Dorothy Costume Crochet Yarn Wig Pattern with Braids
I’m super excited to share my Dorothy Costume Crochet Yarn Wig Pattern with you. Remember Dorothy, the main character from the Wizard of Oz movie? Now you can crochet her iconic look!
This pattern is designed for all sizes, from baby to adult, and it’s super easy for beginners. Follow along and let’s bring a little bit of Oz magic into your crochet projects! The free crochet pattern is below.
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Free Crochet Yarn Wig Pattern
My Dorothy wig pattern has lots of fun uses! It’s perfect for Halloween, completing a Dorothy costume from “The Wizard of Oz.” You can also wear it to costume parties to stand out with a handmade touch.
It’s great for kids’ school plays or theater productions where they need to dress up as Dorothy. Use the wig for themed photo shoots to capture magical moments. Kids will love playing dress-up with it, making their pretend play even more fun.
Wear it to themed events, like screenings or book readings, to add to the festive atmosphere. You can display and sell your crochet wigs at craft fairs or markets too. They are perfect for cosplay events and conventions, bringing Dorothy to life.
Crochet Project Materials Needed
- Crochet hook size: I-9 5.5 mm or size needed for gauge
- Yarn: Worsted weight yarn #4 in brown and blue.
- 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.
Crochet Yarn Wig Pattern Information
Skill Level
Beginner. This easy crochet beanie pattern uses only basic crochet stitches. It is a great crochet for beginners project.
Finished Sizes
| Hat Size | Crown | Head Circumference | Hat Height |
| 0-3 Months | 4.5 inches | 13-14 inches | 5 inches |
| 3-6 Months | 5 inches | 14-15 inches | 5.5 inches |
| 6-12 Months | 5.5 inches | 16-17 inches | 6.25 inches |
| 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 |
Gauge
15 stitches = 4″ and 10 rounds = 4″
Crochet Terms
- dc = double crochet stitches
- sc = single crochet stitches
- ch/chs = chain/chains
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
- rnd/rnds = round/rounds
Crochet Pattern Notes
- The chain at the beginning of each round does not count as your first stitch.
- Join each round with a slip stitch to the first stitch made in that round.
- Repeat instructions between the asterisks (*) for the rest of the round.
- You are crocheting in the round from the top of the hat down.
- 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 Yarn Wig Pattern Instructions
0-3 Month Baby Crochet Yarn Wig Pattern
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 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, dc in each st, join (48 stitches)
Rnds 7– 13: Repeat round 6 (48 stitches)
Rnd 14: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and then fasten off (48 stitches)
3-6 Month Baby Crochet Yarn Wig Pattern
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 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, dc in each st, join (52 stitches)
Rnds 8– 15: Repeat round 7 (52 stitches)
Rnd 16: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and then fasten off (52 stitches)
6-12 Month Baby Crochet Yarn Wig Pattern
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 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, dc in each st, join (56 stitches)
Rnds 9– 16: Repeat round 8 (56 stitches)
Rnd 17: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and then fasten off (56 stitches)
Toddler Size Crochet Yarn Wig Pattern
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 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)
Rnd 9: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (60 stitches)
Rnds 10– 18: Repeat round 9 (60 stitches)
Rnd 19: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and then fasten off (60 stitches)
Child Size Crochet Yarn Wig Pattern
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, (11 stitches)
Rnd 9: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 14 sts*, join (64 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)
Rnd 10: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (64 stitches)
Rnds 11– 19: Repeat round 10 (64 stitches)
Rnd 20: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and then fasten off (64 stitches)
Adult Size Crochet Yarn Wig Pattern
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 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)
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)
Rnd 11: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (68 stitches)
Rnds 12– 21: Repeat round 11 (68 stitches)
Rnd 22: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and then fasten off (68 stitches)
Dorothy Braids Instructions
Cut 36-inch long strips of yarn. Pull each strip halfway through the indicated stitches. Then, braid the strips of yarn together and trim.
0-3 Month Baby
Cut 20 strips. Attach them to 10 stitches on each side of the hat. Leave 16 stitches in the front and 12 in the back.
3-6 Month Baby
Cut 24 strips. Attach them to 12 stitches on each side of the hat. Leave 16 stitches in the front and 12 in the back.
6-12 Month Baby
Cut 24 strips. Attach them to 12 stitches on each side of the hat. Leave 18 stitches in the front and 14 in the back.
Toddler Size
Cut 28 strips. Attach them to 14 stitches on each side of the hat. Leave 18 stitches in the front and 14 in the back.
Child Size
Cut 28 strips. Attach them to 14 stitches on each side of the hat. Leave 20 stitches in the front and 16 in the back.
Adult Size
Cut 28 strips. Attach them to 14 stitches on each side of the hat. Leave 22 stitches in the front and 18 in the back.
Bows for the Braids
Make 2 using blue yarn.
Ch 60 and fasten off. Then, tie each bow to the bottom of the braid.
Finishing the Crochet Yarn Wig Pattern
Weave in the ends.
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