FREE PATTERN WITH VIDEO TUTORIAL
Camellias are a kind of flower, that can actually bloom in Winter, with a lovely set of layered petals. Those features, matched with a chunky and slouchy hat, were the perfect inspiration for the Camellia Beanie design.
A nice and comfortable fit for adults, with a subtle drape on the back. To be made both in the round and back and forth, constructed of two pieces, which will be joined by a seam at the end of the project.
Including double crochet clusters and increases in the body of the hat, to draw that growing flower that blooms from the crown. And back loop single crochets, to make the ribbing band, that will adjust softly to the head. An easy level pattern, because of the repetitive crochet pattern, totally suitable, if you already have basic crochet knowledge.
SPECIAL STITCHES
2 double crochet cluster (2-dc cl): Two double crochets, closed together and made in one same stitch. Yarn over, insert hook in next st, yarn over, pull through the st, yarn over, pull through two loops on the hook, yarn over, insert hook in same st, yarn over, pull through the st, yarn over, pull through two loops on the hook, yarn over and pull through the three loops on the hook, ch 1 to close.
3 double crochet cluster (3-dc cl): Three double crochets, closed together and made in one same stitch. Yarn over, insert hook in next st, yarn over, pull through the st, yarn over, pull through two loops on the hook, (yarn over, insert hook in same st, yarn over, pull through the st, yarn over, pull through two loops on the hook) twice, yarn over and pull through the four loops on the hook, ch 1 to close.
Back loop single crochet: Single crochet, made in back loop of stitches from last round. Insert the hook in bl of next st, yarn over, pull through the st, yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook.
Cute little bumps to create texture. Once you start, it will be hard to put down, because you will move along so fast, with every round. Chart and video tutorial will be essential for the making, for little, but important details on the beginning and end of rounds, and the finishing with the seam. Additional photos included in this post too, for more step by step still shots if you need.
If you want the formatted, ad free, 9 page PDF document (with written instructions, chart and more than 50 images in photo tutorials) of the Camellia Beanie, this is available in my pattern stores (Ravelry, Etsy, Lovecrochet) for USD $2.50.
Bulky yarn is ideal for the proyect, and practically any color will look great, as long as it’s not a super dark shade. The combination of acrylic and heavier weight, allows that lovely drape for a slouchier, more relaxed feel. Joining technique to complete it, will also help to create that contrast in shapes.
SUGGESTED MATERIALS
- 6 mm (J10) crochet hook
- One 200 gr/ 7 oz (226 m/ 247 yd) skein of bulky weight Lion Brand Color Made Easy yarn (100% acrylic) in MINERAL YELLOW 159 *NOTE: YARN USED FOR THIS PATTERN IS CURRENTLY DISCONTINUED, USE YARDAGE AND GAUGE INFO TO FIND A SUITABLE REPLACEMENT.
- Tapestry needle
- Measuring tape
- Scissors
FINISHED SIZE: 12.4” x 9.8”/ 31.5 cm x 25 cm
GAUGE (double crochets): 11 sts x 5.5 rows= 4”/ 10 cm
SKILL LEVEL
Easy: This design includes basic crochet stitches, simple finishing and construction techniques.
STITCH GUIDE
- R: row
- Rnd: round
- Ch: chain
- St(s): stitch(es)
- Sl st: slip stitch
- Cl: cluster
- Sc: single crochet
- Dc: double crochet
- Bl: back loop
- Sp: space
- Sk: skip
- Rep: repeat
- RS: right side
- WS: wrong side
NOTES
- When crocheting in the round, in closed rounds, with dc, ch 3 to begin every Rnd, these 3 ch replace the first dc.
- When crocheting in the round, in closed rounds, with dc cl, ch 2 to begin every Rnd, these 2 ch replace the first dc of the cl.
- When closing every Rnd, with dc cl, sl st in first dc cl of the Rnd, by skipping beginning 2 ch
- When crocheting back and forth, with bl sc, ch 1 to begin every R, this ch does not count as a st.
CAMELLIA BEANIE
MAIN PIECE
Crocheted in the round, in closed rounds, starting from the crown (support chart with symbols below in this same post). Make a magic/slip ring.
Rnd 1: Ch 3, 9 dc inside the ring, sl st in third ch= 10 sts
Rnd 2: (Ch 2, 2-dc cl, ch 1) in first st, *(3-dc cl, ch 1) in next st, rep from * all around, sl st in first dc cl= Ten 3-dc cl and ten ch-1 sp
Rnd 3: (Sl st 1, ch 2, 2-dc cl, ch 1, 3-dc cl, ch 1) in ch-1 sp, sk next cl *(3-dc cl, ch 1) twice in next ch-1 sp, sk next cl, rep from * all around, sl st in first dc cl= Twenty 3-dc cl and twenty ch-1 sp
Rnd 4: (Sl st 1, ch 2, 2-dc cl, ch 1) in ch-1 sp, sk next cl, *(3-dc cl, ch 1) in next ch-1 sp, sk next cl, rep from * all around, sl st in first dc cl= Twenty 3-dc cl and twenty ch-1 sp
Rnd 5: (Sl st 1, ch 2, 2-dc cl, ch 1) in ch-1 sp, sk next cl, [(3-dc cl, ch 1) twice in next ch-1 sp, sk next cl, (3-dc cl, ch 1) in next ch-1 sp, sk next cl] rep [ ] 9 times, (3-dc cl, ch 1) twice in next ch-1 sp, sk next cl, sl st in first dc cl= Thirty 3-dc cl and thirty ch-1 sp
Rnd 6: (Sl st 1, ch 2, 2-dc cl, ch 1) in ch-1 sp, sk next cl, *(3-dc cl, ch 1) in next ch-1 sp, sk next cl, rep from * all around, sl st in first dc cl= Thirty 3-dc cl and thirty ch-1 sp
Rnd 7-12: Rep. Rnd 6
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
RIBBING
Crocheted back and forth, starting from one end. Ch 5.
R1: Starting in second ch from the hook, sc 4, turn= 4 sts
R2-60: Ch 1, bl sc 4, turn= 4 sts
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Weave in beginning tail.
FINISHING
JOINING THE MAIN PIECE WITH THE RIBBING
With tapestry needle, sew one edge of the ribbing, all around the edge of the main piece, on the RS, by joining one st from each row of the ribbing, with one dc cl and one ch-1 space, alternately. After sewing around the complete edge, join both ends of the ribbing, on the WS. Fasten off and weave in all ends.
Your Camellia Beanie is ready to wear, for both cool weather and looks.
You’ll want to make more than one, and in many other colors. It’s also a great choice to give as a present for fashionable friends. Share with the hashtag #camellibeanie or tag me on my Instagram profile @chabepatterns for me to see your own beautiful slouchy beanies.
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