Bulky Yarn Hat Pattern Crochet
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Looking for a quick and easy crochet project that’s perfect for beginners? My free Bulky Yarn Hat pattern crochet project is just what you need!
This simple hat pattern is super fast to make and only uses basic crochet stitches, making it great for beginners.
It’s perfect for making hats for babies, children, and adults, so you can create hats for the whole family!
So, grab your hook and yarn and let’s dive in and get started!
Bulky Yarn Hat Pattern Information
Skill Level
Beginner. This chunky beanie pattern uses basic double crochet stitches in basic form. Simple repeats in rounds.
Project Materials
- L/8 mm Crochet Hook
- Bulky Weight Yarn (#5) (I used Premier Chunky Tweed yarn in Aran)
- Worsted weight yarn for the Pom Pom
- Large Pom Pom Maker
- Hot Melt Adhesive
Size Chart
| Size | Crown | Head Circumference | Height |
| Preemie | 3.25 inches | 10-12 inches | 4 inches |
| Baby | 4.5 inches | 13-14 inches | 6 inches |
| Child | 6 inches | 18-20 inches | 7.5 inches |
| Adult | 7 inches | 20-22 inches | 8.5 inches |
Crochet Gauge
10 dc = 4 inches & 6 rows = 4 inches
To check your gauge, make a gauge swatch by crocheting the first three rounds of the baby size hat. Your swatch should measure 4.5 inches across the middle.
If your swatch is larger than 4.5 inches, your gauge is looser than mine. Try using a smaller crochet hook.
If your swatch is smaller than 4.5 inches, your gauge is tighter than mine. Try using a larger crochet hook.
Important Notes
- This pattern starts with a magic circle.
- The beginning of each round starts with a chain. This chain does not count as your first stitch.
- After each round, join your yarn to the first double crochet stitch with a slip stitch.
- Repeat instructions between asterisks (*) for the remainder of the round.
- You are crocheting in the round.
- Work this bulky yarn hat pattern crochet from the top down.
- You can make any size hat longer or shorter by repeating or leaving out the second to last row.
Etsy Shop
This chunky crochet hat pattern is also available as an ad-free PDF pattern in my Etsy Shop.
Related Patterns
If you’re looking for hat patterns that use various weight yarns, check out my Light Weight Beanie, Worsted Weight Beanie and Super Bulky Beanie patterns.
Terms & Abbreviations
- dc = double crochet stitches
- sc = single crochet stitches
- st = stitch
- sts = stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
- ch = chain
- chs = chains
- rnd = round
- rnds = rounds
- rem = remaining
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Bulky Yarn Hat Pattern Instructions
Preemie Size
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join (11 stitches)
Rnd 2: ch 2, 2 dc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Rnds 3– 6: ch 2, dc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 7: ch 1, sc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in your ends.
Baby Size
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join (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)
Rnds 4– 9: ch 2, dc in each st, join (33 stitches)
Rnd 10: ch 1, sc in each st, join (33 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in your ends.
Child Size
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join (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)
Rnds 5– 12: ch 2, dc in each st, join (44 stitches)
Rnd 13: ch 1, sc in each st, join (44 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in your ends.
Adult Size
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join (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)
Rnds 6– 13: ch 2, dc in each st, join (48 stitches)
Rnd 14: ch 1, sc in each st, join (48 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in your ends.
Pom Pom
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.
Cut the yarn between each set of arches.
Use your scrap piece of yarn to tie the pom pom. I recommend you double/triple knot it.
Carefully open the arches.
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.
Fluff your pom pom and trim any long ends.
Use a tapestry needle to attach your pom pom to the top of your hat.
