I have had the privilege of testing this lovely Is it Knit? Crochet Hat pattern for Rhondda from Oombawka Design. And it’s easy to see where she got the name from. The particular stitch she uses yields a true stockinette finish. Is that impressive? YES! I think every crocheter in the world has tried, at some point, to find a crochet stockinette stitch. And I am first among them. Stockinette is my favourite stitch ever, but I don’t knit (much) and am always hunting for the “look”, but with a hook, if you see what I mean.
And if the idea of a true crochet stockinette stitch excites you as much as it does me, you’re in luck, because Rhondda has done a lovely tutorial for the Waistcoat Stitch. But more about that in a minute.
Getting back to the Is it Knit? Crochet Hat first…
My favourite part of the Is it Knit? Crochet Hat is the beautiful spiral (pinwheel) effect on the crown. I kept flipping the hat over as I was working so that I could take another peek at it. It reminds me of one of those spirals they used to show on cartoons when they were trying to hypnotize someone.
The hat itself is lovely and dense without being thick or rigid and the stockinette ribbing rounds it off beautifully. This is such a simple, stylish design that it doesn’t need any embellishments.
You can find the pattern for the Is It Knit? Crochet Hat in Rhondda’s Ravelry Store.
And while you are there, have a little look around. She also has some free patterns, my favourite of which has to be this Not ANOTHER Owl Hat.
Yes, But What About the Tutorial for the Crochet Stockinette Stitch?
You can find the tutorial for the Crochet Stockinette Stitch (Waistcoat Stitch) here.
And because Rhondda is a darling, the tutorial includes a video tutorial AND a free pattern for the Toddler Size of her Is it Knit? Basically Just a Crochet Beanie pattern, which also features the lovely Crochet Stockinette Stitch.
So get yourself over to Oombawka Design and start crocheting your little stockinette hearts out!
I would like to thank Rhondda for the Amazing job she did with the tutorial and for sharing the Waistcoat Stitch with the rest of us.
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Happy Hooking!
**The photos for the Not Another Owl Hat and the Is It Knit? Basically Just a Crochet Beanie have been used with permission from Rhondda Mol at Oombawka Design.**
Betsy says
I am unable to find the pattern for this hat, Is It Knit? Crochet Hat . Do you have a link?
Jenny Lowman says
Hi Betsy. A quick search on Oombawka Design website has provided the answer. It is a paid Etsy pattern. I can’t seem to link to the pattern, so search Etsy for ODCrochetPatternShop. Owner is Rhondda Mol.
Diana says
Hi. Thanks for sharing! I only have a question. Does this produce the same gauge as regular sc? (I mean, do the rows with this stitch produce the same “height” of rows as sc). I would like to try it with amigurumis but I am afraid I would need to modify the patterns.
Jillon says
I want to do this stitch but with double crochet… how do I start that? thanks.
Dedri Uys says
Hi, it doesn’t work with double crochet (US), only single crochet. You can try, but it won’t give you the same stockinette finish.
izzy says
How did you do the ribbing effect for the brim?
Dedri Uys says
Hi Izzy,
All the details are in the pattern. I am not at liberty to share the pattern details with you, because it is a paid-for pattern, sorry.
tatie fabie says
oups! j’ai oublié le lien lol!! http://tatiefabie.canalblog.com/archives/2012/09/13/25093825.html
tatie fabie says
yes, fantastique ce point, il permet aussi de faire des motifs tapestry bien droit j’ai fait une …… regardez ici héhé!! bonne journnée .
Katy Board says
I saw Rhondda’s post with the waistcoat stitch, and immediately saved it, as I’m determined to learn it – as soon as I’ve finished off a few of my WIP’s! :)
I love the idea of getting all the flair of the stockinette stitch, but from my crochet hook – it’s a brilliant pattern :)
Dedri Uys says
It is! I’m so glad she decided to share the stitch. It’s too good to be kept a secret x
Rhondda Mol says
Dedri – you are the sweetest! Thank you so much for such a lovely post :) I’m honoured that you tested for me :) thank you for your kind words! Rhondda
Dedri Uys says
Glad you like it, Rhondda. I just spoke the truth :) And I love testing for you x