A free crochet ribbed hat pattern that uses 1 basic stitch. You can crochet the ribbed beanie in sizes toddler and adult.
I sit down with my yarn, a crochet stitch book, and iced mocha. Ready to find inspiration for my next project. I have 23 minutes before an episode of PawPatrol is over. As I flip through the book, the pages get caught on my scarf. Annoyed, I take off the chunky scarf and realize I just found inspiration. A ribbed beanie crochet pattern with texture to match.
That chunky scarf was made with only 1 stitch, slip stitches. When you slip stitch in the back and front loops it creates a stretchy, ribbed texture that almost looks like it was knit. The perfect texture for a plush and cozy crochet ribbed hat pattern. Here’s another knit look crochet stitch tutorial.
4 Tips That Will Make This Crochet Ribbed Hat Pattern Easier
- Keep your tension loose. Slip Stitches are a tight stitch. Keep your tension loose. It should be easy to insert your hook.
- Use a bigger hook. Use a hook that is almost double the recommended size for your yarn. This will keep the stitches loose & help keep your hat edges from rolling.
- Count your stitches. This may seem obvious, but it’s easy to miss a stitch at the end of your rows. Check your stitch count every once in a while.
- The front loop is always the loop closest to you. The back loop is the furthest from you. Regardless if you are working the right side or wrong side of the hat. It’s easy to get the loops confused. Watch this quick video to learn how to slip stitch crochet.
Some people prefer thin yarn. Others, like me, love super chunky yarn. Today is all about compromise, I chose a bulky weight yarn. A perfect fit for this ribbed beanie crochet pattern.
Lion’s Pride Woolspun Yarn by Lion Brand
- super squishy & soft bounce
- machine washable & dryable (extra mom points)
- versatile: I’ve made hats, headbands, & have a sweater on my hook now. (my very 1st sweater, eeek!)
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What You Need To Make A Ribbed Beanie
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- U.S. size 12.00mm hook *I use this one*
- Adult Size Hat Pattern: 2 skeins bulky weight yarn (160-180 yards) Lion’s Pride Woolspun Yarn by Lion Brand in color Plum (weight 3.5oz/127yd)
- Toddler Size Hat Pattern: 1 skein bulky weight yarn (100-120 yards) Lion’s Pride Woolspun Yarn by Lion Brand in color Linen (weight 3.5oz/127yd)
- Yarn Substitutes: Roving Yarn
- Faux Fur Pom Pom: I used these 6″ poms.
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Here’s a similar crochet beanie pattern made with worsted weight yarn.
Crochet Ribbed Hat Pattern
The toddler size stitch count is listed 2nd in () *Find more toddler crochet patterns here.
Adult/Toddler
//This hat has a little bit of slouch. To make a fitted hat make your beginning ch smaller.//
ch 38 (30) ( this will be super long, it shrinks as you start to work a few rows of sl sts)
row 1. sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in each ch across. turn (37sts)(30sts)
At the start of each row, the pattern reads (BLO) or (FLO). Work the entire row in the indicated loop.
row 2. ch 1, (BLO) sl st in each st across, turn (37sts)(30sts)
row 3. ch 1 (FLO) sl st in each st across. turn (37sts)(30sts)
rows 4-57 (4-53) repeat rows 2 & 3
If your rectangle starts to get narrower you’re working your sl sts to tight. The fabric will be stretchy. This causes the edges to be wavy.
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- Fold the rectangle in half, sl st together to form a tube. Cut yarn leaving a long tail.
- Weave tail through the end of rows at the top edge of the rectangle. Pull tight to close up the top of the hat.
- Fold up the brim of the hat. You can sew the brim in place, or leave it adjustable.
- Add a fluffy faux fur pom pom.
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Finished adult hat size: 9″w X 12″h
I hope this crochet ribbed hat took you 3 PawPatrol episodes to make, and you found these 4 crochet tips helpful. Be inspired to go create something beautiful.
Ready to try another easy beanie crochet pattern? The Badlands Beanie is your next project.
Can I use worsted weight 4 yarn with a size 10 hook?
Hi,
I just want to say thank you for this pattern! It is very popular in my family, since babies are coming from everywhere. So far, I have made the beanie three times now(1 for every baby) and every time it turns out amazing!
The pattern itself it very easy to follow and as you go along the rows, you do start to see the ribbed pattern and it looks so pretty.
