How to Crochet a Kippah

A kippah, or yarmulke, is a small round hat that is worn by people of the Jewish faith. Some Jewish people choose to wear a kippah on special occasions and at prayer times. Others wear one every day. If you want to present someone with a very special kippah, you could crochet a kippah for that person or you could crochet a kippah for yourself.

1. Search for a kippah pattern. You can look through crochet books at your local library or craft store. You can search online for all kinds of kippah patterns. You may choose to buy a pattern from a craft store, or there are kippah patterns available to purchase online and download for printing.
2. Pick one kippah pattern that fits your crocheting ability. If you are just learning to crochet, you will want to choose a simple pattern. If you are more advanced at crocheting, you will have more options. Some patterns are very complicated and include intricate designs and details.
3. Choose a suitable crochet thread. Your pattern will probably suggest a size and weight of thread. You will need to decide on a color, and you will need to decide if you want to use more than one color. Read the pattern to know how much crochet thread to purchase.
4. Purchase a crochet hook. The pattern you choose will tell you what size crochet hook to buy. You may want to crochet a swatch to check your gauge. If you crochet tight, you may need a larger needle. If you crochet loose, you may need a smaller needle.
5. Follow the kippah pattern to crochet the kippah. If you come across stitches or directions you do not know how to make, search online for a tutorial that explains the stitches or directions.
6. Stop crocheting when you have the right size. There is no exact size. You can simply keep crocheting until you get the right size for the person you are making the kippah for.
7. Cut the crochet thread when finished, leaving a small piece of thread. Use this piece to tie a knot close to the kippah. Use your crochet hook to weave in the remaining piece of yarn into the completed piece.
8. Add any special touches. If the kippah is going to be presented to someone on a special day, you might want to add their name and date on a tag that you place inside. You may choose to embroider something on the outside of the kippah that is significant for the person who is receiving the kippah.
9. Wash the kippah. Place it on a bowl. Shape it around the bowl, so that it will dry with the proper shape.

• Kippahs are no longer worn just by men. There are some lovely kippah patterns for women. There are kippahs that are crocheted to be very lacy. There are some with jewels hanging from the back. Others have a pointed piece in the back.

• Kippah pattern
• Crochet thread
• Crochet hook
• Bowl