Ode To BW Hat

Ode To BW Hat Crochet Pattern

Project Overview

The Ode To BW Hat is an intermediate-level crochet design created by Tanya Cauren of YarnGoneWild - Yarn Craft. This downloadable PDF pattern produces a distinctive, funky hat suitable for one size fits most wearers. The design features a bold aesthetic achieved through the use of two contrasting colors or yarns worked together throughout the construction.

What Is Being Made

This pattern creates a full-sized crochet hat with a structured crown and defined brim. The finished hat measures 15 inches in total length, with a 12-inch body and a 3-inch brim. The crown diameter is 4 inches, while the body reaches 10 inches at its widest point, and the brim opening measures 13.5 inches at its widest part. The hat is described as having "a super tall stack of funky goodness," indicating a voluminous, textured silhouette designed for creative expression.

Crochet Techniques Used

The Ode To BW Hat employs several intermediate-level crochet techniques to achieve its distinctive appearance. The pattern is worked in the round, which creates seamless construction from the crown downward. The design incorporates post stitches, which are textured stitches that work around the post of previous stitches rather than into the top loops. These post stitches contribute significantly to the hat's dimensional, funky aesthetic. The pattern also requires turning work at specific points during construction, with instructions indicating when to work on the right side versus the wrong side of the piece.

Stitches and Stitch Details

The pattern utilizes post stitches as a special stitch element. Stitch counts are provided in parentheses at the end of each row and round to help crafters track their progress and maintain proper shaping. The two-color construction method allows for color changes throughout the pattern, creating visual interest and the characteristic "funky" appearance. Crafters are advised to research post stitch techniques through instructional videos if unfamiliar with this method, as it requires understanding how to work around the vertical post of stitches from previous rows.

Yarn and Materials

This pattern is designed for chunky weight yarn, which works up quickly and creates a substantial, textured fabric. The two-color or two-yarn approach allows crafters to select complementary or contrasting colors based on personal preference. A crochet hook appropriate for chunky yarn is required, though the specific hook size is detailed within the pattern itself. The chunky yarn weight combined with post stitches creates the dimensional, textured quality that defines the hat's appearance.

Pattern Notes and Finishing

The pattern includes helpful stitch count notation throughout to assist with accuracy. Crafters should pay attention to directional notes regarding when to turn work and which side (right or wrong) to work on for specific rounds. The finishing method shown in the pattern photographs is optional, allowing crafters flexibility in how they complete and present their finished hat. This intermediate-level pattern is ideal for crocheters who enjoy creative, unconventional designs and are comfortable working with post stitches and color changes.