Thank you!
Hi Melanie,
Thank you for the kind and encouraging words! I’m so happy to hear you love this pattern and you’re sharing your talents with all those sweet babies.
Stay cozy,
Sierra
Starting from row 2, am I supposed to slip stitch in the second chain from hook or the first?
Hi Allie, You will slip stitch in the first stitch of the row. I hope this helps!
Stay cozy,
Sierra
Hi just found your pattern online and am looking forward to trying it out!
Just a quick question, I’ve got some beautiful Caron Simply Soft yarn I want to use for this and recommended hook size is 5mm, would I then use a 10mm for this pattern?
And had a good chuckle at the Paw Patrol episode time guide, as a mum to kids who love PP it was highly relatable haha!!
Thanks so much for the pattern x
Hi Priscilla!
A 10mm hook will work great with that yarn. You’ll want to make your beginning chain a little longer. Then just keep crocheting rows until the hat is wide enough to fit around your head.
Moms have to fit in creative time wherever we can, Paw Patrol time works best here 🙂
I hope this helps!
Sierra
This hat looks so nice! I can’t wait to start it. I was wondering , do you happen to have a gauge for it?
Thank you so much!
Hi Robin!
I wrote this pattern before I understood the importance of gauge 🙂 But I went back and swatched for you. Here’s the gauge.
16 sl sts x 19 rows = 4″ square
I hope this helps!
Sierra
Do you have any tips to make the joining seem less noticable after you fold the rectangle in half and slip stitch it together? I’ve made one so far. It’s so cute and bouncy! Will definitely be making more 🙂
Sarah
Hi Sarah!
I’m happy to hear you made one!
I’ve found when I’m sewing up the large seam if I sew a little further into the row, not just the loops the seam is less noticeable.
I hope this helps,
Sierra
Thank you for the pattern! I have undone and redone so many times, I’m about to give up. I think my problem is correctly identifying the FLO and BLO from the previous row worked in BLO and FLO. Do you have any other tips how to distinguish when last row is not a regular slip stitch (easy to tell which is which) besides closest to you or farthest away? About how many rows does it take to see the design? Mine doesn’t seem to change. What am I doing wrong?
Thank you!
Hi Pam!
It’s so easy to get the loops confused when you are working the slip stitches. If you crochet in the wrong loop it will create a different texture. I will try and get a video made this week that shows exactly how to tell which is which.
I have this video that briefly shows where to insert your hook. It talks about crocheting 2 stitches together, you don’t need to do that in this pattern.
https://sweeteverlyb.com/canyon-scarf-crochet-pattern/
I hope this helps!
Sierra
For me it helps to mark my side that I will always be starting my front or back loop stitch on. Hope it helps
I’m also having the same problem. I read your answer but it still doesn’t make any sense to me.
Hey Aubri!
Here’s a video that shows which loop is which. I hope it helps! If you have any more questions please let me know.
https://sweeteverlyb.com/slip-stitch-crochet/
Stay Cozy,
Sierra
Hi Pam!
I finally finished a video that shows how to slip stitch in the back loops. I hope it helps and thanks for being patient.
https://sweeteverlyb.com/slip-stitch-crochet/
Hi! I love the picture of this hat. This is only my third crochet project though and I am doing something wrong. I can’t get that really loose open row in between the tighter row. I have watched a ton of videos on blo slip stitch and flo slip stitch so I think I am doing that right. Am I supposed to do a row of chain stitches in between each row of slip stitches though? If so, how do I do that? I have looked for videos but am only finding videos of turning chains or the foundational chain stitch.
Hi Heather!
It takes quite a few rows before you start to see the ribbed pattern. The front and back of the piece look different too. You don’t need to chain between the rows. Just keep alternating between the front and back loops on each row. If you are having a hard time inserting your hook maybe try a larger hook size. If you crochet too tight it will be harder to see the “ribbed” design.
Stay cozy,
Sierra
Wow! I cannot wait to use this pattern, for everything! Hats, scarves blankets etc etc. I’m a rabid stitcher and nothing makes me happier than a new texture stitch to try. Thank you so much!
The hat is sooi pretty!
Best,
Ttacy
Hello Tracy!
Trying new stitches is so fun! Once I learn something new I want to use it for EVERYTHING 🙂 I’m sure you’ll be making a few beautiful creations.
