Rainbow Falls Beanie

Rainbow Falls Beanie Crochet Pattern

What is Being Made

The Rainbow Falls Beanie is a crocheted hat designed by Heather Moore Makes. This intermediate-level crochet project creates a finished beanie measuring 8 inches wide by 8.5 inches tall when laid flat. The design features a colorful striped aesthetic achieved through strategic use of front post and back post double crochet stitches, creating a textured ridge pattern that gives the beanie its distinctive appearance.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

This pattern employs several fundamental crochet techniques suitable for intermediate crafters. The beanie is constructed in the round, beginning with a foundation chain that is joined with a slip stitch to form a circular base. The construction method uses a repeating stitch pattern across multiple rounds to build the hat's height and structure.

The primary technique used throughout the Rainbow Falls Beanie involves alternating front post double crochet (FPdc) and back post double crochet (BPdc) stitches. This post-stitch technique creates pronounced ridges and texture by working around the posts of previous stitches rather than into the tops of stitches. The pattern establishes a repeating sequence where front post stitches are worked in groups of two, alternating with single back post stitches, creating the visual interest and dimensional quality that defines this design.

Stitches Used

• Chain stitch (ch): Used to create the foundation and turning chains throughout the pattern
• Double crochet (dc): The base stitch used in the first round to establish the foundation
• Front post double crochet (FPdc): Worked consistently in pairs to create raised ridges on the front of the fabric
• Back post double crochet (BPdc): Worked between the front post groups to add depth and texture
• Slip stitch (sl st): Used to join rounds and secure the circular construction

Materials and Specifications

The Rainbow Falls Beanie requires worsted weight yarn, also known as aran weight yarn. The pattern recommends Landscapes by Lion Brand in the Coral Reef colorway, with 2 skeins required to complete the project. A 5.5mm crochet hook is used throughout the pattern, and a tapestry needle is needed for weaving in yarn ends and finishing details.

The gauge for this pattern is 10 front post double crochet stitches by 12 rows equals 4 inches by 4 inches. Achieving proper gauge is important for ensuring the finished beanie matches the intended dimensions and fits appropriately.

Pattern Structure

The beanie begins with a foundation of 60 chain stitches joined in the round. The first round establishes 60 double crochet stitches as the base. Subsequent rounds, numbered 2 through 18, build the hat's body using the alternating front post and back post double crochet pattern, with the chain-2 turning chain counting as a back post double crochet stitch to maintain consistency throughout the construction.

This pattern is presented as a downloadable PDF format from independent designer Heather Moore Makes and is intended for personal use only. Additional resources, video tutorials, and stitch abbreviations are available through the designer's website at heathermooremakes.com.