Crochet Witch Hat that Moves – Free Pattern with Video
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Create a one-of-a-kind crochet witch hat with this free pattern. The playful design features a witch face, pointy hat, dangling striped legs, and a magical pump system that makes her arms move when you squeeze them!
Looking for a Halloween project that’s equal parts spooky, silly, and show-stopping? Meet the crochet witch hat that’s more than just a hat—she’s a whole character!
This unique pattern is perfect for confident beginners ready to try something a little wild—or experienced crocheters looking for a project that’ll turn heads.
Whether you’re making it for a Halloween party, a costume contest, or just to delight your inner child, this witchy wearable is sure to charm.
Not Your Average Crochet Witch Hat Pattern
With a mischievous face, a classic pointy hat, and long striped legs that dangle down like earflaps, this witch brings a whole new level of fun to your costume game.
And the best part? Give her feet a squeeze, and her arms magically move, thanks to a clever little pump hidden inside!
I’ve included 3 video tutorials to guide you through the process, ensuring that you can follow along step-by-step. The pattern uses one of my go-to yarns, WeCrochet Brava worsted yarn.
Best of all, this pattern was originally part of a Mystery Crochet Alongs (MCAL), which means it has a dedicated group of crafters who’ve already created their own witch hats. I can’t wait to see what you make with it!
Now it’s available as a full, free pattern with 3 step-by-step video tutorials. It’s beginner-friendly but also packed with crochet tips to help you improve your technique while creating something super practical.
Let’s dive into this fun and seasonal pattern together—you’re going to love it!
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Get the PDF of the Crochet Witch Hat Pattern
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So, let me now give you the supplies you need in order to crochet this unique crochet witch hat pattern.
Moving Crochet Witch Hat – Free Pattern
Materials you will need
- WeCrochet Brava Yarn (100% Acrylic, Worsted, 218 yds/100g)
- 1 skein of Orange – can be replaced with white, black, lady slipper, alfalfa, or peapod
- 1 skein of Black
- 1 skein of Freesia – can be replaced with black if needed
- 1 skein of Eggplant – can be replaced with orange or black if needed
- 1 skein of Cream – can be replaced with blush, custard, alfalfa, or peapod
- yellow for the buckle
- 4.0mm hook – I used the WeCrochet Dots Hook
- scissors
- tapestry needle
- polyfill
- Air Pumps – click to get yours
Gauge
3 dc sts x 2 dc rows = 1 square inch
Size
11 (width) x 8 inches
Fits an adult head, see the video tutorials and reference table at the end of the pdf to make the hat smaller
Stitches used in the pattern (US Terms)
Learn all the basic crochet stitches HERE
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- ch = chain
- sk = skip
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- Mattress Stitch
- ATC = Alternative Turning Chain/Stacked SC
Free Written Crochet Witch Hat Pattern with Videos
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Part 1: Beanie
Be sure to watch the entire video for Part 1 HERE
Written Pattern for Part 1
Beanie
ALL first dc stitches (per round) are made as a ch3 or ATC = Alternative Turning Chain, aka stacked single crochet in the height of a dc stitch (both ATC or ch3 count as stitch, I used the ATC).
Start with Cream
R1: MR, ch 1, add 12 dc, close the ring, sl st to the first st
R2: 2 dc per st all around, sl st to the first st (24 sts)
R3: *1 dc in the first st, then 2 dc in the next st, repeat from * all around, sl st to the first st (36 sts)
R4: *1 dc in 2 sts, then 2 dc in the next st, repeat from * all around, sl st to the first st (48 sts)
R5: *1 dc in 3 sts, then 2 dc in the next st, repeat from * all around, sl st to the first st (60 sts)
R6: *1 dc in 4 sts, then 2 dc in the next st, repeat from * all around, sl st to the first st (72 sts)
Your circle should measure (from front loop to front loop) on average 6.5 inches +/-0.5 inches is fine for an adult-size hat).
R7-11: 1 dc per st all around, sl st to the first st (72 sts)
Switch to black
R12-13: 1 dc per st all around, sl st to the first st (72 sts)
R14: ALL in BLO 1 dc per st all around, sl st to the first st (72 sts)
R15: 1 dc per st all around, sl st to the first st (72 sts)
The height of the adult-size hat should be about 8-9 inches.
