Pretty Pathways Beanie | Free Crochet Pattern | Pine Tree Crochet

The Pretty Pathways Beanie has been one of my favorite designs so far. I say that about many of my designs, but I think the texture and color is what I love most about it. It is a fun stitch repeat to work with because of how the slip stitches float on top of the other rounds. This bottom up beanie works up quickly in a solid color, however the pattern really pops using multiple colors.

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ABBREVIATIONS:

• ch – chain
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• sl st(s) – slip stitch(es)
• sk – skip a stitch
• sc – single crochet
• hdc – half double crochet
• dc – double crochet
• dec – decrease
• mc – main color
• cc – contrasting color
• BLO – back loop only
• FLO – front loop only
• cluster – (sc, ch 1, dc) in same st
• CLdec – cluster decrease

MATERIALS:

• 1 skein of each:
  Smiley Goose Handmade – Farmhouse
  Smiley Goose Handmade – Carnival
• Or approximate ammounts of DK (#3) yarn
  150 yards (S)
  180 yards (M)
  200 yards (L)
• G/4mm hook
• darning needle
• scissors

PATTERN NOTES:

• Read through the entire pattern before you begin.
• The Pretty Pathways Beanie is an advanced pattern that is written in US terms.
• Ch 1 does not count as a stitch.
• This pattern is worked in the round, from the bottom up.
• When joining each round I used the invisible join method.
• The yarn used is quite stretchy. This pattern in designed with 2″ negative ease.
• You can use any size yarn and hook for this pattern, just note that the yardage and dimensions will be different than listed.
• Due to the nature of this stitch pattern, it is important not to make the sl st(s) too tight. If you are a tight crocheter, I would suggest going up a hook size for a looser fit, or just use a larger hook for the sl st rounds.
• All even rounds (following round 3) will be worked into the FLO of 2 rounds below.
• If you alternate colors every round using a darker color and lighter color for example, the stitch pattern is more defined.

Pattern Dimensions:

SMALL – Fits head circumference of approx. 19″ – 20″
MEDIUM – Fits head circumference of approx. 21″ – 22″
LARGE – Fits head circumference of approx. 23″ – 24″

Pattern Gauge:

Body – 10 sc and 10 rounds = 2″ in st pattern (rounds 2-11)
Brim – 10 sc and 10 rows = 2″

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In addition to the written pattern that can be viewed on the blog below, you can also purchase an easy to print pattern PDF on Ravelry that includes a very easy to follow step by step photo tutorial of working in the FLO of 2 rounds below and changing colors. Click the Ravelry graphic above to start crocheting your Pretty Pathways Beanie today!

Pattern Inspiration:

Every time I sit down to design a new pattern I usually pick the colors I want to use before the stitch pattern. This allows me to creatively think with color instead of just stitches. I love working with color and this yarn was especially fun!

My good friend Peggy suggested the Pathways name, and I think it fits the pattern perfectly! The Pretty Pathways Beanie is an advanced crochet pattern and while it is a bit more challenging than the patterns I have designed in the past, I think is it a great way to expand your crochet skills while creating a beautiful beanie. When you alternate colors every row, the pattern just pops!

Yarn Used and Alternative Suggestions:

This yarn used to crochet the Pretty Pathways Beanie is from Smiley Goose Handmade and was very nice to work with. You can find more information about the yarn by visiting the Smiley Goose Handmade Etsy shop.
Some alternative yarn brands used by my testers that matched gauge closely were Loops and Threads SugarSpun and Lionbrand Mandala Ombre. It is important to use a fairly stretchy yarn when meeting gauge, because the beanie is designed to stretch to the sizes mentioned above. There are also notes below if you prefer to alter the beanie making a different size than in the pattern.

While you are here, be sure to check out some of the other beanie patterns on the blog. Click on the photos below to view the Ridgeline Beanie, Brisdale Beanie and Coastal Waves Beanie.

TESTER PHOTOS

I could not have brought this pattern to life without the help of my fabulous testing team! Check out their versions below.

