Beanie und Loop in Schachenmayr Journey - S8961 - Downloadable PDF

Free Crochet Pattern: Beanie and Loop Cowl in Schachenmayr Journey – Design S8961

This free downloadable PDF pattern (Design S8961) from Schachenmayr includes instructions for two coordinating crochet accessories: a textured Beanie hat and a matching Loop cowl. Both pieces are worked in Schachenmayr Journey, an aran-weight yarn, and are designed to be crocheted with Milward crochet hooks. The pattern is written in German and is available as a free download, making it an excellent choice for intermediate crochet enthusiasts looking to expand their cold-weather accessories collection.

Design 1: Beanie Hat

What Is Being Made

The Beanie is a close-fitting crocheted hat sized for a head circumference of approximately 48 to 52 cm. It is worked entirely in a single colorway, giving it a clean, classic look with rich surface texture created through relief stitches.

Construction and Techniques

The Beanie is started from the crown and worked outward and downward in continuous spiral rounds — a technique that eliminates visible round joins for a smooth, seamless finish. The crown begins with a magic ring of 4 chain stitches closed with a slip stitch, into which the first round of stitches is worked. Increases are made in the early rounds to shape the crown, with each round carefully doubling or adding stitches at regular intervals to create an even, flat circle before the sides are worked straight.

• Round 1: 12 half double crochets worked into the starting ring (the first stitch is replaced by 2 chain stitches)
• Round 2: Each stitch of the previous round is doubled using half relief stitches, resulting in 24 half relief stitches
• Round 3: One half relief stitch worked around each stitch of the previous round — 24 half relief stitches, no increase
• Round 4: Every 2nd stitch is doubled 12 times — 36 half relief stitches total
• Round 5: Every 3rd stitch is doubled 12 times — continuing the gradual crown shaping

Stitches Used

• Half double crochet (halbes Stäbchen) — used in the foundation round
• Half relief double crochet (halbes Reliefstäbchen) — the primary stitch throughout the hat, worked around the post of the stitch below rather than through the top loops, creating a deeply textured, ribbed surface
• Solid relief stitches (feste Relief-Maschen) — used alongside the half relief stitches to build the stitch pattern
• Chain stitches and slip stitches — used in the cast-on ring and round construction

Gauge

The stated gauge for the Beanie is 12 half relief stitches and 8 rounds = 10 x 10 cm. Achieving this gauge is important for the hat to fit the intended head circumference of 48–52 cm.

Materials

• Yarn: Schachenmayr Journey, 100 g in Stahl (color 00092)
• Hook: Milward crochet hook size 8 mm

Design 2: Loop Cowl

What Is Being Made

The Loop is a generously sized crocheted infinity cowl measuring approximately 62 cm in circumference and 34 cm in height. Unlike the single-color Beanie, the Loop is worked in a vibrant four-color striped sequence, creating a bold, colorful accessory that pairs beautifully with the coordinating hat.

Construction and Techniques

The Loop is worked in joined rounds rather than spiral rounds. Each round begins with 3 substitute chain stitches to replace the first double crochet, and rounds are closed with a slip st