crochet chunky beanie tutorial | easy fitted beanie pattern for beginners! 🤍

i'm so glad to FINALLY get this updated chunky beanie tutorial out! y'all have been asking for it so she's here, and what i love most about this beanie pattern is that it has a fitted/tapered shape so you're not left with a ton of excess beanie fabric 🤎
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[@ChouetteViolette]

I watched a similar video from a different person and was SO confused I can’t tell you. I’m a beginner but I couldn’t even follow the super simple plan. Yours actually made sense because you demonstrated and explained several things she considered things you’d already know. Thank you!

[@ruthortega7233]

Love this pattern! Love the fact that it doesn’t leave the chunky top! Perfect!!! Simply perfect!!!! I’m on my second one and I get so many compliments on my beanie! Thank you so much for doing this.

[@ayeshasruti]

Thanks for such a lovely tutorial! I've already made a bunch of beanies as gifts for friends :)

[@queenv3]

I love this beanie and think it will be my first project. I recently started crocheting again, I made blankets and throws in the 70's, so basically I'm a beginner and you made this look so easy. I found your channel a few days ago and love you and your content so much. Thanks for sharing this cool pattern.

[@itserinb]

I appreciate you so much Victoria thank you for saying that! 💓

[@evanblix781]

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[@13unoo]

Timestamps for references (and for myself !!) 1:58 and 3:05 . First one already has the extra chain , second starts with showing the extra chain and 8:22 to finish 🖤🫶🏼 also, i love this!! Currently trying to get back into crocheting, and its been a bit cold !! Making a beanie for my dad as a Christmas present !!

[@kaitlinkrauja5400]

I made a purple hat for my 1 year old! I did 16+1 chain and 12 rows. Slip stitched the last 6 every other row. Now I want to make one for my 4 year old and myself too! Thank you for clearly showing and explaining everything you were doing

[@archanamaria2136]

Hi. Do you remember the number of chains and stitches u did for ur 4 yr old. Planning to make gift for my friends kid. Thanks

[@md_jashim]

I recently made a beanie a similar way but instead of slip stitches I used single crochet with weight 4 yarn Came out beautiful just like this. Took me 10 freakin hours tho. Worth it 💙

[@shareea9352]

How many did you have in your starting chain?!

[@sunshiine0827]

I'm using a 4 weight as well. How many did you use for your starting chain?

[@chelseaandhobbes]

I’m pretty new to crochet this pattern also took me 10 hours 😅

[@joycehurt7875]

​@@shareea9352 says up in the left corner 24

[@carolmanning1333]

Ten hours....

[@roanoke7551]

I did it!! My first crochet project and it turned out great. The video was simple to follow and everything fell into place as it was meant to. Took me two days but the hat is here and looking fabulous.

[@itserinb]

Heck yes!!! We love to hear it 🥰💖

[@JasonMitchell-h1c]

I tried to make it and in the beginning hers was strait and mine was all curly so maybe it was my tension but idk

[@claudiamartins8669]

This is the 2cd design I used for crocheting a beannie. Loved the direction to slip stitch every other row on the top making it much less bulky.Loved the final product. Thank you.

[@jennaconnolly6158]

this is my second project and it turned out lovely !! the instructions were so easy to follow. i def made a couple mistakes and had to try closing the top several times before i could get it all the way closed but it all worked out in the end and still looks super nice

[@itserinb]

Yay so glad this worked out for you! 💖

[@dinoferrari8671]

Would like to know if the yarn is Super Bulky #6? I have a couple of balls in the the same yarn and it shows that I am to use a 9 mm hook? Can you provide the finished measurements of how wide and long? Kindest regards, Nancy :)

[@jettef.2928]

looks amazing! i‘ve always found the bulky ends of crochet beanies unpleasant but now i know a solution to the problem :)

[@itserinb]

Yes I hate the extra beanie fabric so this pattern is perfect for a more fitted look 🤍

[@correanpariseau3911]

Im new to your channel and I would like to say you are a fantastic teacher . Your voice is so clear , the pace in which you show the stitches and talk as you instruct are easy to follow . I tried to make a hat with similar stitches from another channel and failed miserably. I came across your video and tried again this time I caught on. I really wanted to learn how to make a hat. You have given me the confidence i needed to keep going.I really appreciate the time you take to teach crochete. I will forever be grateful ❤

[@itserinb]

you are so sweet, thank you for sharing this with me!! hearing that i was able to teach you in a way that you understand is my most flattering compliment, i appreciate you

[@lilliang6744]

I just made this and it turned out so good ! I love it so much. One tip I would have is to put a stitch marker where you do the slip stitches so you don’t have to count. 💕 love this pattern so much ❤️

[@mactollini4592]

How long did this take you to make

[@elizabethsullivan4997]

This tip saved me!!!

