Cute Crochet Seal Hat Pattern for Beginners
Dive into a fun crochet project with my Crochet Seal Hat Pattern! This adorable hat is perfect for seal lovers and anyone who enjoys cute, cozy winter accessories. With its sweet face and cozy fit, this hat is sure to keep you warm while adding a playful touch to your winter wardrobe.
The pattern is easy to follow, making it a great project for both beginners and experienced crocheters. Let’s get started and crochet this charming seal hat that’s perfect for chilly days! The free crochet pattern is below.
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Free Crochet Seal Hat Pattern
Seals are beloved for their playful nature, expressive faces, and gentle demeanor. Often seen as symbols of the ocean’s charm, these marine mammals capture our hearts with their big eyes and friendly personalities.
This Crochet Seal Hat Pattern captures the cuteness of these adorable creatures, making it a delightful project for anyone who loves the sea. Whether you’re crafting for a child who adores animals or just want to embrace the playful spirit of seals, this hat is sure to be a hit!
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 white, black, and blue.
- 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 Seal Hat Pattern Information
Looking for a unique and cozy handmade gift? The Crochet Seal Hat is perfect for adding a touch of marine magic to any occasion. Whether you’re making it for a birthday, a holiday, or just because, this hat is sure to be cherished by anyone who receives it.
It’s also a fantastic option for selling at craft fairs, where its cute design is sure to attract attention. With its sweet seal face and cozy fit, this hat is a thoughtful and fun gift that’s perfect for the colder months!
Skill Level
Beginner
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
- hdc = half double crochet
- sc = single crochet
- sc2tog = single crochet decrease
- 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 Seal Hat Pattern Instructions
0-3 Month Baby Crochet Seal 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)
Rnds 7– 13: Repeat round 6 (48 stitches)
Rnd 14: Ch 1, sc in each st, join (48 stitches)
3-6 Month Baby Crochet Seal 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 (52 stitches)
6-12 Month Baby Crochet Seal 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, (56 stitches)
Toddler Crochet Seal 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 (60 stitches)
Child Crochet Seal 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 (64 stitches)
Adult Crochet Seal 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– 21: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (68 stitches)
Rnd 22: Ch 1, sc in each st, join (68 stitches)
Face Parts for the Crochet Seal Hat Pattern
The patterns are the same for all sizes unless stated otherwise.
Snout 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, 2 dc, dc in 14 sts, 2 dc in 3 sts, dc in 13 sts, 2 dc in last st, join and fasten off
Nose Pattern
Row 1: Ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each rem ch, turn (5 stitches)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (5 stitches)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next st, sc2tog, turn (3 stitches)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (3 stitches)
Row 5: Ch 1, sc3tog and sc around the nose, join and fasten off
Sew the nose to the snout. Use black yarn to stitch the smile and the line connecting the smile to the nose. Then, sew the snout to the hat.
Eyes Pattern
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 9 hdc, join (9 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 hdc in each st, join (18 stitches)
Switch to blue yarn.
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next st*, join and fasten off (27 stitches)
Use switch yarn to stitch the eye sparkle on the eyes. Then, sew the eyes to the hat and use black yarn to add the eyebrows.
Whiskers Instructions
Use black yarn to add three whiskers to each side of the nose.
Finishing the Crochet Seal Hat Pattern
Fasten off and then weave in the ends.
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