Crochet Winter Hat & Scarf Set Pattern For Gifting

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Winter Hat Crochet Pattern With Fancy Decorative Stitch

This crochet hat pattern combines a basic design with a decorative crisscross stitch for added texture and flair. It is perfect for winter. The pattern is suitable for all skill levels and uses readily available materials. Follow the detailed step-by-step instructions below to create your own stylish hat.

Materials Needed

• Worsted Weight Yarn: Size 4, washer and dryer safe.
• Crochet Hook: 5.75 mm.
• Scissors: To cut the yarn.
• Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends.

Abbreviations of Stitches

• Ch: Chain.
• Sl st: Slip Stitch.
• Dc: Double Crochet.
• Hdc: Half Double Crochet.
• Sc: Single Crochet.
• MR: Magic Ring.

Introduction

This pattern creates a basic winter hat embellished with crisscross stitches for a textured appearance. The pattern involves rounds of double crochet, increasing to adjust the size, and finishing with simple rows of single crochet. You can customize the size by following the included tips.

Detailed Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Create the Base

1. Begin with a magic ring (MR) or an adjustable loop.
2. Round 1:
   • Ch 2 (counts as the first dc).
   • Make 9 dc into the center of the MR (total 10 stitches).
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   • Pull the tail to close the circle.
   • Sl st to the top of the starting Ch 2 to join.

Step 2: Increase Rounds

The following rounds build on the base circle. The goal is to increase by 10 stitches per round:

3. Round 2:
   • Ch 2 (counts as the first dc).
   • Make another dc into the same stitch.
   • Work 2 dc into each stitch all the way around (total 20 stitches).
   • Sl st to join.
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4. Round 3:
   • Ch 2, dc into the same stitch.
   • Work a pattern of 2 dc in one stitch, 1 dc in the next all the way around (2-1 pattern).
   • Finish with 30 stitches total. Sl st to join.
5. Round 4:
   • Ch 2, dc into the same stitch.
   • Work a pattern of 2 dc in one stitch, 1 dc in the next 2 stitches (2-1-1 pattern) all the way around.
   • Finish with 40 stitches total. Sl st to join.
6. Round 5:
   • Ch 2, dc into the same stitch.
   • Work a pattern of 2 dc in one stitch, 1 dc in the next 3 stitches (2-1-1-1 pattern).
   • Finish with 50 stitches total. Sl st to join.
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7. Round 6 (Final Increase Round):
   • Ch 2, dc into the same stitch.
   • Work a pattern of 2 dc in one stitch, 1 dc in the next 4 stitches (2-1-1-1-1 pattern).
   • Finish with 60 stitches total. Adjust as needed for different sizes.
   • Sl st to join.

Step 3: Adjust Hat Size (Optional)

• If a larger size is needed, continue increasing in a similar pattern (e.g., 2-1-1-1-1-1 for 66 stitches or 72 stitches total).
• Ensure the final stitch count is a multiple of 3 to accommodate the decorative stitch later.
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Step 4: Create the Decorative Crisscross Stitch

8. Row 7 (Setup for Decorative Rows):
   • Ch 2.
   • Dc into each stitch all the way around (one dc per stitch, total 60 stitches for the standard size). Sl st to join.
9. Row 8 (Crisscross Stitch Begins):
   • Ch 3 (counts as starting double crochet and chain 1).
   • Skip 2 stitches and make a dc into the third stitch.
   • Ch 1.
   • Go back into the first skipped stitch and make a dc to create the crisscross (X shape).
   • Repeat this: Skip 2 stitches, dc into the third stitch, Ch 1, dc into the skipped stitch.
   • At the end of the round, you will have 20 crisscrosses (adjust for larger sizes: 22 for 66 sts, or 24 for 72 sts).
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10. Row 9 (Half Double Crochet Row):
    • Ch 2, hdc into the same stitch.
    • Insert hdc into the chain space of each crisscross “X” and into the next dc stitch.
    • Continue with 1 hdc per stitch all the way around.
11. Row 10 (Repeat Crisscross Row):
    • Follow the same steps as Row 8.

Step 5: Final Rows

12. Row 11-13:
    • Ch 2.
    • Work 1 dc into each stitch all the way around.
    • Repeat for a total of three rows.
13. Row 14 (Finishing Row):
    • Ch 1, sc into each stitch all the way around.
    • Sl st to the first sc to finish.

Step 6: Weave in Ends

• Use a tapestry needle to neatly secure the yarn ends.
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Additional Notes

• You can eliminate the decorative crisscross rows if you prefer a simpler look.
• The hat can be paired with a matching scarf that incorporates the same crisscross stitch. Start with a chain of 27, work rows of double crochet, and alternate with crisscross rows.

Conclusion

Your winter hat is now complete! The crisscross decorative stitch adds a lovely touch, making this hat both functional and stylish. You can customize the size and add optional accessories like pom-poms to make your project even more unique. Happy crocheting!