[@Malthedragon]

I just made this beanie for my boyfriend. I followed along with your video but I changed out the yarn color every other row to make black and white stripes. It's a little messy since I have to tie them together but it still turned out great :) its so cozy. thank you for your video!

[@itserinb]

Yay!! ❤️❤️

[@alifiyalakhani]

Thank you so much for this easy to understand tutorial. Finally one decent beanie i achieved and took me about 3 hours to make this. ❤😊

[@jadalindberg3572]

I’ve been crocheting ever since I was 8 yrs old. But have only recently branched out from scarfs and blankets. Will be attempting this pattern soon! Thank you 😀

[@helenmichelbach2345]

I had a lot of fun crocheting this beanie with your pattern. I used a smaller hook, so it turned out a bit stiffer, and I also chained 31 in the beginning (so 22 Half double crochets and 9 slip Stiches for me). It only took three or four hours to create a very nice and useful piece! Thank you for that pattern!

[@itserinb]

Thank you so much for the kind comment! 💖

[@LuiseSaray]

What hook did you use? Because I’m also using a smaller hook but I’m unsure how many I should chain up

[@sherrywhitby252]

What an awesome video! Thank you for sharing. I had bought a bunch of wool ease on sale and this is the perfect project for it. I made 1 already. It was so easy to follow along and the pattern was relaxing. Thanks again 😊

[@caylahelen4920]

i’ve been looking for a beanie pattern where the top of the hat doesn’t scrunch up all together bc i never like the way it looks so thank you for this!! your hat looks so nice i’m definitely going to try this

[@abigailsalmanac]

Thank you for this pattern!! And girl you are so freaking pretty 😭😭

[@itserinb]

Bahhh I appreciate you!! Thank you for being here 🥰

[@susieinthecountry4434]

excellent clear instructions with directions on the video, perfect. Especially helpful is the shaping at the top of the hat. thanks for sharing this idea♥

[@itserinb]

Aww thank you so much!! 💖

[@bronwynsturges]

Winter here in South Africa so time for beanies, scarves and gloves! Thanks for a great tutorial Erin💜

[@JadaRaq]

This is the perfect beanie pattern I love it so much and I plan to use this tutorial to make all of my family beanies this year tysm 🩷

[@itserinb]

Oh thank you so much!! 💖💖

[@lyricsornah9882]

Just made this. “My experience no hate I appreciate this as a guide.” So if you have a large head 23” it’s going to be 36 rows. BUT I did the length of around 11 in or chain of 27 and it’s a perfect guy hat. Def should be longer for women unless you like the style of a shorter hat.

[@coleypark7121]

So did you do 27 founding chains and 36 rows altogether. If so. How many slip stitches did you do having adjusted the length?

[@raynaevans5817]

@@coleypark7121I had my bf do the math, lmao, it should be 19 hdc and 8 ss

[@lunarose998]

Thank you so much! This beanie pattern is so good! And works up so quickly I’ve been able to watch Halloween movies and finish a beanie every movie! They’re looking so cute specially with a Pom Pom at the top! Plus it’s so easy to adjust to make it fit my family members heads!😂

[@itserinb]

Ahhh I love that you’ve been using this for multiple sizes!! It’s so thick and warm I love it ❤️

[@dianagomez3946]

This is perfect! I just started to learn how to crochet a couple weeks ago and your videos are my favorite!

[@itserinb]

Thank you! 💓

[@sherylneckritz7107]

I'm tempted to try this. I'm a beginner and have had success crocheting scarves. Is this project easy enough for a newbie?

