So glad Melanie's channel is still up. My cousin is going through treatment for cancer and I made this hat for her. Now making another one! Melanie's legacy and teaching lives on! Thank you for leaving her channel for us all.
I don't want this to come off rude but I like that you don't edit out your mistakes. It's comforting to know that not all of these youtubers are perfect and they still mess up just like i do
Kavin Jayaraman just keep doing what your doing and don't mind them! I'm 12 too and I'm planning to sell my creations for money this summer. if you love doing it just ignore them and keep doing it!
I'm watching this after her passing and learning to make a beanie... and it really made me think that even though she's gone, her videos will continue to educate people for years to come. Thank you for your videos. May you rest in peace. ❤️🙏
I remember watching this 4 years ago when I was around 8, this was my first crochet tutorial video. The beanie I created was fitted since it was still my first time, my little brother now uses it. It was the first project I started and finished! I made 2 others for my parents and they still have it 'til now. Today, I found this video again and thought about sharing this!
This was so easy for me to follow, she explained so well this will be my first beanie. I'm so so sad to her about her passing. She was a very good teacher. RIP gone but never forgotten. 😪
Took me 3 days and I went through about 4 different magic circles until I finally got it down. From there, I had to start 2 more beanies before I finally counted everything and knotted everything correctly. AND I FINALLY DID IT! If you're having trouble, keep trying! I promise, once your fingers get used to the motions, and you get used to the patterns in the yarn, it'll be so easy you'll laugh at your past frustration! Also, some advice would be to loosen up a little. Don't hold the yarn too tight or you'll never be able to pull the new yarn through. Happy crocheting! ❤
I just wanted to say “thank you” without you and your videos I would never have finished. It’s been 2 years since I started making beanie for cancer patients. I messed up yesterday and as always came back here 😢 and I love how you always respond to your comments 😢 I will forever cherish your help ❤ my condolences to your family and friends ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Oh my gosh! I did it! i'm only ten and this is awesome!. I made this for my awesome big sister for christmas tomorow! thank you! from your new subscriber
Found Melanie's channel recently and made two of these now. After subscribing to the channel I was sad to learn of her passing. So sad, so young. RIP Melanie and thank you for such an easy to follow pattern
Omg, I finished my first beanie, you helped me a lot as a new crocheter. I’ve learned new terms, and I’m happy with the results and to learn more!!!!! 😊😄
Wow. This is my first video of Melanies I am watching and I got a good way thru before I looked at the comments and saw she passed. I am firm believer you keep people alive thru memories and experiences. Long live Melanie. I hope you and peace are in harmony.
I decided I wanted to learn to crochet, so I went out and bought some yarn and a needle and followed along with this video. You made it so easy to understand and follow along with! Thank you!
I’ve been crocheting for 10+ years with only a handful of lessons. What I’ve learned, I’ve learned on my own after I was given those early personal lessons(from geriatric nursing if you care to know. Yay! Old people! I love you!) and have never watched but one or two crocheting how-to videos. The reason is because the videos were never “stupid simple”. And because I am ambidextrous, but left hand dominant, I would always do BACKWARDS, what was shown and it never came out right. I would get disheartened and stop crocheting for awhile because I couldn’t get out of my very basic, 1-3 stitches. I could cry watching you. I understood EVERYTHING and how it was presented. Thank you. I’m confidant to try this pattern when I get home. Thanks!
I found your Video during the Quarantine and i must say it took me a day and a half to make a hat that i have tried to make for almost 6 months using many videos and techniques yours is just the easiest 23 year old crocheter here
I don’t get why anyone should be confused... Your instructions are crystal clear, and so easy to follow.. The tip on the 2dc vs DC 2 was very helpful. Great tutorial.
I love that you also explained how to read the pattern for it, I think it's the first beginner crochet video I've come across so far that's done that. It's so helpful to be able to read and follow along with basic patterns :)
Chapters 0:55 magic ring 2:36 double crochet 4:03 slip stitch 4:55 chain 2 5:01 double crochet twice 5:42 2nd stitch, dc once 5:59 3rd stitch, dc 2x 6:47 difference between 2dc and dc2 7:44 finishing second row (18 stitches) 8:30 slipstitch 8:57 start of 3rd row 10:10 finishing 3rd row (24 stitches) 11:08 slipstitch 11:23 start of 4th row 12:26 end of 4th row (30 stitches) 13:01 slipstitch 14:11 last row 15:24 dc in each stitch 19:43 slipstitch all around to finish 21:50 hiding thread with needle
Learned this pattern the first time almost 2 years ago now to learn how to make a beanie for my cousin, I made 3 from her tutorial. One for my cousin, one for his granddaughter, and one for my friend. So sad to learn of her passing, she was clearly a wonderful person and a great teacher. thank you so much for sharing your love and knowledge of this craft with us!
I come back to this specific video every winter because I can never remember the increase by heart😂 I cannot believe I’m just hearing about your passing! I hope you’re resting peacefully❤❤
I really am having the hardest time following you when you do the double stitch through the loop. I seriously can’t figure it out and I’ve been stuck three minutes into this video for twenty minutes. Lord be with me 😂
I just self-taught myself how to crochet a year ago, so I am still learning, and this video was perfect! Thank you! It helped me finally get down how to crochet a beanie, my son has been hounding me to make him one.
After many failed attempts, I just finished this beanie and I'm pleased with the results. Thanks for this video! For people who have never crocheted before like me, I recommend watching a video about the crochet basics and practicing on a swatch before doing this. Don't give up!
