Are any of you looking for a warm, winter hat to keep you cozy during this cold season? If so, I’d love to share with you how I whipped up this super simple and beginner-friendly beanie using just one skein of yarn and about a half-hour to spare!

Finished Measurements:
Brim circumference: approximately 20 inches (51 centimeters). Can be stretched to fit 24 inches (61 centimeters)
Beanie height: approximately 7.5 inches (19 centimeters)

Level:
Beginner! Requires familiarity with the stitches and terms used below.

Stitches/Terms Used (US Terminology):
MR: magic ring (a.k.a. magic circle, magic loop)
Ch: chain
Sc: single crochet
Dc: double crochet
Sl st: slip stitch
Inc: increase (two sc in same stitch)
Inc-dc: increase double crochet (two dc in same stitch)
BLO: back loops only

Materials:
Super bulky (6) weight yarn
(I used one skein of Lion Brand’s Wool-Ease® Thick & Quick® Yarn)
9.00 mm crochet hook
Scissors
Optional: yarn needle

Please also check out my blog post for some “customization” ideas to make this beanie unique and your very own!

Happy crocheting!

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