This design was inspired by PremKnits Big Braid Beanie.

This basic hat makes a bold statement with the crochet braid on the side. This hat is meant to be fitted for adults and slightly slouched for children. It is the perfect winter accessory!

This crochet pattern is written in english in US terminology.

Skill level: Intermediate
I would consider the braid for the pattern an intermediate skill, although an advanced beginner may be able to work it up.

This pattern comes with written instructions as well as over 40 pictures for easy reading. You’ll need to know slip stitch, single crochet, half-double crochet, double crochet, and front-post triple crochet.

This PDF comes with 2 patterns. The first pattern can be made any size from toddler to adult, as there aren’t any stitch counts for the rows. The second pattern is an average adult hat with a designated stitch count.

All pictures and patterns copyright to Mahala Makes.

If you have any questions about the pattern, please feel free to contact me at mahalamakes16 !at gmail.com

If enough interest is generated, I may make a video tutorial for the braid of this hat since it can be confusing! Shoot me a message if you think it’d help!

Thank you for making my dream a reality!
Mahala Kwanisai
Mahala Makes