❄️ Polka dots make everything more fun

Snuggle up with a cozy, fun crochet hat. This polka dot beanie is quick to work up in chunky yarn, so you can make one for yourself and one for a friend before the snow flies.

Pick two colors you love, add a fluffy pompom, and you have a winter hat with personality.

✨ What makes it work

• Chunky and quick. One skein of each color does the job.
• Playful dots. A fun textured pattern that pops in contrast colors.
• Stretchy brim. Fits most adult heads.

✂️ What you’ll need

• Yarn: Hygge, Red Heart (chunky weight), 2 skeins in colors of your choice, 145 yds (133 m) of each.
• Love a swap? Comfort Chunky, Red Heart · For Babies Chunky, Stylecraft · Wool-Ease Chunky, Lion Brand · Big Value Baby Soft Chunky, King Cole
• Hook: J (6.0mm)
• Tools: Yarn Needle · Scissors
• To finish like the sample: Faux fur fabric for a pompom, or a pre-made Pompom

⭐ Good to know

• Size: Adult, brim stretches to fit 19” to 23” heads.
• Gauge: 16 sts and 9 rows = 4” x 4” in the background pattern · gauge help
• Terms: US crochet

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Briana

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