Crochet candy corn hat pattern

Looking for a fun crochet candy corn hat for Halloween? This beginner-friendly pattern features the classic white, orange, and yellow stripes of candy corn and comes in 6 sizes from baby to adult.

The hat is worked from the top down with simple double crochet stitches, making it a fun choice for Halloween costumes, fall photos, trick-or-treating, or matching family hats. A step-by-step video tutorial is also included.

Why you’ll love this crochet candy corn hat

• 6 sizes included: Make one for babies, kids, or adults.
• Beginner-friendly: The hat uses basic double crochet and single crochet stitches.
• Classic candy corn colors: White, orange, and yellow create an instantly recognizable Halloween look.
• Worked from the top down: The hat is crocheted in joined rounds with simple increases.
• Video tutorial included: Follow along with the step-by-step crochet video.

How this candy corn hat is made

This crochet candy corn hat is worked from the top down in joined rounds. You’ll begin with white yarn and increase the crown using double crochet stitches. Then you’ll switch to orange and yellow yarn to create the candy corn stripes. The final round is worked in single crochet for a simple finished edge.

Crochet candy corn hat pattern details

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

Skill level

Beginner — This pattern uses basic double crochet and single crochet stitches worked in simple repeats and joined rounds.

Avoid frustration by learning the most common crochet mistakes beginners make and how to fix them.

Materials needed

• I-9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook
• Worsted weight yarn (#4) in white, orange, and yellow.
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stitch markers

Size chart

Use the chart below to choose the correct hat size based on head circumference and finished hat height.

Hat Size	Circumference	Height
0–3 Months	13–14 inches	5 inches
3–6 Months	14–15 inches	5.5 inches
6–12 Months	16–17 inches	6.25 inches
Toddler	18–19 inches	6.75 inches
Child	19–20 inches	7 inches
Adult	20–23 inches	7.75 inches

See my crochet hat sizing guide for full details and size charts.

Gauge

15 stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)

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

Crochet abbreviations

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

Pattern notes

• 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 hat is worked in the round from the top down.
• The pattern is written in US crochet 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 6 dc in the 4th ch from the hook, join (6 stitches)

Crochet candy corn hat pattern instructions

Follow the crochet candy corn hat pattern instructions below to make your hat in the size you need, from baby through adult.

0–3 month baby candy corn hat

Start with white yarn.

Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 6 dc, join (6 stitches)

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

Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next st*, join (18 stitches)

Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 2 sts*, join (24 stitches)

Rnd 5: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 3 sts*, join (30 stitches)

Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 4 sts*, join (36 stitches)

Switch to orange yarn.

Rnd 7: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 5 sts*, join (42 stitches)

Rnd 8: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 20 sts*, join (44 stitches)

Switch to yellow yarn at round 12.

Rnds 9–16: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (44 stitches)

Rnd 17: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and fasten off (44 stitches)

3–6 month baby candy corn hat

Start with white yarn.

Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 6 dc, join (6 stitches)

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

Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next st*, join (18 stitches)

Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 2 sts*, join (24 stitches)

Rnd 5: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 3 sts*, join (30 stitches)

Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 4 sts*, join (36 stitches)

Switch to orange yarn.

Rnd 7: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 5 sts*, join (42 stitches)

Rnd 8: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 6 sts*, join (48 stitches)

Switch to yellow yarn at round 13.

Rnds 9–17: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (48 stitches)

Rnd 18: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and fasten off (48 stitches)

6–12 month baby candy corn hat

Start with white yarn.

Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 6 dc, join (6 stitches)

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

Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next st*, join (18 stitches)

Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 2 sts*, join (24 stitches)

Rnd 5: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 3 sts*, join (30 stitches)

Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 4 sts*, join (36 stitches)

Rnd 7: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 5 sts*, join (42 stitches)

Switch to orange yarn.

Rnd 8: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 6 sts*, join (48 stitches)

Rnd 9: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 7 sts*, join (54 stitches)

Rnd 10: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 26 sts*, join (56 stitches)

Switch to yellow yarn at round 14.

Rnds 11–19: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (56 stitches)

Rnd 20: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and fasten off (56 stitches)

Toddler candy corn hat

Start with white yarn.

Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 6 dc, join (6 stitches)

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

Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next st*, join (18 stitches)

Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 2 sts*, join (24 stitches)

Rnd 5: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 3 sts*, join (30 stitches)

Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 4 sts*, join (36 stitches)

Rnd 7: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 5 sts*, join (42 stitches)

Switch to orange yarn.

Rnd 8: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 6 sts*, join (48 stitches)

Rnd 9: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 7 sts*, join (54 stitches)

Rnd 10: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 8 sts*, join (60 stitches)

Switch to yellow yarn at round 14.

Rnds 11–19: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (60 stitches)

Rnd 20: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and fasten off (60 stitches)

Child candy corn hat

Start with white yarn.

Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 6 dc, join (6 stitches)

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

Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next st*, join (18 stitches)

Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 2 sts*, join (24 stitches)

Rnd 5: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 3 sts*, join (30 stitches)

Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 4 sts*, join (36 stitches)

Rnd 7: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 5 sts*, join (42 stitches)

Switch to orange yarn.

Rnd 8: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 6 sts*, join (48 stitches)

Rnd 9: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 7 sts*, join (54 stitches)

Rnd 10: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 8 sts*, join (60 stitches)

Rnd 11: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 14 sts*, join (64 stitches)

Switch to yellow yarn at round 15.

Rnds 12–20: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (64 stitches)

Rnd 21: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and fasten off (64 stitches)

Adult candy corn hat

Start with white yarn.

Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 6 dc, join (6 stitches)

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

Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next st*, join (18 stitches)

Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 2 sts*, join (24 stitches)

Rnd 5: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 3 sts*, join (30 stitches)

Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 4 sts*, join (36 stitches)

Rnd 7: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 5 sts*, join (42 stitches)

Switch to orange yarn.

Rnd 8: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 6 sts*, join (48 stitches)

Rnd 9: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 7 sts*, join (54 stitches)

Rnd 10: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 8 sts*, join (60 stitches)

Rnd 11: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 9 sts*, join (66 stitches)

Rnd 12: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in 32 sts*, join (68 stitches)

Switch to yellow yarn at round 15.

Rnds 13–21: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (68 stitches)

Rnd 22: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and fasten off (68 stitches)

Finishing the candy corn hat

Weave in all yarn ends. Your crochet candy corn hat is ready to wear for Halloween or fall.

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Video tutorial

Need extra help? Follow along with my step-by-step crochet candy corn hat video tutorial to see how the hat is worked from the top down and when to change colors.

Frequently asked questions

Is this crochet candy corn hat beginner-friendly?
Yes. The pattern uses basic double crochet and single crochet stitches and is worked in simple joined rounds.

What sizes are included in the candy corn hat pattern?
The pattern includes 6 sizes: 0–3 months, 3–6 months, 6–12 months, toddler, child, and adult.

What yarn do I need for a crochet candy corn hat?
Use worsted weight yarn (#4) in white, orange, and yellow to create the classic candy corn stripes.

Is this candy corn hat worked from the top down?
Yes. The hat begins at the crown and is worked downward in joined rounds.

Can I use this crochet candy corn hat for a Halloween costume?
Yes. It works well as a Halloween costume accessory, fall photo prop, trick-or-treating hat, or matching family hat.

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