bobble stitch crochet hat

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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!

bobble stitch beanie crochet 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 SizeCrownCircumferenceHeight
Child6.25 inches19-20 inches7.5 inches
Adult7.25 inches20-23 inches8.5 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
bobble stitch crochet hat

Crochet Stitches

Slip Stitch (sl st)

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

Double Crochet (dc)

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

Single Crochet (sc)

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

Bobble Stitch (bo)

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

Child Size Bobble Stitch Crochet Hat

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern

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.

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern

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

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern

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.

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern
bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern
bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern

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.

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern
bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern
bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern

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.

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern

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

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern

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.

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern

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

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern

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.

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern
bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern
bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern

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.

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern
bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern
bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern

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.

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern

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

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern

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.

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern
bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern

Sew the seam of the two ends of the brim together. Weave in all of your ends.

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern

Pom Pom

Photos are from my LOVE Beanie.

Use your large Pom Pom maker.

Firmly and evenly wind your yarn around each set of arches. After the first set of arches, close them and then wind your yarn around the second set. 

timeless slouch boho love beanie hat free crochet pattern
timeless slouch boho love beanie hat free crochet pattern

Cut the yarn between each set of arches.

timeless slouch boho love beanie hat free crochet pattern

Use your scrap piece of yarn to tie the pom pom. I recommend you double/triple knot it.

Carefully open the arches.

timeless slouch boho love beanie hat free crochet pattern

Use a hot melt adhesive to place a dab of glue in the center of the pom pom. This will help prevent it from unraveling.

timeless slouch boho love beanie hat free crochet pattern

Fluff your pom pom and trim any long ends.

Use a tapestry needle to attach your pom pom to the top of your hat.

bobble stitch beanie crochet pattern