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Get ready to gobble up some crochet excitement with this free Crochet Turkey Hat pattern! Designed for all sizes and skill levels, this beginner-friendly pattern will have you crafting a whimsical turkey-inspired hat that will turn heads and bring smiles to all.
From Thanksgiving festivities to fall-themed events, this adorable accessory is the perfect way to express your holiday spirit. With clear instructions and helpful tips, you’ll be amazed at how easily you can create a feathered masterpiece.
So grab your crochet hooks, unleash your creativity, and let’s embark on a turkey-filled crochet adventure together!
Also, before you go, be sure to check out my many other free crochet hat patterns!
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Skill Level
Beginner. Basic stitches in basic form. Simple repeats in rounds.
Materials
- I/5.5 mm crochet hook needed for all sizes
- G/4 mm crochet hook needed for 0-3 months & 3-6 months sizes
- H/5 mm crochet hook needed for 6-12 months – adult sizes
- Worsted weight yarn in brown, black, white, red, orange & gold
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
Gauge
Gauge is very important for this pattern.
15 dc= 4″ and 10 rows= 4″
To check your gauge, make a gauge swatch by crocheting the first five rounds of the the 0-3 Months size hat. It should measure close to 4.5″ across the middle.
If your swatch is larger than 4.5 inches, your gauge is looser than mine. Try using a smaller crochet hook.
If your swatch is smaller than 4.5 inches, your gauge is tighter than mine. Try using a larger crochet hook.
Crochet Turkey Hat 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 |
Pattern Notes
- This pattern starts with a magic circle (also known as a magic ring or adjustable ring). If you are a beginner crocheter, check out my magic circle tutorial.
- Leave a long yarn tail for weaving in when you make your magic circle.
- The beginning of each round starts with a chain. This chain does not count as your first stitch.
- At the end of each round, you’ll join your yarn with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first stitch made in that round.
- Repeat instructions between asterisks (*) for the remainder of the round.
- You are crocheting in the round.
- Hat is worked from the top down.
- If needed, you can make any size hat longer or shorter by repeating or eliminating the last row.
- For a printable copy of this pattern, visit my Etsy shop.
- Need help? Watch my watch my Turkey Hat tutorial.
Abbreviations
- dc = double crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase
- sc2tog = single crochet 2 stitches together
- sc3tog = single crochet 3 stitches together
- hdc2tog = half double crochet 2 stitches together
- st = stitch
- sts = stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
- ch = chain
- chs = chains
- rnd = round
- rnds = rounds
- rem = remaining
Crochet Stitches
Slip Stitch (sl st)
- Insert hook into next stitch.
- Yarn over and pull the yarn through the stitch and through the loop on your hook.
Double Crochet (dc)
- Yarn over & insert hook in next stitch.
- Yarn over and pull up a loop. You will have 3 loops on your hook.
- Yarn over and pull through 2 loops. You will have 2 loops on your hook.
- Yarn over and pull through remaining 2 loops on your hook.
Single Crochet (sc)
- Insert hook in next stitch.
- Yarn over and pull up a loop. You will have 2 loops on your hook.
- Yarn over and pull through both loops.
Single Crochet Decrease (sc2tog)
- Insert hook in next stitch.
- Yarn over and pull up a loop. You will have 2 loops on your hook.
- Insert hook in next stitch.
- Yarn over and pull up another loop. You will have 3 loops on your hook.
- Yarn over and pull through all 3 loops on your hook.
Half Double Crochet (hdc)
- Yarn over & insert hook in next stitch.
- Yarn over and pull up a loop. You will have 3 loops on your hook.
- Yarn over and pull through all 3 loops on your hook.
0-3 Months Size Crochet Turkey Hat Pattern
Crochet hook: I/5.5 mm
Yarn: brown
dc inc = double crochet increase
Make 2 dc stitches in the same stitch.
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join with sl st to the top of the first dc (11 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, dc inc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next st*, join (33 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (44 stitches)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 10 sts*, join (48 stitches)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (48 stitches)
Rnds 7– 13: Repeat round 6 (48 stitches)
Scroll down for earflap instructions.
3-6 Months Size Crochet Turkey Hat Pattern
Crochet hook: I/5.5 mm
Yarn: brown
dc inc = double crochet increase
Make 2 dc stitches in the same stitch.
