Vera Crochet Hat Pattern Tutorial by HeatherM

Welcome to another Crochet With Me Video Tutorial! :)

This is a crochet-along style video. Grab the Vera Hat pattern PDF https://shopheatherm.etsy.com/listing... print it out if you’d like, and come on back to crochet along with me — just like working alongside a friend. You’re also welcome to let this video play in the background while you crochet, relax, clean house, organize your stash, or unwind.

Learn the Stitches Used in the Vera Hat Crochet Pattern:

In this walkthrough, I break down the stitches and construction techniques used in the Vera Hat — a quietly confident, intentionally designed crochet beanie featuring sculptural texture and timeless style.

If you’re working through the pattern PDF, this video will support you as you learn the stitch pattern, understand the shaping, and confidently complete your hat with a polished finish.

*For on-screen instructions, please turn on closed captions.

**You can also adjust playback speed and video settings below the video to work at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

TIMESTAMP CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro
00:16 – About the Vera Hat
01:00 – Materials
01:55 – Circumference Band Row One. [Transition caption errors, should have read: ROW 1/Foundation ROW (not rnd)]
03:05 – Circumference Band Row Two. (How to BLO)
04:06 – Circumference Band Rows Three - 32(34,36)
06:54 – Seaming Circumference Band
07:20 – Working With Double Strands of Yarn for Circumference Band
08:03 – Round One (1st Puff-Stitch Round)
08:31 – V-Puff Stitch
09:24 – Disclaimer: I unintentionally left out the Ch1 to close off my V-puff's.
09:44 – About Recessed & Raised Rows
10:35 – V-Puff Stitch Slowed Down
11:12 – If your yarn strand ends, here is how I joined a knot & continued along.
11:45 – V-Puff Totals by Size.
12:48 – Connecting End of Rnd.
13:02 – Round Two
13:41 – Time Saving Hack
15:34 – Round Four (Optional: Color Change)
15:52 – Discussing Decreases Rnds.
17:30 – Crown Decreases
18:57 – Decreases Slowed Down
21:00 – Decrease Totals by Size
22:15 – End of First Decrease Round
22:40 – Second Decrease Round
23:22 – If I didn't omit my Ch1.as mentioned at 09:24, here is what it would have looked like
24:30 – End of Final Decrease Round
24:42 – Fasten Off With Long Tail For Cinching Top of Hat Shut
25:50 – Pompom
26:00 – Pompom Maker Tool
30:18 – Connecting Pompom to Hat
30:54 – Optional Finishing Round - Size Up Hook
32:09 – Circumference Band Height - size Adult (with finishing round)
32:36 – Hat is complete
32:47 – Thanks for Watching
32:56 – Etsy Shop
33:00 – Outro

About the Pattern
This is the stitch-support tutorial for the Vera Hat — a refined, wearable crochet beanie originally released in 2017 and thoughtfully re-issued with updated sizing, clarity, and tech editing.

Sculptural V-puff stitches create a soft, dimensional fabric with depth and warmth, allowing texture to take centre stage while clean lines keep the silhouette timeless. Designed with negative ease, the Vera Hat offers a close, comfortable fit that relaxes slightly with wear for an effortless, stay-put feel.

Finished with a classic pom-pom, the Vera Hat balances elegance and everyday wearability with ease.

Pattern Details

Skill Level: Easy — crochet experience recommended with pattern reading ability and familiarity with textured stitches.

Sizing: Toddler, Child/Teen, Adult. Designed with negative ease for a snug, secure fit. Fits 16 through 21 inch head circumference with tips for customization.

Language: English
Terminology: Canadian and US, inches

Materials
All materials, including yarn and hook sizes, are fully outlined in the pattern PDF. Refer to timestamps for items used throughout the video.

Pattern Info
Designed by Canadian crochet designer Heather MacMichael — self-taught, designing since 2008, with thousands of happy makers worldwide.

Vera Hat: Pattern download
https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/44332...

Links:

Etsy shop
https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/ShopHeat...

LTK shop
https://www.shopltk.com/explore/heatherm

Yarn Winder Used (affiliate link)
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Pompom maker tool (affiliate link)
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Mannequin
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Office Desk
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Record Player
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Gold Clothing Rack
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Velvet & Gold Hangers
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Bear Sweater
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Gold Name Letter Necklace
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