Today is Make a Hat Day. Whether you’re looking to keep your own head warm, warm up the noggin of a friend or child, or donate something useful to charity, making your own hats is a useful and fun way to pass your time. There’s many ways to go about it. Learn the basics of sewing, knitting, or crochet and there are a lot of patterns available to keep your creativity flowing.
Do you crochet? Are you looking for new hats to hand out for the upcoming cold season? In honor of Make a Hat Day, we’ve gone searching for interesting crochet hat patterns for all different skill levels. We’ve collected a little bit of everything, from easy hats with just two or three different stitches, to more involved but beautiful patterns. We have hats for babies, kids, and adults. Take a look. We’re sure you’ll find something unique that will cause you to rush right out and buy new yarn or raid your already enormous stash.
Here’s the top 10 free patterns for crocheted hats.
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Cables and stripes hat
The cables and stripes hat is a basic winter hat with texture and a variety of color.
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Trinity stich beanie
The trinity stretch beanie can be made with or without the pompom on top.
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Broomstick lace hat
The distinctive yarn pattern of the broomstick lace hat really makes it stand out as something beautiful.
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Mothers’ beret
The mothers’ beret has a bit of slouch, which seems to be in right now. It’s accessorized with a large crocheted flower making it stand out from other droopy hats.
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The hadley slouch hat
The hadley slouch hat is a more traditional looking slouchy hat. Can be made in a variety of colors to match your own personal style.
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1920’s cloche hat
The cloche hat is a throwback to the stylish ‘20s, giving it a bit of class.
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Nifty newsboy hat
The nifty newsboy hat would be a trendy gift for your favorite girlfriend or a unique gift for a winter clothes collecting charity.
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Baby’s crocodile pixie hat
The crocheted scales of this crocodile pixie hat are absolutely stunning when done in rainbow colors. This hat has a magical quality that makes it a great baby gift.
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Sock monkey hat
Who doesn’t love sock monkeys? They’re a perennial childhood favorite. This sock monkey hat is perfect for the small child in your life.
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Children’s rainbow pony hat
Do you have a child who loves a certain blue pony? You’ll be the favorite parent/aunt/uncle/grandmother/friend if you put this together for a birthday or holiday gift.