3 Sizes Crochet Dinosaur Hat Pattern for Beginners
Stomp into your next crochet project with my Crochet Dinosaur Hat Pattern! This awesome hat, featuring earflaps and braids, is perfect for dinosaur lovers of all ages. Whether you’re crafting it for a little one who’s fascinated by these prehistoric giants or just want to add some dino-magic to your wardrobe, this hat is sure to be a favorite.
The pattern is easy to follow and fun to make, making it a great choice for crocheters of all skill levels. Let’s crochet this dino-tastic hat and bring a bit of the Jurassic era to life! The free crochet pattern is below.
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Free Crochet Dinosaur Hat Pattern
Dinosaurs have fascinated people for generations with their immense size, mysterious extinction, and the sense of wonder they evoke about our planet’s history. These prehistoric giants capture our imagination, inspiring everything from blockbuster movies to kids’ toys.
Whether it’s their fierce appearance or the thrill of learning about them, dinosaurs are universally loved by people of all ages. This Crochet Dinosaur Hat Pattern captures the excitement and adventure of these ancient creatures, making it a fun project for anyone who loves dinosaurs.
Crochet Project Materials Needed
- Crochet Hook Sizes:
I-9 5.5 mm for the hat
G-6 4 mm for the spikes - Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in blue & green.
- Yarn needle: Use this to weave in your ends.
- Scissors: Use scissors to fasten off your yarn.
- Stitch marker(s): Optional. Use these to help keep track of your stitches.
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Crochet Dinosaur Hat Pattern Information
Looking for a handmade gift that’s both cool and cozy? The Crochet Dinosaur Hat is the perfect choice! Its fun design, complete with earflaps and braids, makes it a standout piece that’s sure to be loved by anyone who receives it.
Whether you’re making it for a birthday, a holiday, or just because, this dinosaur hat is a thoughtful and exciting gift that shows you care. It’s also a great option for selling at craft fairs, where its dino-themed design is sure to attract customers looking for something special and handmade.
Skill Level
Advanced beginner. This crochet hat pattern uses basic stitches, repetitive stitches, minimal color changes, and simple shaping & finishing.
Finished Sizes
Toddler, child, & adult
| Circumference | Height | |
| Toddler | 18-19 inches | 7 inches |
| Child | 19-20 inches | 7.5 inches |
| Adult | 20-23 inches | 8 inches |
Gauge
14 stitches & 9 rows = 4 inches
Crochet Terms
- dc = double crochet stitches
- hdc = half double crochet stitches
- sc = single crochet stitches
- sc2tog = single crochet decrease
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- ch/chs = chain/chains
- sl st = slip stitch
- rnd/rnds = round/rounds
- rem = remaining
Crochet Pattern Notes
- This crochet beanie pattern starts with a magic circle.
- The beginning of each round starts with a chain which does not count as your first stitch.
- Join in the round with a slip stitch to the first stitch made in that round.
- Repeat instructions between asterisks (*) for the remainder of the round.
- You are crocheting in the round and working from the top of the hat down.
- You can make any size hat longer or shorter by repeating or eliminating the last round.
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 Dinosaur Hat Pattern Instructions
Toddler Size Crochet Dinosaur Hat Pattern
Rnd 1: Magic ring, ch 2, 11 dc, join with sl st (11 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next stitch*, join (33 sts)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (44 sts)
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, dc in each st, join (56 stitches)
Rnds 9– 16: Repeat round 8 (56 stitches)
Scroll down for earflap instructions.
Child Size Crochet Dinosaur Hat Pattern
Rnd 1: Magic ring, ch 2, 11 dc, join with sl st (11 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next stitch*, join (33 sts)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (44 sts)
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)
Rnd 9: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (60 stitches)
Rnds 10– 17: Repeat round 9 (60 stitches)
Scroll down for earflap instructions.
Adult Size Crochet Dinosaur Hat Pattern
Rnd 1: Magic ring, ch 2, 11 dc, join with sl st (11 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next stitch*, join (33 sts)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (44 sts)
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)
Rnd 9: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 14 sts*, join (64 stitches)
Rnd 10: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (64 stitches)
Rnds 11– 19: Repeat round 10 (64 stitches)
Scroll down for earflap instructions.
Earflaps for the Crochet Dinosaur Hat Pattern
Begin the first earflap where you ended the last round of your hat. Then, refer to the image for placement of the second earflap.
Toddler: Leave 18 stitches in the front of the hat & 14 stitches in the back.
Child: Leave 20 stitches in the front of the hat & 16 stitches in the back.
Adult: Leave 22 stitches in the front of the hat & 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 second earflap and then single crochet around the hat and ear-flaps with green yarn.
Adding the Braids
Cut seven 30” strands of each of the blue & green yarns for a total of 14 strands per 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.
Spikes Pattern
- G-6 4 mm crochet hook
- make 4
Rnd 1: Magic ring, ch 2, 6 hdc, join with sl st (6 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 2 sts*, join (8 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 3 sts*, join (10 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 4 sts*, join (12 stitches)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 5 sts*, join (14 stitches)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 6 sts*, join (16 stitches)
Rnd 7: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 7 sts*, join (18 stitches)
Rnd 8: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 8 sts*, join (20 stitches)
Rnd 9: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 9 sts*, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 10: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 10 sts*, join (24 stitches)
Flatten each spike into a triangle shape. You will attach each spike to the hat by sewing the yarn tail through both sides of the spike and around the stitches on the hat.
Finishing the Crochet Dinosaur Hat Pattern
Weave in all of the ends.
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