Bobble Stitch Crochet Hat Pattern (Free & Easy)

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Get ready to add some playful texture to your wardrobe with this free Crochet Bobble Stitch hat pattern. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this easy-to-follow pattern will have you creating stunning hats in no time.

Written for both child and adult sizes, everyone can enjoy the cozy and stylish embrace of the bobble stitch. With its charming bobbles that add delightful pops of texture, this hat is perfect for making a statement while keeping warm.

So grab your hooks, dive into the world of crochet, and bounce into style with this fabulous bobble stitch hat pattern!

Skill Level

Advanced beginner. Projects may include involved stitch patterns, color work, and/or shaping.

Materials

Gauge

Gauge is very important for this pattern.

8 dc= 2 inches
4 rnds= 2 inches

Size Chart

Hat Size	Crown	Circumference	Height
Child	6.25 inches	19-20 inches	7.5 inches
Adult	7.25 inches	20-23 inches	8.5 inches

Crochet Hat Size Chart

Pattern Notes

This pattern starts with a magic circle (also known as a magic ring or adjustable ring). If you are a beginner crocheter, check out my magic circle tutorial.
Join with a slip stitch as indicated unless otherwise stated.
Your first st is made in the last st from the previous round.
Work first stitch(es) of each round in same stitch as joining unless otherwise stated.
Use locking stitch markers to mark the first and last stitches of every round.
Hat is worked in the round from the top down.
Ribbing is worked in rows and sewn to the hat.
Use a size H/5 mm crochet hook for the hat.
Use a size G/4 mm crochet hook for the brim.
Rounds with bobble stitches are worked in the opposite direction since the clusters pop out on the wrong side.

Abbreviations

dc= double crochet
bo= bobble stitch
sc= single crochet
ch= chain
chs= chains
st= stitch
sts= stitches
rem= remaining
rep= repeat
rnd= round
rnds= rounds
BL= back loop
BLO= back loop only

Crochet Stitches

Slip Stitch (sl st)

Insert hook into next stitch.
Yarn over and pull the yarn through the stitch and through the loop on your hook.

Double Crochet (dc)

Yarn over & insert hook in next stitch.
Yarn over and pull up a loop. You will have 3 loops on your hook.
Yarn over and pull through 2 loops. You will have 2 loops on your hook.
Yarn over and pull through remaining 2 loops on your hook.

Single Crochet (sc)

Insert hook in next stitch.
Yarn over and pull up a loop. You will have 2 loops on your hook.
Yarn over and pull through both loops.

Bobble Stitch (bo)

Yarn over and insert hook in next stitch
Yarn over and pull up a loop
Yarn over and pull through 2 loops
Repeat steps 2 & 3 four times in the same stitch. You will have 6 loops on your hook.
Yarn over and pull through all 6 loops

Child Size Bobble Stitch Crochet Hat

H/5 mm crochet hook

Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 12 dc, join (12 dc)

Rnd 2: Ch 2, dc inc in each st around, join (24 dc)

Rnd 3: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next st*, join (36 dc)

Rnd 4: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (48 dc)

Rnd 5: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 3 sts*, join (60 dc)

Rnd 6: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 4 sts*, join (72 dc)

The diameter of the crown should measure approximately 6.25 inches.

Rnd 7: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (72)

Note: In the photo above, the red stitch marker is the last dc from rnd 7.

See pattern notes & crochet stitches.

Rnd 8: Ch 2, turn to work in the wrong direction, *bo, sc in the next st*, join (36 bo, 36 sc)

Note: In the photo below, you can see that the work has been turned and the first st for rnd 9 goes into the st with the red stitch marker.

Rnd 9: Ch 2, turn to work in the right direction, dc in each st, join (72 dc)

Note: In the photo(s) below you can see that you are now working in the “right direction” and your first st goes into the st with the green stitch marker.

Rnd 10: rep rnd 9

Rnd 11: rep rnd 8

Rnd 12: rep rnd 9

Rnd 13: rep rnd 9

Rnd 14: rep rnd 8

Rnd 15: rep rnd 9

Rnd 16: rep rnd 9 and fasten off

The height of the hat should measure approximately 6.5 inches.

Brim

Size G/4 mm crochet hook

Row 1: Ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each rem ch, turn (6)

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st BLO, turn (6)

Row 3-72: rep row 2

Adult Size Bobble Stitch Crochet Hat

H/5 mm crochet hook

Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 12 dc, join (12 dc)

Rnd 2: Ch 2, dc inc in each st around, join (24 dc)

Rnd 3: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next st*, join (36 dc)

Rnd 4: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (48 dc)

Rnd 5: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 3 sts*, join (60 dc)

Rnd 6: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 4 sts*, join (72 dc)

Rnd 7: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 5 sts*, join (84 dc)

The diameter of the crown should measure approximately 7.25 inches.

Rnd 8: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (84)

Note: In the photo above, the red stitch marker is the last dc from rnd 8.

See pattern notes & crochet stitches.

Rnd 9: Ch 2, turn to work in the wrong direction, *bo, sc in next st*, join (42 bo, 42 sc)

Note: In the photo below, you can see that the work has been turned and the first st for rnd 9 goes into the st with the red stitch marker.

Rnd 10: ch 2, turn to work in the right direction, dc in each st, join (84 dc)

Note: In the photo(s) below you can see that you are now working in the “right direction” and your first st goes into the st with the green stitch marker.

Rnd 11: rep rnd 10

Rnd 12: rep rnd 9

Rnd 13: rep rnd 10

Rnd 14: rep rnd 10

Rnd 15: rep rnd 9

Rnd 16: rep rnd 10

Rnd 17: rep rnd 10 and fasten off

The height of the hat should measure approximately 7.5 inches.

Brim

Size G/4 mm crochet hook

Row 1: Ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each rem ch, turn (6)

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st BLO, turn (6)

Row 3-84: rep row 2

Assembly

Use your tapestry needle to sew the brim to the hat. Make sure each stitch of the hat lines up with a row from the brim. The brim will stretch as you go.