Free & Easy Crochet Santa Hat Pattern for Christmas
This crochet Santa hat pattern is perfect for adding a touch of festive fun to your holiday season. Whether you’re making it for a toddler, child, or adult, this pattern has everyone in the whole family covered. It’s a fun pattern that results in an adorable Santa hat you’ll love wearing.
The classic Santa hat look makes this pattern a must-try for anyone looking to get into the holiday spirit. Plus, I’ve included a video tutorial included to guide you through every step. The free crochet pattern is below.
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Free Crochet Santa Hat Pattern
This is an easy Santa hat pattern that’s ideal for beginners. If you’re new to crocheting, don’t worry—this free Santa hat crochet pattern is straightforward and simple to follow.
The instructions are clear, and the video tutorial makes it even easier to understand. Whether you’re making it for a kid or an adult, you’ll find this pattern a joy to work on. It’s a cute crochet Santa hat that you can whip up quickly, perfect for those just starting out with crochet.
Crochet Project Materials Needed
- Crochet Hook Size: I-9 5.5 mm hook or size needed for gauge
- Yarn weight:
Worsted weight yarn #4 in red for the hat
Super bulky yarn #6 in white for the brim and pom pom - Yarn needle/tapestry needle: Use this to weave in your ends.
- Scissors: Use scissors to fasten off your yarn.
- Stitch marker(s): Use these to help keep track of your stitches.
- Tape measure: Use a measuring tape to find your head size.
- XL pom pom maker: Use this tool to make the pom pom.
Printable PDF Version
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Crochet Santa Hat Pattern for Beginners Information
These crocheted Santa hats make excellent gifts for friends and family during christmas time. There’s nothing quite like giving a handmade item, especially one as festive as this. The holiday cheer these hats bring is sure to make anyone smile.
They’re also perfect for selling at craft fairs—easy to make, customizable, and always popular. Whether you’re crafting for your loved ones or preparing for a market, this pattern is a great way to spread some holiday spirit.
Skill Level
Beginner. This crochet hat pattern uses basic crochet stitches in basic form and also in simple repeats in rounds.
Different Sizes
| Size | Head Circumference |
| Toddler Hat | 18-19 inches |
| Child Hat | 19-20 inches |
| Adult Hat | 20-23 inches |
Pattern Gauge
15 stitches = 4 inches and 10 rows = 4 inches
Crochet Terms
- dc = double crochet
- sc = single crochet
- ch/chs = chain/chains
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
- rnd/rnds = round/rounds
Crochet Pattern Notes
- Join each round to the first stitch with a slip stitch.
- Repeat the instructions between the asterisks (*) for the rest of the round.
- You are crocheting in the round and also from the top of the hat down.
- The stitch count is listed at the end of each round.
- You will switch to white yarn for the brim.
- 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 8 dc in the 4th ch from the hook, join (8 stitches)
Crochet Santa Hat Pattern Instructions
Rounds 1-26 are the same for all sizes.
Rnd 1: Magic ring, ch 2, 8 dc, join [8]
Rnd 2: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next st*, join [12]
Rnd 3: ch 2, dc in each st, join [12]
Rnd 4: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 2 sts*, join [16]
Rnd 5: ch 2, dc in each st, join [16]
Rnd 6: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 3 sts*, join [20]
Rnd 7: ch 2, dc in each st, join [20]
Rnd 8: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 4 sts*, join [24]
Rnd 9: ch 2, dc in each st, join [24]
Rnd 10: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 5 sts*, join [28]
Rnd 11: ch 2, dc in each st, join [28]
Rnd 12: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 6 sts*, join [32]
Rnd 13: ch 2, dc in each st, join [32]
Rnd 14: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 7 sts*, join [36]
Rnd 15: ch 2, dc in each st, join [36]
Rnd 16: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 8 sts*, join [40]
Rnd 17: ch 2, dc in each st, join [40]
Rnd 18: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 9 sts*, join [44]
Rnd 19: ch 2, dc in each st, join [44]
Rnd 20: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 10 sts*, join [48]
Rnd 21: ch 2, dc in each st, join [48]
Rnd 22: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 11 sts*, join [52]
Rnd 23: ch 2, dc in each st, join [52]
Rnd 24: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 12 sts*, join [56]
Rnd 25: ch 2, dc in each st, join [56]
Rnd 26: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 13 sts*, join [60]
Toddler Size Crochet Santa Hat Pattern
Rnds 27- 40: ch 2, dc in each st, join [60]
White brim:
Switch to super bulky yarn in white.
Rnds 41- 43: ch 2, dc in each st, join [60]
Child Size Crochet Santa Hat Pattern
Rnd 27: ch 2, dc in each st, join [60]
Rnd 28: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 14 sts*, join [64]
Rnds 29- 43: ch 2, dc in each st, join [64]
White brim:
Switch to super bulky yarn in white.
Rnds 44- 46: ch 2, dc in each st, join [64]
Adult Size Crochet Santa Hat Pattern
Rnd 27: ch 2, dc in each st, join [60]
Rnd 28: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 14 sts*, join [64]
Rnd 29: ch 2, dc in each st, join [64]
Rnd 30: ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 15 sts*, join [68]
Rnds 31- 48: ch 2, dc in each st, join [68]
White brim:
Switch to super bulky yarn in white.
Rnds 49- 51: ch 2, dc in each st, join [68]
Adding the Pom Pom
Make a pom pom with your pom maker using super bulky white yarn.
- Wind the yarn around both arches.
- Cut the yarn along the middle gap and then tie with a piece of scrap yarn.
- Open the arches and then remove the pom pom.
- Trim any loose ends.
Finishing the Crochet Santa Hat Pattern
Sew the pom pom to the tip of the hat and then fasten off and weave in the ends.
Looking for More Free Christmas Crochet Patterns?
You may also like these patterns: elf hat, Christmas tree hat, basic beanie, and my candy cane beanie.
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