[@JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts]

I have to try this one. I have not seen this technique with HDC and I prefer it to the slip stitch versions which have tried and not had success with them. I think my tension is too tight. lol Thanks for sharing. ❤

[@itserinb]

Thank you for your support! ❤️

[@chauminhpham6351]

Completed this and love it! I had to start over at one point because I did not do a proper job at counting when I did the pattern.

[@kaylashirkey7115]

This was a great tutorial and super easy to follow! Unfortunately I made a mushroom not a hat but I will be trying again!

[@blxssmss1764]

This was so so cute and easy and I’m in love with the final product! Only took me 4 hours :))

[@carolynlawrence7548]

Love this pattern. As a newbie I learned so much. Thank you!

[@itserinb]

You’re so welcome! 💖

[@Soul_lessArt]

This is a very easy pattern I made it for my dad for his birthday

[@hannahengom]

This is amazing! Only my third crochet project and the beanie turned out perfect. This tutorial is so simple and is soooo cute! Thank you so much

[@WitheredEmerald]

Would love the measurments of the beanie as I'm scared of spending all the time to make it and then have it be too big or too small..

[@itserinb]

You can customize the amount of rows needed for your own head. As you add on rows, check to see if the first and last rows stretch to reach around your head, once it’s large enough you can seam it up ❤️

[@miiilkook7008]

I just finished it. It was super easy to make! I love the way it turned out😆💗

[@limi484]

how much yarn did you need? :)

[@deajae3030]

That’s a great technique for the top.

[@itserinb]

I think so too!

[@dazedanconfused34]

Thank you! You give directions so easily

[@ez2427]

i made a chunky beanie using the LionBrand Wool Ease thick & quick stripes in red beacon and solid in cranberry!! it looks really nice! 🥹

[@Esme.21]

Thank you for this video I have successfully made my very first warm fuzzy beanie 😊

[@baileyleavitt5962]

I love this pattern!! This is my second project and this is so easy to follow and get the hang of after a slight learning curve! I am so excited to make more of these!

[@aminahaliu6371]

This exactly what we all needed! I definitely want to try this pattern soon because I've only ever loom knit beanies before 🧶🧶🧶 I love your videos & welcoming personality, Erin!

[@itserinb]

Yes give this a try!! Super quick cause it’s so thick 🤍

[@carolyndelfino2211]

Hi Erin, question, I have a lot of 5 weight yarn and would like to make this beanie, would I use same hook and amount of stitches. Thank you

[@BrianaLeeker-s3f]

How would we adjust for different sizes? Do you have a formula used so I can calculate how many HDC and Slip stiches I need when I change the chain amount? I love this pattern so much and it took me a few times and i ended up switching to a lighter yarn while i learn the pattern so i can see better. Making my boyfriend one for christmas so for now im adjusting how many rows I do and hoping it fits with me measuring often.

[@Muttuary]

Love this!! This was my 5th crochet project and I’m so happy with the results 💕

[@yaycaffeine]

I always leave long tails to weave in because I'm worried about my work potentially coming undone. The long tail gives you wiggle room to repair it What a lovely hat 😊

[@sukiyamami]

Thank u for the tutorial. Do u think i can add more chains if i want to make it longer at the too? Thanks again!

[@emmakates]

i’ve been so ready for you to post this lol i bought my yarn for it a week ago. i just made it and it turned out great and was so quick to make!!!!

[@izzyromero9935]

THANK YOU SO MUCH 😊 this tutorial is awesome 🤩 this was my third project and WOW I’ve been able to make two beanies so far 🤯

[@itserinb]

Wooo!! That is amazing! ❣️

[@melivivanco]

So Easy ❤❤❤❤ thank You so much ❤❤❤❤❤

[@itserinb]

you're soo welcome!! 💖

[@rv3985]

May I know on round 3 did you turn again the crochet? Thanks

[@mdaddio1440]

This wool ease thick & quick super bulky yarn calls for 9mm hook, not 11mm as you say in the video.

[@jennyly81]

I have a question! When finished with row 2, do I chain 1 before starting row 3? I noticed you said to chain 1 before starting row 4, but I wasn't sure if row 3 needed a chain 1 beforehand. Thanks so much!

[@wathehelldanyell]

If I wanted to start with more on the chain, should I use the same ratios, like 7 stitches before the end to slip stitch or should it be more?