Made my first beanie. I have never crocheted before. This was a great tutorial. I also made my very first quilt based on your tutorial video. Once again never used a sewing machine ever in my life. Definitely your videos have been a blessing during this pandemic!!
Made my first ever beanie and love it!!! Just started crocheting a week ago so I’m still a mess but with this video my beanie came out perfect. I love watching your videos because you are completely beginner friendly. You’re such a great teacher ❤️
I just finished it!! Thank you so much!! After trying numerous tutorials and almost giving up, I have finally crocheted my own grey beanie!! I'll be adding a little pompom to it as well!!
I just wanna say, me and my auntie have just started watching ur videos and they were MUCH more simple than others. I just started crocheting last week and I finished my first scarf in a week. Thank you for your very helpful and easy videos.
Hello! I am on my second beanie and I am making chokers to go with them. Thank you for the instructions. I love it especially since I live in Florida where it gets chilly, but not too cold. Continued success to you for 2020!
Did it fit? Mine was too tight, I had to undo and start with couple of more stitches and go two levels of same pattern 2/1 2/2 and then continued as in the video...
Hi. I made the cap with cotton multi-colored yarn, #4 and a 5.0 mm hook. It is for a lady who lost her hair from chemo. It will be cool for the coming hot summer. It really was quick to make.
This is by far my FAVORITE video of a basic crochet hat . I am a beginner like I’m talking never crochet’d anything. I managed 2 pot holders and I moved onto this . Very simple . I recommend learning what a double and single crochet is before trying this but she does an amazing job describing what to do ! 2 hats down !!!
I just received crochet hooks and some yarn at Christmas, as it was something I have always wanted to learn (my grandmother was amazing at it, but I never got the chance to learn from her). I just want to thank you so much for all your beginner videos! Your speed and explanations have been great to work with, and even though I am not 100% adept at reading written instructions, having the visual and then to compare to the written truly helps! I just followed this beanie today, however I used a 6 weight yarn and a 10mm as that was the pairing I had on hand that worked, so I did need to adjust the rows for fit. It took me around an hour, but it went wonderfully!! Again thank you!
I’m watching your video and I’m really enjoying how in depth and explanatory everything is. I really appreciate you going through every little step because one wrong turn can make a round hat to a square hat. I really love your instructions and thank you so much for taking the time and dedicating yourself on beginners like myself.! 🙏
Thank you so much for finally translating crochet for this old time knitter! You're the only one who explained it in a way that made sense. I appreciate you! Keep up the good work.
OMG I just made a Beanie for my daughter my first ever ...I'm really happy , although it's a bit pointy from the top but she doesn't mind ;) Can you please make a beanie using two different coloured yarn. Thank you for your awesome videos .
To change colors on any project, cut a long tail on the yarn you are currently using, then make sure to simply start using the second color of yarn in your next stich, I know this is a little confusing but I'm sure you could find a video that teaches you how to switch colors, it's easier than it sounds 😊
Yea, it's possible, leave the needle looped in the yarn and tighten it so there's no slack, if you want to switch from one color to another from one entire double stitch to the next cut the yarn off about 2 inches from the needle (the yarn connected to the roll of yarn). Tie the other color to the loose end and clip off the tags. You should have about enough yarn of the original color to make another double stich before you transition into the next color. You may need to experiment with the length of cut offs to get the desired effect.
Yay! This was my first project after teaching myself how to do the stitches and I did it! You explained it super well and the pattern is easy to memorize too!
Dear Melanie , thanks for explaining patiently and showing us your work the way you go step by step.I like your channel very much. Im 49 yr old and once upon a time in my 9th Grade I used to shuttle tat.....and then it just got lost ....Thanks to TH-cam I have learnt crochet and needle tatting both.Its amazing to see what beauty can be created with these styles.
Hi Melanie: I am a beginner and I have looked into several beanie videos and I finally could get answers to questions that even slowing down other videos I could not see . # 1 problem that I had was where exactly to put the hook after completing the magic ring and #2 was again, where exactly to put the hook after each row. Your camera is in the perfect position to see. Crocheting is a fast movement and you took the time to show slowly how and where the hook goes...and THAT makes a big difference. Before I found your video I had to take apart a beanie for the second time as it did not look good. I guessed where to put the hook....and my guess was wrong :-) There is no need to guess with your video...Christal Clear..Thank you!
Trying to make this for my best friends daughter, you’re a great teacher! Thank you for your uploads, I truly am learning a lot from you. God bless you 💚
I've crocheted for many years, but only know a few stitches. I've also only made blankets and scarves. I wanted to "branch" out and make something different, but I consider myself a beginner in that regard. This video has been extremely helpful. I like her style of teaching, not too fast and not too slow. I'm able to follow her easily. My first attempt at a Beanie is not going to be perfect - I know that already. But I'll keep watching the video and I know I'll get better. She's very easy to watch and listen to.
Your tutorial and free pattern was a SUCCESS! I tried 4 other patterns from 4 different sources and they were a huge failure because i wasn't able to understand it, despite picture examples. Even 2 TH-cam channels was nothing near how amazing yours was for a REAL beginner tutorial was. I am hooked to your channel now and am so grateful for your generosity, i can't wait to see what I'll purchase from your site as my next project. THANK YOU MELANIE!
Why not learn at the end of winter? By the time you have something you really like it may be Fall or something, or started a long term project such as a blanket.
