The Zenith Beanie crochet pattern is part of the Crochet Cancer Challenge hosted by Christine from Sweet Potato 3. She has been hosting this event for years, and this is the 2nd year I participated in.

Find the free pattern on my blog.

SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate

MATERIALS
• Worsted Weight (#4) Yarn, approx. 200 – 220 yards
• Crochet Hook Size 5.5 mm (or size to obtain gauge)
• Scissors
• Darning Needle
• Tape Measure
• Stitch Marker
• Optional: Pompom

GAUGE: Brim: 7 sts X 7 rows = 2 inches (in pattern) | Body: 8 sts X 5 rows = 2 inches (in pattern)

FINISHED MEASUREMENT: Approx. 8.5 inches (height) x 20 inches (circumference)—unstretched.
Fits most adults.

STITCHES AND ABBREVIATIONS | US Terminology
blo – back loop only
ch(s) – chain(s)
FPdc – front post double crochet
FPsc – front post single crochet
PM – place marker
rep – repeat
RS – right side
sc – single crochet
sk – skip
slst – slip stitch
sp – space
st(s) – stitch(es)
WS – wrong side
wc – waistcoat stitch
wcFPdc2tog – waistcoat and front post double crochet stitches 2 together (decrease)

NOTES

1. Read the pattern carefully before starting.
2. This pattern is worked in from the bottom (band) up. Once the band is finished, work continuously without slip stitching into the 1st stitch. I recommend using a stitch marker to mark the beginning of the round. Remember to move the stitch marker as you progress.
3. • • Repeat instructions between asterisks as many times as directed or repeat at specified locations.
4. The number of stitches in each row/round is indicated by the numbers at the end of the row/round.
5. The size of the hat can easily be customized. Keep in mind that the stitch count for the pattern is a multiple of 4.

I hope you enjoy making the Zenith Beanie as much as I enjoyed designing it. Let’s celebrate life, one stitch at a time!