3D Leaf Stitch Beanie Crochet Pattern

This hat pattern is made up of two main sections: the ribbed brim (the bottom band) and the hat body, which features the textured 3D leaf design. The body uses a repeating sequence that combines a simple base stitch with the decorative Leaf Stitch (usually formed with variations of double crochet, puff, or bobble stitches).

 

1. Ribbed Brim (Canelado)

The brim is worked as a flat strip and then joined into a circle.

Materials

• Yarn: Bulky (Weight 5) or Super Bulky (Weight 6)

• Hook: Large hook suitable for your yarn (typically 6.0 mm to 9.0 mm)

Instructions

1. Foundation Chain:
   Chain the number of stitches needed for your preferred brim width (e.g., Chain 7 for a thick brim).

2. Row 1:
   Single crochet (SC) in the 2nd chain from the hook and in each chain across.
   Chain 1 and turn.

3. Row 2 and all rows after:
   Work Single Crochet in the Back Loop Only (SC BLO) across.
   Chain 1 and turn.

4. Repeat Row 2 until the band comfortably stretches around your head, usually about 20–22 inches.

5. Seaming:
   Do not cut the yarn. Bring the first and last rows together and close the strip with slip stitches to form the brim circle.

 

2. Hat Body (Corpo da Touca)

The body of the hat is worked in the round. A dense stitch such as SC BLO or HDC is often used as the base to give the hat a clean, knit-like texture.

Initial Round

• Chain 1, then work single crochet evenly around the top edge of the brim.

• Your stitch count should be even (for example, 40–60 stitches), depending on the size and the leaf pattern repeat.

• Join with a slip stitch.

Base Rounds

Work a few rounds of your chosen base stitch (SC, HDC, or SC BLO) to create height before starting the leaf design.

 

Leaf Pattern Section (Example)

1. Setup:
   Work 3–5 base stitches.

2. Leaf Stitch:
   Create the 3D leaf motif (usually worked as a bobble or puff stitch cluster) into the next stitch.

3. Repeat:
   Continue alternating several base stitches with one Leaf Stitch all the way around.

4. Next Leaf Row:
   For a staggered look, place each new Leaf Stitch in the center of the base-stitch section from the previous round.
   This creates the signature layered leaf effect.

 

Shaping the Crown

Once the hat reaches the top of your head, begin decreasing:

• Work SC2tog (single crochet two together) in each round.

• Continue decreasing until only a few stitches remain.

To finish, cut the yarn leaving a long tail, thread it through the remaining stitches, and pull tight to close the top. Secure and weave in all ends.

Optional:

Add a yarn or faux-fur pom-pom on top.

 

Video Tutorial Recommendation

Because the Leaf Stitch is the most detailed part of the pattern, following a video tutorial can be very helpful. Try searching for:

• “How To Crochet Leaves Pattern Beanie Hat for Every Size”

• “Easy Crochet Leaf Hat by Annoo Crochet”

These videos demonstrate exactly how to create the textured 3D leaf motifs that make this hat so unique.