Pretty Pathways Beanie tested and crocheted (from top right to left) by Angied_sass, Nyesavannah, HookedonBostons, plischhookcrochet, Chelscrochetcreations, Lylasmom11, Duckiesgirls, Stacysecoy

I hope you like matching cozy crochet sets, because the Pretty Pathways Cowl is also on the blog, just in time for the holiday season! Click the photo below to view the pattern.

Special Stitches and Stitch Placement:

CLdec: Insert hook into FLO of 2 rows below of next 2 st, complete cluster (sc, ch 1, dc).

FLO in 2 rounds below: After you have completed R3 (or any sl st round), Turn the top of your work towards you slightly (to see the top of your stitches). Work into the FLO of 2 rounds below (this would be round 2, or any even numbered round.) You are never working in the FLO of odd numbered rounds. If you are alternating colors every round, when working the FLO of two rounds below you will always be working into the CC color.

Lets Get Started!

NOTE: To adjust the size of this pattern, be sure to start with a multiple of 2 rows for the brim of the beanie. If you adjust the size of the pattern, the amount of yarn will be different than listed above.

BRIM (All Sizes S/M/L)

Row 1: With mc, ch 11, sc in second ch from hook, 8 sc in BLO, sc. Turn (10)

Row 2: ch 1, sc, BLO 8 sc, sc. Turn. (10)

Rows 3-84(S) 92(M) 100(L): Repeat row 2 (or until desired width). Your finished brim should be approx. 18″(S) 19″(M) 20″(L) Do not cut yarn.

NOTE: If you are altering the size of the brim, be sure it is a multiple of two rows.

Fold the brim in half and place the last row on top of the first row, making sure not to twist the brim and sl st though both stitches across (10) Flip your brim so that the sl st(s) are on the inside and continue to the desired size.

SMALL:

R1: ch 1, sc in each row end of the brim. Join to first st. (84)

R2: with cc, FLO *cluster, sk. Repeat from * Join to first st. (42 clusters)
R3: with mc, FLO sl st in each sc and dc. Join to first st. (84)

NOTE: All even rounds will now be worked into the FLO of 2 rounds below.

R4: with cc, FLO hdc in each st. Join to first st. (84)

R5: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (84)

R6: with cc, FLO *cluster, sk. Repeat from * Join to first st. (42 clusters)

Rounds 7-14: Repeat rounds 3-6.

NOTE: To make the beanie taller, continue repeating rounds 3-6 until desired height.

R15: with mc, FLO sl st in each sc and dc. Join to first st. (84)

R16: with cc, FLO *5 hdc, dec. Repeat from * Join to first st. (72)

R17: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (72)

R18: with cc, FLO *cluster, sk. Repeat from * Join to first st. (36 Clusters)

R19: with mc, FLO sl st in each sc and dc. Join to first st. (72)

R20: with cc, FLO *4 hdc, dec. Repeat from * Join to first st. (60)

R21: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (60)

R22: with cc, FLO CLdec around. Join to first st. (30 clusters)

R23: with mc, FLO sl st in each sc and dc. Join to first st. (60)

R24: with cc, FLO *dec, hdc. Repeat from * Join to first st. (40)

R25: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (40)

MESSY BUN OPTION:

If you prefer a messy bun hat instead of a closed beanie, cut yarn and finish off. Continue to R26 and 27 to finish your beanie with a closed top.

R26: with cc, FLO *dec around. Join to first st. (20)

R27: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (20)

Cut yarn leaving a long tail. Thread needle and pick up all FLO st from round 26. Pull tight to close and finish off. Add a pom pom if desired.

MEDIUM:

R1: ch 1, sc in each row end of the brim. Join to first st. (92)

R2: with cc, FLO *cluster, sk. Repeat from * Join to first st. (46 clusters)

R3: with mc, FLO sl st in each sc and dc. Join to first st. (92)

NOTE: All even rounds will now be worked into the FLO of 2 rounds below.

