"While it may be getting closer to Spring, it's still pretty cold here in Chicago, and I've been trying to find a balance between light and warm. After playing around with some of the yarn in my stash, I came up with the Serene Beanie - a beanie that adds just enough warmth to an outfit without being too heavy.To add just a bit more texture and interest to this pattern, I used a trinity stitch that helps make the beanie a little bit thicker. I love the way the rows of the stitch clusters line up all the way up the beanie and create this pebbly texture."

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Trinity Stitch Striped Crochet Cowl - Free Pattern
The Trinity Stitch Cowl is a chunky, striped crochet cowl, and a free pattern! This cozy crochet cowl has a unique striped effect thanks to alternating color rows of the Trinity Stitch - an easy stitch that creates a gorgeous texture. And if you love matching accessories, then you'll definitely want to check out the matching Trinity Stitch Hat.This free crochet pattern is written for one size (Adult), but the size can easily be adjusted by changing your starting chain.

Hump De Bump Beanie
"If you love playing around with colors and striping, you'll absolutely love the Hump de Bump Beanie! The Hump de Bump Beanie is a fun hat to work up with all its texture and color play! The Hump de Bump Beanie is perfect for stash busting any left over yarns you may have in fun colors! Alternatively, you can make the Hump de Bump Beanie in one solid color that shows off all its beautiful texture! "

Trinity Beanie
"This winter beanie is a snug fitting beanie. It is made with a super bulky weight yarn. The yarn used is a roving yarn, 100% wool by Sugar Bush yarns. This yarn may be substituted for any that is super bulky weight. You will need approximately 75 yards for this project. The hat is constructed from the bottom up. The ribbing of the hat is worked in rows, while the hat body is worked in rounds."

Country Spice Beanie Crochet Pattern
"The Country Spice Crochet Beanie has it all! Great texture, beautiful colors and cozy fit! So much fun to make in endless color combinations and easy to make! The beanie works from the top down, then the textured stitch is then added. I call this stitch a horizontal single crochet that is worked between each post horizontally between a set of rows. I've included photos and a video tutorial on how to do this stitch (it's so simple!)."

Vertical Rows Messy Bun Beanie
Instead of working in the round, try this crocheted beanie made with vertical rows. Although it includes a few special stitches, it's still easy enough for beginners who have already made a few projects. The free pattern includes two sizes and works around an elastic hair tie at the top.
