Crochet hat and scarf set pattern for beginners

Introducing my Fall Fling Crochet Hat and Scarf Set Pattern. This beginner-friendly pattern is perfect for anyone just starting out. The hat features a cozy ribbed brim and a cute pom pom on top, while the scarf has stylish ribbed ends.

Crochet Hat and Scarf Set Pattern Details

Here’s a quick overview of the materials, sizing, gauge, and pattern notes before you begin.

Skill Level

Beginner

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Materials Needed

Crochet hook sizes:
Hat & scarf: H-8 5 mm
Hat brim: I-9 5.5 mm
Scarf ribbing: J-10 6 mm
Yarn: Worsted weight yarn #4 in white, red, orange, yellow, and blue
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.
Large pom pom maker: For making a pom pom for your hat.

Gauge

7 stitches and 4 rows = 2 inches (5 cm)

Learn how to check crochet gauge before you begin so you can adjust your hook size if needed.

Crochet Hat and Scarf Set Size

One size fits most teens and adults with a head circumference of 20-23 inches.

The scarf measures 69 inches long.

If you need help choosing the right fit, visit my crochet hat sizing guide for head circumference tips and size charts.

Crochet abbreviations

dc = double crochet
sc = single crochet
blo = back loop only
ch/chs = chain/chains
st/sts = stitch/stitches
sl st = slip stitch
rnd/rnds = round/rounds
rem = remaining

Pattern Notes

The hat is worked in the round from the top down.
The brim is made separately and then sewn onto the hat.
Repeat instructions between the asterisks (*) for the rest of the round.
Join each round with a slip stitch to the first stitch made in that round.
The beginning chain does not count as a stitch.
The pattern is written in US terms.

Magic Circle Alternative

If you’re not comfortable with using a magic circle, you can use an alternative method to make round 1 of the beanie. This method is just as effective and might be easier for beginners.

Round 1: Chain 4, make 11 dc in the 4th ch from the hook, join (11 stitches)

Cozy crochet hat and scarf set graphic showing a colorful striped pom-pom beanie and matching long scarf beside bold black text and pastel winter accents.

Crochet Hat and Scarf Set Pattern Instructions

Follow the instructions below to make the hat and scarf set.

Crochet Hat Pattern Instructions

H-9 5 mm crochet hook size

white yarn
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join (11 stitches)

Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st, join (22 stitches)

red yarn
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)

white yarn
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)

orange yarn
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)

white yarn
Rnd 9: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 14 sts*, join (64 stitches)

Rnd 10: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (64 stitches)

yellow yarn
Rnd 11: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (64 stitches)

Rnd 12: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (64 stitches)

white yarn
Rnd 13: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (64 stitches)

Rnd 14: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (64 stitches)

blue yarn
Rnd 15: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (64 stitches)

Rnd 16: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (64 stitches)

white yarn
Rnd 17: Ch 2, dc in each st, join and fasten off (64 stitches)

Adding the brim

Brim is made separately and then sewn to the hat.
I-9 5.5 mm crochet hook size
Use white yarn

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

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st in the back loops only, turn (6 stitches)

Row 3-64: Repeat row 2

Use your tapestry needle to sew the brim to the hat. Sew each stitch of the hat to a row of the brim. The brim will stretch as you go.

Adding a pom pom

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.

Crochet Scarf Pattern Instructions

Ribbing Ends for the Crochet Scarf Pattern

Make 2
J-10 6 mm crochet hook size
Use white yarn

Row 1: Ch 19, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each rem ch, turn (18 stitches)

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st in the back loops only, turn (18 stitches)

Row 3-20: Repeat row 2

Fasten off the first ribbing you make and set it aside. This will be sewn onto the end of the scarf.

Don’t fasten off after making the second ribbing.

Crochet Scarf Pattern

Continue from where you left off for the second ribbing.
H-8 5 mm crochet hook size

Row 1: Ch 2, hdc in each row of the ribbing, turn (20 stitches)

Row 2: Ch 2, hdc in each st, turn (20 stitches)

Rows 3- 138: Repeat row 2, following this color sequence:

2 rounds blue
2 rounds white
2 rounds red
2 rounds white
2 rounds orange
2 rounds white
2 rounds yellow
2 rows soft white

Fasten off. Line up the other ribbing you made. Sew each stitch from the scarf to one row of the ribbing. Weave in all the ends.

Finishing

Fasten off and then weave in the ends.

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