R4: with cc, FLO hdc in each st. Join to first st. (92)

R5: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (92)

R6: with cc, FLO *cluster, sk. Repeat from * Join to first st. (46 clusters)

Rounds7-18: Repeat rounds 3-6.

NOTE: To make the beanie taller, continue repeating rounds 3-6 until desired height.

R19: with mc, FLO sl st in each sc and dc. Join to first st. (92)

R20: with cc, FLO *7 hdc, dec. Repeat from * hdc in last 2 sts. Join to first st. (82)

R21: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (82)

R22: with cc, FLO *cluster, sk. Repeat from * Join to first st. (41 Clusters)

R23: with mc, FLO sl st in each sc and dc. Join to first st. (82)

R24: with cc, FLO *6 hdc, dec. Repeat from * hdc in last 2 st. Join to first st. (72)

R25: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (72)

R26: with cc, FLO CLdec around. Join to first st. (36 clusters)

R27: with mc, FLO sl st in each sc and dc. Join to first st. (72)

R28: with cc, FLO *dec, hdc. Repeat from * Join to first st. (48)

R29: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (48)

R30: with cc, FLO * dec, 4 hdc. Repeat from * Join to first st. (40)

R31: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (40)

MESSY BUN OPTION:

If you prefer a messy bun hat instead of a closed beanie, cut yarn and finish off. Continue to R32 and 33 to finish your beanie with a closed top.

R32: with cc, FLO dec around. Join to first st. (20)

R33: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (20)

Cut yarn leaving a long tail. Thread needle and pick up all FLO st from round 32. Pull tight to close and finish off. Add a pom pom if desired.

The Pretty Pathways Beanie pictured above is size large.

The Pretty Pathways Cowl is also on the blog, you can click the photo above to go to the pattern. Be sure to keep in touch and sign up for my email list, because you won’t want to miss any of my pattern releases!

All three patterns in the Pathways set are now on the blog! Click the photo below to view the fingerless gloves pattern.

LARGE:

R1: ch 1, sc in each row end of the brim. Join to first st. (100)

R2: with cc, FLO *cluster, sk. Repeat from * Join to first st. (50 clusters)

R3: with mc, FLO sl st in each sc and dc. Join to first st. (100)

NOTE: All even rounds will now be worked into the FLO of 2 rounds below.

R4: with cc, FLO hdc in each st. Join to first st. (100)

R5: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (100)

R6: with cc, FLO *cluster, sk. Repeat from * Join to first st. (50 clusters)

Rounds 7-18: Repeat rounds 3-6.

NOTE: To make the beanie taller, continue repeating rounds 3-6 until desired height.

R19: with mc, FLO sl st in each sc and dc. Join to first st. (100)

R20: with cc, FLO *8 hdc, dec. Repeat from * Join to first st. (90)

R21: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (90)

R22: with cc, FLO *cluster, sk. Repeat from * Join to first st. (45 Clusters)

R23: with mc, FLO sl st in each sc and dc. Join to first st. (90)

R24: with cc, FLO *4 hdc, dec. Repeat from * Join to first st. (75)

R25: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (75)

R26: with cc, FLO CLdec around. hdc in last st. Join to first st. (37 clusters, 1 hdc)

R28: with cc, FLO *dec, hdc. Repeat from * Join to first st. (50)

R27: with mc, FLO sl st in each sc and dc. Join to first st. (75)

R29: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (50)

R30: with cc, FLO * 3 hdc, dec. Repeat from * Join to first st. (40)

R31: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (40)

MESSY BUN OPTION:

Cut yarn and finish off. Continue to R32 and 33 to finish your beanie with a closed top.

R32: with cc, FLO dec around. Join to first st. (20)

R33: with mc, FLO sl st in each st. Join to first st. (20)

Cut yarn leaving a long tail. Thread needle and pick up all FLO st from round 32. Pull tight to close and finish off. Add a pom pom if desired.

Congratulations!

Your Pretty Pathways Beanie is now complete!
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