Crochet Koala Bear Hat Pattern for Beginners
Get ready to go ‘down under’ with my Crochet Koala Bear Hat Pattern, designed to bring the adorable charm of these iconic marsupials to crafters of all ages, from baby joeys to grown-up koala enthusiasts.
Craft your very own koala-themed hat with this pattern, featuring cute koala ears, and stay cozy in style while embracing the spirit of the Australian bush. The free crochet pattern is below.
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Free Crochet Koala Bear Hat Pattern
This pattern is great for beginners. I’ve made sure it’s easy to follow, with clear instructions that guide you every step of the way. It’s a fantastic way to practice your crochet skills while creating something super cute and unique.
Crochet Project Materials Needed
- Crochet Hook Sizes:
I-9 5.5 mm crochet hook (hat)
H-8 5 mm crochet hook (toddler-adult face parts)
G-6 4 mm crochet hook (baby size face parts) - Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in black, white, and gray.
- 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 Koala Bear 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 = 4 inches and 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
Crochet 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 Koala Bear Hat Pattern Instructions
- I-9 5.5 mm crochet hook
- Use gray 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 Koala Bear Hat Pattern
Rnds 6-14: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (48 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in your ends.
Toddler Crochet Koala Bear 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 Koala Bear 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 Koala Bear 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 Koala Bear Hat Pattern
The patterns are the same for all sizes unless stated otherwise.
Nose Pattern
- G-6 4 mm crochet hook: baby size
- H-8 5 mm crochet hook: toddler, child, and adult sizes
- black yarn
Row 1: Ch 6, hdc in 3rd ch from the hook and in each rem ch, turn (4 stitches)
Row 2: Ch 2, 2 hdc, hdc in 2 sts, 2 hdc, turn (6 stitches)
Rows 3-4: Ch 2, hdc in each st, turn (6 stitches)
Row 5: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc in 2 sts, hdc2tog, turn (4 stitches)
Row 6: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc2tog, turn (2 stitches)
Row 7: Ch 2, hdc2tog (1 stitch)
Single crochet around the entire shape and fasten off. Leave a long tail for sewing.
Eyes Pattern
- G-6 4 mm crochet hook: baby size
- H-8 5 mm crochet hook: toddler, child, and adult sizes
- black yarn
- make 2
Rnd 1: Magic ring, 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
- G-6 4 mm crochet hook: baby size
- H-8 5 mm crochet hook: toddler, child, and adult sizes
- gray yarn
- make 2
Baby Size Ears Pattern
Row 1: Ch 14, hdc in 3rd ch from the hook and in each rem ch, turn (12 stitches)
Rows 2-5: Ch 2, hdc in each st, turn (12 stitches)
Row 6: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc2tog, hdc in 4 sts, hdc2tog, hdc2tog, turn (8 stitches)
Row 7: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc in 4 sts, hdc2tog, turn (6 stitches)
Row 8: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc in 2 sts, hdc2tog (4 stitches)
Single crochet around the entire shape and fasten off. Leave a long tail for sewing.
Toddler, Child, and Adult Size Ears Pattern
Row 1: Ch 16, hdc in 3rd ch from the hook and in each rem ch, turn (14 stitches)
Rows 2-6: Ch 2, hdc in each st, turn (14 stitches)
Row 7: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc2tog, hdc in 6 sts, hdc2tog, hdc2tog, turn (10 stitches)
Row 8: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc2tog, hdc in 2 sts, hdc2tog, hdc2tog, turn (6 stitches)
Row 9: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc in 2 sts, hdc2tog (4 stitches)
Single crochet around the entire shape and fasten off. Leave a long tail for sewing.
Sew the ears to the hat. Make sure they are an equal distance from the top of the hat.
Smile Instructions
Use black yarn to sew a smile onto the hat.
Finishing the Crochet Koala Bear Hat Pattern
Weave in all of your ends.
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