Crochet This Chunky Hat in No Time!
One of the best parts about crochet is how quick it can be to work up chunky, warm winter accessories. You don’t need a ton of time to set aside, and if you make a mistake it’s no biggie to take a couple of steps bak and try again. That’s why I’m so excited to share this ultra-cozy chunky crochet hat pattern with you today!
Not only is this chunky crochet hat a quick and fun project to whip up, but it’s also stylish enough to keep you warm and looking great during the chilly winter months. And the best part? This hat makes the perfect handmade gift for the holiday season—because who wouldn’t love a cozy, one-of-a-kind present made with love?
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How this Crochet Hat is Constructed
I designed this chunky hat to be crocheted in the round to make it extra simple and eliminate the need for seaming. Here’s a quick overview of how it comes together (the full pattern can be found by scrolling down further of course!):
- Start with the brim: The hat begins by creating a ribbed brim. You’ll work rows of single crochet in the back loop to form a long, stretchy ribbed fabric. Once complete, the ends of the brim are slip-stitched together to form a band.
- Work the body in the round: The body of the hat is crocheted directly onto the brim, working in the round. Chunky crochet cables are added using front post triple crochets, crossed to create the beautiful texture.
- Shape the crown: The crown is gradually shaped by decreasing stitches along the top rounds, giving the hat a snug, comfortable fit.
- Add a finishing touch: Once the hat is complete, you have the option to top it off with a fun pom-pom for an extra cozy look.
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Chunk Crochet Hat – Free Pattern
Materials:
Here is what you will need to make your chunky crochet hat:
- Size I-9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook.
- 1.5 skeins of Paintbox Yarns Simply Chunky 100% Acrylic Yarn (colors in photos are Misty Grey and Racing Green).
- Scissors.
- Yarn/tapestry Needle.
- Pompom (optional).
Pattern PDF File
The free pattern for this chunky cable crochet hat is available right here on this page, as this site is sustained through ad support.
If you’d like your own copy, the Ad-Free PDF file (which will be emailed to you automatically) can be purchased through Ravelry, or by clicking the “Purchase PDF File” button to the right.
The PDF file also includes two additional sizes so that you can make this hat for smaller and larger head circumferences.
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Size:
One Size: Adult (head circumference 19-22 inches).
Gauge:
13 stitches X 12 Rows = 4” in half double crochet.
Abbreviations and Special Stitches:
CH: Chain
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
STS: Stitches
BLO: Back Loop Only
Front Post Treble Crochet (FPtr): Yarn over 2 times, insert hook from front to back to front around the post of the corresponding stitch below, yarn over and pull up loop [yarn over, draw through two loops on hook] 3 times.
Free Chunky Hat Crochet Pattern:
Hat Brim:
The brim is worked flat and then the ends are joined together.
Row 1: CH10, SC in second ch from hook and in each remaining ch, turn (9 sts).
Rows 2-54: CH1, SC in blo of each sc, turn (9 sts).
Brim will measure approximately 18 inches unstretched.
Do not fasten off. Fold brim in half, lining up stitches of foundation chain row and last row to form a loop. CH1 and seam ends together by slip stitching through stitches of the foundation chain row and last row (blo). Continue to Body of Hat.
Body of Hat:
The body of the hat is worked in the round along the brim that was just completed.
Round 1: CH 2 (does not count as a stitch); working around the brim, HDC 60 stitches evenly spaced and join to first HDC with a slip stitch (60 sts).
Round 2: CH 2 and work one HDC in each stitch (including first one) all the way around. Join to first HDC with slip stitch (60 sts).
Round 3: CH2; *HDC in next 4 hdc, skip next 3 hdc, work FPtr around hdc one row below next 3 hdc; working in front of FPtr just made, work FPtr around hdc one row below the 3 skipped hdc; repeat from * until the end of the round. Join to first HDC with slip stitch (60 sts).
Round 4: CH2 and work one HDC in each stitch all the way around. Join to first HDC with slip stitch (60 sts).
Round 5: CH2; *HDC in next 4 hdc, work FPtr around next 6 FPtr; repeat from * until the end of the round. Join to first HDC wiwth slip stitch (60 sts).
Round 6: CH2 and work one HDC in each stitch all the way around. Join to first HDC with slip stitch (60 sts).
Round 7: CH2; *HDC in next 4 hdc, work FPtr around next 6 FPtr; repeat from * until the end of the round. Join to first HDC wiwth slip stitch (60 sts).
Round 8: CH2 and work one HDC in each stitch all the way around. Join to first HDC with slip stitch (60 sts).
Round 9: CH2; *HDC in next 4 hdc, skip next 3 FPtr, work FPtr around next 3 FPtr; working in front of FPtr just made, work FPtr around each skipped FPtr; repeat from * until the end of the round. Join to first HDC with slip stitch (60 sts).
Repeat rounds 4-9 once more and continue to Shaping the Crown and Finishing.
Shaping the Crown and Finishing your Hat:
Round 1: CH2; *HDC in next hdc, HDC2Tog, HDC in next 7 stitches; repeat from * until the end of the round. Join to first HDC with slip stitch (54 sts).
Round 2: CH2; *HDC in next 3 hdc, work FPtr around next 6 FPtr; repeat from * until the end of the round. Join to first HDC wiwth slip stitch (54 sts).
Round 3: CH2; *HDC in next hdc, HDC2Tog, HDC in next 6 stitches; repeat from * until the end of the round. Join to first HDC with slip stitch (48 sts).
Round 4: CH2; *HDC in next 2 hdc, work FPtr around next 6 FPtr; repeat from * until the end of the round. Join to first HDC wiwth slip stitch (48 sts).
Round 5: CH2; *HDC2Tog, HDC in next 6 stitches; repeat from * until the end of the round. Join to first HDC with slip stitch (42 sts).
Round 6: CH2; *HDC in next hdc, skip next 3 FPtr, work FPtr around next 3 FPtr; working in front of FPtr just made, work FPtr around each skipped FPtr; repeat from * until the end of the round. Join to first HDC with slip stitch (42 sts).
Round 7: CH2; * HDC in next 3 stitches, HDC2Tog, HDC in next 2 stitches; repeat from * until the end of the round. Join to first HDC with slip stitch (36 sts).
Cut yarn, leaving a 10” tail.
Thread yarn onto tapestry needle, and weave through front loop of all stitches. Pull tight (like a drawstring) – this will clost the top of the hat. Making sure that top of hat is completely closed, secure tail on the inside of the hat.
Attach a pompom to the top of the hat (optional) and weave in all loose ends.
Pattern PDF File
I hope you enjoyed this chunky hat crochet pattern.
If you’d like your own copy, the Ad-Free PDF file (which will be emailed to you automatically) can be purchased through Ravelry, or by clicking the “Purchase PDF File” button to the right.
Thank you so much for your support! It means the world to me, and I’m beyond grateful to be able to share my passion with you all.
