20 Free and Easy Crochet Hat Patterns – Even Beginners!
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Compilation of 20 amazing and free hat patterns that are easy to make. Suitable patterns for beginners and advanced crocheters alike.
Ever since I have learned to crochet I have always gravitated towards crochet hat and beanie projects. There are many reasons I love crocheting these.
These projects are so versatile. Crochet hats work with literally any yarn weight whether you are after a thinner hat and beanie or really chunky hat that makes a statement.
I absolutely love having the ability to completely customize my hat or a beanie. You can choose colors and combinations of colors you love. Or colors that work for your winter wardrobe.
A crochet hat for a beanie would also make a lovely gift for a loved one. They are also great projects you can do for charity. This is a great way to make crochet hats even if you live in a very hot climate and do not use crochet beanies yourself.
You can simply practice making them and donate them to somebody who needs one to keep them warm. Secondly, they are also great sellers at any market stall. Handmade products have a special charm.
Crochet Beanies and Hats for Beginners Tutorials
Crocheting accessories, like hats and beanies, may seem challenging, but actually isn’t, if you follow a few guidelines and measurements.
You can learn how to crochet a hat or beanie in 3 different ways – top-down, bottom-up, or from a flat rectangle easily. Plus you can add ribbing to the top-down beanies or even have the perfect ribbing for bottom-up hats.
The first tutorial mention also has a reference table. But you can also get this handy hat reference template here.
Best Yarn for Ideal Beginner Crochet Hat Patterns
If you are an absolute crochet beginner, I suggest using Bulky (#5) or Super Bulky (#6) yarn, and a very beginner-friendly pattern for chunky beanies like the ones shown below.
20 Free and Easy Crochet Hat Patterns for Beginners
I have hand-picked a great collection of crochet hats and beanie patterns. These are all amazing patterns that are very popular. They are available for free on some of the best designers’ blogs.
Some of these crochet hats are worked bottom-up with fold-over brims. They start with a ribbed brim and work upwards towards the crown of the head.
Others are worked top-down. That means you start working from the crown toward the brim. You increase each round until you reach the desired circumference.
I have also included a super simple and beginner-friendly pattern. All you need to crochet is a simple rectangle shape. You then cinch one end and have a finished hat! Yes, it is that easy.
Whether you are just learning to crochet or have made loads of projects, you will find a hat you like for sure.
So grab your favorite crochet hooks, best yarn, and let’s get making! But don’t forget your scissors, tapestry needle and your stitch markers!
Easy Striped Crochet Hat
This free crochet pattern is for a striped hat using the silt stitch. This pattern is made of a fold-over brim and uses basic crochet stitches.
You work this crochet hat bottom up with a super warm fold-over brim. I added a fun Pom Pom to finish it off.
The stitch looks lovely if you use two contrast colors as it really makes the stitches stand out. Easy Striped Crochet Hat – Free Pattern using Silt Stitch is available on my website.
Chunky Knit Look Hat
This free crochet pattern is for the Chunky Knit-Like Hat that is inspired by the hat an American woman was wearing at the Winter Olympic Games in South Korea in 2018.
The crochet hat not only looked awesome and cozy but also turned into a crochet trend a few years ago.
It inspired me to make a crochet chunky “knit” hat pattern that uses a crochet knit look stitch – the waistcoat stitch. Easy Free Crochet Chunky “Knit” Hat Pattern with Pom Pom is a free pattern on my blog.
Denim Blues Hat
This hat pattern uses a worsted weight yarn and is worked in a continuous round. It uses linked double crochet. You will have this whipped up in no time! It will soon become your new favorite winter hat.
You can find the beginner-friendly pattern for Amazing Denim Blues Hat – Free Linked Crochet Hat on my website.
Crochet Chroma Hat
This pretty Chroma Hat is a free crochet pattern and is made using simple basic crochet stitches and worsted weight yarn.
The hat has a fold-over brim that keeps your ears warm and cozy. This Chroma Hat was designed as a bottom-up hat with a faux fur pom pom on the top.
You can find the beginner-friendly pattern for Crochet Chroma Hat – Free Pattern and Video Tutorial on my website.
Raised Ripple Alpine Stitch Hat
It features a highly-textured pattern called the modified alpine stitch aka raised ripple stitch, which is formed by alternating double crochet stitches and frost post treble crochets.
This crochet alpine beanie is fun to make for crocheters of any skill level. An advanced beginner should easily be able to pick up the new techniques required to complete the alpine stitch pattern.
You can find the pattern for Raised Ripple Alpine Stitch Crochet Hat on my website.
Easy Winter Ripple Hat
I love fold-over ribbed hats, more than any other hat style. Even though they require a bit extra work to make, they are so worth it in the end. They keep your ears warmer and can be adjusted from a tight fit to a more slouchy hat easily.
I added a lovely Faux Fur Pom Pom which seems to be the sought-after finishing touch to crochet hat and beanie makes. How to Crochet an Easy Winter Ripple Hat – Free Crochet Pattern
Rainbow Thermal Beanie
The Rainbow Thermal Beanie Crochet Pattern is an extra thick and warm beanie worked in the thermal stitch!
