The Country Cottage Beanie is a beautifully textured, gender-neutral crochet hat perfect for everyone in the family. Designed by The Turtle Trunk, this pattern blends timeless texture with modern comfort. It uses simple stitches like double crochet and front post double crochet to achieve a rich, cozy fabric.
With four included sizes (Baby, Child, Teen/Adult Small, and Adult Large), it’s ideal for quick gifts or market prep. Whether made in a solid color or striped, this hat is sure to be a staple in your handmade wardrobe.
Contents
Supplies
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Medium (4) Weight Yarn
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Suggested: I Love This Yarn! in Light Sage
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Alternatives: Lion Brand Color Theory, Red Heart Super Saver
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5.5 mm (I) Crochet Hook
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Yarn needle
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Scissors
Size & Yardage Chart
Size | Hat Circumference | Hat Height (with 2″ brim) | Yardage |
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Baby (13–15″) | 13″ | 6″ | 110 yards |
Child (16–18″) | 16″ | 7.5″ | 125 yards |
Teen/Adult Small | 18.5″ | 8.5″ | 170 yards |
Adult Large | 21″ | 9″ | 185 yards |
Gauge
12 stitches x 10 rows = 4″ x 4″
To check gauge:
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Chain 12, join to form a loop
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CH 2 and follow Rounds 1–10 using DC and FPDC
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Swatch should measure 2″ wide and 4″ tall
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Adjust hook size if needed
Abbreviations (U.S. Terms)
Abbreviation | Definition |
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ST(s) | Stitch(es) |
SL ST | Slip Stitch |
CH | Chain |
SC | Single Crochet |
SC BLO | Single Crochet in Back Loop Only |
DC | Double Crochet |
FPDC | Front Post Double Crochet |
Pattern Notes
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Pattern is worked in joined rounds from the crown down
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Beginning chains do not count as stitches
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Join each round with a slip stitch
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Repeat stitches between asterisks (*) as indicated
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Brim is worked flat, then sewn to the base of the hat
Pattern Instructions
Baby Size
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Magic Circle, CH 1
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Rnd 1: 8 SC. Join & CH 1. (8)
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Rnd 2: 2 SC in each ST. Join & CH 1. (16)
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Rnd 3: SC, 2 SC. Join & CH 1. (24)
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Rnd 4: SC x 2, 2 SC. Join & CH 1. (32)
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Rnd 5: SC x 3, 2 SC. Join & CH 2. (40)
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Rnd 6: DC in each ST. Join & CH 2. (40)
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Rnd 7: FPDC, DC. Join & CH 2. (40)
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Rnd 8: DC, FPDC. Join & CH 2. (40)
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Rnd 9: FPDC, DC. Join & CH 2. (40)
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Rnds 10–13: Repeat Rnds 8 & 9
→ Move on to Brim
Child Size
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Magic Circle, CH 1
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Rnd 1: 8 SC. Join & CH 1. (8)
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Rnd 2: 2 SC in each ST. Join & CH 1. (16)
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Rnd 3: SC, 2 SC. Join & CH 1. (24)
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Rnd 4: SC x 2, 2 SC. Join & CH 1. (32)
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Rnd 5: SC x 3, 2 SC. Join & CH 1. (40)
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Rnd 6: SC x 4, 2 SC. Join & CH 2. (48)
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Rnd 7: DC in each ST. Join & CH 2. (48)
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Rnd 8: FPDC, DC. Join & CH 2. (48)
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Rnd 9: DC, FPDC. Join & CH 2. (48)
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Rnd 10: FPDC, DC. Join & CH 2. (48)
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Rnds 11–16: Repeat Rnds 9 & 10
→ Move on to Brim
Teen/Adult Small
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Magic Circle, CH 1
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Rnd 1: 8 SC. Join & CH 1. (8)
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Rnd 2: 2 SC in each ST. Join & CH 1. (16)
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Rnd 3: SC, 2 SC. Join & CH 1. (24)
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Rnd 4: SC x 2, 2 SC. Join & CH 1. (32)
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Rnd 5: SC x 3, 2 SC. Join & CH 1. (40)
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Rnd 6: SC x 4, 2 SC. Join & CH 1. (48)
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Rnd 7: SC x 5, 2 SC. Join & CH 2. (56)
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Rnd 8: DC in each ST. Join & CH 2. (56)
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Rnd 9: FPDC, DC. Join & CH 2. (56)
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Rnd 10: DC, FPDC. Join & CH 2. (56)
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Rnd 11: FPDC, DC. Join & CH 2. (56)
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Rnds 12–19: Repeat Rnds 10 & 11
→ Move on to Brim
Adult Large
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Magic Circle, CH 1
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Rnd 1: 8 SC. Join & CH 1. (8)
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Rnd 2: 2 SC in each ST. Join & CH 1. (16)
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Rnd 3: SC, 2 SC. Join & CH 1. (24)
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Rnd 4: SC x 2, 2 SC. Join & CH 1. (32)
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Rnd 5: SC x 3, 2 SC. Join & CH 1. (40)
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Rnd 6: SC x 4, 2 SC. Join & CH 1. (48)
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Rnd 7: SC x 5, 2 SC. Join & CH 1. (56)
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Rnd 8: SC x 6, 2 SC. Join & CH 2. (64)
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Rnd 9: DC in each ST. Join & CH 2. (64)
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Rnd 10: FPDC, DC. Join & CH 2. (64)
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Rnd 11: DC, FPDC. Join & CH 2. (64)
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Rnd 12: FPDC, DC. Join & CH 2. (64)
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Rnds 13–20: Repeat Rnds 11 & 12
→ Move on to Brim
Brim (All Sizes)
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CH 14
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Row 1: SC in 2nd CH from hook, SC in each across. (13)
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SL ST in next 2 STs on hat base. Turn.
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Row 2: SC BLO across. CH 1, Turn.
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Row 3: SC BLO across. SL ST in next 2 STs on hat. Turn.
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Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until brim reaches:
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Baby: 39 rows
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Child: 47 rows
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Teen/Adult Small: 55 rows
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Adult Large: 63 rows
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SL ST brim edge to starting CH through BLO.
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Fasten off, weave in ends.
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Optional: Add pom pom.
Conclusion
You've now completed the Country Cottage Beanie—a cozy, stylish, and stretchy hat with a classic look. With its comfortable fit, gender-neutral design, and customizable options, this beanie is a must-make for cold weather and gift-giving. Add a pom pom, play with color combos, or make one in every size!