Free Crochet Hat Patterns (Cozy + Cute!)
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One of the best and most popular things you can make is a hat!
So often over the colder months, you get asked to make a hat for someone and with a free crochet pattern, you will be able to make more than just one.
Make Gifts For The Whole Family!
People love to get hold of a hat made just for them and with the cold months of January and February looming, they will be well received.
Once you start making hats, you will become addicted, to making them for your family, friends, and neighbors!
From newborns, toddler to small adult sizes, there are hats for all ages.
Free Crochet Hat Patterns
There are many patterns for you to choose from in the list below, including hats with a brim, a slouchy hat with a pom-pom, beginner-friendly hats, and a hat with great texture.
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Take a look at this roundup of the best crochet hat patterns for fall and winter and make something to adorn your head from the beginning to the end of the season.
1. Chunky Beanie Crochet Pattern
This lovely beanie from knittedpatterns.com is made with chunky yarn and an 8mm/L 11 hook.
This hat is created by crochet ribbing to give great texture in a chunky yarn weight.
2. Crochet Earflap Hat
This crochet earflap hat pattern from Kirsten’s Knits is made in a chunky yarn, perfect for keeping you warm in the snowy weather!
This hat has a section of cable stitches and is made in worsted weight yarn.
3. Crochet Cable Beanie Hat Pattern
A beautiful crochet cable beanie pattern by Stephanie Lau from the blog All About Ami.
Gorgeous photography and the perfect crochet hat to make using Lion Brand’s chunky yarns.
Add a faux fur pom pom to the top of the hat to finish it off.
4. Crochet Beanie Hat Pattern
This pom beanie hat pattern by yarnspirations.com is an easy beginner hat, made with chunky yarn and a 9mm/M13 crochet hook.
This hat has some slouch and is made with bulky yarn for extra warmth.
This is a simple hat for beginner crocheters.
5. Slouchy Beanie Hat Crochet Pattern
This slouchy beanie hat has a love heart pattern and has been designed by Bethany from the blog Whistle and Ivy.
Made using chunky yarns, and an interesting stitch pattern, the beanie has 5 different colored yarns.
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Free Crochet Hat Patterns
There are many patterns for you to choose from in the list below, including hats with a brim, a slouchy hat with a pom-pom, beginner-friendly hats, and a hat with great texture.
Take a look at this roundup of the best crochet hat patterns for fall and winter and make something to adorn your head from the beginning to the end of the season.
Happy Crocheting!
How To Crochet A Hat (Chunky Beanie For Beginners)
In this blog post, you will see how to crochet a hat and make a chunky beanie for beginners.
Crocheting a hat is one of the most rewarding projects for beginners.
It’s a quick, fun way to practice basic stitches and create something cozy and stylish.
Make a warm winter beanie in around 1.5 hours, as this guide will walk you through the process step by step.
Striped Bucket Hat Crochet Pattern (Free Printable)
You will see a striped bucket hat crochet pattern in this blog post.
This classic bucket hat is perfect for sunny days with the brim turned up or turned down.
Made with basic crochet stitches, this is a great project for crocheters of any skill level.
Crochet Summer Hat Pattern (Free Printable)
You will see a striped bucket hat crochet pattern in this blog post.
This hat is perfect for summer days with the brim turned up or turned down.
This crochet bucket hat is a great stash buster made from cotton in four different colors.
Crochet Baby Hat (Easy Pattern For Beginners)
In this blog post, you will find a crochet baby hat – an easy pattern for beginners.
Crocheting a basic beanie for a baby can be a fun and rewarding project for anyone who loves to work with yarn.
Not only that, but a cute baby hat can also be a great gift for a new mom-to-be.
Crochet Earflap Hat by Kirsten’s Knits
This easy crochet hat pattern is made in a chunky yarn, perfect for keeping you warm in the snowy weather!
This hat has a section of cable stitches and is made in worsted weight yarn.
A great project you can make for yourself or as a gift.
Crochet Cable Beanie Hat Pattern by All About Ami
A beautiful crochet cable beanie pattern.
Gorgeous photography and the perfect crochet hat to make using Lion Brand’s chunky yarns.