Stay cozy,
Sierra
I’m going to work up this pattern when I finish the hat and cowl I’m working on. I love to slip stitch. Thanks for the pattern! I love your name. It’s the same spelling as our granddaughter’s. When she was first born she opened her eyes and looked right at her daddy. He said he always thought the Sierra Madre mountains were the most beautiful blue he’d seen until he looked into her deep blue eyes.
I love the look of slip stitching too! This story is one of the sweetest things I’ve heard. Sounds he’s smitten with his Sierra! Enjoy the pattern!
Sierra
Help! I don’t know WHAT I’m doing wrong, but I’m not getting the pretty stitch look that appears in the picture of this hat. When you say front loop or back loop, you mean the front or back piece of the “v” that’s created with each stitch, right? Or is it the “3rd loop” underneath the “v” maybe ?
Can you double your #4 worsted thanks
I’ve restarted this beanie so many times because I keep finding my short edges go slanted and don’t match up when you fold the piece in half!!! Am I working my stitches too tight?
Awww! Starting over is so frustrating. Keeping your tension even is important, but it does get a little narrower at first. The stretchy nature of this stitch makes it hard to get a perfect rectangle.
Make sure your stitch count is correct. The last stitch of each row likes to hide making it easy to miss.
I hope it works this time!
Sierra
Hi Sierra,
Thank you for providing this tutorial! I was unable to find the LB Woolspun yarn at my local Michaels stores and opted for the LB Wool-Ease Thick and Quick instead. What kind of adjustments would you suggest making to the pattern to accommodate a super bulky yarn?
Thank you!
Hi Jerika!
I’d recommend using a 15mm or 19mm crochet hook. The finished adult hat size is 12″ long. You’ll want the beginning chain to be a couple inches longer than that, it will shrink as you start working the slip stitches. After you have the length the correct size, you can keep crocheting rows until it fits snuggly around your head.
Whenever you’re substituting yarn it’s an adventure! I hope this gives you a good starting point.
Sierra
Hi. When you purchased the Pom Pom, does the order come with just one?
Hi Tiffany!
Yes, the pom poms are sold individually.
Hi! I am also using a worsted weight yarn (10mm hook like you suggested) .. I know you said to make the chain a little longer but are you able to ballpark about how much longer?? I am always wanting to try new patterns but find myself without the same weight of yarn and hook size that’s being used, and I would still consider myself a beginner so I have trouble figuring out how to improvise. Thank you for your help! 🙂
Hello Kari!
I would recommend trying a starting chain of 46 for the adult size. This hat length is really forgiving. Remember that you will fold up the brim and the hat is slightly slouchy. Whenever you’re substituting yarn it’s an adventure! You’ll just have to try it and see what works.
I hope this gives you a starting point!
Hi, thank you for your beautiful pattern!
I would like to try it so could you please tell me : the first row (38ch) will be the hight or the w of the hat?
Thank you ))
The beginning chain is the length of the hat. The chain will seem long at first, but it shrinks as you start to work the slip stitches.
I hope this helps!
Sierra
I’ve been wanting to make a slip stitch ribbing hat – thank you for the pattern! And where can I get that awesome sweatshirt?! Definitely MORE Sunday!
Hi Rochelle,
The slip stitching makes a nice, stretchy hat! I couldn’t agree more, Sundays are my favorite day. The shirt was a gift and I haven’t seen one similar. Enjoy the pattern!
Stay Cozy,
Sierra
What would the foundation chain be if you want to make this for a baby?
Hello Rebekah!
I haven’t made this hat in baby size yet, but I know it will be so cute! I would start with a ch of 22. I hope this helps!
Thank you for the beautiful patterns you create!
You are welcome, Cheryl! I hope you find them helpful. I love designing and sharing. Have a great day,
Sierra
Hi Sierra love this pattern it’s so cosy, I have some red heart yarn no.4 ( is that worsted!) new to crocheting.
Only want to try and make one with thus yarn as well, any suggestions please.
Hi Gloria!
Yes, number 4 yarn is worsted weight. I would recommend using a 9mm or 10mm crochet hook with that weight of yarn. You’ll have to start with a longer chain than what’s listed in the pattern. Then continue crocheting rows until it fits around your head.
Enjoy the pattern!
Can you double your #4 worsted thanks
Hi Kelly!
You can try it! I think it might be a little bit bulkier than the #5 bulky weight yarn. Let me know how it goes!