Simple Crochet Ribbed Checker Beanie

MATERIALS Medium Weight (4) Yarn – I have used several different brands to make these beanies; Lion Brand (the softest and the one I linked), Yarn Bee, Red Heart, you can use whatever you want! You will need approximately 92grams of yarn. 5.00mm Crochet Hook Darning Needle Scissors Stitch Markers – (I personally don’t use a stitch marker for this pattern, but if you lose track of where you started easily or you’re a beginner, stitch markers are very helpful.) MEASUREMENTS Gauge: 4″x 4″ square = 20 stitches wide x 8 rows tall in half double crochet in the back loop Laid flat before being sewn together 8.5 inches tall x 17.5 inches wide (hat will have stretch to it, due to the ribbing stitches.) PATTERN NOTES *This Pattern is a ONE SIZE but I will give tips on how you can make it for any size head. *This Pattern follows US crochet terms. *Turning chain 1 DOES NOT count as a stitch. *The 2 colors you choose for your beanie will be referred to as colors “A” and “B“