20 Cute Crochet Cat Hat Patterns

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I am bringing you something fun and cute – crochet cat hat patterns! Lately, I have been making some for my cats and cannot wait to share them with you.


I know the saying goes a dog is man’s best friend. However, I think this definitely applies to cats too! In fact, any pet that is close to your heart can be your best friend. When it comes to cats, they show so much love! I have been thinking of some cute gifts for them. And this is where the idea has come from – crochet cat hat patterns!

These patterns are quick to make so you get instant satisfaction from completing a project. And the options of personalizing a hat for your furry friend are endless. All you need to do is change colors and add a few different elements and you will have a crochet cat hat for any occasion.

20 Free Crochet Cat Hat Patterns

Tips for making crochet cat hats

  1. Choose the Right Yarn
    Use soft, lightweight yarn, such as cotton or acrylic, to avoid irritating your cat’s skin. Avoid fuzzy yarns, which could shed and be ingested by your cat. Acrylic and cotton yarns are also easily washed.
  2. Measure Your Cat’s Head
    Take measurements around the cat’s head and between the ears to ensure a snug but comfortable fit. Hats should not be too tight or too loose, as both can cause discomfort. Many of these patterns are worked top down, making it easy to adjust the size when its needed
  3. Incorporate Adjustable Straps
    Add ties or adjustable straps to secure the hat without being too restrictive. This allows the hat to stay in place without causing distress, and the straps can be removed or adjusted for the perfect fit.
  4. Avoid Small, Loose Embellishments
    Skip buttons, beads, or other small parts that your cat might try to chew or swallow. If you want to decorate the hat, opt for embroidered details or securely attached, soft elements like yarn pom-poms.
  5. Keep It Short and Simple
    Cats may not tolerate wearing hats for extended periods. Make sure the design is simple and lightweight, and only have them wear it briefly for photos or special occasions to minimize stress.

Following these tips will help you make a comfortable, cat-friendly hat!

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20 Cute Crochet Cat Hat Patterns

As I said before, cat hat patterns have been on my to-make list for a little while now. I have designed a few so far but definitely plan on making many more!

I have been searching for some cute and fun patterns to share with you. It is so funny how you can dress up your cat just by adding a cute hat on their heads. You can make them personal, seasonal, or simply crocheting accessories you like and enjoy.

Below are some of the patterns I have found and simply had to share with you all on one page. I hope they will inspire you to make some for your four-legged friends.

1. Cat Witch Hat

This free crochet pattern is for a cute witch hat for cats. This pattern is made using only single crochet stitches so it would be a perfect beginner project. It is worked starting at the top of the hat and holes are created for the ears to poke through.

I have added a few more round after the ear holes to make a wider brim on the hat just like a witch. CAT CROCHET WITCH HAT PATTERN – EASY AND FREE is available on my website.

Cat Crochet Witch Hat Free Pattern

2. Cat Santa Hat

This Cat Santa Hat would be a cute accessory for your kitty to wear for the Holiday Season. They are fun and fast to crochet and simply bring a smile on everyone’s face when they see them being worn on cats.

This hat has an added faux fur brim and fun Pom Pom. It has no ear holes so you can customize it to the width of the gap between ears. You can get the FREE CROCHET CAT SANTA HAT PATTERN on my website.

Cat Santa Hat Crochet Pattern

3. Cat Elf Hat

Cat Elf Hat is another fun and cute hat to wear for the Holiday Season. Wouldn’t it make a great family Christmas photo if the kitties wore elf hats?! It has added a crown to it which means this hat could also be adjusted to a birthday hat!

CUTE FREE CROCHET CAT ELF HAT PATTERN is available on my website as a free pattern.

Cat Cat Elf Hat Pattern

4. Cat’s Unicorn Hat

This beginner-friendly crochet project would make an excellent costume or photo prop for your smaller four-legged friends. These unicorn crochet cat hats work up very quickly. They fit most adult cats and extra small dog breeds too. CLICK HERE for the pattern.

Crochet Cat Unicorn Hat Pattern

5. Cat Sombrero Hat

This quick and easy crochet pattern creates a festive little sombrero designed to fit your smaller four-legged friends. It is also a great stash buster as it only requires a very small amount of each color. FOLLOW THIS LINK for the pattern.

