The cross stitch sc hat is worked using the cross stitch single crochet. This stitch is achieved by working the sc just slightly different, and it has a very pretty effect. Make this easy hat to practice this fun stitch, you will love it!
A few weeks ago, someone in the Facebook group shared a project using a new, pretty stitch called the cross stitch single crochet. I was intrigued, because I love the look of cross stitch and I was curious how the stitch was done.
(Spoiler alert, it’s way easy! )
This look is achieved by simply grabbing the top of the yarn instead of putting your hook under it to hook it though the stitch. It’s much easier to watch, so check out this video.
I also decided to do something a bit crazy and make the pom-pom out of faux sheepskin.
You can use my faux fur pom-pom tutorial and pattern to make them, but eyeball your cut about 1″ larger than the pattern, as the sheepskin is less thick.
It’s really plush! I am scouting for more colors because this might be my new favorite pom-pom. It even kinda looks like a very plush yarn pom-pom.
What do you think?
OMBRE CROSS STITCH SC HAT – FREE CROCHET PATTERN
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– 9 mm hook
– Brava Bulky (Black, White, Dove Heather, Cobblestone Heather)
– Darning Needle
Abbreviations: US Terms
Ch – chain
Sc – single crochet
Dc – Double Crochet
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
Sl st – Slip Stitch
St – stitch
BLO – Back Loops Only
Gauge: (Gauge Pattern)
Cross Stitch Sc Hat Brim:
Ch 6.
1. Hdc in 2nd ch from hook. Hdc in each remaining ch. Turn. (5 sts)
2. Ch 1. Hdc in same st. Working in Back Loops Only, hdc in next 3 sts. Hdc in last st going through both loops. Turn. (5 sts)
Repeat row two until your band reaches:
about 20″ for man
about 19″ for teen/woman
You will get this measurement by gently stretching your band and measuring the length, not the pre-stretch length. You want the hat to be snug and due to differences in yarn stretchiness, I am not providing a row count. Instead, use your measuring tape. It should stretch 2 inches or more
Note: You can make the hat band longer to make the hat larger ( or visa versa).
Fold long piece in half and sl st up the side, making a band. Turn so the seam is on the inside and your loop is at the top.
1. Ch 1. Sc in across the top of the band, achieving approx. 55 – 60 sts. Join with a sl st.
2. – 3. Working a cross stitch sc, work a st in each st around. Join.
Join Cobblestone Heather.
4. – 9. Ch 1. Work a cross stitch sc in each st around. Join.
Join Dove Heather.
10. – 15. Ch 1. Work a cross stitch sc in each st around. Join.
Join White.
16. – 21. Ch 1. Work a cross stitch sc in each st around. Join.
Tie off, leave a long tail.
Closing the cross stitch sc hat:
Turn the hat inside-out. Using the tail, sew a loose running stitch across the top of the hat. Cinch it tight to close the hat and weave in the end well and firmly. Turn back right-side out.
Attach a pom-pom on top to finish.
What do you think of this stitch?
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Bethany – I’m feeling a bit stupid… as this is the way I’ve always done single crochet?? I didn’t realize that there was a difference…….. OOOps!
Haha! Don’t feel that way! It’s only a slight difference :)
Hey Beth!
Thanks for all you do. Your such an inspiration for us ❤️
My question for this fabulous hat is how would I accommodate this pattern for a medium 4 weight yarn, using a 5/5.5mm hook?
Would I just be sure to get the appropriate measurement for the band and go from there?
Thanks so much,
Celli
Hi Celli!
Yes you can do that, it’s quite a simple pattern, so make sure the band fits your head snugly, and then work an appropriate amount of stitches around the top (around 70-75 might be a good starting off point).
I love the way this stitch looks! I feel like I need a new hat now :-p
Hi Bethany,
Am ‘new’ to crocheting, and LOVE this pattern. My had ‘sort of’ looked like yours, BUT the different colors are crooked where I joined them. I know I did something wrong – just not sure what!! (I may have used slip stitch)
If you could explain what I did wrong that would be terrific!
