Granny's love

Granny's Love Beanie by Kate Veselunka

What is Being Made

The Granny's Love Beanie is a colorful crocheted hat designed for adult females with a head circumference of approximately 21.5 inches (54.5 cm) and a depth of approximately 7.5 inches (19 cm). This beginner-friendly crochet project combines traditional granny square motifs into a cohesive beanie design, featuring a multi-color construction that creates visual interest and texture.

Crochet Techniques Used

This pattern employs several fundamental crochet techniques suitable for beginners. The design utilizes standing stitches when starting new colors, which involves creating a slip knot and continuing with the stitch as usual while using your finger to keep the yarn on the hook. This technique ensures clean color transitions throughout the hat. The pattern also incorporates slip stitch joining to finish each round by connecting to the starting stitch, with the option to use alternative joining methods such as invisible joins for a more seamless appearance.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch used in this pattern is the single crochet (sc), which forms the foundation of the beanie construction. The pattern is worked in rounds using single crochet stitches, with color changes indicated for each square section. The gauge is established at 15 single crochet stitches by 15 rows equaling 2 inches by 2 inches (5 cm by 5 cm).

Materials Required

• Yarn: 100% mercerized cotton 4-ply yarn (super fine/fingering weight), with approximately 185 yards (169 meters) per 1.76 ounce (50 gram) skein. A total of 180-200 yards is needed for the adult female size. Thinner yarn options are also suitable for this pattern.
• Colors: Four colors are required: ecru (C1), beige (C2), turquoise (C3), and maroon (C4)
• Hook: 2.2 mm crochet hook, or the size needed to obtain the specified gauge

Pattern Notes

The pattern is written in standard US crochet terminology. Each round begins with a new color for the granny squares, with color instructions indicated in brackets for the top side of the work. The mercerized cotton yarn choice provides a smooth, durable fabric with a subtle sheen, making it an excellent option for a lightweight, breathable beanie suitable for various seasons.