Cedar Beanie

Cedar Beanie by Burgundy & Blush

What is Being Made

The Cedar Beanie is a simple chunky crochet hat designed for the whole family, with sizes ranging from newborn to large adult. This is a beginner-friendly beanie pattern that works quickly and requires minimal yarn—all sizes can be completed with 1 skein or less of chunky weight yarn (approximately 160 yards or 100g). The hat is worked from the bottom up, making it an accessible project for crocheters new to hat construction.

Techniques Used

The Cedar Beanie employs straightforward crochet techniques suitable for beginners. The pattern focuses on simplicity by using only one main stitch concentration throughout the entire design, eliminating the need to switch between multiple stitch types. This consistent approach makes the pattern easy to follow and allows crafters to develop rhythm and confidence with a single technique. The bottom-up construction method provides a logical progression from the base of the hat upward, which many beginners find intuitive and manageable.

Stitches Used

The Cedar Beanie incorporates the following crochet stitches and techniques:

• Chain (ch) – Used for foundation and turning chains
• Slip Stitch (sl st) – Used for joining rounds and securing stitches
• Single Crochet (sc) – A fundamental short stitch (US terminology; equivalent to double crochet in UK terms)
• Herringbone Stitch (hb) – A special stitch created by yarning over, pulling up a loop to create 3 loops on the hook, pulling the first loop through the second (leaving 2 loops), yarning over, and pulling through 1 loop (leaving 2 loops), then yarning over and pulling through both remaining loops
• Decrease (dec) – Used for shaping, created by pulling up a loop in the first stitch and pulling up a loop in the second stitch (creating 3 loops on the hook), pulling the first loop through the second (leaving 2 loops), yarning over, and pulling through 1 loop

Materials

The Cedar Beanie requires minimal materials, making it an economical project. You will need 160 yards or 100g of chunky weight yarn (1 skein maximum for all sizes), a 6.5mm crochet hook, and basic finishing tools including scissors and a needle for weaving in ends. The chunky yarn weight ensures quick project completion while creating a warm, substantial fabric suitable for all family members.