Berroco Forever Disco Funkytown Hat Crochet Pattern

Berroco Forever Disco Funkytown Crochet Hat

What Is Being Made

The Funkytown is an intermediate-level crochet hat designed by Alison Green. This project creates a finished hat measuring approximately 20½ inches (52 cm) in circumference around the head with a height of 9 inches (23 cm). The hat is constructed using a modular motif-based approach, making it an excellent project for crocheters looking to develop their skills in geometric construction and garment assembly.

Construction Technique

The Funkytown hat employs a distinctive modular construction method. The pattern begins by creating seven individual center motifs that are then sewn together in the round to form the main body of the hat. Once the motifs are assembled, stitches are picked up around the top edge of the motifs and worked in the round to shape the crown. The bottom brim is worked downward in the round, completing the hat structure. This technique allows for interesting visual patterns and provides a structured approach to hat shaping.

Crochet Stitches and Techniques

The Funkytown pattern utilizes several fundamental and intermediate crochet stitches and techniques:

• Single crochet (sc): Used in the construction of the motifs and for gauge measurement
• Double crochet (dc): Employed in the pattern for height and drape
• Slip stitch (sl st): Used to join rounds and create seamless transitions
• Chain stitches (ch): Foundation stitches for motif construction
• Dc3tog cluster: A special abbreviation featured in this pattern, representing a three-double-crochet together cluster that creates decorative texture and shaping. The beginning dc3tog cluster and standard dc3tog cluster are worked into chain-1 spaces to build dimensional detail
• Yarn overs (yo) and loop manipulation: Essential techniques for executing the cluster stitches that define this hat's visual interest

Yarn and Materials

The Funkytown hat pattern calls for two distinct Berroco yarns, allowing for creative color contrast and varied texture:

• Berroco Summer Sesame: 1 ball (100 grams) in color #5265 Museum (used as the main color/MC)
• Berroco Gaia: 1 ball (50 grams) in color #3030 Grass (used as the contrasting color/CC)

Tools and Notions

To complete this project, the following tools are required:

• Crochet hooks in sizes F (3.75 mm) and G (4 mm), or sizes adjusted to obtain proper gauge
• Tapestry needle for seaming the motifs together and weaving in yarn ends
• Locking stitch markers to track rounds and pattern repeats

Gauge and Sizing

Achieving proper gauge is essential for this hat to fit correctly. The pattern provides specific gauge measurements for different sections:

• Individual motifs measure 3¼ inches (8 cm) square before being sewn together, worked using the larger G hook
• Using the smaller F hook: 22 single crochet stitches and 24 rounds equal 4 inches (10 cm)
• Using the smaller F hook: 22 double crochet stitches and 9½ rounds equal 4 inches (10 cm)

Crocheters should swatch and measure carefully to ensure their finished hat achieves the intended finished measurements and proper fit.

Skill Level

This pattern is rated as Intermediate difficulty. Crocheters should be comfortable with basic stitches, working in the round, reading pattern abbreviations, and assembling multiple pieces. The modular motif construction and cluster stitches provide an engaging challenge for those beyond the beginner level.