Adorable Crochet Lion Hat Pattern for Beginners
Roar into your next crochet project with my Crochet Lion Hat Pattern! This fierce and fun hat is perfect for adding a bit of wild style to your wardrobe. With its majestic mane and cozy fit, this hat is sure to keep you warm while bringing out your inner king (or queen) of the jungle.
The pattern is easy to follow, making it a great project for crocheters of all levels. Let’s crochet this lion hat together and add a touch of regal flair to your winter gear! The free crochet pattern is below.
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Free Crochet Lion Hat Pattern
Lions are admired for their strength, courage, and majestic presence. As the kings of the jungle, they symbolize power and leadership, making them a favorite among animal lovers. People love lions for their commanding nature and the sense of pride they inspire.
This Crochet Lion Hat Pattern captures the essence of these magnificent creatures, making it a hit with both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re crafting for someone who loves animals or just want to channel your inner lion, this hat is sure to be a favorite!
Crochet Project Materials Needed
- Crochet hook sizes:
I-9 5.5 mm (hat) or size needed for gauge
H-8 5 mm (hat parts) - Yarn: Worsted weight yarn #4 in yellow, dark yellow, white, black, and 2 shades of brown.
- Yarn needle: Use this to weave in your ends.
- Scissors: Use scissors to fasten off your yarn.
- Stitch marker(s): Optional. Use these to help keep track of your stitches.
Crochet Lion Hat Pattern Information
Looking for a handmade gift that’s both bold and cozy? The Crochet Lion Hat is a perfect choice! Its charming design, complete with a mane, makes it a standout piece that’s sure to be loved by anyone who receives it.
Whether you’re making it for a birthday, a holiday, or just because, this lion hat is a thoughtful and fun gift that shows you care. It’s also a fantastic option for selling at craft fairs, where its wild design is sure to attract customers looking for something special and handmade.
Skill Level
Beginner. This crochet hat pattern uses basic stitches in basic form and in simple repeats in rounds.
Size Chart
| Hat Size | Crown | Circumference | Height |
| 0-3 Months | 4.5 inches | 13-14 inches | 5 inches |
| 3-6 Months | 5 inches | 14-15 inches | 5.5 inches |
| 6-12 Months | 5.5 inches | 16-17 inches | 6.25 inches |
| Toddler | 6 inches | 18-19 inches | 6.75 inches |
| Child | 6.5 inches | 19-20 inches | 7 inches |
| Adult | 7 inches | 20-23 inches | 7.75 inches |
Gauge
15 stitches and 10 rounds = 4 inches
Crochet Terms
- dc = double crochet
- sc = single crochet
- tc = treble crochet
- ch/chs = chain/chains
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
- rnd/rnds = round/rounds
- rem = remaining
Crochet Pattern Notes
- The chain at the beginning of each round does not count as your first stitch.
- Join each round with a slip stitch to the first stitch made in that round.
- Repeat instructions between the asterisks (*) for the rest of the round.
- You are crocheting in the round from the top of the hat down.
- The pattern is written in US terms.
Magic Circle Alternative
If you find the magic circle tricky, try this easier method for round 1: Chain 4, make 11 dc in the 4th ch from the hook, join (11 stitches)
Crochet Lion Hat Pattern Instructions
0-3 Month Baby Crochet Lion Hat Pattern
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 and fasten off(48 stitches)
3-6 Month Baby Crochet Lion Hat Pattern
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)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 11 sts*, join (52 stitches)
Rnds 7– 15: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (52 stitches)
Rnd 16: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and fasten off (52 stitches)
6-12 Month Baby Crochet Lion Hat Pattern
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)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 11 sts*, join (52 stitches)
Rnd 7: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 12 sts*, join (56 stitches)
Rnds 8– 16: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (56 stitches)
Rnd 17: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and fasten off (56 stitches)
Toddler Crochet Lion Hat Pattern
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)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 11 sts*, join (52 stitches)
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)
Rnds 9– 18: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (60 stitches)
Rnd 19: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and fasten off (60 stitches)
Child Crochet Lion Hat Pattern
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)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 11 sts*, join (52 stitches)
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)
Rnd 9: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 14 sts*, join (64 stitches)
Rnds 10– 19: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (64 stitches)
Rnd 20: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and fasten off (64 stitches)
Adult Crochet Lion Hat Pattern
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)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 11 sts*, join (52 stitches)
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)
Rnd 9: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 14 sts*, join (64 stitches)
Rnd 10: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 15 sts*, join (68 stitches)
Rnds 11– 22: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (68 stitches)
Rnd 23: Ch 1, sc in each st, join and fasten off (68 stitches)
Ears for the Crochet Lion Hat Pattern
0-3, 3-6, and 6-12 Months Size Ears
Row 1: Ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each rem ch, turn (6 stitches)
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc, sc in 4 sts, 2 sc, turn (8 stitches)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (8 stitches)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog, turn (6 stitches)
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (6 stitches)
Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, turn (4 stitches)
Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (4 stitches)
Row 8: Ch 1, sc in each st and then sc around entire ear, join and finish off
Toddler, Child, and Adult Size Ears
Row 1: Ch 9, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each rem ch, turn (8 stitches)
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc, sc in 6 sts, 2 sc, turn (10 stitches)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (10 stitches)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next 6 sts, sc2tog, turn (8 stitches)
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (8 stitches)
Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog, turn (6 stitches)
Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (6 stitches)
Row 8: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, turn (4 stitches)
Row 9: Ch 1, sc in each st and then sc around entire ear, join and finish off
Sew the ears to the hat.
Face Pattern
Rnd 1: Ch 10, sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 7 chs, 2 sc in last ch, continue to work in the round by working in the backside of the chains, sc in next 8 chs, 2 sc in last ch, join (20 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in 8 sts, 2 sc in 2 sts, sc in 8 sts, 2 sc in last 2 sts, join (24 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in 9 sts, 2 sc in 3 sts, sc, dc, 2 tc, dc, sl st, dc, 2 tc, dc, sc, 2 sc in last 3 sts, join and fasten off (32 stitches)
Stop here for 0-3, 3-6, and 6-12 Months Sizes
Rnd 4: ch 1, sc in 11 sts, 2 sc in 4 sts, sc in 2 sts, dc, 2 tc, dc, sl st, dc, 2 tc, dc, sc in 2 sts, 2 sc in last 4 sts, join and fasten off (40 stitches)
Sew the face to the hat.
Nose Pattern
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 4 dc, 2 tc, ch 4, sl st, ch 3, 2 tc, 4 dc, join and fasten off
Sew the nose to the hat.
Mane Instructions
Cut small strips of yarn. Attach them to the hat by looping groups of 4 strands around the stitches. I made one row in front of the ears and down the sides, and another row behind the ears and down the sides.
Smile and Whiskers Instructions
Use yarn scraps to stitch a mouth, whiskers, and outline the bottom of the nose.
Finishing the Crochet Lion Hat Pattern
Fante off and then weave in the ends.
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