Add a faux fur pom pom to the top of the hat to finish it off.
Slouchy Beanie Hat Crochet Pattern by Whistle and Ivy
This slouchy beanie hat has a lovely heart pattern.
Made using chunky yarns and an interesting stitch pattern, the beanie has 5 different colored yarns.
Arctic Flair Beanie Free Crochet Pattern (All Sizes!) by Carol Hladik Designs
The Arctic Flair Beanie is a modern and textured crochet hat pattern that comes in sizes for the whole family—from babies to adults.
Designed with a ribbed cuff, worsted weight yarn, and optional fur pom, it works up beautifully in variegated yarn for effortless color.
With a step-by-step tutorial and easy stitches, this cozy winter accessory is perfect for gifting, craft fairs, or stylish everyday wear.
Crochet Simple Hat: A Beginner-Friendly Guide by Crochet Beja
The crochet simple hat is a perfect beginner-friendly project that combines ease, versatility, and style.
Using basic stitches like single and half double crochet, this step-by-step guide walks you through making a cozy beanie in just a few hours.
With tips for customization and finishing, it’s ideal for personal wear, handmade gifts, or building confidence as a new crocheter.
Easy Breezy Chunky Beanie Crochet Pattern by The Turtle Trunk
In this post, you’ll find a cozy and classic crochet beanie pattern using bulky weight yarn for extra warmth.
The pattern features a subtle ribbed texture, folded brim, and sizes for babies through adults, making it the perfect unisex winter hat.
A beginner-friendly project that’s quick to make, fully customizable, and topped with an optional pom-pom for extra flair.
Jasmine Beanie – Free Crochet Pattern by Ned & Mimi
This beginner-friendly beanie is worked top-down with simple stitches and a stretchy ribbed brim.
Designed in support of the Crochet Cancer Challenge, the Jasmine beanie fits snugly while remaining breathable, making it perfect as a chemo cap or cozy indoor accessory.
Available in four sizes (baby to adult), it’s ideal for charity projects, gifting, or adding to your handmade wardrobe.
How To Crochet An Easy Hat by Brianna K Designs
This beginner-friendly crochet hat is worked flat, not in the round, making it ideal for those just getting started.
It features cozy texture, clever shaping, and puff stitch detailing — all in one simple rectangle!
With 8 sizes from newborn to adult large, this pattern is fast, versatile, and perfect for gifting or market makes.
Crochet Hat Pine Free Pattern Cozy & Warm Gorgeous Colorwork by Brianna K Designs
Stay warm and stylish with the Pine Crochet Hat, a cozy Fair Isle design worked from the top down using the split single crochet (ssc) stitch for a knit-like look.
This free crochet hat pattern features detailed instructions, charted colorwork, and sizes from baby to adult.
Using worsted weight wool yarn and hook sizes G (4.00mm) and H (5.00mm), the pattern showcases a snowy forest motif in three classic colors.
Crochet Newsboys Hat Pattern | The Red Hat by The Stitch Berry
This cozy newsboys-style crochet hat is inspired by Taylor Swift’s Red (Taylor’s Version) and evokes the warmth, emotion, and vintage aesthetic of the iconic album.
Whether you're a Swiftie or just love timeless accessories, this crochet hat brings both charm and comfort.
Made with bulky weight yarn and a 7.00 mm (K) hook, the pattern works up quickly and offers a stylish silhouette complete with a curved brim.
Bulky Celtic Beanie Crochet Pattern by MJ Off The Hook Designs
The bulky Celtic beanie is a stunning cold-weather crochet hat that combines coziness with bold Celtic weave cables.
This textured stitch is worked in the round using front post treble crochet (Fptr) to create the signature cable pattern.
It's perfect for crocheters looking to try something stylish and modern with bulky yarn.
Alpine Hygge Beanie Free Chunky Crochet Hat Pattern by Knotted Nest
In this post, you’ll find a free crochet pattern for a beanie, a soft, textured, and beautifully slouchy winter hat.
Crocheted using Red Heart Hygge yarn, this hat pairs a luxurious feel with a simple rectangle construction and an elegant Alpine stitch texture.