Thank u so much for it I love the way it shaped!! And yes I usually run away from magic ring but u made it so simple!! Keep up the awesome work!! Love how the beanie turned out it was for a friend!!
OMG!! I am a beginner and I just died and went to heaven...I could not believe that this is my 2nd real project...the 1st was a sc blanket for my cat...and I did not think that I could be able to follow this to make this Beanie...you are truly amazing and took me step by step and put my trust back into doing the magic circle...I had failed miserably before...now you made it so easy and I just can't believe I did this!! you even taught me how to read and understand DC2 and 2Dc..lol I am learning...Now I have so much confidence in myself and Thanks to you I am going to try more of your beginners projects. I thought that I would be a blanket maker for the rest of my life..hahah..Thank you so much!!!
I just made my first two hats and I am addicted! My daughters love them and I plan on making a lot more crochet projects this winter! Thank you for all the amazing videos and tips. May the Lord bless you!
I used this pattern for my 6 yr old grandson & then the adult size for my 17 yr old granddaughter. Your tutorial is so easy to follow. The both loved their beanies. Thank you!!!
Very nice tutorial, 2 things though. 1: The hat will be pointy (my first one kinda funny beacuse of this). 2: The size of the hat will be tiiiiny. If you like me got a big head you will need to expand the size MUCH faster, I'm not sure how much yet (have still to get yarn for my second hat) but I will probably try and double the rate of expansion. Other than that, its a great tutorial, thanks!
The hat shouldn't be pointy. When I make hats that turn out like a dunce hat it's because I tried to wing the pattern or I made an extra row and waited too long to start increasing.
There are quite a few you ones on here and boys ! Count your blessing. I wish someone would have taught me when I was young . I'm 56 and just learned 3 years ago and its hard for me. So Go for it and stay proud !
Thank you so much for the pattern, such an easy pattern to follow. Tonight I have made my very 1st crochet beanie hat and it's turned out great, I'm feeling very proud of myself 😁 xx
Really, really nice. With your help, I just SUCCESSFULLY made a beautiful beanie for my mom who is in need of some head warmth, due to chemo. Thanks for helping me create this gift, you made a stranger smile. Happy Holidays!
Im so happy right now because I've been doing crochet for one year but I would never make hats or beanies or gloves I would only make blankets and scarfs but Right Now I just made a beanie I'm super happy and I want to shout out in the world that " I made a beanie a eleven year old made a beanie , ya hear that world I made a beanie , beanie that fits me and I made a beanie by myself "
I just finished my first ever beanie. I am an absolute beginner and your instructions were simple and easy to follow. I never thought I could crochet a beanie by myself. Thank you!!!
Melanie. You are fabulous. I have been trying to learn crochet for years but being a leftie have never been able to grasp the concept. Thanks to your brilliant tutorial I have just completed my first beanie . Thank you so much. Xx
Maybe your adding a double crochet in the same place where you have the 2 chains at the beginning ... After you chain 2 do the 2 double crochet in the next stitch not where the 2 chains are then after you do a 2 double crochet stitch in the same chain for the next six stitches do a 1 double crochet till the sixth stitch then add the 2 double crochet in the next chain continue till the last and check once again where u made a mistake before finishing the row😊
Good tutorial thanks, just a bit of feedback. It would really help if you made it clearer with the post-it that you do three more rows, the first 2 then 4, 2 then 5, 2 then 6. I got lost there as I thought I was doing one row! Maybe just me.. also after the transition where you replace slip stitch with the double, perhaps show how you work that into the next row as I couldn’t figure that out on my own. Thanks!
Everything works out for me perfectly until the very end. I try it on as I go and it's all good until I get to the slip stitch row, it becomes too tight. I didn't think I was holding the tension too tight, but then again... I'll try it again and see
I thought I was checking my tension... only I was a bit of a dolt and wove in my ends before trying it on. Now I've just got to find someone with a circumference of 19 inches or fewer and they'll have a lovely gift. I added a pom pom on it too...
That's very common to do. I either change to a larger hook or I make sure to make my slip stitch loops larger. Usually if it's tight, it will loosen up a bit over time as you wear. I do like it to be a bit tight so I know it will stay on my head and not just slip off.
One doesn't normally notice when they start tightening up there stitches. It took me a ridiculous amount of attempts to not tighten the stitches. It's a lot harder to keep stiches loose then one would think. It's so much easier to tighten them unkowingly which is the problem for most people. I still can't do a hole piece without tightening up the stitches by accident.
Melanie I love your videos!!! I would recommend them to anyone especially if your a newbie like some of my granddaughters. Start with the basic videos and it is an awesome hobby to take up. I like the fact that you take your time and go over the stitches several times. Makes it easier for the girls.
Mark Mullins II I think you get more yarn than you think usually they sell yarn in a big ball or big clumps so I think you should use that much and the hook I would recommend between 3.5-5.00mm hooks hope that helps though I'm a month late
Big thanks to melanie for teaching me how to crochet my first beanie! Its very helpful. Im very sad to know that such a kind and talented person is gone but i will watch all your videos to pay respect to you and rest in peace 🙏
I love the fact that I didn't have to go back and rewatch one step a million times to just get it right. You see everything she does and it's slow. Love it! First beanie being made now. I've also made a doll too for my daughter and blanket for my son.
