As a beginner crocheter it can often be quite daunting trying to hunt down patterns that you feel you can accomplish without becoming overwhelmed. Not to mention of course that it’s often very difficult to determine the skills or stitches needed for many paid patterns as nothing is included in the description of the pattern.
To make life easier for those new to crocheting I have included my top 5 crochet hat and headband patterns for you to review. Hats and headbands are great for beginners, especially when working in the round as you generally only need to know the very basics of crocheting in order to be successful. These types of crocheted accessories will continue to be a staple in my crocheting repertoire as everyone loves a custom made hat in their favourite colours.
In this short guide I will provide you with links to the patterns (free and paid), the skills or stitches that you need (e.g.Sc, Dc etc), and the equipment to get started.
These hats and headbands are either worked in rounds or worked flat and sewn up/joined at the end.
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Absolute Beginner Friendly Hat
If you are completely new to crocheting then this is a great starter pattern for learning how to crochet a basic hat. This is a paid pattern, however there will be a free video tutorial being made in the near future.
Skills Needed:
This hat is worked in the round and you will need to know these stitches:
- Chain
- Single crochet
- Double crochet
- Slip stitch
Slouch Crochet Beanie Pattern Simple Pattern With Chunky Yarn | Etsy UK
What you need:
Name: KnitPro KP30916 8 mm Waves Aluminium Crochet Hook, Chocolate
Purchase link: https://amzn.to/3HhnpX1
Messy Bun Beanie:
If you’re looking for a familiar make but also something a little different or a step up from the basic hat above then this messy bun hat will be just what you need. The pattern is similar to a standard crochet hat, however you will be leaving a gap at the top of the hat.
Skills Needed:
This hat is worked in the round and you will need to know these stitches:
- Chain
- Single crochet
- Double crochet
- Slip stitch
Crochet Messy Bun Beanie Pattern Digital Instant Download | Etsy UK
What you need:
Name: KnitPro KP30916 8 mm Waves Aluminium Crochet Hook, Chocolate
Purchase link: https://amzn.to/3HhnpX1
Textured Headband
This headband is designed with the spike stitch to create a lovely cosy hat that is perfect for Autumn and Winter. The stitch creates a great texture that retains heat well so you definitely won’t be going cold with this pattern. This is a further step up from the above patterns.
Skills Needed:
You will need to know:
- Chain stitch
- Single crochet
- Half double crochet
- Double crochet
- Double crochet in the stitch below
- Half double crochet
- Slip stitch
Crochet Ear Warmer Pattern/ Crochet Headband/ Wide Headband/ | Etsy UK
What you need:
Name: KnitPro KP30911 5 mm Waves Aluminium Crochet Hook, Yellow
Purchase link: https://amzn.to/35Cp4ss
Baby Pixie Hat
If you have mastered the above patterns and looking for something a little different this pattern is just that. This pattern introduces tassels as an additional feature.
Free Pattern: Crochet Pixie Bonnet – Relaxing With Yarn
Skills Needed:
The basic skills below are needed:
- Chain
- Single crochet
- Double crochet
- Slip stitch
What you need:
Name: KnitPro KP30909 4 mm Waves Aluminium Crochet Hook, Orange
Purchase link: https://amzn.to/3L8iFWn
Basket Weave Headband – Advanced Beginner
This headband pattern is based on the basket weave stitch which is one of my favourite intermediate stitches to work with. The basket weave stitch, when done with a decent yarn and a reasonable tension (I’m very much guilty of having an overly tight tension), has a marvellous stretch and texture which makes it perfect for wearing on your head all day no matter the weather.
Skills Needed:
– Chain stitch
– Single Crochet
– Double Crochet
– Half Double Crochet
– Front Post Double Crochet
– Back Post Double Crochet
Free pattern: Free Pattern: Basket Weave Summer Headband – Relaxing With Yarn
What you need:
Name: KnitPro KP30909 4 mm Waves Aluminium Crochet Hook, Orange
Purchase link: https://amzn.to/3L8iFWn
Let me know what your favourite pattern is in the comments. If you ever need any help with these patterns please feel free to get in touch and I would be happy to help. You can subscribe to the mailing list here 👉 http://eepurl.com/gheYY9 and subscribe to our YouTube channel for upcoming videos walking you through each step on making the patterns here 👉 Bobby Andrews – YouTube