This extended single crochet cap pattern is worked in the extended single crochet up until the brim. It’s a nice texture that is perfect for both men and women. With that said, the pattern is given in a women’s size.
The great thing about this hat is that it can be worn throughout the seasons with minor changes as to how to work the pattern. As is, the cap is perfect for the winter as it’ll keep your ears and forehead cozy while also keeping the sun out of your eyes. For a winter hat you could leave the brim off if you’d like.
And if you plan on wearing this in the summer you could choose a cotton and shorten the length a bit.
How it’s Made
This crochet cap is started in rounds at the crown and worked down in one piece until you get to the brim. The stitch used for the hat is the extended single crochet, which is very similar to the single crochet, but with a slight increase in height.
The brim is worked in short rows. Then as a final touch you reverse single crochet all the way around the brim and cap.
The Yarn
I used Vanna’s Choice because it results in a nice stretchy material. But any similar yarn that meets the gauge will work.
The Size
The size is given to fit a women’s small. However, if you don’t mind leaving the brim off, the beanie itself is very easy to adjust to any size you want. Here is a Crochet Hat Size Chart by Age to use as a guide when adjusting the size.
Other Patterns to Try
- Blossom Stitch Crochet Cap
- Cross-Over Long DC Free Crochet Newsboy Hat Pattern
- Fallin’ Back Hat
- Crochet Visor
- Single Crochet Beanie Pattern
Extended Single Crochet Cap Pattern
Skill Level
Materials
- Yarn: Vanna's Choice (Worsted Weight, #4; 100% acrylic; 3.5oz/100g; 170 yds/156 m)
- Crochet Hook: H/8-5.00mm
- Other: Measuring Tape, Scissors, Yarn Needle.
Measurements
- Gauge: Measures 1.5" over first 2 rnds, and 1" over 3 sts.
- Finished Size: Laying flat it measures 10.25" across and 7.5" high not counting the brim.
Abbreviations
- Ch/Chs = Chain/Chains
- Esc = Extended Single Crochet
- FO = Fasten Off
- Rep = Repeat
- Rsc = Reverse Single Crochet
- Sc = Single Crochet
- Sl St = Slip Stitch
- St/Sts = Stitch/Stitches
Special Stitch Instructions
- Extended Single Crochet (ESC): Insert hook in stitch indicated, yarn over and pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through one loop, yarn over and pull through both loops on hook.
- Reverse Single Crochet (RSC): Insert your hook to the right of your work, yarn over and pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through. (It's worked the same as a single crochet, but in the opposite direction.)
Instructions
- Rnd 1: Ch 2, work 8 esc into 2nd ch from hook; join with sl st in first esc. (8 sts)
- Rnd 2: Ch 1 (does not count as st now and throughout), work 2 esc in same st as join and into each st around; join with sl st in first esc. (16 sts)
- Rnd 3: Ch 1, esc in same st as join, 2 esc in next st, *esc in next st, 2 esc in next st; rep from * around; join with sl st in first esc. (24 sts)
- Rnd 4: Ch 1, esc in same st as join and into next st, 2 esc in next st, *esc in next 2 sts, 2 esc in next st; rep from * around; join with sl st in first esc. (32 sts)
- Rnd 5: Ch 1, esc in same st as join and into next 2 sts, 2 esc in next st, *esc in next 3 sts, 2 esc in next st; rep from * around; join with sl st in first esc. (40 sts)
- Rnd 6: Ch 1, esc in same st as join and into next 3 sts, 2 esc in next st, *esc in next 4 sts, 2 esc in next st; rep from * around; join with sl st in first esc. (48 sts)
- Rnd 7: Ch 1, esc in same st as join and into next 4 sts, 2 esc in next st, *esc in next 5 sts, 2 esc in next st; rep from * around; join with sl st in first esc. (56 sts)
- Rnd 8: Ch 1, esc in same st as join and into next 5 sts, 2 esc in next st, *esc in next 6 sts, 2 esc in next st; rep from * around; join with sl st in first esc. (64 sts) (If you need a larger size continue to increase the diameter)
- Rnd 9: Ch 1, esc in same st as join and into each st around; join with sl st in first esc. (64 sts)
- Rnds 10-23: Rep rnd 9 until you have reached a desired height – This hat is fairly long, so go less if you'd like it shorter. One tester ended hers at rnd 19. FO.
Brim:
- Row 1: With Right Side facing, Join yarn with sl st to 23rd st from where you fastened off. Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, (sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) 6 times, sl st into next st. Turn. 26 sc.
- Row 2: Ch 1, skip the sl st, 2 sc in first sc, sc in each sc across, skip the sl st, working into the hat, sc into next sc of hat, sl st into next st of hat. Turn. 28 sc sts.
- Rows 3-6: Rep row 2. (36 sc sts)
- Rnd 7: With Right Side facing, Ch 1, rsc evenly around; join with sl st in first rsc. FO.
- For a cowl to match, simply ch as many as you like and join with a sl st. Then repeat rnd 9 working 1 esc into each ch/st.
I would love to make a felted version of the ESC Cap! Anyone know how to figure what the increases would be? Or maybe a similar pattern already written for felting?
Tried it and love it! Works up quick! Did 2 hats in one day and I’m not fast at crocheting.
Thank you! So glad you like it. :)