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join with sl st to the top of the first dc (11 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, dc inc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next st*, join (33 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (44 stitches)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 10 sts*, join (48 stitches)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 11 sts*, join (52 stitches)
Rnd 7: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (52 stitches)
Rnds 8– 15: Repeat round 7 (52 stitches)
Now, scroll down for earflap instructions.
6-12 Months Size Crochet Turkey Hat Pattern
Crochet hook: I/5.5 mm
Yarn: brown
dc inc = double crochet increase
Make 2 dc stitches in the same stitch.
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join with sl st to the top of the first dc (11 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, dc inc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next st*, join (33 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (44 stitches)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 10 sts*, join (48 stitches)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 11 sts*, join (52 stitches)
Rnd 7: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 12 sts*, join (56 stitches)
Rnd 8: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (56 stitches)
Rnds 9– 16: Repeat round 8 (56 stitches)
Now, scroll down for earflap instructions.
Toddler Size Crochet Turkey Hat Pattern
Crochet hook: I/5.5 mm
Yarn: brown
dc inc = double crochet increase
Make 2 dc stitches in the same stitch.
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join with sl st to the top of the first dc (11 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, dc inc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next st*, join (33 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (44 stitches)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 10 sts*, join (48 stitches)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 11 sts*, join (52 stitches)
Rnd 7: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 12 sts*, join (56 stitches)
Rnd 8: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 13 sts*, join (60 stitches)
Rnd 9: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (60 stitches)
Rnds 10– 18: Repeat round 9 (60 stitches)
Now, scroll down for earflap instructions.
Child Size Crochet Turkey Hat Pattern
Crochet hook: I/5.5 mm
Yarn: brown
dc inc = double crochet increase
Make 2 dc stitches in the same stitch.
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join with sl st to the top of the first dc (11 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, dc inc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next st*, join (33 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (44 stitches)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 10 sts*, join (48 stitches)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 11 sts*, join (52 stitches)
Rnd 7: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 12 sts*, join (56 stitches)
Rnd 8: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 13 sts*, join (60 stitches)
Rnd 9: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 14 sts*, join (64 stitches)
Rnd 10: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (64 stitches)
Rnds 11– 19: Repeat round 10 (64 stitches)
Now, scroll down for earflap instructions.
Adult Size Crochet Turkey Hat Pattern
Crochet hook: I/5.5 mm
Yarn: brown
dc inc = double crochet increase
Make 2 dc stitches in the same stitch.
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join with sl st to the top of the first dc (11 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, dc inc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next st*, join (33 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (44 stitches)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 10 sts*, join (48 stitches)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 11 sts*, join (52 stitches)
Rnd 7: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 12 sts*, join (56 stitches)
Rnd 8: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 13 sts*, join (60 stitches)
Rnd 9: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 14 sts*, join (64 stitches)
Rnd 10: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next 15 sts*, join (68 stitches)
Rnd 11: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (68 stitches)
Rnds 12– 21: Repeat round 11 (68 stitches)
Now, scroll down for earflap instructions.
Earflap Instructions
Firstly, begin the first earflap where you ended the last round of your hat. Then, refer to the chart and image below for placement of the second earflap.
| Size | Front of Hat | Back of Hat |
| 0-3 Months | leave 16 stitches in front | leave 12 stitches in back |
| 3-6 Months | leave 16 stitches in front | leave 12 stitches in back |
| 6-12 Months | leave 18 stitches in front | leave 14 stitches in back |
| Toddler | leave 18 stitches in front | leave 14 stitches in back |
| Child | leave 20 stitches in front | leave 16 stitches in back |
| Adult | leave 22 stitches in front | leave 18 stitches in back |
0-3 Months Earflaps
Row 1: Ch 1, sc in 10 sts, turn (10 stitches)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 6 sts, sc2tog, turn (8 stitches)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (8 stitches)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 4 sts, sc2tog, turn (6 stitches)
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (6 stitches)
Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 2 sts, sc2tog, turn (4 stitches)
Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (4 stitches)
Row 8: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc2tog, turn (2 stitches)
Row 9: Ch 1, sc2tog (1 stitch)
Repeat for second earflap and continue to single crochet around entire hat and both ear-flaps.
