The Ridgeline Beanie has been one of my favorite designs so far. It’s an easy stitch to work with only a one round repeat. This bottom up beanie works up quickly in a solid color or multiple colors.
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ABBREVIATIONS:
- ch – chain
- yo – yarn over
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- sl st(s) – slip stitch(es)
- sc – single crochet
- sc2tog – sc two together
- hdc – half double crochet
- BLO – back loop only
- slstDEC – slip stitch decrease
- hdcDEC – half double crochet decrease
- PM – place marker
MATERIALS:
- I/5.5mm hook
- 1 ball of Red Heart Super Saver Ombre (Deep Teal)
- Small amount of grey for brim OR
Approx. 180 yards of ww (#4) yarn - Darning needle
- Tape measure
- Scissors
- Stitch marker
- Pom pom (optional)
NOTES:
- Read through the entire pattern before you begin.
- The Ridgeline Beanie is an advanced beginner 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 and turned each round using the invisible join method (described below).
- You can use any size yarn and hook for this pattern, just note that the yardage and dimensions will be different than stated.
- 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.
Dimensions: Fits head circumference of approx. 21″ – 22″ and is approx. 8″ tall from bottom of brim.
Gauge: 7 st and 9 rows = 2″ in pattern.
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Pattern Inspiration:
The very first pattern I designed using this stitch was the Ridgeline Pumpkin, a fun decoration to make for fall or Halloween. I love the texture that is created by alternating half double crochet and slip stitches. One day I was experimenting with stitches and just love how this pattern looks when alternating colors.
The Ridgeline Skinny Scarf, Mug Cozy and Mug Rug are also fee patterns on the blog. To view these patterns click on the photos below. This stitch works well with so many projects!
TESTER PHOTOS
I could not have brought this pattern to life without the help of my fabulous testing team! Check out their versions below.
Special Stitches:
slstDEC: Insert hook into st, yo, pull up loop (2 loops on hook), insert into next st, yo, pull through all loops on hook.
hdcDEC: Yo, insert hook into st, yo and pull up a loop (3 loops on hook), yo and insert hook into next st, yo and pull up loop (5 loops on hook), yo and pull through all loops on hook.
Invisible Join and Turn:
Step 1: After completing the last st of round, remove hook from loop. Bring working yarn from back to front.
Step 2: Insert hook from back to front in first st of round.
Step 3: Pull loop through first st, place stitch marker in the same st. Turn. Place the last st of each round where marker is.
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
Row 1: With brim color, ch 7, sc in second ch from hook, 4 sc in BLO, sc. Turn (6)
Row 2: ch 1, sc, 4 sc in BLO, sc. Turn. (6)
Rows 3-68: Repeat row 2 (or until desired width). The brim should measure approx. 20″ slightly stretched. Do not cut yarn.
Bring the two ends of the brim together, making sure not to twist the brim and sl st though both stitches across (6)
Turn your brim so the sl st(s) are on the inside. Start working the beanie body in the round.
BEANIE BODY
R1: With main color, placing 1 st in each row end of brimg, *hdc, sl st* repeat from * to * around. Invisible join and turn. PM (68) (see instructions above)
R2: *hdc, sl st* repeat from * to * around. Last st is placed where the marker is. Invisible join and turn. PM (68)
R3-20: Repeat R2. Your beanie should be approx. 6.5″ from bottom of brim at this point.
NOTE: If you would like to make this beanie into a slouch, continue repeating R2 in multiples of 2 and then continue to R21.
R21: hdc, sl st, hdc, slstDEC, hdcDEC, continue repeating the following sequence over the next 6 st(s) *sl st, hdc*
**Repeat from * to * over the next 6 st(s), slstDEC, hdcDEC**
repeat from ** to ** 4 more times, slstDEC, hdcDEC, sl st. Invisible Join and Turn. (54)
R22: *hdc, sl st* repeat from * to * around. Invisible Join and Turn. PM(54)
R23: hdc, sl st, hdc, slstDEC, hdcDEC, **continue repeating the following sequence over the next 4 st(s) *sl st, hdc*, slstDEC hdcDEC**
Repeat from ** to ** 4 more times ,
sl st, hdc, slstDEC, hdcDEC, sl st. Invisible Join and Turn. PM (40)
R24: *hdc, sl st* Repeat from * to * around. Invisible join and turn. PM (40)
R25: hdc, slstDEC, hdcDEC, *sl st, hdc, slstDEC, hdcDEC* repeat from * to * until last 5 st. sl st, hdc, sl stDEC, sl st. Invisivle join and turn. PM (27)
R26: sc2tog around until last st, sl st. Invisible join and turn. (14)
Messy Bun Option:
Cut yarn and weave in ends.
R27: sc around. Invisible join to first st. (14)
Cut yarn leaving a long tail. Thread yarn through a darning needle and weave through every stitch and pull tight. I made my own pom pom from yarn, because I had some extra and attached it to the top of the beanie and finished off.
Congratulations!
Your Ridgeline Beanie is now complete!
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