I would think that you're not keeping the count. Although in most things I feel you can color out of the lines and get away with it, when crocheting you need to stick to the instructions because any deviation will result in a substantial change from the model. Be sure to count your double crochets right. I was doing another one and it had a very narrow tip, I could correct it when I found Melanie's videos, though it still came out weird, the second hat I'm doing I had to undo after having knitted the first half because it was getting flat, then I realized I was knitting more double crochets than instructed, and that´s also what happens when it comes out all ruffled, you are putting more than recommended.
Were you using a chunky yarn? Mine looks a lot like a bowl and I’m using chunky yarn. I kinda thought about pulling out the row where you double crochet 2 and then double crochet 6 just because it’s so big.
This is my second beanie I’m making, I made 1 and it turned out good even though I realised I made some mistakes! I tried several other beanies which were 50times harder and very hard to follow their instructions so I came back to watch yours as your have been the best so far to guide through the steps. Thank you so much!! I will be following your videos, keep up the good work!
I’m halfway through my first ever crochet project, which happens to be this beanie and I’m loving this tutorial! You are so helpful and you make it very easy to understand. Please never let frustrated people who can’t accept that they need to practise to be good at something and blame you when they don’t make a perfect project first try discourage you from making videos. I know people can be mean, but you’re doing amazing 🌸
So glad Melanie's channel is still up. My cousin is going through treatment for cancer and I made this hat for her. Now making another one! Melanie's legacy and teaching lives on! Thank you for leaving her channel for us all.
I don't want this to come off rude but I like that you don't edit out your mistakes. It's comforting to know that not all of these youtubers are perfect and they still mess up just like i do
not at all, I appreciate that!
me to
@@MelanieHam loved your tutorial
mally peco perfect saying I love it.
Awesome 👍😎
I'm 12 and am a boy who loves to knit and crochet. I love ur tutorials. Though everyone calls me grandma 👵.😞😓
Kavin Jayaraman just keep doing what your doing and don't mind them! I'm 12 too and I'm planning to sell my creations for money this summer. if you love doing it just ignore them and keep doing it!
Kavin Jayaraman I am also 12 and I crochet as well
Edit: I'm 16, haven't crocheted in a while, and am planning to restart it😊
Don't mind them they are just jealous I know I few boys/men that crochet keep doing what you're doing
Kavin Jayaraman ignore them, do what you want to. ❤️❤️
There are several men that crochet on some of the Facebook crochet groups. It's more common than you think. 😊
I'm watching this after her passing and learning to make a beanie... and it really made me think that even though she's gone, her videos will continue to educate people for years to come. Thank you for your videos. May you rest in peace. ❤️🙏
Wait! WHAT?! She’s gone? 😳😢
How did she pass?
@@danakitchen2729 She passed away from cancer earlier this year
@@13DopeCrochets Cancer
When? May her soul rest in peace
I'm loving my new beanie. I started yesterday and have never crocheted before but this made it so easy for me. Thanks for putting this up.
I totally agree!!
same
How many hours do you think it took you?
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The knitting/crocheting community is so nice
Name buddy
@@evelynrose713 fuck iff
I remember watching this 4 years ago when I was around 8, this was my first crochet tutorial video. The beanie I created was fitted since it was still my first time, my little brother now uses it. It was the first project I started and finished! I made 2 others for my parents and they still have it 'til now. Today, I found this video again and thought about sharing this!
That’s so awesome of you to crochet for your family. Love that your brother is still using your first project! ❤
This was so easy for me to follow, she explained so well this will be my first beanie. I'm so so sad to her about her passing. She was a very good teacher. RIP gone but never forgotten. 😪
Did she die or like something?? what happend???????????
@@sarupyabhandari17 Melanie Ham lost her fight with cancer ❤
@@sarupyabhandari17im not sure myself but from what ive gathered from other comments she has passed away. rip
Oh.. That is sad.. RIP @@mrfizzles
She oassed from cancer@@sarupyabhandari17
Took me 3 days and I went through about 4 different magic circles until I finally got it down. From there, I had to start 2 more beanies before I finally counted everything and knotted everything correctly. AND I FINALLY DID IT!
If you're having trouble, keep trying! I promise, once your fingers get used to the motions, and you get used to the patterns in the yarn, it'll be so easy you'll laugh at your past frustration!
Also, some advice would be to loosen up a little. Don't hold the yarn too tight or you'll never be able to pull the new yarn through. Happy crocheting! ❤
Thanks for your advice.
I'm still trying, but I'll keep trying.
@@opeyemionatoyinbo863don't give up
Start to finish it took about 4 hours. First time I've crocheted in decades. Very satisfied with results. Thank you for this tutorial.
I just wanted to say “thank you” without you and your videos I would never have finished. It’s been 2 years since I started making beanie for cancer patients. I messed up yesterday and as always came back here 😢 and I love how you always respond to your comments 😢 I will forever cherish your help ❤ my condolences to your family and friends ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
You know she passed away from Cancer right? R.I.P
@@colettebarrett-morris3962 duh
Oh my gosh! I did it! i'm only ten and this is awesome!. I made this for my awesome big sister for christmas tomorow! thank you!
from your new subscriber
Oh I'm doing it for my mom for Christmas and I'm 11 lol
Good for you!
Found Melanie's channel recently and made two of these now. After subscribing to the channel I was sad to learn of her passing. So sad, so young. RIP Melanie and thank you for such an easy to follow pattern
Omg, I finished my first beanie, you helped me a lot as a new crocheter. I’ve learned new terms, and I’m happy with the results and to learn more!!!!! 😊😄
Wow. This is my first video of Melanies I am watching and I got a good way thru before I looked at the comments and saw she passed. I am firm believer you keep people alive thru memories and experiences. Long live Melanie. I hope you and peace are in harmony.
