Easy Crochet Hippo Hat Pattern for Beginners
I’m excited to share my crochet hippo hat pattern with you! This fun and whimsical hat is perfect for anyone who loves hippos and wants to add a playful touch to their wardrobe. It’s designed to be cute and cozy, making it ideal for keeping warm while showcasing your love for these adorable animals. Let’s dive in and create this charming hat together! The free crochet pattern is below.
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Free Crochet Hippo Hat Pattern
The pattern is simple to follow and great for all skill levels, so whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crocheter, you’ll enjoy making this delightful hippo hat.
Crochet Project Materials Needed
- Crochet Hook Sizes:
I-9 5.5 mm crochet hook (hat)
H-8 5 mm crochet hook (face parts) - Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in black, white, purple, and pink.
- Yarn needle: Use this to weave in your ends.
- Scissors: Use scissors to fasten off your yarn.
- Stitch marker(s): Use these to help keep track of your stitches.
- Tape measure: Use a measuring tape to find your head circumference.
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Crochet Hippo Hat Pattern Information
Skill Level
Beginner. This crochet hat pattern uses basic stitches in basic form and in simple repeats in rounds.
Finished Sizes
| Hat Size | Crown | Circumference | Height |
| Baby | 5 inches | 14-15 inches | 6 inches |
| Toddler | 6 inches | 18-19 inches | 7 inches |
| Child | 6.5 inches | 19-20 inches | 7.5 inches |
| Adult | 7 inches | 20-23 inches | 8 inches |
Gauge
15 stitches & 9 rows = 4 inches
Crochet Terms
- dc = double crochet stitches
- hdc = half double crochet stitches
- hdc2tog = half double crochet decrease
- sc = single crochet stitches
- ch/chs = chain/chains
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
Pattern Notes
- Repeat the instructions between the asterisks (*) for the rest of the round.
- Rounds 1-5 of the hat are the same for all sizes.
- The pattern is worked in the round from the top of the hat down.
- You can make any size hat longer by repeating the last round.
- Unless otherwise stated, the face pieces are the same for all sizes.
- The pattern is written in US terms.
Magic Circle Alternative
If you find the magic circle tricky, try this easier method for round 1.
Chain 4, make 11 dc in the 4th ch from the hook, join (11 stitches)
Crochet Hippo Hat Pattern Instructions
- I-9 5.5 mm crochet hook
- Use purple yarn.
- Rounds 1-5 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)
Baby Crochet Hippo Hat Pattern
Rnds 6-14: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (48 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in your ends.
Toddler Crochet Hippo Hat Pattern
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)
Rnds 8-17: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (56 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in your ends.
Child Crochet Hippo Hat Pattern
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)
Rnds 9-18: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (60 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in your ends.
Adult Crochet Hippo Hat Pattern
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)
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)
Fasten off and weave in your ends.
Face Parts for the Crochet Hippo Hat Pattern
The patterns are the same for all sizes unless stated otherwise.
Snout Pattern
- H-8 5 mm crochet hook
- pink yarn
Rnd 1: Ch 8, hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in next 4 chs, 4 hdc in last ch, you will finish the round by working in the backside of the chs, hdc in 5 chs, join (14 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 hdc in first 2 sts, hdc 3, 2 hdc in next 4 sts, hdc 3, 2 hdc in last 2 sts, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, 2 hdc in first 3 sts, hdc 5, 2 hdc in next 6 sts, hdc 5, 2 hdc in last 3 sts, join (34 stitches)
Stop here for the baby size.
Rnd 4: Ch 2, 2 hdc in first 4 sts, hdc 9, 2 hdc in next 8 sts, hdc 9, 2 hdc in last 4 sts, join (50 stitches)
Sew the snout to the hat.
Nostrils Pattern
Rnd 1: Magic ring, ch 2, 9 dc, join with sl st to the top of the first dc (9 stitches)
Sew the nostrils to the snout.
Eyes Pattern
- H-8 5 mm crochet hook
- black yarn
- 2 scraps of white yarn
- make 2
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 9 hdc, join with sl st to the top of the first hdc (9 stitches)
Use scrap pieces of white yarn to add the eye sparkle.
Sew the eyes to the hat.
Ears Pattern
Row 1: Ch 5, hdc in 3rd ch from the hook and in each rem ch, turn (3 stitches)
Row 2: Ch 2, 2 hdc, hdc in 1 st, 2 hdc, turn (5 stitches)
Row 3: Ch 2, 2 hdc, hdc in 3 sts, 2 hdc, turn (7 stitches)
Row 4: Ch 2, 2 hdc, hdc in 5 sts, 2 hdc, turn (9 stitches)
Rows 5 & 6: Ch 2, hdc in each st, turn (9 stitches)
Row 7: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc in 5 sts, hdc2tog, turn (7 stitches)
Row 8: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc in 3 sts, hdc2tog, turn (5 stitches)
Row 9: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc in 1 st, hdc2tog, turn (3 stitches)
Row 10: Ch 2, hdc3tog, turn (1 stitch)
Single crochet around the entire shape and fasten off. Leave a long tail for sewing.
Sew the ears to the hat.
Smile Instructions
Use black yarn to sew a smile to the snout.
Finishing the Crochet Hippo Hat Pattern
Weave in all of your ends.
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