I have no idea! Could you share a photo?
Bethany (at) whistleandivy (dot) com
Love the pattern! I really enjoy learning new stitches! I really like the pom as well. Usually I am not a fan of poms but this, I like!
Thank you Michele! I am so glad you like it! I was on the fence about it, but I have gotten some positive feedback, so it think it might be a good idea!
Hi Bethany! I love the look of this hat! I am just getting ready to started using the Caron x Patone ocean waves color way. I started on the band and it seems way too loose. It’s not as snug looking as yours. Do you think I should cut back to a K needle? Then I don’t know if the hat would be to small. What is your suggestion?
Definitely try a smaller hook! I used a bulky weight yarn, it the Caron x Pantone a worsted weight?
Caron x Patone is a bulky 5 weight. The band of the hat was way too loose with the M needle, but the body of the hat was way too tight with the K needle. I did the band with the K and sswitced back to the M for the body. I don’t know how it is going to work but it looks a lot better! Thanks again for the great pattern!
Oh good! Glad you got it! You are welcome!
Love this hat! Thank you!!
Thank you!
Oh real quick i notice when i do a closing like this on my hats theres always a lil hole so i lock it down by weaving in and out all around the edge of of the top of the hat. Would u mind posting a photo of the inside of ur hats when u have gathered it ti close it like this?
It looks just like the outside!
Love the stitch and the pom pom where do u even find faux sheep skin fur?
Thank you! I found it at Joann. Do you have those where you are?
No we don’t qe have walmart and hobby lobby nevee seen this there.
I can hardly wait to try out some colourwork with this stitch! I’ve been experimenting with embroidered crochet, but I think this could work much “cleaner” – without goodside/underside. I also love the Pom Pom! Definitely not a flop!
Isn’t it fab? I’ve been having some idea myself AND it lined up cleaner than the regular sc so there is huge potential!
Hi I am intersting in it but my hand is left and looks diffult for me read on detail.. I try my best what I could do it. Thank yu marilyn
I cannot wait to try this. I keep a notebook of all the projects I want to do/try. Thanks so, so much for all your tutorials and patterns. I so much look forward to your free patterns on Fridays. Keep posting.
Warmly,
Charlotte
Yay! I hope you love it!
Like!! I’m thinking that this pompom washes up well! Great time to change it up for the New Year😁
With admiration
Angie
yes I agree! I will throw one in the wash to confirm, but I think it will come out unscathed (hopefully!)
Love it!
Love the look and cannot wait to make it! Thanks for the pattern!!
Thanks! You are very welcome!
I really like the sheepskin Pom! It does look like an extra plush yarns one 😁
That’s what I thought too! I am tryin to find it in different colors. My local shop only has neutrals, but I would love to find a couple bright colors too.
I’ll bet you could dye it easily. Kool-Aid would work.
Good idea!
I love the look of this cross stitch hat. It’s so lovely. Thanks for sharing Bethany. I look forward to learning a new crochet stitch and making this awesome hat.
Hi Bethany!
This is an Awesome new look to single crochet!
I Love the beanie AND faux sheepskin
pom-pom .
Thanks for sharing! I so very much enjoy receiving your incredible inspiration and tutorials!
Absolutely love the stitch and the pompom!!!
Thank you Carolyn!
Wanted to wish you a late Happy Birthday & to thank you for all the freebies that you take time to make & share with everyone. I have been crocheting for over 46 yrs. & thanks to you & all of the great artists out there I am still learning every day.
You are very welcome! Thank you so much!
I love it! Great stitch & the pom pom looks amazing. I have some leftover yarn that is going to be this hat right now. Thanks.
Perfect, I LOVE when I have the perfect yarn in my stash. I hope you enjoy it!
We use this technique in amigurumi for achieving a tighter fabric with less chance to see the stuffing, in Octopus for a Preemie we call it the “yarn under” technique.
I have noticed this! At first, I thought the amigurumi pieces were worked inside-out, but on further inspection I could see it’s this stitch! It looks very nice!
This is really lovely.i must do it!!
Thank you Helen! I hope you love it!