Free crochet frog hat pattern (beginner friendly)

Hop into a fun new project with this free crochet frog hat pattern! Designed for beginners, this playful frog hat features cozy earflaps, braided ties, and adorable frog details that bring it to life. With sizes for toddler, child, and adult, it’s perfect for gifts, themed outfits, or adding a touch of whimsy to any wardrobe.

Beginner-friendly crochet frog hat with earflaps and braided ties, made in bright green yarn with crocheted eyes and cheeks, ideal for kids and adults.

Why you’ll love this crochet frog hat pattern

Beginner-friendly: Uses basic crochet stitches with simple repeats worked in the round.
Free pattern: The full crochet frog hat pattern is available right here on the blog.
Three sizes included: Instructions are written for toddler, child, and adult sizes.
Fun frog details: Features earflaps, braids, frog eyes, cheeks, and a stitched smile.
Great for gifts: A playful handmade option for birthdays, holidays, and animal lovers.
Craft fair favorite: Eye-catching design that stands out among handmade hats.
Customizable: Easily adjust colors or braid length to make each frog hat unique.
More cute animal hats: This frog hat pairs well with my other free crochet animal hat patterns.

Crochet frog hat pattern details

This section includes all the key details for this crochet frog hat pattern, including skill level, materials, sizing, gauge, and notes to help you get the best results before you start crocheting.

Skill level

Beginner — This crochet frog hat pattern uses basic stitches worked in simple repeats in the round.

Materials needed

Crochet hook size I-9 (5.5 mm) – for the hat.
Crochet hook size H-8 (5 mm) – for the eyes and cheeks.
Worsted weight yarn (#4) – in black, green, white, and pink.
Yarn needle – for weaving in ends neatly.
Scissors – to cut your yarn.
Stitch markers (optional) – helpful for keeping track of rounds and stitch counts.

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Size chart

Hat size	Crown	Circumference	Height
Toddler	6 inches	18-19 inches	6.75 inches
Child	6.5 inches	19-20 inches	7 inches
Adult	7 inches	20-23 inches	7.75 inches

Crochet frog hat size chart

Gauge

Gauge: 15 stitches and 9 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)

✅ Too many stitches in 4 inches? Try a larger hook.
✅ Too few stitches in 4 inches? Try a smaller hook.

Crochet abbreviations

dc = double crochet
sc = single crochet
sc2tog = single crochet decrease
ch/chs = chain/chains
st/sts = stitch/stitches
sl st = slip stitch
rnd/rnds = round/rounds

Pattern notes

Rounds 1-8 are the same for all sizes
Use an I-9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook for the hat
Use an H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook for the eyes and cheeks
The starting chain does not count as a stitch
Join each round with a slip stitch to the first stitch
The hat is crocheted from the top down in the round
Repeat instructions between the asterisks (*) for the rest of the round
The pattern is written in US terms

Green crochet frog hat with earflaps and braided ties, featuring crocheted frog eyes, pink cheeks, and a stitched smile, made using a free beginner-friendly crochet frog hat pattern.

Free crochet frog hat pattern instructions

Rounds 1-8 are the same for all sizes.

Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join with sl st to the top of the first dc (11 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next st*, join (33 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (44 stitches)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 10 sts*, join (48 stitches)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 11 sts*, join (52 stitches)
Rnd 7: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 12 sts*, join (56 stitches)
Rnd 8: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 13 sts*, join (60 stitches)

Toddler size hat continued

Rnd 9-18: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (60 stitches)

Child size hat continued

Rnd 9: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 14 sts*, join (64 stitches)
Rnds 10-19: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (64 stitches)

Adult size hat continued

Rnd 9: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 14 sts*, join (64 stitches)
Rnd 10: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 15 sts*, join (68 stitches)
Rnds 11-21: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (68 stitches)

How to add earflaps to the crochet frog hat

Start the first earflap where you ended the last round of the hat. Use the stitch counts below to leave space between the earflaps:

Toddler: Leave 18 stitches in the front and 14 stitches in the back.
Child: Leave 20 stitches in the front and 16 stitches in the back.
Adult: Leave 22 stitches in the front and 18 stitches in the back.

Row 1: Ch 1, sc in 12 sts, turn (12 stitches)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 8 sts, sc2tog, turn (10 stitches)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (10 stitches)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 6 sts, sc2tog, turn (8 stitches)
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (8 stitches)
Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 4 sts, sc2tog, turn (6 stitches)
Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (6 stitches)
Row 8: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 2 sts, sc2tog, turn (4 stitches)
Row 9: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (4 stitches)
Row 10: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc2tog, turn (2 stitches)
Row 11: Ch 1, sc2tog (1 stitch)

Repeat for the second earflap, then single crochet around the entire hat and both earflaps.

Adding the braids

Cut twelve 30” strands of yarn for each braid.

Fold the strands in half and pass the folded loop through the bottom of the ear flap.
Pass the strand ends through the loop and pull tight to form a knot.
Divide into three sections and braid.

Pattern for the frog eyes

Use an H-8 5 mm crochet hook.

Outer Eye:
Use green yarn.
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 10 hdc, join (10 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, hdc inc in each st, join (20 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *hdc inc in same st, hdc in next st*, join and fasten off leaving a long tail (30 stitches)

Inner Eye:
Start with black yarn.
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 10 hdc, join (10 stitches)
Switch to white yarn.
Rnd 2: Ch 2, hdc inc in each st, join and fasten off leaving a long tail. (20 stitches)

Use a yarn needle and green yarn to sew the inner and outer eyes together.

Sew the inner and outer eyes together through the second round of stitches. Sew through the back loops only on the inner eye. Sew the eyes onto the hat.

Pattern for the frog cheeks

Use an H-8 5 mm crochet hook and pink yarn.

With pink yarn, make a magic circle, ch 2, 10 dc, join and fasten off. (10 stitches)

Sew the cheeks onto the hat.

Smile instructions

Use a yarn needle and black yarn to sew a smile onto the hat between the cheeks.

Finishing the hat

Weave in all of your ends.

FAQ – crochet frog hat pattern

Is this crochet frog hat pattern beginner friendly?
Yes! This is a beginner-friendly crochet pattern that uses basic stitches worked in simple repeats. Clear instructions make it easy to follow, even if you’re new to crocheting hats.

What sizes does this crochet frog hat pattern include?
The pattern includes three sizes: toddler, child, and adult. Use the size chart to choose the best fit based on head circumference.

What yarn works best for a crochet frog hat?
Worsted weight (#4) yarn works best for this pattern. Choose a soft yarn for comfort, especially if the hat will be worn by kids.

Does this frog hat have earflaps and braids?
Yes! This crochet frog hat includes earflaps and braided ties, which add warmth and give the hat its playful look.

Are the frog eyes and cheeks crocheted separately?
Yes. The frog eyes and cheeks are crocheted separately and then sewn onto the hat, allowing you to easily position them for the best expression.

Can I sell finished hats made from this pattern?
Yes, you may sell finished hats made from this crochet frog hat pattern on a small scale. Please do not sell or redistribute the pattern itself.

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