With fall weather moving in, and winter close behind, it’s a great time to start crocheting cozy beanies!
And while it can seem like crochet patterns are always geared toward women, don’t worry if you’re hoping to make a hat for the men in your life. This round-up features dozens of patterns for classic and simple men’s crochet beanies. And best of all? Every pattern is free!
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1. DK Double Crochet Hat
Let’s start with this incredibly simple double-crochet beanie. This is a great option if you want to make hats for dad plus the whole family, because the pattern includes eleven sizes ranging from preemie through adult large. To make one, you’ll need DK weight yarn and knowledge of basic stitches plus the double magic ring. The double magic ring adds sturdiness to crochet projects, and the designer links to a handy photo tutorial.
2. Lakeside Beanie
This ribbed beanie looks great in multiple colors and in just one, so the design is very customizable. Just grab some worsted-weight yarn and make sure you know simple crochet stitches plus the front-post and back-post double crochets.
3. Ribbed Wonder: An Easy Crochet Hat
Here’s a basic ribbed hat that will definitely keep your ears warm all fall and winter long! The burnt orange color is so autumnal, though of course you could choose any color you like! To make this hat, you’ll need chunky weight 5 yarn and knowledge of easy stitches plus working in the back loop only.
4. Pacifica Mens Crochet Beanie
Here’s another easy ribbed men’s beanie that’s made with worsted weight yarn, basic stitches, and working in the back loop only (you’ll notice a lot of hats in this tutorial use that technique—it’s how ribbing is created!). This hat is crocheted as a rectangle that’s then seamed together and sewed closed at the top, so it’s a perfect project if you prefer working in rows to crocheting in the round.
5. Men’s Basic Beanie with Options
If you’re looking for a customizable beanie pattern, look no further! This pattern includes three beanie styles: basic, brimmed, and slouchy. To make any of the options, you’ll need worsted-weight yarn and knowledge of simple stitches. The pattern is also great for visual learners since it includes a video tutorial.
6. Easy Men’s Beanie
This beginner-friendly men’s beanie features fun stripes and will work up in no time! Just make sure you have two colors of worsted-weight yarn and know how to do the front-post double crochet.
7. Easy Striped Beanie for Men and Boys
This pattern is actually two patterns in one, so you can choose whether you want to make stripes by changing yarn colors or by adding fun textures to your beanie. You can also decide which of multiple sizes to crochet. The hats are made with worsted-weight yarn and with front-post and back-post single and double crochets.
8. Hyland Men’s Hat
This men’s hat features striking stripes of color, and if you’ve never done color changes before, don’t worry—the pattern explains how! The hat can be made in toddler, child, teen, and adult sizes, and you’ll need to know basic stitches plus how to yarn under for your single and half-double crochets. The pattern explains how to do this technique, too!
9. The “Alvin” Crochet Men’s Beanie
These beanies boast colorful stripes and a ribbed brim, so they’re super stylish! They’re also fitted, which makes them very cozy. Before you start this project, make sure you pick up some worsted-weight yarn and know how to do a half-double crochet decrease. Then you’ll be well on your way to staying warm this winter, whether you make the teen or adult size hat!
10. Men’s Classic Beanie
This knit-look beanie is perfect if you know how to crochet but not knit, and don’t want to learn another whole yarn craft! For this project, you’ll want worsted-weight yarn. An alpaca-wool blend like the designer used would be fantastic for staying warm! And then you just have to decide if you want to roll up the brim or not—I think both styles look fantastic!
11. Brickwork Men’s Toque
This hat features a fun crossed pattern that looks like brickwork—hence its name! To make one, pick up some bulky size 6 yarn (a cozy choice!) and make sure you know how to work in the back loop, the front and back posts, and the third loop.
12. Basic Men’s Hat
This basic men’s beanie will work up in no time! It’s made entirely with single and half-double crochets, and you’ll need a soft worsted-weight yarn like Vanna’s Choice by Lion Brand Yarn.
