As already mentioned in men’s mesh scarf, the real challenge for making products for elder people is the choice of colour and usage of the item. Close knit items are always preferred when making a winter wear for men.
With safe colours as shades of grey, brown, blue, and green, and black already in my mind, I chose slate or ash colour (i.e. shade of grey) for making a beanie. Since the colour is rich, the pattern can be simple to maintain the balance. It can also be worn as a beanie-scarf set. The men’s Wavy Scarf (coming in next post) and men’s Ash-Lead Beanie can be paired together. Though they represent different shades of grey, it can still be complimented with a white-colored sweater. The richness of the colour makes it suitable for a middle-aged adult man too.
Process:
The beanie is the basic beanie with different gauge and thickness of wool. Though the pattern is simple double crochet stitched beanie, the thickness of the wool gives a different look.
The beanie height is 9.5″ and hat circumference is 23-24″. It gives a slouchy effect but that depends on the size of the head of the customer.
Body:-
R1: Started with a magic circle, and 12 Double Crochet stitches (DC), join at the beginning. Total 12 DC.
R2: Ch 2, 2 DC in each DC; repeat –, join at the beginning. Total 24 DC.
R3: Ch 2, 2 DC in next DC, DC in next DC; repeat –, join at the beginning. Total 36 DC.
R4: Ch 2, 2 DC in next DC, DC in next 2 DC; repeat –, join at the beginning. Total 48 DC.
R5: Ch 2, 2 DC in next DC, DC in next 3 DC; repeat –, join at the beginning. Total 60 DC.
Note: The total counts should be greater than 60 for any adult hat. It depends on the yarn, chosen crochet hook and your strength applied in each stitch.
R6: Ch 2, 2 DC in next DC, DC in next 4 DC; repeat –, join at the beginning. Total 72 DC.
R7: DC in each DC, join at the beginning. Total 72 DC.
R8-R13: Repeat R7.
R14: Single Crochet (SC) in each DC for edging.
Product Specifications:
Defining Dimensions:-
- Height for an adult man hat: 9.5″
- Circumference: 23″-24″
The sizes could be altered based on the count of the stitches for the rows.
Optional Alterations:-
- For edging, you can use fur, Crab Stitch, Herringbone Half Double Crochet (HHDC) or Slip Stitch of same or contrasting colours.
- One line of contrast colour edging – White, Creme, Maroon, lighter shades of blue, lime, yellow.
- You can increase the base diameter to give a more slouchy feel. Also, increase the height of the beanie.
- You can increase the Brim by more than 1 row to define a brim.
Remember: do not over accessorise it. This hides the beauty of the pattern itself. Believe in elegance simplicity!!
In case, you have stuck anywhere or have any queries, kindly contact me.
Men’s Ash-Lead Beanie
Style Aisle:
- Select the yarn colour matching with your winter wear. Try out the Hat-Scarf combo, Hat-Gloves combo of the same pattern.
- Choose the contrast colours matching with your jacket.
- Choose the wool colour based on the palette in the wardrobe. Experiment and enjoy the beautiful colours.
Materials:
- Yarn: Jo-Ann Big Twist Chunky – Slate
- Crochet Hook: 6.5mm
- Needles
- Scissors
- Measuring Tape
- Stitch Marker: My stitch markers are the mini safety pins we get from clothing tags.
Happy Crocheting!!!
APPENDIX
Care Instructions:
Quality Promise: If washed with care then the neat stitch guarantees perfection up to multiple washes. The wool quality might stretch upon multiple uses.
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I can’t figure this pattern out. Ok, I can read an understand to make the circle ⭕️ part of the beanie, but in looking at the 2 nd and 3rd picture you have I am confused on what I am to crochet in order to give the hat the structure to cover ears so it looks like a beanie. Can you help, please
Hi Vicky,
For the beanie, you need to start with the base, i.e. the circle. Once the diameter is set (60-84 counts in the last row), you have to stop the increase of the counts and just continue every row with the same stitch till you get the height. The circle will convert into a beanie.
I hope this helps. If not then have a look at this video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtJjxsGqf6g
Let me know if it is helpful or not.
Happy Crocheting!
Apeksha.