It’s perfect for intermediate crocheters and includes a double brim for added warmth.
Top it off with a faux fur pom pom for a modern handmade accessory you’ll love to wear or gift.
Moss Stitch Beanie Crochet Pattern by Burgundy And Blush
In this post, you’ll find a free crochet pattern for a cozy and lightweight moss stitch beanie.
Worked bottom-up and in the round, this simple yet stylish hat is perfect for beginners and comes in sizes from newborn to large adult.
The moss stitch gives it a modern texture while being easy and relaxing to work with.
Use leftover yarn scraps or keep it classic with a single color — either way, it's a versatile project for any season.
Crochet Celtic Stripes Beanie Free Pattern by Crochet For You
Make a cozy hat that blends texture and color with the Celtic Stripes Beanie — a stunning design perfect for fall and winter.
The ribbed brim adds a snug fit, and the hat finishes beautifully with a faux fur pom.
While this pattern is written in teen size, it’s easy to adjust for any head size.
Rylee Ribbed Crochet Hat by Lakeside Loops
In this post, you will see how to crochet a knit-look ribbed hat using a simple stitch and worsted weight yarn.
This pattern is beginner-friendly, includes a full video tutorial, and is available in 7 sizes from newborn to adult.
It’s the perfect cozy accessory for your winter wardrobe or handmade gift list.
Crochet Velvet Winter Hat by Daisy Farm Crafts
In this post, you will see how to make a soft and stylish velvet crochet hat.
The pattern uses Bernat Baby Velvet yarn for a luxurious texture and easy care, worked flat as a rectangle and seamed.
It’s a beginner-friendly project with video support, and perfect for adding a faux fur pom pom for extra flair.
Plus, a free printable to grab.
Leland Crochet Hat Pattern by The Unraveled Mitten
In this post, you’ll see how to crochet a fitted top-down beanie with elegant stitch texture.
The pattern uses rounds of clusters and half double crochet in the 3rd loop, giving the fabric a unique, cozy look.
It's made with Lion Brand Heartland yarn and includes a ribbed brim for a snug fit.
Men’s Crochet Ribbed Hat Pattern Free by Make It Crochet
In this post, you’ll see how to crochet a classic skater-style beanie.
Worked side to side in simple back loop stitches, this pattern creates a stretchy, fitted hat with clean ribbing — ideal for teens and adults alike.
It uses just 135 yards of worsted-weight yarn and takes under two hours to complete.
On The Coast Hat – Free Crochet Pattern by The Stitching Mommy
If you love soft blends and easy texture, this striped hat is for you.
Worked in rounds using half double crochet and alternating stitch textures, it pairs beautifully with the On the Coast Cowl for a full set.
This versatile pattern comes in nine sizes from newborn, toddler to adult large, using approx. 80–217 yds of medium weight yarn in three colors.
Crochet Textured Beanie Hat Pattern by Crochet 'n Create
With its soft ribbed ridges and plush texture, this cozy beanie is a stylish staple for winter.
Made in one piece and seamed, it features a simple stitch repeat and is topped with a faux fur pom-pom for extra flair.
This free pattern is written in both UK and US terms, and uses around 110g of aran-weight yarn (or worsted weight #4) with a 6mm hook.
Quick And Easy Fisherman Beanie: Free Crochet Pattern by Signoni Macaroni
This modern ribbed beanie is inspired by a cozy moment from the film Always Be My Maybe—and it’s perfect for chilly days.
Made entirely with single crochet stitches, the texture comes from alternating front and back loop rows.
Designed to be beginner-friendly, this hat uses medium weight (#4) yarn like Lion Brand Touch of Alpaca and a 5.0mm hook, with helpful gauge charts included in the premium PDF.
Resize it from toddler to adult male sizes and customize the slouch or brim for a personalized fit!
Green Gables by DROPS Design
This elegant set includes a spiraling beret and matching neck warmer, both worked in DROPS Lima (a warm and soft wool-alpaca blend).
The set is available in two sizes (S/M and M/L), with helpful diagrams (A.1 to A.7) to guide you through the stitch pattern.
Ideal for intermediate crocheters, this cozy accessory duo is a stylish way to stay warm all season.
