A timeless cable beanie with endless possibilities, I’ve designed the Sunrise Cable Beanie as part of my series of gender-neutral winter hats. It makes use of the “slim brim,” an alternate method I developed for working from the bottom up, as well as multiple styles of cables and the extended single crochet stitch, which creates a flat, almost knit-like texture that allows the cabled sun motif on the top of the hat to really pop.

This pattern includes two pages of photos at the end for reference, as well as instructions for modifying to make a messy bun hat. The pattern is best suited to a crocheter who has worked with cables before.

Due to the nature of patterns, no returns can be made; however I am happy to provide pattern support on ravelry or facebook, so please ask if you’re stuck!

Recommended yarn: Caron One Pound or similar medium weight yarn, up to 210 yds (190 m) for largest size

Recommended hook size: J (6.00mm) hook or as needed to meet gauge check after round 4

Gauge: A gauge check is provided at the end of round 4, and a height check is provided before beginning to decrease. (This hat is worked from the bottom up.)

Sizing Guide: 5 sizes:
Toddler, Youth, Teen, Adult M/L, Adult XL

Stitch Guide (US Terminology):
ch – chain
dc – double crochet
sc – single crochet
esc - extended single crochet (explained in notes)
esc2tog - extended single crochet 2 together (decrease, explained in notes)
sl st – slip stitch
fpdc – front post double crochet
fphdc – front post half double crochet
fptr – front post treble crochet

Thank you to everyone who participated in crowdtesting this pattern! Your help is invaluable.