Designed with a unique ribbed texture and stretchy fabric, this advanced beginner crochet pattern is snug, comfortable, and works up beautifully. Available in two adult sizes with customization instructions included to adjust the size, it’s perfect for everyday wear or as a thoughtful handmade gift.

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⭐️ Free version is available in size S in my YouTube tutorial: https://youtu.be/q0_W3VZVLT8

Materials

…Yarn
DROPS NEPAL, 65% wool, 35% alpaca, yarn group C, color 8912; 120 g (180 m); 150 g (225 m)

…Other
4 mm hook
Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape, Stitch Markers

Gauge

17 sts x 17 rows = 10 x 10 cm

Finished Measurements (in centimeters)

This crochet hat pattern is designed to fit snugly yet comfortably, thanks to its stretchy fabric. It includes two adult sizes (54 and 58) with a height of 24 cm and 29 cm, and a circumference of 40 cm and 44 cm. While the hat’s circumference may seem smaller than the average head size, this is intentional—crochet fabric naturally stretches to provide a secure and cozy fit.

Instructions for adjusting the circumference are also included for a customized fit.

Stitch Key (US terminology)

ch = chain
hdc = half double crochet
blo = back loop only
hdcss = half double crochet slip stitch
RS = right side
st = stitch
sts = stitches
slst = slip stitch
slsts = slip stitches
WS = wrong side
yo = yarn over

Notes

The hat is worked vertically, starting with a foundation chain. You’ll alternate slip stitches (slst), half double crochets (hdc) - almond stitch, and half double crochet slip stitches (hdcss) - for the band, in rows, working back and forth until you reach the required number of rows for your chosen size.

Ch 1 at the beginning of each row does not count as a stitch.

To adjust the circumference, simply add or remove 4 rows. The total number of rows must be divisible by 4 to maintain the stitch pattern consistency. So instead of 68, you can make 64, 72…

I recommend you watch my YouTube tutorial, if there are any uncertainties.