Speedy Crochet Santa Hat
You know that moment when you are due to go to a Christmas party and you suddenly need a festive accessory quick sharp? Or your colleagues decide to have a last minute Christmas themed day at work…
This is what the Speedy Santa Hat Pattern was made for!
It’s an easy beginners pattern, worked holding two strands of DK yarn together and, true to it’s name, the adult version works up quickly.
The pattern is written in full in adult size below, with additional instructions to adjust for a childs size.
This hat is not to be used as a toy.
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Pattern Notes
- This Pattern uses US Crochet Terms
- Numbers in brackets at the end of the round indicate the number of stitches in that round and are given at the start and where there is a change
- Instructions between *asterisk* should be repeated the number of times indicated
- The Hat is worked top down in a continual spiral
- To neaten the finish on the red section, after the pattern instructions finish, work 1sc in next st, ss in next st and the fasten off. This will leave a flatter edge to work the brim into
- The pattern is written for an adult size for about 50cm / 20in circumference but adjustments are given where to stop the increase 6-12mths, toddler and child sizes
Skills Used
- Knowledge of basic crochet stitches is assumed
- This pattern is perfect for beginner crocheters using almost entirely half double crochet stitches. It is also very forgiving of mistakes!
- This pattern also uses bobbles in the brim and a pom pom to finish
- The Magic Ring Technique is recommended to start the hat. You can find a Magic Ring Tutorial Here.
Materials
Crochet hook
9mm hook or size needed to obtain gauge.
I used my clover amour hook.
Yarn
For the adult hat I used around 80g / 200m of red yarn and around 30g / 100m of white.
The yarn is held double stranded
Any dk yarn will work for this project. To keep costs down I would recommend something like Stylecraft Special dk, King Cole Cheerished dk or Paintbox Yarns Simply dk.
Substitution Options
Different fibres and yarns will produce a different finished result.
You may find this post useful when choosing yarn.
Other Materials & Notions
Yarn needle, scissors and a tape measure
You may find a stitch marker useful for marking the start of each round
Gauge
9 sts and 8 rows in 10cm of half double crochet (hdc) working in continual rounds using a 9mm hook or size needed to obtain gauge with dk yarn held double.
Finished sizes
The adult hat measures approximately 50cm (20in) in circumference and 45cm (18in) tall.
Child’s size: Circumference 45cm (18in), height 40cm (16in)
Hat should fit with a little negative ease so that they stretch to stay on, but should never be uncomfortably tight. Age categories for sizing are a guide only. You can adjust the size by adjusting the number of increase rounds you work.
Learn more about hat sizing here.
Stitches and Abbreviations (US Terms)
- bo = Bobble Stitch (see special stitches)
- ch = Chain
- hdc = Half Double Crochet (UK Half Treble)
- RS = Right Side
- st(s) = Stitch(es)
- sl st = Slip Stitch
- sc = Single Crochet (UK double crochet)
- yo = yarn over
- WS = Wrong Side
Special Stitches
Bobble stitch (bo)
Yo, insert hook, yo, pull up a loop (3 loops on hook), yo, insert hook, yo, pull up a loop (5 loops on hook), yo, insert hook, yo, pull up a loop (7 loops on hook), yo, pull through all 7 loops.
You can find a Bobble Stitch Tutorial on my Stitch Directory
Magic Ring
This is a technique used when working in the round to start your project. You can find a tutorial for the magic ring here.
If you do not wish to use this technique, ch4 and join to first ch with a ss to create a loop. You will then work your stitches into this loop.
Disclaimer
Whilst I endeavour to ensure all patterns are error free, occasional typos or errors may slip through. No liability is accepted for this or subsequent variation in finished projects. However, please do contact me if you think the pattern contains an error or you are unsure about interpreting the instructions.
Information on this website, in this crochet pattern and in associated products is for reference only. Any reliance on information given on this post and associated reference materials is at your own risk. This pattern falls under Dora Does Terms of Service.
Pom pom safety warning:
Pom poms can be a choking hazard for babies, infants and children, especially if the small pieces of yarn come loose. Do not add pom poms to hats or other items intended for use by babies, infants, toddlers or children. Children, toddlers, infants and babies should never be left unattended with pom poms or with this crocheted hat.
The Speedy Santa Hat Crochet Pattern
Adult Size
Holding 2 strands of your red dk yarn together and using a 9mm hook
Round 1 (RS): Magic ring, Ch1 (does not count as st) work 4hdc into the ring. Do not join
Round 2: 2hdc in each of the next 4 sts (8)
Round 3: 1hdc in next 8 sts
Round 4: *1 hdc in next st, 2hdc in next st* 4 times (12)
Round 5: 1hdc in next 12 sts
Round 6: *1hdc in next 2 sts, 2hdc in next st* 4 times (16)
Round 7: 1hdc in next 16 sts
Round 8: *1hdc in next 3 sts, 2hdc in next st* 4 times (20)
Round 9: 1hdc in next 20 sts
Round 10: *1hdc in next 4 sts, 2hdc in next st* 4 times (24)
Round 11: 1hdc in next 24 sts
Round 12: *1hdc in next 5 sts, 2hdc in next st* 4 times (28)
Round 13: 1hdc in next 28 sts
Round 14: *1hdc in next 6 sts, 2hdc in next st* 4 times (32)
Round 15: 1hdc in next 32 sts
Round 16: *1hdc in next 7 sts, 2hdc in next st* 4 times (36)
Round 17: 1hdc in next 36 sts
Round 18: *1hdc in next 8 sts, 2hdc in next st* 4 times (40)
Round 19: 1hdc in next 40 sts
Round 20: *1hdc in next 9 sts, 2hdc in next st* 4 times (44)
Round 21-28: 1hdc in next 44 sts
Adjustment for other sizes
You can adjust the depth of the hat by adding or removing rounds
Child’s size
Stop Increasing at round 18, continue 7 more rounds working 1hdc in each st.
Continue to brim
Brim
Change to white yarn, held double stranded, with RS facing and using a 9mm hook:
Round 1: ch1 (does not count as st), 1 sc in each st round to end, join to top of first st with a ss,turn
Round 2: ch2, 1bo in each st round to end, join to top of first st with a ss, turn
Round 3: Rep round 1
Round 4: Rep round 2
Round 5: Rep round 1
Fasten off, sew in ends
Add a pom pom if desired / suitable.
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