[@ellayen4783]

i have this same yarn let’s goo

[@theroxyroller]

are we supposed to chain at the end of the slipstitched rows?

[@fairy6126]

this is the best beanie pattern im making my second now 🫶🏻

[@imogeninnit]

How much yarn did you use for each hat? I’d really like to make these as Christmas gifts this year ☃️

[@nunugom2548]

@@imogeninnit Hi! If you’re making a beanie for adults then it might be like a ball of yarn and a little bit of a second ball of yarn. I haven’t crocheted a beanie yet but I saw a comment of the creator saying that her first ball of yarn ran short so she used a second one to finish the beanie. If you’re making a beanie for toddlers then I think a ball of yarn should be fine! :D

[@fairy6126]

@@imogeninnit i used the same yarn she used Lion Brand Wool Ease, 8mm crochet hook, same pattern as her, hat was for my boyfriend and it took one and a half or 3/4 balls of yarn. Second hat for me, smaller head, 6mm hook and it took one and 1/4 balls of yarn hope this helps :) im trying to figure out what i can make with the extra yarn

[@christyjeffers7889]

Do you chain 1 at the end of each row?

[@mmv2024]

This worked up so fast and looks so good! I made it with black to give my dad for Christmas. Definitely don't recommend using the black colorway of this yarn - it was so hard to see LOL

[@fsnot_mari]

wanted to share this funny i had. So i was on row 16 and noticed the top was angled. I FREAKED out. so i restarted at like row 4. then i realized that it’s not gonna be straight….. so i restarted for nothing 😂 it’s also 1am, so i am definitely not thinking

[@Yumcupkake]

Question! After the rows ending with the slip stitches, are we adding a single chain to turn?

[@nataliestetz5546]

Erin, do you have any recommendations on an alternative way to close the top of the hat? The specific yarn I’m using gets stuck between the stitches and keeps ripping when I pull it. 😢

[@Chitchat-i4n]

I made this today, thank you for making it so easy ❤

[@itserinb]

You’re welcome!! 💖

[@kalliepieri3439]

Do you chain one when starting your 3rd row? Currently working on this for a gift ☺️

[@hannahengom]

She commented on another comment saying yes, you do chain one each time!

[@joreng5606]

1st project so easy to follow 😊 thank you!

[@just_a_weirdo229]

Do you have any measurements for this? I tried following what you did and it ended up too short 😢

[@cz12342]

thank you for this erin! im having troubles figuring out how to close the top.. any tips? my whip stitch doesnt close the top completely :(

[@itserinb]

if it’s not shut completely you can also fold the opening in half and sew it closed ❤️

[@6100GG]

How many skeins required? Didn’t see in script.

[@lacieemai6103]

Thank you, already made a couple of these. Nice tutorial! 🖤

[@lovevpinkbegirly]

I want to try this! I’ve always done this with a sc instead of the sl st bc I love the look of doing the sc it’s more fitting

[@neonsvampen1]

This seems soooo much easier then knitting... i will go with this method instead xD

[@lindseymonahan8223]

what about using yarn size bulky 5? Do we still need to make them this way with the 17 back crochet and the 7 slip stitches? the numbers will vary because of the yarn thickness/size. Please help! Thanks :)

[@abbiemahnken999]

Love this pattern! I’ve been making beanies like crazy lmao. how would you change the sizing to fit a child? I would measure their head but they don’t live near me lol

[@ez2427]

look for crochet beanie size charts maybe.

[@charlenebazemore32]

Hello, so when you're doing the 7 slip stitch roll at the end, you don't chain 1 and turn

[@trudywalsh-l1o]

4:15 4:15 beautiful love the toque

[@rachellong8313]

mine somehow came out too short in length to do a flip cuff :/ not really sure what happened, my tension was good, and i used the right hook, and weight yarn..maybe my heads bigger or something lol

[@itserinb]

if it helps... i have a smaller head lol

[@sunshinepumpkin23]

Yeah same- i wanted a thicker brim to flip up and I’m unsure how I would add more to get it the length I want

[@rachellong8313]

@@sunshinepumpkin23 i’d say just manually add a brim if you’ve already started the beanie. chain the length you want, and single crochet in the second chain from the hook all the way down, slip stitch in two stitches on the base of the hat, turn your work and then single crochet in the back loops only of the chain and that’ll creat a ribbed brim

[@evacherkashyna1176]

amazing!!! first time trying to make a piece for myself and not just learn patterns, cant believe you helped me to make something so cute and cozy! just did not get if you add one more hook at the end of each row or only every second one? (sorry for my english hehe)

[@ashesatcan]

how many yards of yarn did you guys end up using? is 87 yards enough?

