This is a crochet pattern review of the Wheat Stitch Beanie designed by Briana Kepner for Briana K Designs. Review done by Kami Jones for Cre8tion Crochet.
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I absolutely love the look of braided stitches in crochet. Lately I have been seeing Briana’s wheat stitch everywhere. It’s a showstopper using a variation of the braided puff stitch. Because you can never have too many beanies I opted to start there. I had some Sirdar Jewelspun leftover from a cardigan that I made for my daughter. Why not make a coordinating hat?
This pattern has eight sizes available and two brim versions. Therefore you should be able to find the perfect size for everyone. First you choose and make your brim flat in rows. Afterwards the body is worked in turned rounds.
Now I am off to make pumpkins and Christmas trees using the same stitches! Then maybe a scarf or a blanket.
What Materials Do You Need to Crochet a Wheat Stitch Beanie?
- 70 – 160 yards of contrast color and 35 – 120 yards of the main color of Worsted Weight Yarn
- I used 143 yards of Mary Maxim Maximum Value in Aran for the Main Color
- I used 125 Sirdar Jewelspun in Nordic Noir for the Contrasting Color
- H8/5mm hook for the body
- G6/4mm hook for the brim
- Scissors
- Tapestry Needle
- Pom Pom (optional)
- Leather Patch (optional)
- Wheat Stitch Beanie, Free Crochet Pattern from Briana K Designs
Material Notes:
The designer used Soho Playful yarn for the contrast color, which is an acrylic/cotton blend. For the main color, she used Herrschners Supreme, which is 100% acrylic. The designer also provides a list of yarn alternatives that would be good for this pattern. I used Mary Maxim Maximum Value and Sirdar Jewelspun for my beanie, as that was what I had in my stash.
Self striping yarn works great for the secondary color with a neutral for the main. However it would also look great with two solid colors. Additionally it could be done in a single color if you’re not a fan of that color pop and just want the texture to shine. If you’re using multiple yarns I recommend sticking to the same weight as well as the fiber type.
Although I chose not to add one, a pom would be amazing on this beanie. I might add one if I can find the perfect color. Furthermore I am planning on adding a leather patch soon, I just have to find where I put it.
How Long Does it Take to Crochet a Wheat Stitch Beanie?
This beanie works up surprisingly fast. I spent less than three hours making the adult small. Since I chose the longer, foldable brim, a lot of the time was spent making the brim.
What Size is a Wheat Stitch Beanie?
My small adult beanie measures 9.5 inches wide and 8 inches long laid flat not including brim. I made the foldable brim adding 4 inches to the total length.
Gauge:
16 rows x 17 stitches = 4 inches in brim pattern
All About Making the Wheat Stitch Beanie:
I am so in love with this beanie! That texture is just so amazing!! If I were to make another I might try it with a slip stitch brim instead of single crochet. While this stitch may look difficult it is actually pretty simple. If you have done crossed stitches and puff stitches it should be pretty easy.
As a caution make sure that you are paying attention and turning your rows. I missed a turn and had to undo a few rounds to fix it.
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