I decided I wanted to learn to crochet, so I went out and bought some yarn and a needle and followed along with this video. You made it so easy to understand and follow along with! Thank you!
Lindsay Drake have you seen my black crochet bag have you seen my black crochet bag I can't find it it's not there
Do you know them?
U need a crochet hook. -_-
"needle"
I am not doing well, and am having an anxiety/panic attack trying to do this. Thanks Melanie!!
I thought I was doing ok
turns out my double crochets are flat and my magic circle is missing the magic
Don't feel bad because I have done the same thing in the beginning!
😅😅 sounds like what I will say since I have not began
SAME! Following step by step for 2 days now, cant get past the magic circle. No winking!! I dunno what I'm doing wrong...
it has taken me close to 2 weeks to get the magic circle. this is the video that helped me the most.
Same! Just keep practicing i guess 😵
This is the first video that actually taught me to crochet, i finished the hat in one evening and i love it.
For kids
I’ve been crocheting for 10+ years with only a handful of lessons. What I’ve learned, I’ve learned on my own after I was given those early personal lessons(from geriatric nursing if you care to know. Yay! Old people! I love you!) and have never watched but one or two crocheting how-to videos. The reason is because the videos were never “stupid simple”. And because I am ambidextrous, but left hand dominant, I would always do BACKWARDS, what was shown and it never came out right. I would get disheartened and stop crocheting for awhile because I couldn’t get out of my very basic, 1-3 stitches.
I could cry watching you. I understood EVERYTHING and how it was presented. Thank you. I’m confidant to try this pattern when I get home. Thanks!
I found your Video during the Quarantine and i must say it took me a day and a half to make a hat that i have tried to make for almost 6 months using many videos and techniques yours is just the easiest 23 year old crocheter here
I don’t get why anyone should be confused... Your instructions are crystal clear, and so easy to follow.. The tip on the 2dc vs DC 2 was very helpful. Great tutorial.
I love that you also explained how to read the pattern for it, I think it's the first beginner crochet video I've come across so far that's done that. It's so helpful to be able to read and follow along with basic patterns :)
Chapters
0:55 magic ring
2:36 double crochet
4:03 slip stitch
4:55 chain 2
5:01 double crochet twice
5:42 2nd stitch, dc once
5:59 3rd stitch, dc 2x
6:47 difference between 2dc and dc2
7:44 finishing second row (18 stitches)
8:30 slipstitch
8:57 start of 3rd row
10:10 finishing 3rd row (24 stitches)
11:08 slipstitch
11:23 start of 4th row
12:26 end of 4th row (30 stitches)
13:01 slipstitch
14:11 last row
15:24 dc in each stitch
19:43 slipstitch all around to finish
21:50 hiding thread with needle
Thanks
🎉Thank you ❤
Learned this pattern the first time almost 2 years ago now to learn how to make a beanie for my cousin, I made 3 from her tutorial. One for my cousin, one for his granddaughter, and one for my friend. So sad to learn of her passing, she was clearly a wonderful person and a great teacher. thank you so much for sharing your love and knowledge of this craft with us!
I come back to this specific video every winter because I can never remember the increase by heart😂 I cannot believe I’m just hearing about your passing! I hope you’re resting peacefully❤❤
I really am having the hardest time following you when you do the double stitch through the loop. I seriously can’t figure it out and I’ve been stuck three minutes into this video for twenty minutes. Lord be with me 😂
Try these videos:
th-cam.com/video/KHnMMfR9juc/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/59fTgXD1vjg/w-d-xo.html
God me too... The first one is fine then I just lose it lol
I had to rewind it several times throughout the entire video. Now I got it though 👍🏻
I can't even get the first circle to make sense, no matter how many tutorials I watch
I just self-taught myself how to crochet a year ago, so I am still learning, and this video was perfect! Thank you! It helped me finally get down how to crochet a beanie, my son has been hounding me to make him one.
I love the way you instructed us.. simple, slow, exact/precised. Thank you very much. You are a very good teacher making learning easy and fun😉
Not very slow...
I love the way you teach us 😊😄😃
After many failed attempts, I just finished this beanie and I'm pleased with the results. Thanks for this video! For people who have never crocheted before like me, I recommend watching a video about the crochet basics and practicing on a swatch before doing this. Don't give up!
Made my first beanie. I have never crocheted before. This was a great tutorial. I also made my very first quilt based on your tutorial video. Once again never used a sewing machine ever in my life. Definitely your videos have been a blessing during this pandemic!!
Made my first ever beanie and love it!!! Just started crocheting a week ago so I’m still a mess but with this video my beanie came out perfect. I love watching your videos because you are completely beginner friendly.
You’re such a great teacher ❤️
Love it. Half way through my first crochet hat ever . So easy to follow , still can’t believe I can do crochet yay. Thank you for the easy tutorial :)
I just finished it!! Thank you so much!! After trying numerous tutorials and almost giving up, I have finally crocheted my own grey beanie!! I'll be adding a little pompom to it as well!!
I just wanna say, me and my auntie have just started watching ur videos and they were MUCH more simple than others. I just started crocheting last week and I finished my first scarf in a week. Thank you for your very helpful and easy videos.
I really love the way you combine technical terms and simple explanations, it made your tutorial SUPER easy to follow!