[@gobabe2396]

Do you have a written pattern for diff size. You did 7. You start with 24. This could would not be constant. It’s relative. WC ch 30 would have diff number for the pattern.? Thanks

[@star0dust8]

I wish the creator would reply to the people asking these questions since they have responded to others

[@bearctrlz9463]

i think 9 ss would be great for a ch 30 pattern

[@graciegentile5981]

Could this pattern be adjusted to be made with weight 5 yarn rather than 6?

[@gobabe2396]

Hi What if you ch 30 Or more. I’m Ready less What is the number for the slip stitch pattern. It couldn’t me 7. Thx

[@francescoope6575]

End of row 2 do I need to chain one and then turn for row 3 ??

[@itserinb]

YES! 💖

[@TheFluffyOracle]

Hi I'm still really new to crocheting but I was wondering if it makes a difference in what way/direction you do your yarn over? Only because I always yearn over in the opposite direction from how you do it in your video here?

[@leadelgallo1519]

Hello !! Do you know how many meters it total it takes to make the beanie ?? Just so I can buy the right amount of yarn, thank you!!

[@sarahtrimmeliti2361]

How many would you chain if making a hat for a 3-4 year old, with the same yarn?

[@stepheckstein3766]

This turned out super cute! Will be a great present for my niece!

[@mellibee7226]

Excellent video! Thank you for easy to follow guidance 🙌

[@lizbethgodoy329]

i am wondering if you’re meant to chain 1 at the end of each row or only at the end of the odd rows? does anybody know :(

[@itserinb]

Every single row!!

[@lizbethgodoy329]

@@itserinb thank you! just finished the beanie and it came out beautifully

[@lisaboone7066]

@@itserinbYour video was missing that step. Thank you for sharing!

[@chelseaandhobbes]

If the yarn was thinner would there need to be more chains?

[@itserinb]

Yes absolutely!

[@brookemaclean9800]

Ahhhh I love love love this tutorial!! Thank you Erin 💜

[@arianafernandez1268]

i love this but is it optional to not do the 7 slip stitches in row 2 and the other rows after it? sorry if you don’t understand i don’t know how to explain it. if i don’t do it would it ruin the pattern?

[@MissRuthless]

You don’t necessarily have to do them but if you don’t your hat will be pretty bulky at the top when you close it up since it’s bulky/thick yarn

[@alysecalkins1227]

Super cute 🥰 Thank you for making this tutorial Erin🙏❤️

[@sb060]

The biggest hook size I have is an 8mm. Is that okay?

[@User-m4t1z]

I have a big head and have to take that in account and add an extra row somewhere with these hat patterns. I would have really appreciated some measurements.

[@nikiclaire5668]

Place the work u have done on around ur head and keep adding rows till it fits all the way around! Good luck ! 😊

[@User-m4t1z]

@nikiclaire5668 yeah, because I don't already do that

[@aliciasierra1061]

Hey quick question are you chaining 1 after every row or only the hdc row?

[@MsLMBowman]

The Chunky Yarn Beanie pdf wasn't in any of the links you listed, just the "basic beanie" which is not the same. Do you have a pdf for this hat?

[@rayninorris4773]

how many skeins of the wool-ease did you use?

[@RikaNasty]

Will this fit men’s size too or should I adjust it?

[@itserinb]

Everyone’s head size is a little different so I would say to check the panel stretch on the head before you sew ❤️

[@charmedcourt8902]

I’ve not worked with super chunky yarn yet, did it only need 1 skein for the beanie?

[@itserinb]

I used JUST over one skein of the Lion brand wool yarn! I had to buy a second skein just to add the last three rows 🥰💓

[@hnelson5609]

​@itserinb OK, so this should have been mentioned in the description or something. I frogged mine, used tighter tension AND a smaller hook. Still not enough. So I said screw it and bought another skein.