Crochet an Adorable Owl Hat: Step-by-Step Guide

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Crochet hats are a fun and creative way to stay warm during winter. If you’re a beginner crocheter or an experienced enthusiast, this easy crochet hat pattern will guide you through making a whimsical owl hat. Not only will you keep cozy in cold weather, but you’ll also have a fantastic gift idea to share with your loved ones. This free crochet pattern includes a step-by-step video tutorial to help you get started, and it’s suitable for crocheters of all skill levels. So grab your favorite yarns and crochet hook size and begin this charming project!

To crochet your owl hat, you’ll need the following materials: worsted-weight yarn in your choice of colors, a size H crochet hook, a stitch marker, a tapestry needle, and a yarn needle. You can also add a faux fur pom or a yarn pom pom for a playful touch at the top of the hat.

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Supplies:

2 buttons, Red Heart Green, Pink, and White yarn, or whatever colors or yarn type you prefer.

Abbreviations:

ch=chain
sl st=slip stitch
sc=single crochet
dc=double crochetdc2tog=double crochet 2 together hdc=half double crochet

I made this cute Owl hat for my soon-to-be 3‑year-old. She loves to hoot like an owl!

Instructions:

H hook

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 6–8: ch 3, Dc in each dc around, sl st, Repeat for 3 rounds.

Rnds 9–15: Switch to Pink yarn with a sl st, ch 3, Dc in each dc around, sl st, Repeat to round 15.

EarFlaps

Make 2
H hook, Pink yarn
1st ear flap, you can slip stitch onto the side of the hat with your pink yarn and begin the dc stitches, (like to have the seam in the back of the hat, so I do 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 uses white and pink yarn. I used about 1 1/2 feet of both colors together to and used a K hook to chain about 30 chains.

Eyes:

Make 2, pink and white yarn

H hook

ch 2, start with pink yarn,

rnd 1: work 5 single crochet in the 2nd chain from the hook, sl st. (5sc)

rnd 2: work 2sc in each stitch around, (10sc) sl st.

Change to white, sl st the white yarn to start rnd 3,

rnd 3: *work 1 sc in the next stitch, 2sc in next stitch, *repeat from* around, sl st ‑15sc

rnd 4: *work 1 sc in the next 2 stitches, 2sc in the next stitch, *repeat from *around, work in continual rounds. ‑20sc

rnd 5: *work 1 sc in the next 3 stitches, 2sc in the next stitch, *repeat from *around ‑25sc

rnd 6: *work 1 sc in the next 4 stitches, 2sc in the next stitch, *repeat from *around ‑30sc

rnd 7: *work 1 sc in the next 5 stitches, 2sc in the next stitch, *repeat from *around ‑35sc

place the eyes in the center of the hat, side by side.

Sew a button in the center of both eyes.

Nose:

yellow or orange yarn

h hook
Ch 5
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across (4 sc)
Row 2: sc in each sc across, (4 sc)
Row 3: work 2 Sc2tog, (2 sc)
Row 4: Sc2tog, (1 sc)
place the nose right below the eyes in the center.

Tassels (Ears)
Pink and white yarn,
Cut 2 strands of each color about 8 inches in length. Using a crochet hook, pull through on the side of the hat, right above the center of the eyes on the top. Tie into a knot. Trim the ends.

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**Owl Features**:
Add the owl’s facial features, such as large eyes, a beak, and cute ear tufts in different yarn colors. These details will make your hat truly stand out. You can find patterns for these features in various online owl-themed crochet projects.

**Hat Top and Finishing**:
Use a tapestry needle to weave in loose ends and attach the faux fur or yarn pom pom for that adorable touch.

Crocheting an owl hat can be an easy, enjoyable, and rewarding project, perfect for new crocheters and seasoned pros alike. With various yarn weights and colors available, you can create a unique owl hat to suit your style or make great gifts for friends and family. Check out the video tutorial and join a crochet community on social media to share your finished hat and connect with fellow crafters. Happy crocheting, and stay warm in style during the winter season! Don’t forget to explore different yarn weights and basic stitches to achieve the perfect crochet hat pattern.

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