Everly Beanie and Messy Bun Hat

Everly Beanie and Messy Bun Hat by Blu Daisy Creations

What is Being Made

The Everly Beanie and Messy Bun Hat is a dual-purpose crochet hat design that functions as both a traditional fitted beanie and a messy bun hat with an opening for securing hair in a bun. This original design by Blu Daisy Creations offers versatility for everyday wear and is available in four size options: Toddler, Small Child, Large Child/Teen, and Adult. The pattern accommodates different head sizes and styling preferences, making it suitable for family members across a wide age range.

Techniques Used

The Everly Beanie employs fundamental crochet construction methods that make it accessible to beginner-level crocheters. The hat is worked in the round from the top down, a technique that creates a seamless crown and allows for intuitive shaping. The pattern incorporates ribbing detail, which is created using a smaller hook size (4.00 mm) to add structure and elasticity to the finished garment. Post stitches are utilized to create textured elements, and the pattern uses decreasing techniques to shape the crown and achieve proper fit.

Stitches Used

• Double Crochet (DC): The primary stitch throughout the main body of the hat, providing consistent fabric structure and drape
• Chain (CH): Used for foundation and turning chains; note that CH 2 does not count as a stitch in this pattern
• Double Crochet 2 Together (DC2TOG): A decrease stitch used to shape the crown and reduce stitch count as needed
• Front Post Double Crochet (FPDC): Creates textured ribbing and dimensional details
• Back Post Double Crochet (BPDC): Works in conjunction with front post stitches for ribbed texture
• Slip Stitch (SLPST): Joins rounds and creates seamless transitions
• Front Loop Single Crochet (FLSC): Adds definition and texture variation
• Back Loop Single Crochet (BLSC): Creates ribbed or elastic effects

Materials Required

This pattern calls for #4 Aran Weight yarn or Worsted Weight yarn, both of which are medium-weight options that work up quickly and provide excellent stitch definition. The pattern requires two crochet hook sizes: a 4.50 mm hook for the main body of the hat and a 4.00 mm hook for the ribbing sections. Additional materials include scissors for cutting yarn and a yarn needle for weaving in ends and finishing. The gauge is established at 8 Double Crochet stitches by 4 rows over a 2-inch square, which helps ensure proper fit across all size options.

Pattern Details and Construction

The pattern is written in US crochet terminology and begins with a foundation chain of 10 stitches, with Double Crochet worked into the third chain from the hook. The initial rows establish the ribbing section before transitioning to the main hat body worked in rounds. The use of post stitches (Front Post and Back Post Double Crochets) creates the characteristic ribbed texture that provides stretch and helps the hat stay securely on the head. The decrease stitches (DC2TOG) are strategically placed to shape the crown as the hat is worked from top to bottom, creating a fitted silhouette that accommodates the messy bun opening.