Hello hello!
Do you guys remember the beloved Costa beanie? The one I posted 5 years ago?
Well, that was my very first (or maybe second?) crochet beanie. And I didn’t do the full pattern (only adult size, I think?). Anyway, I have been crocheting the Super Bulky version for some time now, but for some reason (don’t ask me why) I haven’t shared the pattern!
No, no because I didn’t want to, just because I keep forgetting or I have another pattern *more exciting* than this classic beanie to share.
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This beanie is simple, and takes little to no time to make and guess what, it is perfect for market prep!
Yes, you read that right. I’m in the middle of market prep and this beanie is one of those staple beanies in my inventory. You already know me, when preparing for markets, I need a nice-looking beanie, that I can make in an hour or under so I can make a bunch!
The Costa beanie is easy, quick to make and oh-so-cozy!
A one-ball project
No matter what size you want to make, you only need one ball of Wool-Ease Thick & Quick to make this beanie.
Just keep in mind, that not all colours have the same amount of yarn in them, so make sure you are getting the ones with 170g in them.
With that, you can make the adult size and any size below!
Another good reason to make this beanie, am I right?
Market best-sellers
I already said it, but I will repeat this over and over, if you are planning on attending markets, signing up for a market, or selling online, you need to be strategic about the products you bring, I always recommend finding beanies that are pretty (obviously), but that are also simple & quick to make, this will allow you to make more of them, quicker and make more money 🙂
This beanie is also super warm, as it has a folded brim, making it perfect for cold winter months (especially here in Canada).
You can add a nice pompom or leave it as is, whatever your preferences are, this beanie will be a best-seller, for sure!
If you would like the ad-free printable pattern PDF, you can get it from Etsy or My Shop. Complete written instructions with images to follow along and sizes from 0-3 to adult!
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Follow along with the video tutorial on YouTube!
Stitches you should know
- Chain
- Slip stitch
- Half double crochet
Yarn
Super Bulky weight yarn, I used Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick
0-3 (13”-15” Head circumference): 60g/34m
3-6 Months (15”-17” Head circumference): 70g/40m
6-12 Months (16”-19” Head circumference): 96g/55m
Toddler (18”-20” Head circumference): 130g/74m
Child (19”-21” Head circumference): 150g/86m
Adult (23”-24” Head circumference): 163g/93m
Notions
Sizes
0-3 to Adult
Gauge
Blo hdc 4″x4″: 8 sts x 5 rows
Abbreviations
This pattern uses US standard terms
- Ch(s): Chain(s)
- St(s): Stitch (es)
- SS: Slip Stitch
- HDC: Half double crochet
- BLO: Back loop only (see below)
Special Stitches
Back loop only: You are inserting your hook in the back loop of the stitch only, as opposed to the normal way where you would insert your hook in both loops (front and back).
Patterns
0-3 Months
Ch 16 and leave a 3″ tail
Row 1: hdc into the second ch from the hook, repeat all the way down to the last 2 chs, ss 2 (15). Ch 1 and turn.
Row 2: blo ss into the next 2 sts, then blo hdc all the way across to the end of the row. (15). Ch 1 and turn.
Row 3: blo hdc all the way across to the last 2 sts, blo ss into the next 2 sts (15). Ch 1 and turn.
Alternate rows 2 and 3 until you have completed 14 rows.
You should have ended at the bottom of your beanie (the wider part).
Fold your beanie (not a wrong or right side yet). Now from the bottom, you will start ss all the way up to the top of your beanie, connecting both sides. You should have 15 ss.
Once you get to the last st, make a small knot with the tail from the ch. Now with a whip stitch pass your yarn through the loops on the top, pull tight to close and fasten off.
Turn your hat right side out, attach a pompom, and a tag and voilà! You are done!
3-6 Months
Ch 18 and leave a 3″ tail
Row 1: hdc into the second ch from the hook, repeat all the way down to the last 2 chs, ss 2 (17). Ch 1 and turn.
Row 2: blo ss into the next 2 sts, then blo hdc all the way across to the end of the row. (17). Ch 1 and turn.
Row 3: blo hdc all the way across to the last 2 sts, blo ss into the next 2 sts (17). Ch 1 and turn.
Alternate rows 2 and 3 until you have completed 16 rows.
You should have ended at the bottom of your beanie (the wider part).
Fold your beanie (not a wrong or right side yet). Now from the bottom, you will start ss all the way up to the top of your beanie, connecting both sides. You should have 17 ss.
