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CROSHAY BEANIE

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I wanted to bring this to your attention. It’s the best beanie pattern I’ve seen – and it’s free once again, thanks to the croshay lady. Please visit her site to obtain the free pattern:

http://oscrochet.blogspot.com/
And, here’s her website also:

http://www.croshaydesign.com
I’ve made a gazillion of these beanies. They are exceptionally popular among males in teens
and early twenties. Great way to use up some scraps too. Make them in hunter orange for
safety, in team colors for your guys, and in softer, sweeter colors for the young ladies in
your life.

Looking for more Beanie patterns to Crochet? Check out these Crochet Patterns on Etsy 

Comments

  1. Thanks, JD, for all your support these last few years, it’s sure been exciting to see how much interest in crochet has grown! I hope your readers can put this pattern to plenty of good use!

    Please note that this pattern is released under a creative commons copyright and is free for commercial use, which means that folks are welcome to use it to earn income making hats for craft fairs or selling online, or it can be used as teaching material for crochet classes.. users are also allowed to modify the pattern and claim it as their own as long as credit is given to the original open source crochet project.. this one is called BoyBeanieV2.0

    I will be releasing some of my own variations on this design and others over the next year, as well as working to get other designers involved in contributing to open source crochet, so do check back at my open source project blog too see whats new: http://oscrochet.blogspot.com/

    To download the pattern, go to http://www.archive.org/details/BoyBeanieV2.0 and click the link to the left that says “PDF” and Adobe Acrobat Reader will open the file.

    Thanks again JD!
    -Laura

  2. HOW DO I FIND THE CROCHETED BEANIE PATTERN? I’M INTERESTED IN MAKING IT FOR A WAY TO COVER UP HAIR LOSS. PLEASE ADVISE HOW I FIND IT. THANKS SO MUCH.

  5. I know that this response is really late, but I felt I needed to comment. I found this beanie pattern online some time ago, and I have made this beanie several times, using a variety of weighted yarns and hooks. It’s pretty easy, and quick. I’d definitely recommend it!

  6. I made this beanie a while ago for my son. I have been asked to make beanies for all his roommate this Christmas. Because it is an easy pattern and can be made quickly from a the yarn bits left over from other project I am happily crocheting gifts for them. Thanks for posting this great pattern.

  8. I’m about to start the ninth round of this pattern and my beanie has barely started rounding off. It seems like the beanies in the picture started rounding off rather early and i know they’re supposed to start off flat, but mine looks pretty flat still. Should I continue or just start over again?(it’s about the 3rd time i’ve attemped this already)
    Help please.

  9. Marriah,
    I wish I could help you. It’s been years since I’ve crocheted a beanie. However, I had no difficulties with the pattern, so I’d suggest you just keep following the pattern.
    jd

  10. Marriah,
    I have not made this in years so I’m not much help. However, I recall that I had no problems with it, so I’d suggest you closely follow the designer’s pattern.
    jd

Have you read?

The Miffy Crochet Book Review: 16 Sweet Projects for Bunny Lovers

Some characters need elaborate outfits and a whole collection of accessories to be recognisable. Miffy manages it with two long ears and the simplest little face. There is something rather lovely about that, especially when you’re looking for crochet projects that feel sweet without being overly fussy.

The Miffy Crochet Book brings that familiar storybook charm to a collection of handmade toys, decorations and home accessories. If you have a Miffy fan in the family, or you’re rather fond of the little bunny yourself, this is a crochet book worth a closer look.

What appeals to me is the possibility of making several coordinating gifts from one collection. A bunny is lovely on its own, but a bunny with a matching blanket? That is how a small project quietly becomes an entire gift basket.

What Is The Miffy Crochet Book?

Created by crochet designer Kimberley Zwaans, with designs based on Dick Bruna’s illustrations, this official Miffy crochet book is published by Search Press.

The 128-page paperback contains 16 projects, with a mixture of smaller makes and larger pieces. You can find The Miffy Crochet Book at Knit Picks.

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More Than a Miffy Bunny Crochet Pattern

The collection includes Miffy and friends as amigurumi toys, alongside projects such as a blanket, motif cushion and moon-and-stars mobile.

There is also a birthday theme, with a crochet cake, placemats, bunting and a crown. That gives the book an appeal beyond toy making, particularly if you enjoy creating decorations that can come out again for family celebrations.

I like that mixture. Sometimes you want a small character project with a face to embroider. Other times, a larger piece of crochet is exactly what you want beside your chair for the evening.

The collection uses seven yarn shades, which gives it a cohesive feel. You will still need to check the quantities and requirements for each project before shopping. Seven colours does not necessarily mean seven balls, much as our yarn budgets might wish otherwise.

Is It Suitable for Beginners?

The publisher describes the book as beginner-friendly and says it includes illustrated guidance for the key stitches. There are also projects offering more challenge.

My practical advice is to choose your first make by the techniques involved, rather than simply picking the smallest item. Small amigurumi pieces can require quite a bit of counting, shaping and careful assembly.

If working in the round is still new territory, our magic ring crochet tutorials for beginners are useful preparation. You can also build confidence with these easy crochet projects that start with a magic loop.

Before starting, check the book’s stitch terminology, recommended yarn and hook size. Those details matter more than choosing a colour that happens to look lovely in the basket.

The Appeal, and What to Consider

For me, the strongest selling point is the coordinated theme. This would be particularly appealing for crocheters who love Miffy, enjoy character projects or want several related handmade gift ideas.

The narrower theme is also something to consider before buying. If you prefer a crochet book packed with different animals and styles, this collection may feel too specific. Its appeal depends on how much you enjoy Miffy’s simple, recognisable world.

Simple faces also deserve careful finishing. A tiny change in eye placement or the angle of an ear can alter a character’s expression, so I would allow time for pinning and checking before sewing everything permanently.

If you would like a separate bunny project to try first, our free kawaii bunny crochet pattern on CraftBits offers another option. It is a different pattern, rather than an extract from this book.

Who Would Enjoy This Book?

I would put The Miffy Crochet Book on the shortlist for a crocheter who enjoys nostalgic characters and likes the idea of making a coordinated collection.

The combination of toys, home accessories and celebration projects gives those 16 designs several different uses. You could choose one special make or gradually work towards a whole Miffy-themed gift.

That is the charm for me: familiar, cheerful designs with room to make something personal. Just decide which project you’re starting before buying the yarn. Otherwise, “one little bunny” has a habit of acquiring a blanket, bunting and its own birthday party.