13. Skater Beanie
The Skater Beanie is one of the simplest and easiest beanies in this round-up. To make one, you’ll just need to pick up some worsted-weight yarn and know how to do the single crochet, half-double crochet, and magic ring.
14. Basic Beanie for Men
This basic men’s beanie features some fun stripes and is quick and easy to make. You’ll only need to know simple crochet stitches. The pattern is written in UK terms, but it’s quite easy to convert those to US terms if you need!
15. Stony Beanie
This beanie features fun textured stripes made with basic stitches plus working in the front loop only and back loop only. A worsted yarn like Red Heart Super Saver is a comfortable, affordable option for this project.
16. Men’s Ribbed Beanie
This pattern includes two beanie options: the slouchy version pictured above, and a wide-brim version. To make either one, you’ll need worsted-weight yarn and knowledge of how to work in the front post and back post of stitches.
17. Men’s Reversible Hat and Cowl Set
This pattern is awesome because it includes both a hat and a cowl, so you’ll stay warm all winter long! Plus, both the hat and the cowl are reversible, so it’s really like having four accessories in one pattern. The pattern calls for worsted-weight yarn and basic stitches plus the reverse single crochet (also known as the crab stitch), which is described.
18. Men’s Crochet Beanie
This two-tone beanie is an elevated version of a simple men’s beanie. It’s made with chunky yarn, so it’s sure to provide warmth all fall and winter, and you’ll only need to use easy stitches to crochet it.
19. Modified Slouchy Beanie
This beanie includes my very favorite feature: a pom-pom! The ribbed brim also adds a pop of style to this slouchy hat. You can choose either lightweight or DK yarn for the project, and you’ll only need to know basic stitches plus the front-post double crochet and front-post slip stitch.
20. Creek Bend Beanie
Between its colorful design and the puff-like texture, this is one very stylish men’s hat! To achieve the colorful effect, you’ll want a variegated or ombre weight 5 yarn. And the texture is all thanks to the special single cluster crochet, which is described in the pattern. This is a great beanie to make if you feel ready to branch out and learn a new stitch that can elevate many future projects!
21. Simple Seed Stitch Beanie
This beanie pattern includes four sizes, so you can make matching winter hats for the whole family! The beanies feature a fun striped texture thanks to the seed stitch, which is quite easy to learn. So grab some worsted-weight yarn, make sure you know how to work in the front post, back post, and third loop, and you’ll have a family set of hats in no time!
22. Benefaction Crochet Hat
This is a classic and simple men’s crochet beanie that has fun stripes and a ribbed brim. You’ll need sport-weight yarn for this project, and wool is a great choice to add warmth. The pattern calls for easy stitches plus the magic circle and front-post double crochet, both of which are explained.
23. Unlimited Beanie
Once again Kirsten Holloway has designed a beanie that you can make for the whole family! This pattern includes four sizes, ranging from infant through adult. I love the textured stripes, and the pattern also includes instructions for an optional pom-pom and optional earflaps! To make any of the hat options, you’ll need worsted-weight yarn and knowledge of how to work in the front post, back post, and back loop only.
24. Crocheted Ribbed Hat
Stripes and a ribbed brim are a stylish combination for this men’s beanie! The pattern includes instructions for both a kid-size hat and an adult-size hat, and both options will be super cozy since they’re made with worsted-weight wool yarn. As long as you know how to work in the front post and back post, this project will be a breeze!
25. Brain Waves Beanie
The “brain wave” pattern of this men’s beanie is super fun! The pattern includes kid, adult, and adult large sizes, and there are also three color patterns to choose from. I just love when patterns are so customizable! The pattern is super detailed and includes tons of instructions for things like the magic ring, so this is a good pattern if you’re a beginner who feels ready to branch out into more complex projects. Just grab some worsted-weight yarn and you’ll be ready to get started!
26. Crochet Seafarer’s Cap
This is a super warm and cozy beanie—as it has to be, to keep sailors warm at sea! All you need for this project is worsted-weight yarn and knowledge of easy stitches and how to work in the back loop only.