3-6 and 6-12 Months Earflaps
Row 1: Ch 1, sc in 12 sts, turn (12 stitches)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 8 sts, sc2tog, turn (10 stitches)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (10 stitches)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 6 sts, sc2tog, turn (8 stitches)
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (8 stitches)
Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 4 sts, sc2tog, turn (6 stitches)
Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (6 stitches)
Row 8: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 2 sts, sc2tog, turn (4 stitches)
Row 9: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (4 stitches)
Row 10: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc2tog, turn (2 stitches)
Row 11: Ch 1, sc2tog (1 stitch)
Repeat for second earflap and continue to single crochet around entire hat and both ear-flaps.
Toddler, Child & Adult Earflaps
Row 1: Ch 1, sc in 14, turn (14 stitches)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 10 sts, sc2tog, turn (12 stitches)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (12 stitches)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 8 sts, sc2tog, turn (10 stitches)
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (10 stitches)
Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 6 sts, sc2tog, turn (8 stitches)
Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (8 stitches)
Row 8: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 4 sts, sc2tog, turn (6 stitches)
Row 9: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (6 stitches)
Row 10: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in 2 sts, sc2tog, turn (4 stitches)
Row 11: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (4 stitches)
Row 12: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc2tog, turn (2 stitches)
Row 13: Ch 1, sc2tog (1 stitch)
Repeat for second earflap and continue to single crochet around entire hat and both ear-flaps.
Eyes
Make 2
Crochet hook: G/4 mm for sizes 0-3 Months and 3-6 Months
Crochet hook: H/5 mm for sizes 6-12 Months – Adult
Yarn: white
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join (11 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, dc inc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *dc inc, dc in next st*, join and fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew onto hat (33 stitches)
Scroll down for sewing instructions.
Pupils
Make 2
Crochet hook: G/4 mm for sizes 0-3 Months and 3-6 Months
Crochet hook: H/5 mm for sizes 6-12 Months – Adult
Yarn: black
Magic circle, 6 hdc, join and fasten off (6 stitches)
Scroll down for sewing instructions.
Beak
Crochet hook: H/5 mm
Yarn: gold
Pattern for Sizes 0-3 Months and 3-6 Months
Row 1: Ch 9, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each rem ch, turn (8 stitches)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 4, sc2tog, ch 1, turn (6 stitches)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (6 stitches)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 2, sc2tog, turn (4 stitches)
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (4 stitches)
Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc2tog, turn (2 stitches)
row 7: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (2 stitches)
Row 8: Ch 1, sc2tog, and continue to sc around entire beak
Pattern for Sizes 6-12 Months – Adult
Row 1: Ch 11, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each rem ch, turn (10 stitches)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 6, sc2tog, turn (8 stitches)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (8 stitches)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 4, sc2tog, turn (6 stitches)
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (6 stitches)
Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 2, sc2tog, turn (4 stitches)
row 7: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn (4 stitches)
Row 8: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc2tog, turn (2 stitches)
Row 9: Ch 1, sc2tog and continue to sc around entire beak
Scroll down for sewing instructions.
Gobbler
Ch 7, dc inc in 3rd ch from the hook, 3 dc in each rem ch, fasten off leaving a long tail to sew onto hat.
Scroll down for sewing instructions.
Corkscrews
Crochet hook: H/5 mm
Yarn: red, orange & gold
Make one of each color.
Pattern for Sizes 0-3 Months and 3-6 Months
Ch 16, dc inc in 3rd ch from the hook, 3 dc in each rem ch, fasten off
Pattern for Sizes 6-12 Months – Adult
Ch 20, dc inc in 3rd ch from the hook, 3 dc in each rem ch, fasten off
Assembly
Position the eyes and beak to determine where you want to attach them to the hat. Make sure they are centered between the ear flaps.
Sew the eyes onto the hat. Make sure they overlap slightly.
Sew the beak onto the hat. The top of the beak should slightly overlap the bottom of the eyes.
Sew the pupils onto the eyes. They should be positioned towards the middle to give the turkey a cross eyed look.
Sew the gobbler onto the side of the beak.
Sew the corkscrews onto the top of the hat.
Braids
Cut five 30” strands of the red, orange & gold yarns (total= 15 strands).
Holding all of the strands, fold in half and pass the folded loop through the bottom of the ear flap (use hook to help).
Pass the strand ends through the loop and pull tight to form a knot.
Divide the strands into three sections of 10 strands each and braid. Repeat for 2nd braid.