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❄️ Relax, it is just one easy stitch

The Extend That Mellow Texture Hat is a simple, modern beanie made for relaxing, mindful crochet. Beginners, experienced makers and anyone needing a quick project will love it.

It uses the extended single crochet in the round for a fantastic texture, and it works up fast, perfect for last minute gifts or charity projects.

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✨ What makes it work

• Extended single crochet. A stitch between a half double and a double in height.
• Worked in the round. Quick and simple.
• Six sizes. Newborn to large adult.
• One skein. One skein of Mellowspun DK makes any size.
• You’re not on your own. Video tutorial and written pattern included.

✂️ What you’ll need

• Yarn: Mellowspun DK, Mary Maxim (100% acrylic, 284 yds/100g), 1 skein for any size
• Love a swap? Swish DK, WeCrochet · Softee Baby, Bernat · Super Saver Brushed, Red Heart (a bulkier yarn, adjustments needed, see the pattern)
• Hooks: 4.5mm and G (4.0mm)
• Tools: Removable Stitch Markers (if needed) · Yarn Needle · Scissors
• To finish like the sample: Faux Fur Pom Pom · Pompom Maker

✿ Sizes

• Newborn (Baby, Toddler, Child/Small Adult, Adult, Large Adult)
• Fits head: 13 to 14 (16 to 17, 18 to 19, 20 to 21, 22 to 23, 24 to 25)“
• Yardage: 105 (150, 175, 200, 250, 275) yds

⭐ Good to know

• Skill level: Easy, beginner
• Special stitch: extended single crochet
• Gauge: 16 sts and 11 rows = 4” x 4” in esc pattern · gauge help
• Terms: US crochet

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© 2026 Briana Kepner (Briana K Designs). All rights reserved. For personal use; you’re welcome to sell finished items, and credit is always appreciated. Please don’t share, copy or resell the pattern. Changes to yarn or sizing are your call, and we can’t support modifications. Privacy · GPSR Representative: Ciara Doyle, C15 Y5F9, Ireland, Ciara@thefairythorn.ie