Hello! I am on my second beanie and I am making chokers to go with them. Thank you for the instructions. I love it especially since I live in Florida where it gets chilly, but not too cold. Continued success to you for 2020!
Did it fit? Mine was too tight, I had to undo and start with couple of more stitches and go two levels of same pattern 2/1 2/2 and then continued as in the video...
I don't understand how some people are CONFUSE you made it very easy and I just made my first Bennie thank you
Nitza Munoz meee Toooo! It took me a long time though
Hi. I made the cap with cotton multi-colored yarn, #4 and a 5.0 mm hook. It is for a lady who lost her hair from chemo. It will be cool for the coming hot summer. It really was quick to make.
This is by far my FAVORITE video of a basic crochet hat . I am a beginner like I’m talking never crochet’d anything. I managed 2 pot holders and I moved onto this . Very simple . I recommend learning what a double and single crochet is before trying this but she does an amazing job describing what to do ! 2 hats down !!!
I appreciate that review Sarah, thank you! Sounds like you are off to a great start!
I just received crochet hooks and some yarn at Christmas, as it was something I have always wanted to learn (my grandmother was amazing at it, but I never got the chance to learn from her). I just want to thank you so much for all your beginner videos! Your speed and explanations have been great to work with, and even though I am not 100% adept at reading written instructions, having the visual and then to compare to the written truly helps! I just followed this beanie today, however I used a 6 weight yarn and a 10mm as that was the pairing I had on hand that worked, so I did need to adjust the rows for fit. It took me around an hour, but it went wonderfully!! Again thank you!
I was able to make 2 beanies in one day Melanie made it so easy. And it's my first time!
This is truly one of the easiest beanie tutorial I've seen so far, the edging makes it looks much better than some of the others.
Just wanted to tell you thank you for this video! You explained it so well. I can't wait to try it!
I’m watching your video and I’m really enjoying how in depth and explanatory everything is. I really appreciate you going through every little step because one wrong turn can make a round hat to a square hat. I really love your instructions and thank you so much for taking the time and dedicating yourself on beginners like myself.! 🙏
Thank you so much for finally translating crochet for this old time knitter! You're the only one who explained it in a way that made sense. I appreciate you! Keep up the good work.
OMG I just made a Beanie for my daughter my first ever ...I'm really happy , although it's a bit pointy from the top but she doesn't mind ;)
Can you please make a beanie using two different coloured yarn.
Thank you for your awesome videos .
blue motion ....aaawwhhhh... I feel u!! Hugsss
Yesss... it's pointy. she missed a step
Josephine Robert
To change colors on any project, cut a long tail on the yarn you are currently using, then make sure to simply start using the second color of yarn in your next stich, I know this is a little confusing but I'm sure you could find a video that teaches you how to switch colors, it's easier than it sounds 😊
Yea, it's possible, leave the needle looped in the yarn and tighten it so there's no slack, if you want to switch from one color to another from one entire double stitch to the next cut the yarn off about 2 inches from the needle (the yarn connected to the roll of yarn). Tie the other color to the loose end and clip off the tags. You should have about enough yarn of the original color to make another double stich before you transition into the next color. You may need to experiment with the length of cut offs to get the desired effect.
This is a great tutorial...this was my first time crocheting a hat and I loved the video. It helped a lot. Thanks
Couldn't find the description box..can I know about the yarn and the hook sizes
Yay! This was my first project after teaching myself how to do the stitches and I did it! You explained it super well and the pattern is easy to memorize too!
Dear Melanie , thanks for explaining patiently and showing us your work the way you go step by step.I like your channel very much. Im 49 yr old and once upon a time in my 9th Grade I used to shuttle tat.....and then it just got lost ....Thanks to TH-cam I have learnt crochet and needle tatting both.Its amazing to see what beauty can be created with these styles.
Hi Melanie: I am a beginner and I have looked into several beanie videos and I finally could get answers to questions that even slowing down other videos I could not see . # 1 problem that I had was where exactly to put the hook after completing the magic ring and #2 was again, where exactly to put the hook after each row. Your camera is in the perfect position to see.
Crocheting is a fast movement and you took the time to show slowly how and where the hook goes...and THAT makes a big difference. Before I found your video I had to take apart a beanie for the second time as it did not look good. I guessed where to put the hook....and my guess was wrong :-) There is no need to guess with your video...Christal Clear..Thank you!
I have to agree with you 💯 love how she took the time to stop and Slow down and Show it properly 🙂👏🏽
Will try this pattern. Sorry to hear she has passed on. So young. How sad. May she rest in peace.
Oh dear sorry what happened and when did she pass?
"this seems easy so far"
*firsts double crochet happens*
"oh god da-"
Yep. And then it comes to you, double crochet goes so much faster than single.
greenhouse-nurse ha ha ha
gosh*
Yup.
Too fast for this beginner lol
try try don't cry
Trying to make this for my best friends daughter, you’re a great teacher! Thank you for your uploads, I truly am learning a lot from you. God bless you 💚
I've crocheted for many years, but only know a few stitches. I've also only made blankets and scarves. I wanted to "branch" out and make something different, but I consider myself a beginner in that regard. This video has been extremely helpful. I like her style of teaching, not too fast and not too slow. I'm able to follow her easily. My first attempt at a Beanie is not going to be perfect - I know that already. But I'll keep watching the video and I know I'll get better. She's very easy to watch and listen to.
