"Merry Carousel" Crochet Hat Pattern: Colorful Cotton Beanie PDF for Women, Intermediate Skill Level
Bring joy and vibrant color to your crochet with the “Merry Carousel” crochet hat pattern, a beautifully detailed beanie design created especially for adventurous crafters. This intermediate-level pattern is packed with personality and ideal for showcasing your favorite fingering weight cotton yarns in a cheerful rainbow palette.
Designed to fit an adult woman’s head (approximately 21.5” circumference and 7.5” depth), this crochet beanie is perfect for spring and summer wear, light and breathable, yet structured and snug thanks to clever stitch combinations and thoughtful shaping.
🧵 What’s Included in the PDF Pattern:
- Yarn and hook recommendations (original hat made with 100% cotton – Begonia by YarnArt)
- Crochet symbols and abbreviations using standard U.S. terms
- Finished measurements
- Detailed stitch explanations with helpful video links to YouTube
- Written row-by-row instructions
- Graph/chart version of the pattern for visual reference
🎨 Yarn & Color Notes:
You’ll need approximately 180 yards total of fingering or light fingering weight yarn to complete the hat. The sample used a wide range of vibrant colors including: lilac, electric blue, green, light green, red, yellow, orange, turquoise, purple, coral, apricot, fuchsia, and jeans.
Feel free to follow the original rainbow scheme, or simplify the look using fewer colors or even a single shade — this pattern adapts beautifully to your personal style.
🧶 Crocheting Tips:
- Use a 2.2 mm crochet hook, or the size needed to match gauge
- Begin each new color with a standing stitch for neat transitions
- Explore different joining methods to find what works best for your style
- Always follow the written instructions, not just the chart — some stitches are complex and fully explained in the written portion
- Wet block the finished beanie on a dummy head or a round object matching the desired size for a polished look
🔍 Additional Info:
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Language: English (US crochet terms)
- Delivery: Digital PDF, available for instant download after purchase
You are welcome to sell finished items made from this pattern — credit to ItWasYarn is appreciated. Please do not share, resell, or redistribute the pattern or its images in any form.
Due to the digital nature of this item, no refunds are offered. However, I'm always happy to help if you run into questions — just send me a message!
🌟 Happy Crocheting and enjoy every colorful stitch!