Crochet an Easy Brim Hat: A Beginner's Step-by-Step Guide

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How to Crochet a Brim Hat!

Crochet hats are a practical accessory for the winter season and a fantastic way to showcase your creativity. This tutorial will guide you through creating a stylish brim hat using basic crochet stitches. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or a beginner, this easy crochet hat pattern is perfect for everyone. It’s a free crochet pattern that can be customized to fit your head size and style preferences. So, grab your favorite yarns and crochet hook because we’re about to embark on a fun and rewarding crochet project!

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To get started with this crochet brim hat, you’ll need the following materials:
- Worsted weight yarn
- Size H crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
- Tapestry needle
- Faux fur pom pom (optional)

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This adorable brim hat can be made in any size. Change the hook size. Create this crochet brim hat with a pretty layered flower and stripes.

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Supplies:

H hook
Blue and Pink Yarn

Abbreviations:
ch=chain
dc=double crochet
hdc=half double crochet
bpsc=back post single crochet
sl st=slip stitch

child 3–10 yrs, head cir., 19″-20 1/2 ““, hat length= 7.5”=H hook

Instructions:
H hook, green yarn

Two ways to start this Hat with a Magic Circle or Do Rnd 1:

Here is a Magic Circle with Double Crochet Video, then Continue on to Rnd 2: or Do Rnd 1: Instead of the Magic Circle:

rnd 1: ch 5- slip stitch to form a ring, ch 3 (counts as a Dc), 11 dc in the ring, join with sl st. on top of ch 3. ‑12 sts.

rnd 2. ch 2, (Counts as first Dc), dc in same st. as joining, 2dc in each st. around. join with sl st on top of chain 2. ‑24 sts.

rnd 3. ch 2, (Counts as first Dc), *2dc in next st., dc in the next stitch, repeat from *around, join with sl st. ‑36 sts.

rnd 4. ch 2, (Counts as first Dc), dc in the next st., 2dc in the next st., *dc in the next two stitches, 2dc in the next stitch, repeat from *around, join with sl st. ‑48 sts.

rnd 5. ch 2,(Counts as first Dc), dc in the 2 next two sts., 2dc in the next stitch; *dc in the next 3 stitches, 2dc in the next stitch. repeat from * around, join (60 sts)

Rnd 6. *ch2, dc in each st around, *Repeat for 4 rounds, then the next round, add a Cream Strip, with a dc in each dc around for that round.

rnds 7- Continue with, *ch2, dc in each st around, join *Repeat to a length about 7 inches long or to your desired length. slip stitch.

Brim: count over about 19 stiches, sl st.

ch 1, skip dc, work 2hdc in 19 stitches across (38 hdc total)

skip 1 stitch, next stitch do a sl st., sl stitch again in the next stitch. turn

work 1 hdc between each hdc (38 hdc total) sl st in the next stitch, turn

work 1 hdc between each hdc(38 hdc total) sl st in the next stitch, cut the yarn and weave in the ends.

Flower:

H hook

Cream and Green yarn

rnd 1. ch 2, do 10 sc in the 2nd chain from the hook with cream yarn, sl st in the beg. st.

rnd 2. sc in the same stitch, *ch 3, skip the next st., sc in the next st., with green yarn, *repeat, until you have 5(3 chains) sl st in the last stitch.

rnd 3. *ch 1, do 6dc in the chain 3 space, ch 1, sl st in the previous sc with green yarn, *repeat until you have 5(6 pedals) sl st.

Next Flower:

H hook

cream yarn

rnd 4. *bpsc around round 2, ch 5, bpsc around the next sc, ch 5, *repeat until you have 5(5 chain spaces) sl st.

rnd 5. *ch 1, do 9 dc in the chain 5 space, ch 1, sl st in the previous sc, *repeat until you have 5(9dc pedals) sl st. Fasten off and Weave in the ends.

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**Finishing Touches:**
8. Fasten off your work and leave a long tail. Thread your yarn needle with the tail and weave it through the last row to close the top of the hat.

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9. To add a faux fur pom pom, use the yarn tail to attach it securely to the top of the hat.

You’ve created a beautiful and cozy crochet brim hat in just a few simple steps. This versatile accessory can be customized with different yarn weights, colors, and brim widths to suit your style and the cold weather. Crocheted beanies like this one also make great gifts for your friends and family. If you’re a new crocheter, don’t worry; this is an easy project to get you started. It’s the perfect crochet hat pattern for experienced crocheters looking for a quick and satisfying project. Happy crocheting, and be sure to share your finished hats on social media or with your crochet community!

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