Double the Fun Beanie Crochet Pattern

The Double the Fun Beanie Crochet Pattern is a unique and stylish crochet project that is perfect for creating a cozy and warm beanie that can be worn on either side. The pattern, designed by Debra Arch, features a different color and stitch pattern on each side, giving you two different looks in one.

The beanie is made using worsted weight yarn and a US size J/10/6mm crochet hook, and the finished size is 21 inches in circumference and 9 1/2 inches high. It is designed to fit most adult head sizes. The unique design of this beanie includes a faux rolled-up brim, an invisible seam join, and a unique foundation chain edge that makes this stand out from other beanie patterns.

One of the tips that I’d like to share with you when working on this pattern is to pay attention to the stitch pattern, and the colors changes, as they can be a bit tricky at first but once you get the hang of it the pattern becomes easier.

Another tip is to use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round, this will help you keep track of your stitches, especially when working with multiple colors. And finally, when you’re joining the colors, make sure to carry the yarn up the side of the beanie as you change colors. This will help to prevent any visible color joins.

Overall, the Double the Fun Beanie Crochet Pattern is a great project for creating a unique and stylish beanie that can be worn on either side. With this pattern, you’ll be able to create a beanie that is warm, cozy, and perfect for all seasons. So, grab your yarn, hook, and let’s start on this wonderful project!

This Free Shock Wave Crochet Lap Blanket Pattern from Mary Maxim looks like one of those wonderfully satisfying projects that gives big cozy payoff without fiddly detail. Mary Maxim lists it as a free download, designed as a crochet afghan/lap blanket, with a finished size of 45 x 50 inches.

What immediately stands out is the yarn choice. The pattern is made with Bernat Blanket Extra Thick, using 5 skeins, and calls for a U.S. U/50 (25 mm) crochet hook. That is gloriously chunky territory, which usually means fast progress and lots of squishy texture. If you are in the mood for a project that feels substantial in your hands and grows quickly row by row, this one definitely has that appeal.

Mary Maxim describes the blanket as having a beautifully textured, plush, soft finish and suggests it as a project for home décor or gifting. Based on the materials and oversized hook alone, that sounds about right. This feels like the sort of blanket you make for curling up on the couch, draping over a chair, or giving as a practical handmade gift that will actually get used instead of folded away “for best.”

The pattern is marked Easy, and the listed stitch requirements are straightforward: chain, repeat, double crochet, single crochet, and slip stitch. That makes it sound approachable for confident beginners and very appealing for anyone who wants a relaxing crochet project without too much counting drama.

I also think the lap blanket size is a smart one. Not every crochet blanket needs to become a giant commitment that takes over the lounge room and your will to live. A 45 x 50 inch blanket is a useful, manageable size for gifting, for wheelchairs or reading nooks, or just for keeping on hand for chilly evenings. That practicality gives this pattern extra appeal. The usability point is my own take based on the finished dimensions Mary Maxim provides.

At the moment, the pattern page shows no reviews, so there is not much customer feedback to go on yet. Still, if you enjoy easy crochet blanket patterns, super chunky crochet throws, or quick lap blanket projects, this one looks like a solid freebie to save.

My overall take? This looks like a fast, cozy, beginner-friendly crochet blanket pattern with plenty of texture and instant-gratification energy. Very much the sort of project you start because it looks easy, then keep going because the yarn feels ridiculously soft.

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