12
Free Crochet
Sun Hat Patterns
–For Babies and Children–
Get creative and keep your kids safe from the sun with these free crochet sun hat patterns for babies and children.
Summertime is all about fun in the sun, but it’s important to protect your little ones from harmful rays. A sun hat is the perfect accessory to keep your child cool and protected. And the best part? You can crochet one yourself!
Primrose Stitch Sun Hat from Mermaids & Monkeys
This sweet crochet hat pattern has a practical brim width of 4″.
SIZE: to fit a head circumference of 19-23″ (48-58 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 175 yards (160 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a yarn needle, jewellery wire, and wire cutters.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Primrose Stitch.
Emma Crochet Hat from Schachenmayr
This is a free crochet children’s hat to suit a child’s head circumference of 19½-20½” (50-52 cm).
SIZE: to fit a head circumference of 19½-20½” (50-52 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight yarn, e.g., Denim Tweed from Schachenmayr.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one 50 g skein/210 m/230 yds.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a tapestry needle.
The Cleo Fedora Mini from Make & Do Crew
The Cleo Fedora Mini is a free stiff-brim crochet sun hat pattern. The pattern includes a photo tutorial and a step-by-step video tutorial. This hat is packable and will hold its shape.
SIZE: five sizes to fit a head circumference from 14″ to 22″ (35-56 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Rewind from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one to two skeins, about 140-165 g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a tapestry needle, stitch markers, a grommet kit, and 40″ of leather lace. If you’d like to stiffen the brim, you will also need 6′ galvanized wire ripe and wire cutters.
Crochet Sun Hat from Humble Hus
This adorable bonnet-style crochet sun hat will fit a six to 12 months old baby and is crocheted in raffia yarn.
SIZE: 6-12 months.
YARN REQUIRED: raffia yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) and 3.75 mm (F-5) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: a tape measure, stitch markers, and scissors.
Dahlia Crochet Sun Hat Pattern from Ned & Mimi
The Dahlia Hat is a free crochet sun hat pattern with a floral motif. The pattern is for six sizes, from baby to large adult.
SIZE: to fit head circumference from 14″-24″ (35.5-61 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: depending on size, you will need 120-250 yards (110-229 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tape measure, scissors, a stitch marker, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Reverse Single Crochet, Two Double Crochet Cluster Stitch, and Three Double Crochet Cluster Stitch.
Crochet Raffia Sun Hat from Humble Hus
This is another adorable sun hat from the talented Humble Hus. Follow along with the detailed video tutorial to learn how to make this crochet sun hat for 0-24-month-olds.
SIZE: 0-24 months.
YARN REQUIRED: #4 weight Raffia yarn in two different colours.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.75 mm (F-5) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a yarn needle, stitch markers, and scissors.
Simple Summer Sun Hat from Christa Co Design
This simple crochet sun hat pattern is written for eight sizes to suit newborns up to large adults.
SIZE: 0-3 mos, 3-6 mos, 6-12 mos, 12-24 mos, Toddler, Child, Teen/Small Adult, Med/Large Adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton, e.g., I Love This Coton!, from Hobby Lobby.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: depending on size, you will need 60-153 yds (55-139 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 30″/76 cm of ¼” ribbon, a yarn needle, a tape measure, and scissors.
Kids Sun Hat Pattern from Lion Brand
A free crochet sun hat pattern for kids in one size; rated easy to make.
SIZE: to suit a head circumference of 23½” (50.5 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one 100 g ball in the main colour and one in a contrasting colour.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: stitch markers, a yarn needle, and a tape measure.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Single Crochet in Back Loops Only.
Derby Summer Baby Hat from Knitting with Chopsticks
This free crochet sun hat pattern is in three sizes and features a cute contrasting band.
SIZE: baby, toddler and child; to fit a head circumference from 13¾-20″ (25-51 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #2 / Fine / Sport weight cotton, e.g., Rainbow Cotton 8/6 from Hobbii.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: two 50 g skeins of the main colour and one of the contrasting colour.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) and 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: scissors, a tapestry needle, and a stitch marker.
Lilac Sunhat from Snowdrop Creates
This cute crochet sun hat with its frilly brim is a free pattern in two sizes toddler/small kids and big child/adult.
SIZE: the Toddler/Small Kids size fits an 18-20″ head circumference (46-51 cm)and the Child/Adult fits 21-22″ (53-56 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #2 / Fine / Sport weight cotton, e.g., Catania from Schachenmayr.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: two 50 g skeins.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.25 mm (D-3) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a darning needle.
Stop & Rewind Sunhat from A Crocheted Simplicity
The Stop & Rewind Sunhat is a free crochet pattern for four sizes including a 12″ circumference hat for a doll!
SIZE: Doll, Baby, Toddler, and Child; for head circumference from 12-20″ (30.5-50.75 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Rewind from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one 100 g skein is enough for all sizes.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4), 4 mm (G-6), or 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook (depending on size made).
NOTIONS: a measuring tape or gauge ruler, scissors, a yarn needle, and a stitch marker.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Linen Stitch, Two Double Crochet Cluster Stitch, and Front Post Single Crochet.
Crochet Sun Hat with Bow from Sirin’s Crochet
Follow along with this easy tutorial to learn how to make this cute crochet sun hat.
SIZE: instructions are given for customising the size.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight raffia or cotton yarn, e.g., Alize Cotton Gold Plus.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tape measure, stitch markers, scissors, and a yarn needle.
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