Once you get to the last st, make a small knot with the tail from the ch. Now with a whip stitch pass your yarn through the loops on the top, pull tight to close and fasten off.
Turn your hat right side out, attach a pompom, and a tag and voilà! You are done!
6-12 Months
Ch 20 and leave a 3″ tail
Row 1: hdc into the second ch from the hook, repeat all the way down to the last 2 chs, ss 2 (19). Ch 1 and turn.
Row 2: blo ss into the next 2 sts, then blo hdc all the way across to the end of the row. (19). Ch 1 and turn
Row 3: blo hdc all the way across to the last 2 sts, blo ss into the next 2 sts (19). Ch 1 and turn.
Alternate rows 2 and 3 until you have completed 18 rows.
You should have ended at the bottom of your beanie (the wider part).
Fold your beanie (not a wrong or right side yet). Now from the bottom, you will start ss all the way up to the top of your beanie, connecting both sides. You should have 19 ss.
Once you get to the last st, make a small knot with the tail from the ch. Now with a whip stitch pass your yarn through the loops on the top, pull tight to close and fasten off.
Turn your hat right side out, attach a pompom, and a tag and voilà! You are done!
Toddler (1-3 y)
Ch 24 and leave a 3″ tail
Row 1: hdc into the second ch from the hook, repeat all the way down to the last 2 chs, ss 2 (23). Ch 1 and turn.
Row 2: blo ss into the next 2 sts, then blo hdc all the way across to the end of the row. (23). Ch 1 and turn.
Row 3: blo hdc all the way across to the last 2 sts, blo ss into the next 2 sts (23). Ch 1 and turn.
Alternate rows 2 and 3 until you have completed 20 rows.
You should have ended at the bottom of your beanie (the wider part).
Fold your beanie (not a wrong or right side yet). Now from the bottom, you will start ss all the way up to the top of your beanie, connecting both sides. You should have 23 ss.
Once you get to the last st, make a small knot with the tail from the ch. Now with a whip stitch pass your yarn through the loops on the top, pull tight to close and fasten off.
Turn your hat right side out, attach a pompom, and a tag and voilà! You are done!
Child (4-10 y)
Ch 25 and leave a 3″ tail
Row 1: hdc into the second ch from the hook, repeat all the way down to the last 3 chs, ss 3 (24). Ch 1 and turn.
Row 2: blo ss into the next 3 sts, then blo hdc all the way across to the end of the row. (24). Ch 1 and turn.
Row 3: blo hdc all the way across to the last 3 sts, blo ss into the next 3 sts (24). Ch 1 and turn.
Alternate rows 2 and 3 until you have completed 22 rows.
You should have ended at the bottom of your beanie (the wider part).
Fold your beanie (not a wrong or right side yet). Now from the bottom, you will start ss all the way up to the top of your beanie, connecting both sides. You should have 24 ss.
Once you get to the last st, make a small knot with the tail from the ch. Now with a whip stitch pass your yarn through the loops on the top, pull tight to close and fasten off.
Turn your hat right side out, attach a pompom, and a tag and voilà! You are done!
Adult
Ch 27 and leave a 3″ tail
Row 1: hdc into the second ch from the hook, repeat all the way down to the last 3 chs, ss 3 (26). Ch 1 and turn.
Row 2: blo ss into the next 3 sts, then blo hdc all the way across to the end of the row. (26). Ch 1 and turn.
Row 3: blo hdc all the way across to the last 3 sts, blo ss into the next 3 sts (26). Ch 1 and turn.
Alternate rows 2 and 3 until you have completed 24 rows.
You should have ended at the bottom of your beanie (the wider part).
Fold your beanie (not a wrong or right side yet). Now from the bottom, you will start ss all the way up to the top of your beanie, connecting both sides. You should have 26 ss.
Once you get to the last st, make a small knot with the tail from the ch. Now with a whip stitch pass your yarn through the loops on the top, pull tight to close and fasten off.
Turn your hat right side out, attach a pompom, and a tag and voilà! You are done!
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Happy Crochet! – Dani
Loved this! I had a bunch in my stash of the thick n quick and couldn’t decide what to make with it! Super easy and quick! Made.mine in 2 hours! Great job!
Hi Daniela,
I absolutely love this beanie pattern and working on the 0-3 month size. Quick question – when it says to repeat rows 2 and 3 until you get 14 rows; does that include the initial rows 1-3? In other words is it 14 rows in total or is the repeat 14 rows? I hope my question makes sense. Thank you and I look forward to your response. Donna
Hi there! No, just rows 2 and 3. You alternate them until you completed the indicated numbers of rows.