Fall Fling Crochet Hat and Scarf Set Pattern for Beginners

I’m super excited to share my Fall Fling Crochet Hat and Scarf Set Pattern with you! 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.

Made with beautiful fall colors, this set is perfect for adding a touch of autumn to your wardrobe. One size fits most teens and adults, making it a great project for everyone. Grab your yarn and hook, and let’s make this fabulous set together! The free crochet patterns are below.

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Lovable Loops free Fall Fling Crochet Hat and Scarf Set Pattern

Free Crochet Hat and Scarf Set Pattern

Crochet Project 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. 

Crochet Hat and Scarf Set Pattern Information

Skill Level

Beginner

Gauge

7 stitches and 4 rows = 2 inches

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.

Crochet Terms

  • 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)

Crochet Hat and Scarf Set Pattern Instructions

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)

Brim for the Crochet Hat Pattern

  • 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.

Pom Pom for the Crochet Hat Pattern

  1. Wind the yarn around both arches. 
  2. Cut the yarn along the middle gap.
  3. Tie with a piece of scrap yarn. 
  4. Open the arches and remove the pom pom.
  5. 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 the Crochet Hat and Scarf Set Pattern

Fasten off and then weave in the ends.

Lovable Loops free Fall Fling Crochet Hat and Scarf Set Pattern

Looking for More Free Crochet Patterns?

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Let’s Connect!

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