Cottage Garden Set by DROPS Design
Cozy up in alpaca softness with this charming two-piece crochet set featuring a striped scarf and a warm hat.
The hat is simple yet stylish, with a folded brim and seamless crown, and the scarf’s gentle palette makes it ideal for layering in fall and winter.
Instructions cover three hat sizes, and the scarf measures 67" long.
Perfect for intermediate crocheters, this is a relaxing project with a beautiful, classic result.
Fields of Blue by DROPS Design
Textured, cozy, and oh-so-luxurious—this stunning hat and neck warmer set features airy puff stitches worked with a strand of DROPS Sky and DROPS Kid-Silk held together for extra softness and halo.
The hat is crocheted flat and seamed from the bottom up, creating a beautifully slouchy shape, while the neck warmer is also worked flat in a matching pattern for a snug, warm fit.
Puff stitches give both pieces a gorgeous, raised texture that's light but insulating.
On Campus Hat (Crochet) by Lion Brand Yarns
This beginner-friendly beanie is a stylish and cozy project that works up super fast using super bulky yarn.
Designed with slip stitches in the back loop only (sl st-blo), the hat offers a stretchy ribbed texture that hugs the head comfortably.
Grab the free pattern on Lion Brand.
Checkmate Hat (Crochet) by Lion Brand Yarns
Add a bold statement to your winter wardrobe with the checkmate hat, a modern, beginner-friendly crochet design featuring a standout checkerboard texture.
Crafted with medium-weight yarn, this easy-level project is worked flat before seaming into shape, making it a great choice for confident beginners looking to practice their colorwork or gift a handmade piece.
Grab the free pattern on Lion Brand.
Free Bernat Crochet Quick Pompom Hat Pattern by Yarnspirations
Looking for a super quick, stylish project that’s beginner-friendly? This is a timeless classic that’s just as fun to make as it is to wear.
Whether you’re making one for yourself or whipping up a cozy gift, this fast project delivers both comfort and flair.
Grab the free pattern on Yarnspirations.
Caron Cable Twist Hat by Yarnspirations
Elevate your cold-weather style with the timeless charm of the cable twist hat.
This beautifully textured accessory is crafted using Caron Simply Soft yarn, offering a luxurious sheen and soft drape that highlights the elegant cablework.
Ideal for crocheters ready to take on a slightly more advanced challenge, this hat adds classic flair to any winter wardrobe.
Grab the free pattern on Yarnspirations.
DK Double Crochet Hat Pattern for Beginners by Oombawka Design
Looking for a lightweight, comfy hat you can customize for anyone in the family?
This is just the project you need!
Designed for DK/light-weight yarn, this top-down, classic beanie pattern uses basic double crochet stitches and comes in sizes from preemie to adult large, with two customizable lengths—mid-ear and earlobe.
Ribbed Wonder: An Easy Crochet Hat by Crochet 365 Knit Too
The ribbed wonder is more than just a hat—it’s the ultimate beginner-friendly crochet project that’s stylish, warm, and lightning-fast to make.
Worked flat in half double crochet through the back loop, this chunky ribbed beanie has an irresistible knit-look texture and a cozy fold-over brim for extra warmth.
Utopia Hat by Mimi Christien
Looking for a textured crochet hat with style and substance?
The Utopia Hat delivers modern structure with a bold, tactile feel.
Crocheted top-down in one piece, this beanie combines front post double crochets (fpdc) and regular double crochets to create depth and movement.
The crown features subtle post-stitch shaping before transitioning into the beautifully textured body and ribbed edge.
Crochet Beanie Hat Pattern by Yarnspirations
This pom beanie hat pattern is an easy beginner hat, made with chunky yarn and a 9mm/M13 crochet hook.
This hat has some slouch and is made with bulky yarn for extra warmth.
This is a simple hat for beginner crocheters.
The pattern is no longer available.
Chunky Beanie Crochet Pattern by Knitted Patterns
This lovely beanie is made with chunky yarn and an 8mm/L 11 hook.
This hat is created by crochet ribbing to give great texture in a chunky yarn weight.
Perfect for cold weather.
The pattern is no longer available.