20
Free Cable Crochet
Hat Patterns
Find your next crochet project in this list of 20 beautiful and free cable crochet beanie patterns.
Yes, it is possible to create cable designs in crochet! It can be a bit challenging, especially if you are new to the technique, but with practice, you can create beautiful, intricate designs. I’ve linked to tutorials that will guide you through the process step by step – perfect for beginners.
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Free Patterns with Video Tutorials
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Free Patterns with Video Tutorials
Cozy Cottage Cabled Hat Pattern from MJ’s Off The Hook Designs
The Cozy Cottage Hat is a free pattern suitable for intermediate to advanced crocheters. It features an intricate cable design and a fold-over ribbed band. The pattern is crocheted from the top down, making it easy to customise. It includes instructions for a range of sizes and a step-by-step video tutorial.
SIZE: 0-6 months, 6-12 months, Toddler, Child, Adult, and Large Adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn, e.g., Mary Maxim Starlette.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 95-250 yards (87-229 m) per hat.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) and 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, a measuring tape, and a faux fur pompom.
Brilliant Cables Beanie from A Purpose And A Stitch
The Brilliant Cables Beanie comes in two versions – one made with bulky weight yarn and the other in a worsted weight. The pattern has a step-by-step photo tutorial, and the designer has created a detailed video tutorial on working these cables in the flat that can teach you the basics of how to cable crochet. If you’d like to make Mommy & Me versions of this hat, the designer has you covered; the free pattern covers sizes from baby to adult.
SIZE: the free pattern is available in baby, toddler, child, small adult, and large adult sizes.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one to two skeins.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: ruler or measuring tape for checking gauge, scissors, a darning needle, and an optional pompom.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Back Loops Only Crochet, Front Post Treble Crochet, Back Post Treble Crochet and Front Post Double Treble Crochet.
How to Crochet a Cable Beanie from Spotted Horse Design Co.
This free cable crochet beanie tutorial uses the Almond Ridge Stitch. This stitch has a distinctive knit-look ridge pattern that gives it that cable texture. The designer has a YouTube tutorial to teach you how to make the Almond Ridge Stitch. The hat is sized to fit an average adult female, and there are notes on adjusting the size.
SIZE: approximately 9″ x 9″ (23 cm x 23cm). The brim is 7″ across (18 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Heartland from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one skein.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a tapestry needle, and a faux fur pompom (optional).
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Almond Ridge Stitch and Back Loop Only Crochet.
Remington Diamond Cable Crochet Hat from Lakeside Loops
The Remington Diamond Cable Crochet Hat features a beautiful honeycomb cable and a classic ribbed brim. The hat is worked from the bottom up, and the pattern has step-by-step photos and a video tutorial.
SIZE: baby, child, toddler, and adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Soft from Red Heart.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: you will need approximately 137 yards (126 m) for the baby size, 165 yards (151 m) for the toddler size, 195 yards (179 m) for the child size, and 229 yards (179 m) for the adult size.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape or ruler, scissors, yarn needle, and a pompom.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Crochet.
Camdyn Cable Crochet Hat from Lakeside Loops
The Camdyn Cable Crochet Hat pattern is suitable for intermediate to advanced crocheters. There are step-by-step photos, a chart and a video tutorial to guide you through making this hat.
SIZE: newborn, baby, toddler, child, woman, and man.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Feels Like Butta from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: detailed information on yarn requirements is listed in the pattern.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.75 mm (F-5) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: faux fur pompom, scissors, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Crochet.
Winter Wonder Cable Crochet Hat from MJ’s Off The Hook Designs
This simple cable hat pattern is worked from the top down and features a join-as-you-go, ribbed band made with single crochet in the back loop. There is an easy-to-follow video tutorial for this pattern.
SIZE: Eight sizes – 0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-12 months, Toddler, Child, Teen, Adult, and Large Adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 120-262 yards (110-240 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) and 5 mm (H-8) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, a measuring tape, and a 5″ faux fur pompom.
The Drexel Beanie from TL Yarn Crafts
The Drexel Beanie is a free pattern worked from the bottom up. The hat features the popcorn stitch and columns of cable-like post stitches. It’s an easy pattern to flow and includes a video tutorial.
SIZE: 10″ wide and 9″ tall (25 cm x 23 cm) when lying flat – to suit an average adult with a head circumference of 20” to 30″ (51-76 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #5 bulky/chunky weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: Two 100 g balls.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) and 6 mm (J-10) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a tapestry needle, a measuring tape, and a pompom (optional).
Beginner Crochet Cable Hat Pattern by Sarah from The Plush Pineapple
The Pineapple Crown Hat is a free pattern and a great introduction to crochet cables. The pattern includes photo and video tutorials to guide you.
SIZE: The hat body measures 10″ tall and 9½” wide (25.5 cm x 24 cm), and the brim has a circumference of 18″ (46 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn, e.g., Heartland from Lion Brand Yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) and 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, a measuring tape, and a faux fur pompom.