Fasten off
Part 2: Crochet Witch Hat Legs and Arms
Be sure to watch the entire video for Part 2 HERE
Written Pattern:
Legs (Make 2)
Start with light purple (odd rows) and dark purple (even rows)
R1: 18 foundation double crochet stitches (or ch 18, make a loop and add 1 dc per st (see video – Part 2), sl st to the first st
R2-26: 1 dc per st, sl st to the first st
Switch to just black
R27: *1 dc in 1 st, then 2 dc in the next st, repeat from * all around, sl st to the first st
R28-29: 1 dc per st, sl st to the first st
R30:*1 dc dec over the next 2 sts, repeat from * all around, sl st to the first st
Weave through the last round, close the hole
Remember you’re making 2, even if the image only shows one.
Arms (Make 2)
Start with cream
R1: MR, ch 1, add 6 sc, close the ring, use a stitch marker, continuous rounds
R2: 2 sc per st
R3: (1 sc, 2 sc) 6 times
R4-5: 1 sc per st
R6: (1 sc, 1 inv sc dec) 6 times
R7-15: 1 sc per st
Switch to black
R16-19: 1 sc per st
Fasten off
Part 3: Crochet Witch Hat Details
Be sure to watch the entire video for Part 3 HERE
Written Pattern
Shoe front (2 pieces)
in black
R1: MR, add 6 dc, sl st
R2: (1 dc, 2 dc) 3 times, sl st
R3: 1 sc in 5 sts, (2 dc) 4 times, sl st
R4: 1 sc in 5 sts, (1 dc, 2 dc) 4 times, sl st
R5: 1 sc in 5 sts, (1 dc in 2 sts, 2 dc) 4 times, sl st
R6: 1 sc in 5 sts, (1 dc in 3 sts, 2 dc) 4 times, sl st
R7: 1 sc in 5 sts, (1 dc in 4 sts, 2 dc) 4 times, sl st
Fasten off and sew to the front of the legs (I recommend doing this at the END!).
2 Eyes
in black
R1: MR, ch 1, add 6 sc, close the ring, use a stitch marker, continuous rounds
R2: 2 sc per st
Fasten off
Crochet Witch Hat
Start with black
R1: MR, ch 1, add 6 sc, close the ring, use a stitch marker, continuous rounds
R2: (1 sc in 2 sts, 2 sc) 2 times
R3: (1 sc in 3 sts, 2 sc) 2 times
Repeat R3 by adding +1 to the blue number each round until R27, which is:
R27: (1 sc in 27 sts, 2 sc) 2 times
Now drop black (don’t cut yet), switch to light purple
R28: (1 sc in 28 sts, 2 sc) 2 times
R29: (1 sc in 29 sts, 2 sc) 2 times
R30: (1 sc in 30 sts, 2 sc) 2 times
R31: (1 sc in 31 sts, 2 sc) 2 times (66 sts)
Now cut light purple, pick up black again
R32: (1 sc in 10 sts, 2 sc) 6 times
R33: (1 sc in 11 sts, 2 sc) 6 times
R34: (1 sc in 12 sts, 2 sc) 6 times
R35: (1 sc in 13 sts, 2 sc) 6 times
R36: (1 sc in 14 sts, 2 sc) 6 times
R37: (1 sc in 15 sts, 2 sc) 6 times
R38: (1 sc in 16 sts, 2 sc) 6 times
Fasten off
Yellow Buckle
Ch 16, connect first with last ch (keep 16 sts)
R1: (1 sc in 3 sts, 3 sc) 4 times, sl st
Fasten off and sew to the front of the purple stripe of the hat
Hair (orange)
Cut 2 x 20 inch orange yarn strands, fold in half, pull through the inside loop of one purple stitch of row R31, then pull 4 ends through 2 loops, pull and make tight (shown in the video).
Do this ALL around (so 66 times).
Trim, flatten, braid or pin hair how you like it.
Skirt (added to hat)
Go back to R14 of the hat (to the front loops), in black
R1: *1 dc, 2 dc, repeat from * all around, sl st
R2: * 1 sc in 2 sts, 2 dc, repeat from * all around, sl st, fasten off
Assembly
Add air pumps into hanging legs, then push the end (moving part) through R12 or 13, then add the arms around it and sew the arms to the hat.
Sew the witch hat to the hat. Sew eyes to the front (I also added a cream line). Use cream to make loops for the nose. Use black to sew on the mouth.
Optionally, add a broomstick (I used a pipecleaner) or a miniature broomstick from a doll collection.
Now you can wear the hat and move the arms.
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