27. Dream Weaver Beanie
This beanie features a fun checkered pattern and can be made in seven sizes, from preemie through adult large. You can crochet a hat for dad, and then matching ones for the rest of the family! All you’ll need is a variegated size 5 chunky yarn and knowledge of easy stitches. This is a very helpful pattern for beginner crocheters since it includes links to video tutorials for the magic ring and invisible join.
28. The Superior Beanie
This knit-look beanie is a perfect winter crochet project. It’s made with worsted-weight yarn and simple stitches, so you’ll be able to whip up a ton before the snowy weather arrives!
29. Spike Beanie
Here’s a men’s beanie with spiked stripes that give it a pop of fun style. To make one, you’ll need two colors of worsted-weight yarn and knowledge of basic stitches plus the spike double crochet, which is explained in the pattern and is very easy to learn.
30. Hickory Bark Beanie
This men’s beanie has a nice texture and is long enough to keep your ears toasty warm even in the winter chill. To make one, you’ll need bulky weight 5 yarn and knowledge of easy stitches plus the front-post double crochet. The pattern includes helpful photos, so this project is a good choice if you’re a beginner crocheter who feels ready to learn new skills.
31. A Very Simple Skateboarder Beanie
If you need a hat in a hurry, this quick and easy beanie pattern is a great choice. It’s made with worsted-weight yarn and single crochets, so it’s very beginner-friendly. There are even instructions for adjusting the sizing!
32. Stay Strong Beanie
This striped beanie is made with worsted-weight yarn, which you likely already have on hand in your stash! You’ll also need to know simple stitches plus the reverse single crochet, also known as the crab stitch. The pattern describes this stitch and also links to a video tutorial, so it should be pretty easy to learn.
33. Iron Mountain Beanie
This is a super-warm men’s beanie, especially if you use an alpaca-blend yarn like the designer did! Of course, any bulky weight 5 yarn will do. And you’ll only need to know easy stitches plus how to work in the back loop only.
34. Basic Men’s Hat
This hat is simple yet classic, and the pattern is beginner-friendly. Just grab some aran-weight yarn and you’ll have a warm beanie in no time!
35. Visor Beanie
This fun visor beanie is a great way to keep the sun out of your eyes. All you’ll need is a worsted-weight wool yarn (for extra coziness!) and knowledge of easy stitches.
36. Retro Stripes Hat
I love this retro beanie! It reminds me of a Scottish Christmas, especially with the pom-pom, so it’d be a great holiday gift to crochet for all the men in your life. It’s made with worsted-weight yarn and easy stitches plus the front-post double crochet, which is described in the pattern.
37. Autumn Dew Beanie
This hat may be called the Autumn Dew Beanie, but with its red and white stripes, it reminds me of a Christmas candy cane! I guess that just means it’s the perfect hat for both fall and winter! I love the variety of stripes and textures used in the beanie, and these are achieved with easy stitches plus the 3-double-crochet puff stitch, which is explained in the pattern. So grab some worsted-weight yarn in your two favorite colors, and you’ll have a beanie in no time!
38. So Good, You’ll “Borrow” it Beanie
With its fun puffed stripes, this is the perfect cozy winter hat. To make one, just grab some worsted-weight yarn and make sure you know how to do the single cluster crochet (or are ready to learn it—it’s described in the pattern).
39. Campfire Nights Beanie
Last but certainly not least is this stylish Campfire Nights Beanie. The textured stripes are absolutely eye-catching. This is a good pattern if you have some crochet experience and are ready to learn new skills, because you’ll need to know the reverse single crochet/crab stitch and the single-crochet picot. Both are explained in the pattern, and there’s even a link to a video tutorial for the picot. So grab your three favorite colors of worsted-weight yarn, and get ready to create a stunning men’s beanie!
Now that you’ve explored 39 classic and simple men’s crochet beanie patterns, which one(s) will you be making as we move into the chilly fall and winter weather? Let us know in the comments!
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