Stylish Puff Stitch Crochet Hat Pattern for Beginners
I’m super excited to share my Puff Stitch Crochet Hat Pattern with you! This stylish hat is designed to fit most teens and adults, and it features rounds of trendy puff stitches, a cozy ribbed brim, and a fun pom pom on top.
It’s perfect for keeping warm while looking cool. Imagine wearing this chic hat on chilly days or giving it as a thoughtful handmade gift. Grab your yarn and hook, and let’s make this fashionable hat together! The free crochet pattern is below.
Post contains affiliate links. See our Privacy Policy for more information.
Free Puff Stitch Crochet Hat Pattern
Crochet Project Materials Needed
- Crochet hook size: J-10 6 mm or hook needed to obtain gauge
- Yarn:
Hat: Bulky weight yarn. I used Premier Puzzle Yarn in Acrostic.
Pom Pom: Fur yarn. I used Red Heart Fur Yarn in Polar. - Yarn needle: Use this to weave in your ends.
- Scissors: Use scissors to fasten off your yarn.
- Stitch marker(s): These help keep track of your stitches.
- Extra large pom pom maker: For making a pom pom for your hat.
Puff Stitch Crochet Hat Pattern Information
Skill Level
Advanced beginner. Projects may include involved stitch patterns, color work, and/or shaping.
Finished Size
One size fits most teens and adults with a head circumference of 20-23 inches.
Gauge
7 puff stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches
Crochet Terms
- sc = single crochet
- blo = back loop
- ps = puff stitch
- dec = decrease
- ch/chs = chain/chains
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- ch sp = chain space
- rnd/rnds = round/rounds
- rem = remaining
Pattern Notes
- The brim is made first.
- Brim is worked in flat rows and joined in the round.
- The hat is worked in the round from the bottom up.
- The hat is worked in continuous rounds without joining.
- The pattern is written in US terms.
Special Stitches
Puff Stitch (ps)
- YO, insert hook in next ch sp & pull up a loop (3 loops on hook)
- YO, insert hook in same ch sp and pull up a loop (5 loops on hook)
- YO, insert hook in same ch sp and pull up a loop (7 loops on hook)
- YO, insert hook in same ch sp and pull up a loop (9 loops on hook)
- YO and pull through all 9 loops (1 loop on hook)
- Chain 1 to close the puff stitch
Puff Stitch Decrease (ps dec)
- YO, insert hook in next ch sp & pull up a loop (3 loops on hook)
- YO, insert hook in same ch sp and pull up a loop (5 loops on hook)
- YO, insert hook in next ch sp and pull up a loop (7 loops on hook)
- YO, insert hook in same ch sp and pull up a loop (9 loops on hook)
- YO and pull through all 9 loops (1 loop on hook)
- Chain 1 to close the puff stitch
Puff Stitch Crochet Hat Pattern Instructions
Brim Instructions
Row 1: Ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each rem ch, turn (6 stitches)
Rows 2-64: Ch 1, sc in each st in the back loops only, turn (6 stitches)
Join in the round. Use a tapestry needle to sew the seam of the brim.
Hat Instructions
Rnd 1: Ch 2, ps in every other row, join (32 stitches)
You will work in continuous rounds. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
Rnds 2- 15: ps in each ch sp (32 stitches)
Rnd 16: ps dec around (16 stitches)
Rnd 17: ps dec around (8 stitches)
Rnd 18: ps dec around (4 stitches)
Use your tapestry needle to sew the top closed.
Add a Pom Pom to your Puff Stitch Crochet Hat Pattern
- Wind the yarn around both arches.
- Cut the yarn along the middle gap.
- Tie with a piece of scrap yarn.
- Open the arches and remove the pom pom.
- Trim any loose ends.
Attach the pom pom to the top of your hat.
Finishing your Puff Stitch Crochet Hat Pattern
Weave in your ends.
Looking for More Free Crochet Patterns?
You may also like my basic beanie, half double crochet beanie, bucket hat, and slouchy beanie patterns.
Let’s Connect!
I’d love to hear from you. You can find me on social media: Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and my YouTube channel. Until then, happy crocheting!