It takes a little bit longer to work, but the results are well worth it! The stitch is dense and extra-thick making it an interesting and wonderful stitch for crochet beanies.
CLICK HERE for the free crochet beanie pattern.
Argyle Slouch Beanie
The Argyle Beanie & Slouch crochet pattern includes 2 hatband options (Stretchy Hat Band of Simple Hat Band) and 2 lengths (Beanie or Slouch). Both styles are crocheted from the bottom up.
It is easily customizable for the look you are going for. It has a lovely texture and great-looking patterns that are easy to create. All you need to know is a couple of basic crochet stitches. FOLLOW THIS LINK for the free crochet hat and beanie pattern.
Simple Beanie For Beginners
This is a super simple and classic crochet beanie. It uses a simple double crochet stitch that you work in simple rounds. It is a great stitch for beginners as it is easy to make and works up really quickly.
You can leave this simple hat as it is. However, you could also add a cute little button and crocheted circle to make it a little more special.
The stretchy stitch ensures a great fitting crochet hat. You can find it ON THIS WEBSITE.
Charlie Hat
The Charlie crochet hat is made using the lemon peel stitch, which gives a beautiful texture. This is a great beginner-friendly stitch.
It is just alternating single crochet stitches and double crochet stitches. The stitch gives this crochet beanie a lovely textured look without being too bulky. It is finished off with a Faux Fur Pom pom.
You can find the free crochet hat pattern and video tutorial ON THIS BLOG.
You and Me Crochet Hat
The You + Me Crochet Hat is a simple crochet chunky hat pattern. It is suitable for beginners who know how to make a single crochet.
The construction of this hat is a simple rectangle shape. You then fold it in half and work together with slip stitches. Then close the top of the hat with a needle and there you have it, a simple chunky hat!
This pattern comes in 4 different sizes for the entire family: toddler, child, teen, and adult. It uses bulky weight yarn which is super stretchy and the size can easily be adjusted for any head circumference.
Check out this simple pattern BY CLICKING HERE.
Waffle Cone Slouchy Crochet Beanie
This is a very basic beginner-friendly crochet beanie pattern. It is a mesh hat pattern that works up really quickly!
It’s a bit different than other crochet slouchy hats. This one is actually a skully hat that gets its slouchiness from being extra long.
The pattern uses only one ball of yarn so it would make a great seller on a craft stall.
To check out this beginner-friendly crochet hat pattern, please FOLLOW THIS LINK.
Men’s Beanie
If you’re looking a simple and comfortable beanie, you’ve found it. The pattern is completely customizable in size and easy instructions are provided how to do this to create the perfect fit.
It is crocheted in rows, then seamed together to form a tube, then cinched together at the top to make a simple, yet classic beanie.
For the free pattern, CLICK HERE.
Hannah Hat
This beginner crochet hat in bulky yarn is long enough to wear slouchy or fold up at the bottom for extra warmth around your ears. The pattern includes six sizes: preemie, infant, children, and adult.
The pattern features single and double crochet stitches, super basic stitches.
Find the free hat pattern ON THIS WEBSITE.
Slouchy Crochet Beanie
This crochet beanie slouchy is a one-piece, no-sew pattern. It is a trendy, relaxed hat is the perfect project to showcase your skills while crafting something stylish and functional for the colder months.
Whether you’re looking to add a new accessory to your wardrobe or gift a handmade item to a friend, this easy beanie crochet pattern is a must-try.
You can get the free pattern BY CLICKING HERE.
Slouchy Crochet Beanie
This hat can be made in one solid color color-blocked, or they would also look great in a self-striping or variegated yarn! This is a super easy pattern to follow and bring your new favorite beanie to life.
Advanced crocheters and confident beginners alike will love this crochet beanie pattern. It is simple but so fun to work up!
You can get the free pattern HERE.
Gemstone Hue Beanie
This beanie features granny stitch colorwork rounds create a delightful diamond pattern reminiscent of sparkling jewels. It is a fun pattern to work up.
The pattern comes in 6 sizes: newborn to adult large.
To get the free pattern and video tutorial, CLICK HERE.
Costa Beanie
This beanie pattern using super bulky yarn and works up in 30 minutes or less! It is simple and perfect for markets AND last-minutes gifts.
The pattern comes in 6 sizes: newborn to adult. You will soon have a stack of these fun and easy beanies!
To get the free pattern and video tutorial, ON THIS WEBSITE.
Simple Scallops Chemo Cap
This pattern features classic crochet shell stitches in a soft, comfortable yarn and the hat makes a lovely chemo cap that’s pretty, but still quick and easy to make for donations or gifts.
You can find the pattern BY CLICKING HERE.
Simple Slouchy Beanie
This slouchy beanie features single and double crochet stitches making it very beginner friendly. It is worked from the ribbed brim up to the top of the hat.
The pattern comes in sizes preemie to adult extra-large.
You can find the pattern BY FOLLOWING THIS LINK.
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