Welcome to a whimsical crochet adventure where we’ll bring the beloved Hello Kitty to life as a cozy hat! This delightful project combines the charm of crochet with the iconic cuteness of Hello Kitty, making it perfect for fans of all ages. Whether you’re crafting it for yourself or as a gift for someone special, this hat is sure to add a touch of fun and warmth to any outfit. Join us as we delve into the crochet world and create this adorable Hello Kitty hat brimming with personality and style. Let’s start making a hat that’s as cute as cozy!
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To start, you’ll need some worsted-weight yarn, a crochet hook (size J), a tapestry needle, and a stitch marker. The pattern involves creating the foundation chain and working in the round, using techniques like the back loop, slip stitch, and half double crochet. We’ll discuss the ideal head size for your hat, the crochet hat size chart, and achieving the perfect fit. You can customize your hat with different colors and even add a faux fur pom pom for that extra touch of style.
If you love Hello Kitty or know someone who does, this hat is perfect! This cute crochet hat can be done in any size. Learn how to crochet a Hello Kitty Hat in this quick and easy tutorial for beginners! This hat is a fun and stylish way to add a little personality to any outfit, and it’s perfect for colder weather!
If you’re a beginner crocheter looking for a quick and easy project, this hat is perfect! This tutorial is easy to follow; you can make your hat in just a few minutes. Don’t miss out on this fun and easy tutorial!
My daughter loves Hello Kitty and wanted me to make her this cute pattern! She wears this hat all the time and gets a lot of compliments. So here is a fun way to make a Hello Kitty hat for your little ones or even you!
It measures 19–20 inches, so I made it for my 4‑year-old.
Length: 7 inches, not including the ear flaps; use a smaller hook for a smaller size or a larger hook for a larger hat.
Supplies:
H hook
G hook
100% White, Pink, Yellow, and Black yarn, (worsted white yarn like red heart works just as well, I noticed the cotton yarn is too loose. Or use worsted yarn is fine too.
rnd 1: Work 11 dc in a Magic Circle, sl st on top of the chain 3. ‑11 dc
rnd 2. ch 3, (Counts as first Dc), dc in same st. as joining, 2dc in each dc around. join with sl st on top of chain 3. ‑22 dc
rnd 3. ch 3, (Counts as first Dc), *2dc in next dc, dc in the next dc, Repeat from *around, join with sl st. ‑33 dc
rnd 4. ch 3, (Counts as first Dc), dc in the next dc, 2dc in the next dc, *dc in the next two dc, 2dc in the next dc, Repeat from *around, join with sl st. ‑44 dc
rnd 5. ch 3, (Counts as first Dc), dc in the 2 next two dc, 2dc in the next dc, *dc in the next 3 dc, 2dc in the next dc. Repeat from * around, join with sl st. ‑55 dc
rnds 6‑desired length (lengths are listed above), Ch 3, (Counts as first Dc), dc in each dc around, sl st to join. ‑55 dc, Repeat this until your hat reaches 7 inches or for your desired hat size and length. Fasten off and Weave in the ends.
Ear flaps:
Make 2, H hook, white yarn,1st ear flap; you can slip stitch onto the side of the hat with your white yarn, and begin the dc stitches (like to have the seam in the back of the hat. So I did the ear flap on the side of the hat)2nd flap, fold hat in half and sl st in dc directly across from the last dc from the other ear flap. Follow the directions below for both ear flaps.
Row 1. ch 2. dc in the next 11 dc stitches, turn. ‑11 sts
Row 2. ch 2. dc2tog. dc in the next 6 stitches. dc2tog. dc in the last st. turn. ‑9
Row 3. ch 2. dc2tog, dc in the next 4 stitches. dc2tog. dc in the last st., turn. ‑7
Row 4. ch 2. dc2tog, dc in the next 2 stitches. dc2tog. dc in the last st. turn. ‑5
Row 5. ch 2. dc2tog twice, dc in last st. cut yarn and pull through ‑3
The braid from the center of the ear flap at the bottom, attach two colors of yarn, pink and white yarn, with a sl st in the center of the bottom of the ear flap and chain 30, and sl st it off and cut yarn.
Sc around the edge of the hat with pink yarn.
Eyes:
Make 2 eyes
Black yarn
G hook
Rnd 1. ch 2, do 12 sc in the 2nd chain from the hook, join with sl st. attach in the center of the hat, about 2 inches apart.
Ears
Make 2, white yarn, G hook
Rnd 1. Ch 2. sc in the 2nd chain from the hook 6 times, sl st. (6sc)
Rnd 2. Ch 1, sc in each stitch around. (6sc) work in continual rounds, use a marker to keep track
Rnd 3. 2sc in each sc around. (12sc)
Rnd 4. sc in each stitch around. (12sc)
Rnd 5. *2sc in next st, 1 sc*Repeat around.(18sc)
Rnd 6. sc in each stitch around (18sc)
Rnd 7. *2sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts*Repeat around. (24sc)
Rnd 8. sc in each stitch around (24sc) sl st. fasten off When you are finished it will look like a triangle, you can close the wide bottom part of the triangle by sew it closed if you like to, Then sew the ears on top of the hat about 2 inches apart.
Whiskers:
Black yarn
Use three black pieces of yarn on each side of the face of the kitty. each whisker measures 1 1/2 inches. sew them on individually and tie them on the inside of the hat; place whiskers next to the eyes, about 1/2 inch away on both sides
Note:
G hook
Yellow yarn
Rnd 1. ch 2, do 10sc in the 2nd chain from the hook, join with sl st., and attach below the eyes in the center.
Bow:
Pink yarn
G hook
row 1. ch 12, sc in the 2nd chain from the hook and each stitch to the end, ch 1, turn
row 2–4. *sc in each ch across working in the back loops only, ch 1, turn, *repeat, sc in all stitches around the border of the bow.
take yarn and wrap it around the center of the bow 8–10 times or so to make the center of the bow, secure and attach to the ear.
Print the entry at the top of the page to print the pattern!
In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through the entire hat-making process, including repeating rows, working the top of the hat, and completing the last row. For those new to crochet, we’ll explain basic stitches and using a yarn needle to weave in your yarn tail. This project is fun and a great way to create unique and cozy gifts for your loved ones during the cold weather season.
Crocheting a kitty hat pattern can be rewarding and easy, even for new crocheters. With the provided free crochet pattern and video tutorial, you’ll be on your way to crafting adorable and warm hats in no time. Experiment with different yarn weights, from super bulky to aran weight, and make stylish slouchy beanies or messy bun hats. If you enjoy this tutorial, join our social media community or Facebook group for more inspiration and ideas. Don’t forget to check out our privacy policy and consider supporting us through affiliate links, as it helps us continue to provide great crochet projects like this one. Happy crocheting!
