Ribbed Beanie Fit Calculator

Enter your measurements. The pattern numbers update automatically.

Measurement unit

Actual head circumference (H)in
Rows counted in swatch (R)rows
Relaxed swatch width (Wr)in
Comfortably stretched width (Ws)in
Desired worn depth (D)in
Folded cuff depth (F)in
Stitches counted lengthwisestitches
Length measured for those stitchesin
Low-bulk crown-zone lengthin

Target rows69Clip-fit before seaming

Working stitches39Foundation chain 40

Effective negative ease8.5%Based on your chosen stretch

Crochet 69 rows. Chain 40 for 39 working stitches: 34 body stitches and 5 crown-zone stitches.

Predicted relaxed circumference: 20.13 in
Flat panel length: 11.00 in
Foundation chain: 40
Body stitches: 34
Crown-zone stitches: 5
75% recheck point: 52 rows

Use the calculated numbers as a starting point. Clip the panel into a temporary tube and try it on before making the permanent seam.