Cat Sombrero Hat Pattern

6. Cat’s Frog Hat

A great beginner-friendly crochet cat hat pattern for frog lovers! Adding a frilly edge and big frog eyes make this hat stand out from the crowd. Follow THIS LINK for the pattern.

Cat Frog Hat Pattern

7. Cat Strawberry Hat

My all-time favorite fruit – strawberry combined with crochet and cats? I think this is by far the best combination ever! A great way to use up odds and ends, and build up your pet’s wardrobe of adorable costumes. Also works great for photoshoots! CLICK HERE for the pattern!

Cat Strawberry Hat

8. Cat Pumpkin Hat

Pumpkin season might be over but I could not help myself when I saw this cute pattern. I think it will make your cat the cutest pumpkin in the patch! Find the pattern HERE.

Cat Pumpkin Hat

9. Cat Christmas Tree Hat

This crochet Christmas tree hat pattern for cats, small dogs, and other small animals is perfect for the upcoming holiday season! Just imagine all the possibilities of decorating a mini Christmas tree hat! Click ON THIS LINK for the pattern.

Cat Christmas Tree Hat

10. Turkey Cat Hat

Super cute crochet turkey hat that is perfect for Thanksgiving! Turn your cat into a super cute turkey in the photos. Find the pattern HERE and make a cute accessory for your furry friend.

Cat Turkey Hat Pattern

11. Curler Crochet Hat for Cats

This is by far one of the best and funniest crochet cat hat patterns I have come across when searching! It is a fun but also easy to crochet pet hat pattern. It has two options for the hair curlers – either real curlers or crochet ones. VISIT THIS LINK for the pattern.

Cat Curler Hat Pattern

12. Feline Fox Cat Hat

This sweet little hat is for a pattern for an experienced crocheter, although it does use basic crochet stitches. It uses worsted weight yarn, making it an easily accessible pattern for most crocheters. CLICK HERE for the pattern.

Crochet Feline Fox Hat

13. Cat Crown

Every last one of our beloved kitties deserves this crown hat. It uses worsted weight yarn and doesn’t use too much; you could maybe even use some scrap yarn to whip one up so there isn’t even an extra cost to make this crown! This little crown could even double as cat toy for your fur baby to bat around. You can find the written pattern ON THIS WEBSITE.

Crochet Cat Crown

14. Cat Bucket Hat

Bucket hats are always a fun project in any size, but in cat size?! Now you can make a matching set for you and your most favorite kitten. Its crocheted from the top down and is beginner friendly pattern, as it uses simple crochet stitches and uses worsted weight yarn. You can find the pattern HERE.

Crochet Bucket Hat for your Cat

15. Crochet Flower Hat for your Cat

How sweet is this flower hat for your cat? This pattern is easy to follow and uses single crochet, half double crochet and double crochet stitches throughout. It calls for worsted weight yarn. It works up rather quick and uses very little yarn. CLICK HERE for the pattern.

Crochet Flower Cat Hat

16. Figaro Frog Cat Hat

This absolutely adorable frog hat is a beginner-friendly pattern. It calls for worsted weight yarn and comes in two sizes. It even has little floppy legs that double as the way to tie it on to secure on your cat. You can follow a video tutorial to make one for your fur baby. CLICK HERE for the free pattern.

Crochet Frog Cat Hat

17. Lovey Cat Hat

The free and easy crochet cat hat pattern features simple stitches throughout. It will keep your cat warm even they aren’t the biggest fan. It works up rather quickly and uses DK weight yarn. Find the pattern HERE.

Crochet Lovey Cat Hat

18. Pumpkin Cat Hat

Fall is right around the corner, and I think your cat really needs this hat to get into the spirit of Halloween with this pumpkin hat? It is a fun beginner crochet pattern that works up rather quickly. CLICK HERE for the pattern.

Crochet Pumpkin Hat

19. Bunny Hat for your Cat

If your kitty doesn’t want to be a pumpkin this Halloween, maybe they’d like to be a cute bunny instead. This is an easy and beginner-friendly pattern. It works up super fast and uses very simple crochet stitches. You can find it ON THIS WEBSITE.

Crochet Bunny Hat for your Cat

20. Cat Bonnet

Because your fur baby needs a bonnet. This one even has holes for the cat’s ears. It works up really quickly and uses very little yarn; perfect as a stash-busting project. CLICK HERE for the pattern.

Crochet Cat Bonnet

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