Skip Twist Cabled Beanie from Delia Creates
The Skip Twist Cabled Beanie is a relatively simple cable crochet hat pattern supported by a video tutorial.
SIZE: Adult medium/large.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 5 oz (142 g) or 250 yards (228 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Double Crochet and Front Post Treble Crochet.
Easy Crochet Braided Beanie Hat from Crochet with Carrie
Crochet cables are typically created using a sequence of front post and back post double crochet stitches. This pattern does something different and uses basic crochet stitches and an easy chain weaving technique to create the cable look. There is a written pattern and a full video tutorial.
SIZE: adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Vanna’s Choice from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one skein.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) and 6 mm (J-10) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: scissors, a yarn needle, and a pompom.
The Cross My Heart Beanie from Get Hooked Up Crochet
This crochet cable beanie pattern is worked from the bottom up. The written version of the pattern is available on Etsy, but you can make this beanie by following the free video tutorial.
SIZE: toddler, child, and adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Charisma Sorbet from Loops & Threads.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 156 yards (143 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 8 mm (L-11) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape, yarn needle, scissors, and a stitch marker.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Loop Crochet, Front Post Treble Crochet and Front Post Double Treble (called Front Post Quadruple Crochet in this pattern).
Free Written Patterns
Lee’s Cabled Beanie from Coco Crochet Lee
The brim of this free cable crochet beanie is crocheted with a single strand of #3 weight yarn. The body of the beanie is crocheted with two strands held together.
SIZE: one-size-fits-most 18-20″.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Swish DK from crochet.com.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: five 50 g skeins.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a yarn needle, scissors, and a pompom or yarn to make a pompom.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Double Crochet and Front Post Treble Crochet.
Cabled Slouchy Beanie from All About Ami
The Cable Slouchy Beanie is a free crochet pattern for an adult-sized beanie; it’s worked from the bottom up. There is also a free toddler version and a super bulky version of this pattern.
SIZE: adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Heartland from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one to two skeins.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Treble Crochet, Back Post Treble Crochet, and Front Post Doble Crochet.
Dreamy Cable Hat from My Hobby Is Crochet
The Dreamy Cable Hat is crocheted with two strands of fingering weight yarn held together. The hat is worked from the bottom up, starting with the ribbing.
SIZE: child 6-10 years and teen/adult women.
YARN WEIGHT: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: two 100 g skeins.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) and 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: stitch markers, scissors, a tapestry needle, a measuring tape or a ruler for checking your gauge, and a faux fur pompom.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Double Crochet, Back Post Double Crochet, and Front Post Treble Crochet.
Chunky Cabled Crochet Beanie from Leelee Knits
This gorgeous free pattern works up quickly in chunky weight yarn.
SIZE: adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Paintbox Yarns Simply Chunky.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: you will need about one and a half 3.5 oz skeins (100 g).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a tapestry needle, and a pompom (optional).
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Back Loop Only Crochet and Front Post Treble Crochet.
Crochet Braided Cable Beanie from Sirin’s Crochet
This beautifully textured hat features a braided cable and popcorn stitches.
SIZE: adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) and 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: a yarn needle, scissors, and faux fur for making a pompom.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Back Loop Only Crochet, Front Post Double Crochet, Back Post Double Crochet, Front Post Triple Treble Crochet, and Popcorn Stitch.
The Harvest Beanie from Leelee Knits
The Harvest Beanie is a free cable crochet beanie pattern featuring cables and bobbles. The brim is crocheted first, then the body of the hat is crocheted in the round from the bottom up.
SIZE: Child size to fit a head circumference of 19-21″ (48-53 cm), and adult size to fit a head circumference of 21-24″ (53-61 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Twill from crochet.com.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: you will need approximately 170-230 yards (155-210 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a pom pom, scissors and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Back Loop Only Crochet, Bobble Stitch, and Front Post Treble Crochet.
Crochet Diamond Beanie from Life + Yarn
Learn how to crochet the beautiful diamond stitch in the round with this free pattern.
SIZE: Baby, Toddler, Child, Teen, Adult Women’s, and Adult Men’s.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn, e.g., Mary Maxim’s Irish Tweed.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 150-250 yards (137-229 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, and a measuring tape.
Raised Diamonds Beanie from Make It Crochet
This free cable crochet beanie pattern creates a very warm, thick hat.
SIZE: The finished hat is approximately 9″ high with a 19″ circumference (23 cm x 48 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: Approximately 280 yards (256 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) and 6 mm (J-10) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, a pompom, and a measuring tape.
Staghorn Slouch from Moogly
The Staghorn Slouch features two antler-inspired cable crochet motifs.
SIZE: child, small adult, and large adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Wool-Ease from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one 85 g skein.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a pom pom maker, scissors, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Foundation Half Double Crochet, Crocheting in the Third Loop, Front Post Double Crochet, Front Post Treble Crochet, and Front Post Double Crochet.
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