Cosy Cable Stitch Crochet Beanie Pattern – 5 Sizes Included!
If you love adding texture and style to your crochet projects, this cable stitch crochet beanie pattern is perfect for you! This pattern creates a stunning beanie featuring an intricate cable diamond stitch pattern that gives it a beautifully textured look.
Wrapped Up in Diamonds Cable Beanie
The beanie is worked from the bottom up, beginning with stitching a ribbed brim for a comfort fit before diamond cable stitch pattern is introduced to add the gorgeous raised texture. To help keep the pattern more beginner friendly, the pattern is worked flat, in turned rows before seaming.
Sizes included in the free-to-view pattern below:
- 6-12 months
- Toddler
- Child
- Adult
- Large Adult
Each size follows the same stitch pattern, with additional stitches and rows worked to adjust the fit.
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The premium, printable version of this pattern also includes a full cable stitch chart for you to follow. You can purchase a printable copy of this crochet pattern by clicking the button below to purchase from your favourite retailer or you can purchase ALL 3 patterns in the Wrapped Up in Diamonds Collection:
Skill Level & Special Stitches
This pattern is listed as an intermediate pattern due to the use of cable stitches, but don’t worry! The video tutorial linked below, walks you through each step of creating your beanie, ensuring you can master stitches and technique with ease. Some of the special stitches you’ll be using include:
- Front Post Extended Treble Crochet (FP etr) to create the cable effect
- Front Post Double Crochet (FP dc) and Back Post Double Crochet (BP dc) for the ribbing
Customization Ideas – Make It Your Own
Add your own style using these easy ways:
- Add a faux fur pompom or a matching yarn pompom for extra style.
- Experiment with different yarn textures like heathered wool or speckled acrylic for a unique look.
- Make it in multiple colors by incorporating striped sections into the cable pattern.
Pattern Information – Cosy Cable Stitch Beanie
Recommended Materials
- Any Aran/worsted (Size 4) yarn – I used Knitcraft Everyday Aran in shade Cream Tweed, 100% acrylic (100g/195m)
- See Size Chart for estimated amounts
- 5mm crochet hook
- scissors
- darning needle
Abbreviations
US Terms
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- ch – chain
- dc – double crochet
- FP dc – front post double crochet
- BP dc – back post double crochet
- FP Etr – front post extended treble crochet
- FP Etr-V – front post extended treble V-stitch
- FP Etr-T – front post extended treble T-stitch
- RS – right side
- YO – yarn over
Special Stitches
- BP dc = back post double crochet
- YO, insert hook from back to front and to back again around post of indicated st, YO and pull up a loop, [YO and pull through 2 loops on hook] twice
- FP dc = front post double crochet
- YO, insert hook from front to back and to front again around post of indicated st, YO and pull up a loop, [YO and pull through 2 loops on hook] twice.
- FP Etr = extended treble crochet
- YO 2 times, insert hook from front to back to front again around indicated st, yo and pull up a loop, YO, pull through one loop on hook, [YO, pull through 2 loops on hook] 3 times
- Skipped st on current row behind FP Etr unless otherwise indicated.
- FP Etr-V = front post treble V-stitch
- Skip next st, FP Etr around next post st 2 rows below, dc in next st on current row (directly above post st 2 rows below), FP Etr around same post st as first FP Etr worked
FP Etr T = extended front post treble T-stitch
- YO 2 times, insert hook from front to back and to front again around post st 1 stitch behind, 2 rows below, yo and pull up a loop
- YO, pull through one loop on hook
- [YO, pull through 2 loops] 2 times (first part of st made)
- YO 2 times, insert hook from front to back and to front again around post st 1 stitch ahead, 2 rows below, yo and pull up a loop
- YO, pull through one loop on hook
- [YO, pull through 2 loops] 2 times, YO, pull through remaining 3 loops
Note: When working a post st around an FP Etr-T, work around both posts of the st together
Beanie Size Chart
Video Tutorial | Cable Stitch Beanie Pattern
Follow along with this step-by-step video tutorial that accompanies this pattern. Whether you’re new to cable stitches or just need a little extra guidance, this video will make the process simple and enjoyable.
How to make this Cosy Cable Stitch Beanie Pattern
Brim
Ch 58 (64, 70, 76, 82)
Row 1. WS: Dc in 4th ch from hook (3 skipped chs count as first dc) and in each ch across, turn – 56 (62, 68, 74, 80) sts
Row 2: Ch 3, *FP dc around next st, BP dc around next st; repeat from * to last st, dc in last st, turn
Rows 3-4: Repeat Row 2
Row 5: Ch 3, dc in next st and in each st across to end, turn
Body of Hat
Row 6: Ch 3, [dc in next st, Etr around BP dc 2 rows below, dc in next st on current row, FP Etr-V around next FP dc post 2 rows below] 9 (10, 11, 12, 13) times, dc in last st, turn
Row 7: Repeat Row 5
Row 8: Ch 3, [FP Etr-V around post sts 2 rows below, dc in next st on current row, FP Etr-T, dc in next st on current row] 9 (10, 11, 12, 13) times, dc in last st, turn
Row 9: Repeat Row 5
Row 10: Ch 3, [dc in next st, FP Etr-T, dc in next 2 sts on current row, FP Etr around post 2 rows below, dc in next st on current row] 9 (10, 11, 12, 13) times , dc in last st, turn
Row 11: Repeat Row 5
Row 12: Ch 3, [dc in next st, FP Etr around post 2 rows below, dc in next st on current row, FP Etr-V around post 2 rows below] 9 (10, 11, 12, 13) times, dc in last st, turn
Rows 13-14 (16, 18, 18, 18): Repeat Rows 7-8 (10, 12, 12, 12)
Sizes Teen/Adult Small and Adult Large Only
Rows 18
x (x, x, 20, 22): Repeat Rows 7-x (x, x, 8, 10)
All Sizes
Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing
Seaming
With WS facing and using long tail, sew row ends together from final row down to Row 1
With WS facing, using an additional strand of yarn, secure yarn in joining seam, weave yarn with darning needle through every 4th st around top of hat, pull yarn tight to close, secure ends with a knot
Weave in remaining ends
Purchase the Printable PDF Pattern
The premium, printable version of this pattern also includes a full cable stitch chart for you to follow. You can purchase a printable copy of this crochet pattern by clicking the button below to purchase from your favourite retailer or you can purchase ALL 3 patterns in the Wrapped Up in Diamonds Collection:
The Wrapped Up in Diamonds cable stitch crochet beanie is a stylish and cozy accessory that’s fun to make and even better to wear! Whether you crochet one for yourself or as a thoughtful handmade gift, this pattern is sure to impress. Don’t forget to share your finished beanies with us using #Cosyrosieuk on social media!