Your tutorial and free pattern was a SUCCESS! I tried 4 other patterns from 4 different sources and they were a huge failure because i wasn't able to understand it, despite picture examples. Even 2 TH-cam channels was nothing near how amazing yours was for a REAL beginner tutorial was. I am hooked to your channel now and am so grateful for your generosity, i can't wait to see what I'll purchase from your site as my next project. THANK YOU MELANIE!
... why did I learned to crochet at the end of winter?
Why not learn at the end of winter? By the time you have something you really like it may be Fall or something, or started a long term project such as a blanket.
Thanks by teaching
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🤣🤣 good news winter is back ! ☺️
Anytime is a good time to learn to crochet👍😊
Thank u so much for it I love the way it shaped!! And yes I usually run away from magic ring but u made it so simple!! Keep up the awesome work!! Love how the beanie turned out it was for a friend!!
I’m a step by step person, so now that I’ve watched, time to get out the hook and yarn and follow along while hoping it works out
Charllee Dodson oop
OMG!! I am a beginner and I just died and went to heaven...I could not believe that this is my 2nd real project...the 1st was a sc blanket for my cat...and I did not think that I could be able to follow this to make this Beanie...you are truly amazing and took me step by step and put my trust back into doing the magic circle...I had failed miserably before...now you made it so easy and I just can't believe I did this!! you even taught me how to read and understand DC2 and 2Dc..lol I am learning...Now I have so much confidence in myself and Thanks to you I am going to try more of your beginners projects. I thought that I would be a blanket maker for the rest of my life..hahah..Thank you so much!!!
I just made my first two hats and I am addicted! My daughters love them and I plan on making a lot more crochet projects this winter! Thank you for all the amazing videos and tips. May the Lord bless you!
You tutorial is very clear and your hat is very pretty. Thanks for sharing (even though im late by almost 2 years)
Yeah, me too lol
Same lol
I’m going to have a go at this as a beginner. Thank you Melanie for all your wonderful videos, you are sorely missed.
Thank you for the good tutorial, I have very little crochet experience and this was the first usable crochet item I have made :)
I used this pattern for my 6 yr old grandson & then the adult size for my 17 yr old granddaughter. Your tutorial is so easy to follow. The both loved their beanies. Thank you!!!
One of the best tutorials without all the going on and on very good explanation and easy to follow
Very nice tutorial, 2 things though.
1: The hat will be pointy (my first one kinda funny beacuse of this).
2: The size of the hat will be tiiiiny. If you like me got a big head you will need to expand the size MUCH faster, I'm not sure how much yet (have still to get yarn for my second hat) but I will probably try and double the rate of expansion.
Other than that, its a great tutorial, thanks!
The hat shouldn't be pointy.
When I make hats that turn out like a dunce hat it's because I tried to wing the pattern or I made an extra row and waited too long to start increasing.
Zvanteman mine too. Unravelled it twice and then found a different tutorial lol
@Sarah Liao For how many rounds did you do this? :)
I really like how she explains everything! And I can understand❤️❤️❤️☺️
This is exactly what I was looking for, an easy tutorial! Though I still don't quite have the hang of it I will keep practicing. Thank you!!
There are quite a few you ones on here and boys ! Count your blessing. I wish someone would have taught me when I was young . I'm 56 and just learned 3 years ago and its hard for me. So Go for it and stay proud !
Just happened upon this tutorial this morning . Wishing you a very Merry Christmas week 😇💫-she is the Angel on top of the Christmas tree 💗
Thank you so much for the pattern, such an easy pattern to follow. Tonight I have made my very 1st crochet beanie hat and it's turned out great, I'm feeling very proud of myself 😁 xx
this is an incredible tutorial! thank you for the very clear instructions, and consideration for beginners.
You made this video wonderful! Thank you so much! I made my first crochet project with this video!
Really, really nice. With your help, I just SUCCESSFULLY made a beautiful beanie for my mom who is in need of some head warmth, due to chemo. Thanks for helping me create this gift, you made a stranger smile. Happy Holidays!
I've been looking all over for someone who could teach me a magic circle, but it was always so hard and confusing, this was so helpful! ❤️
I know! It seemed so hard before this video!
So simple indeed. Thank you for this tutorial! Just completed one, I added a little design to mine too.
You lost me at the double crotchet and now I’m crying tears of frustration lol
I get lost there as well. I watched this back when she put it up and I'm not going to give up..
@@junebugg045 good luck 🥲
Im so happy right now because I've been doing crochet for one year but I would never make hats or beanies or gloves I would only make blankets and scarfs but Right Now I just made a beanie I'm super happy and I want to shout out in the world that " I made a beanie a eleven year old made a beanie , ya hear that world I made a beanie , beanie that fits me and I made a beanie by myself "
I totally relate! I've been doing crochet for, like, 5 years but could never follow a written pattern so I couldn't make anything like this
I'm ARMY_4_LIFE well done!! I’m 22 and just learning now ❤️❤️ thank u for inspiring me
I just finished my first ever beanie. I am an absolute beginner and your instructions were simple and easy to follow. I never thought I could crochet a beanie by myself. Thank you!!!
Melanie. You are fabulous. I have been trying to learn crochet for years but being a leftie have never been able to grasp the concept. Thanks to your brilliant tutorial I have just completed my first beanie . Thank you so much. Xx
My hat is coming out too small. I see the sizing for when to stop increasing but it stops at DC2, 6 DC. would I go to 7?
