What you'll need
| Circumference: | 14" | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
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Knit Picks City Tweed -
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Product Description
Skill level: easy
This newsboy cap is the perfect accessory to any outfit. It is great in cold weather will it will keep your head and ears warm and great in the hot weather to block out the sun.
This pattern includes sizes from baby all the way to adult male. (14", 16", 18", 20", and 22" circumference included). You can make one for every member of the family.
Leave it plain for the men, and add buttons or flowers for the girls. You can even make it in two colors. The possibilities for this super simple pattern are endless.
ERRATA: The stitch counts on RND 14 through the end are off by 1. Add 1 to achieve the correct stitch count. The pattern is correct, just the stitch count at the end of each RND is incorrect. (the pattern has been updated, this is for older pattern purchases)
Newsboy Cap Crochet Pattern
What Is Being Made
This is a classic newsboy cap pattern designed by Deja Joy, available as a downloadable PDF from Knit and Crochet Ever After. The cap features a structured crown with a brim and decorative button embellishments. The pattern includes five finished size options ranging from extra small (14" circumference) to extra large (22" circumference), making it suitable for various head sizes from children to adults.
Craft and Techniques
This project uses crochet as the primary construction method, classified as a beginner skill level pattern. The design employs fundamental crochet techniques that make it accessible to those new to the craft. The pattern begins with a magic ring foundation, progresses through circular rounds to establish the crown shaping, and transitions into flat rows for the brim construction. Shaping is achieved through strategic decreases and stitch placement to create the distinctive newsboy silhouette.
Stitches Used
The pattern utilizes several essential crochet stitches:
- Chain (CH) – used for foundation and turning chains
- Half Double Crochet (HDC) – the primary stitch for the main fabric, providing medium height and density
- Single Crochet (SC) – used for shaping and detail work, particularly in the brim construction
- Single Crochet 2 Together (SC2TOG) – a decrease stitch used to reduce stitches and create shaping in the brim
Materials and Tools
The pattern calls for approximately 150 yards of Aran weight yarn (specifically Knit Picks City Tweed in Chipmunk, 100 grams/164 yards), though the designer notes that heavy worsted weight yarn may be substituted. Two crochet hooks are required: a US-J [6mm] hook for the main body and a US-F [4mm] hook for detailed work. The finished cap is embellished with 2 buttons of your choice, allowing for personalization. The recommended gauge is 4 inches equals 12 half double crochets and 10 rows, ensuring proper fit across all size options.
Pattern Features
The pattern includes comprehensive support materials to aid crafters of all experience levels. Video tutorials are available on the designer's website at knitandcrocheteverafter.com for all stitches used in the pattern. The designer recommends reading through the entire pattern before beginning and provides special instructions for construction. The downloadable PDF format allows for convenient access and printing for reference during the project.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | Knit and Crochet Ever After |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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