STITCH ABBREVIATIONS
approx – approximately; beg – beginning; BPsc – Back Post single crochet; ch – chain; dc – double crochet; dc2tog – double crochet two together; hdc – half double crochet; lp(s) – loop(s); MC – main color; rem – remain/remaining; rep – repeat; Rnd(s)- round(s); RS – right side; sc – single crochet; sc2tog – single crochet two sts together; sl st – slip stitch; sp – space(s); st(s) – stitch(es); WS – wrong side; yo – yarn over; ( ) – work instructions between parentheses, in the place directed; * – repeat the instructions following the single asterisk as directed; “ – inches