Maybe your adding a double crochet in the same place where you have the 2 chains at the beginning ... After you chain 2 do the 2 double crochet in the next stitch not where the 2 chains are then after you do a 2 double crochet stitch in the same chain for the next six stitches do a 1 double crochet till the sixth stitch then add the 2 double crochet in the next chain continue till the last and check once again where u made a mistake before finishing the row😊
Good tutorial thanks, just a bit of feedback. It would really help if you made it clearer with the post-it that you do three more rows, the first 2 then 4, 2 then 5, 2 then 6. I got lost there as I thought I was doing one row! Maybe just me.. also after the transition where you replace slip stitch with the double, perhaps show how you work that into the next row as I couldn’t figure that out on my own. Thanks!
Thank you for clearing that out, I got confused on 1234 step.
Thank you for this tutorial! It was easy to follow and it only took me 5 hours. Not that long for the first time lol. The hat is great.
I love the way you finished with two SC rows followed by slip stitching. It gives it such a nice finished look.
This is the best tutorial I have ever watched on crocheting
When you said "winnnnk" and pulled the hole closed, my friend and I busted out laughing 😂
This is HARD i’m left handed and idek HOW you were able to do that one stitch 😖
I'm left handed but when I learned to crochet I learned right handed apparently lol
@@shaylamarie4200 same I made myself learn it right handed even though I’m a leftie because it was easier to follow along that way
Everything works out for me perfectly until the very end. I try it on as I go and it's all good until I get to the slip stitch row, it becomes too tight. I didn't think I was holding the tension too tight, but then again... I'll try it again and see
happened to me too!
Nancy Twardowski this happened to me also. Yea my tension look tight also.
I thought I was checking my tension... only I was a bit of a dolt and wove in my ends before trying it on. Now I've just got to find someone with a circumference of 19 inches or fewer and they'll have a lovely gift. I added a pom pom on it too...
That's very common to do. I either change to a larger hook or I make sure to make my slip stitch loops larger. Usually if it's tight, it will loosen up a bit over time as you wear. I do like it to be a bit tight so I know it will stay on my head and not just slip off.
One doesn't normally notice when they start tightening up there stitches. It took me a ridiculous amount of attempts to not tighten the stitches. It's a lot harder to keep stiches loose then one would think. It's so much easier to tighten them unkowingly which is the problem for most people. I still can't do a hole piece without tightening up the stitches by accident.
Made this hat for a friend and added a ribbed rim to finish the look. He was impressed! Thanks so much for pattern and video, it was very helpful! 😊
Melanie I love your videos!!! I would recommend them to anyone especially if your a newbie like some of my granddaughters. Start with the basic videos and it is an awesome hobby to take up. I like the fact that you take your time and go over the stitches several times. Makes it easier for the girls.
What size hook is best and how much yarn is needed for this project
Mark Mullins II I think you get more yarn than you think usually they sell yarn in a big ball or big clumps so I think you should use that much and the hook I would recommend between 3.5-5.00mm hooks hope that helps though I'm a month late
Love love love your tutorials, easy to follow, its great!
yaaaa!! really its great!!!😃😃😃
You must not know the basics of crochet not to be able to follow this.
I don’t get how you get 18 stitches from 12 initial ones. I still have 12...,
Edited: I rewatched and figured it out 😬😁
I messed up on that too, but came to understand what she meant!
Every time I do the 12 after, I end up with a curved circle.. how do I avoid that?
Big thanks to melanie for teaching me how to crochet my first beanie! Its very helpful. Im very sad to know that such a kind and talented person is gone but i will watch all your videos to pay respect to you and rest in peace 🙏
I love the fact that I didn't have to go back and rewatch one step a million times to just get it right. You see everything she does and it's slow. Love it! First beanie being made now. I've also made a doll too for my daughter and blanket for my son.
I really enjoyed this tutorial. For the exception of the magic circle, I was able to follow perfectly. I just really suck at making a magic circle 😫
posted note matches finger nails ... its cute
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i am the one and only morty Aw jeez, I didn't realizeTH-cam was the same no... No matter what dimension you're in.
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Hi, I appreciate your videos. I'm a beginner. my problem is that my hat at around the 6th row became a bowl rather than a hat... what did I do wrong?
I would think that you're not keeping the count. Although in most things I feel you can color out of the lines and get away with it, when crocheting you need to stick to the instructions because any deviation will result in a substantial change from the model. Be sure to count your double crochets right. I was doing another one and it had a very narrow tip, I could correct it when I found Melanie's videos, though it still came out weird, the second hat I'm doing I had to undo after having knitted the first half because it was getting flat, then I realized I was knitting more double crochets than instructed, and that´s also what happens when it comes out all ruffled, you are putting more than recommended.
Were you using a chunky yarn? Mine looks a lot like a bowl and I’m using chunky yarn. I kinda thought about pulling out the row where you double crochet 2 and then double crochet 6 just because it’s so big.
Panna Pocak Q
This is my second beanie I’m making, I made 1 and it turned out good even though I realised I made some mistakes! I tried several other beanies which were 50times harder and very hard to follow their instructions so I came back to watch yours as your have been the best so far to guide through the steps. Thank you so much!! I will be following your videos, keep up the good work!
I’m halfway through my first ever crochet project, which happens to be this beanie and I’m loving this tutorial! You are so helpful and you make it very easy to understand. Please never let frustrated people who can’t accept that they need to practise to be good at something and blame you when they don’t make a perfect project first try discourage you from making videos. I know people can be mean, but you’re doing amazing 🌸