3 Sizes Dinosaur Hat Crochet Pattern
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Get ready to embark on a dino-mite crochet adventure with this free and easy Dinosaur Hat crochet pattern!
This pattern is perfect for all skill levels and uses bulky weight yarn to create a cozy and adorable hat that will keep you warm in style.
Whether you’re making it for yourself or a little dinosaur enthusiast, this pattern is sure to bring joy and whimsy to your crochet projects.
So grab your hook and let’s dive into the world of prehistoric fashion with this fun and playful dinosaur hat pattern.
So, grab your crochet hook and your favorite bulky weight yarn, and let’s make a roaringly fun dinosaur crochet hat pattern!
Dinosaur Hat Crochet Pattern Information
Skill Level
Beginner. This dinosaur hat pattern uses basic crochet stitches in basic form and in simple repeats.
Project Materials
- L/8 mm Crochet Hook
- Bulky Weight (#5) Yarn in green & gray
- Tapestry Needle
- Stitch Markers
- Scissors
Dinosaur Hat Size Chart
| Circumference | Height | |
| Toddler | 18-19 inches | 7.5 inches |
| Child | 19-21 inches | 8 inches |
| Adult | 21-24 inches | 8.75 inches |
Crochet Gauge
Gauge is very important for this pattern.
10 dc = 4 inches
4 rounds = 2.5 inches
Important Notes
- This pattern starts with a 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.
- You can make any size hat longer or shorter by repeating or eliminating the second to last row.
Related Patterns
If you like this dinosaur hat, you’ll love my Dinosaur Spike Hat and my Dinosaur blankets- my Brontosaurus Blanket and my c2c Dinosaurs Blanket!
Terms & Abbreviations
- ch = chain
- chs = chains
- dc = double crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- st = stitch
- sts = stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
- rnd = round
- rnds = rounds
- rem = remaining
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Dinosaur Hat Crochet Pattern Instructions
Toddler Size Dinosaur Hat
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 9 dc, join (9 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st, join (18 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next st* join (27 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (36 stitches)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 3 sts*, join (45 stitches)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (45 stitches)
Rnds 7-12: Repeat round 6 (45 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in your ends with a tapestry needle.
Child Size Dinosaur Hat
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 9 dc, join (9 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st, join (18 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next st* join (27 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (36 stitches)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 3 sts*, join (45 stitches)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 8 sts*, join (50 stitches)
Rnd 7: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (50 stitches)
Rnds 8-13: Repeat round 7 (50 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in your ends with a tapestry needle.
Adult Size Dinosaur Hat
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 9 dc, join (9 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st, join (18 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next st* join (27 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (36 stitches)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 3 sts*, join (45 stitches)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 8 sts*, join (50 stitches)
Rnd 7: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 9 sts*, join (55 stitches)
Rnd 8: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (55 stitches)
Rnds 9–14: Repeat round 8 (55 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in your ends with a tapestry needle.
Dinosaur Spikes Pattern
Make three spikes following rounds 1-5.
Make one spike following rounds 1-6. Sew this larger spike directly on top of the hat.
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 6 hdc, join (6 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 2 sts*, join (8 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 3 sts*, join (10 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 4 sts*, join (12 stitches)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 5 sts*, join (14 stitches)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 hdc, hdc in next 6 sts*, join (16 stitches)
Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing the spikes to the hat.
How to Sew Spikes Onto Your Hat
Firstly, flatten each spike into a triangle shape.
Then, use stitch markers to position each spike onto the hat.
Sew each spike to the hat through both sides of the spike and around the stitches on the hat.
Finally, weave in all of your ends.
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