3D Leaf Stitch Beanie Crochet Pattern

This pattern generally consists of two parts: the Ribbed Brim (the bottom band) and the Body (the part with the 3D leaves). The stitch used for the body is a repeating sequence of a base stitch and the Leaf Stitch (often a specific arrangement of Double Crochet or Puff/Bobble Stitches).

I. The Ribbed Brim (Canelado)

The brim is worked in a flat strip and then seamed to form a circle.

1. Yarn & Hook: Use a bulky (Weight 5) or super bulky (Weight 6) yarn and an appropriate large hook (e.g., 6.0 mm – 9.0 mm).
2. Foundation Chain: Chain the number of stitches ($N$) to equal your desired brim width (e.g., Chain 7 for a thick brim).
3. Row 1: Single Crochet (SC) in the 2nd chain from the hook and in each chain across. Chain 1. Turn.
4. Row 2 and Subsequent Rows: Work Single Crochet in the Back Loop Only (SC BLO) in each stitch across. Chain 1. Turn.
   • Repeat Row 2 until the piece stretches comfortably around your head circumference (usually 20-22 inches).
5. Seaming: Do not fasten off. Slip Stitch (SL ST) the first and last rows together to form the brim circle.

II. The Hat Body (Corpo da Touca)

The body is worked in the round, often using SC BLO or Half Double Crochet (HDC) as the base stitch to maintain a dense, knit-like look.

1. Initial Round: Chain 1. Work Single Crochet (SC) evenly around the top edge of the brim. Your stitch count should be an even number, suitable for your desired circumference and the leaf pattern repeat (e.g., 40-60 stitches). Join with a SL ST.
2. Base Rows (Before Leaves): Work a few rounds of the desired base stitch (e.g., SC, HDC, or SC BLO) to establish the height before the leaf pattern begins.
3. Leaf Pattern Rounds (Example):
   • Setup: Work 3 to 5 base stitches.
   • Leaf Stitch: Work the specific 3D Leaf Stitch (usually a Bobble or Puff stitch cluster) into the next stitch.
   • Repeat: Continue alternating the base stitches and the Leaf Stitch around the round.
   • Spacing: For the next leaf row, stagger the placement of the Leaf Stitch by working the leaf stitch into the middle of the base stitches from the previous leaf row.
4. Decreasing (Shaping the Crown): Once the body reaches the top of your head, begin decreasing (SC2tog) on every round to shape the crown. Continue decreasing until only a few stitches remain.
5. Finish: Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Weave the tail through the remaining stitches and pull tightly to close the top. Secure and weave in ends.
6. Optional Pom-Pom: Attach a faux fur or yarn pom-pom to the top.

Video Tutorial Suggestion

Since the “Leaf Stitch” is the most complex part, a video is essential. You can search for the video found in the results:

• Search for: “How To Crochet leaves pattern BEANIE HAT FOR EVERY SİZE”
• Or: “Easy Crochet Leaf Hat by Annoo Crochet”

These tutorials demonstrate how to construct the 3D leaf motif that gives the hat its distinctive appearance.