Is this Santa beanie pattern good for beginners?

Yes. If you know basic stitches like chain, double crochet, and simple color changes, you can make this hat. The ribbed brim uses easy front and back post double crochet stitches.

Can I make this beanie in child sizes?

This version is sized for most teens and adults. For a smaller fit, work fewer crown increase rounds or switch to a smaller hook and lighter yarn; check gauge as you go.

Santa Beanie Crochet Pattern – Belt Buckle Christmas Hat

Q: Do I have to use worsted weight yarn?

Worsted weight (#4) yarn is recommended for the stated size and look. Lighter yarn will produce a smaller hat; bulky yarn will produce a larger hat.

Q: What kind of pom pom works best?

Both faux fur and handmade yarn pom poms work great. Choose the style you like and sew it securely to the top of the beanie.

Q: Can I sell the hats I make from this pattern?

Yes, you may sell finished items you crochet from this pattern. Please credit Lovable Loops by Melissa Hassler as the designer and link back to the pattern when possible.

Q: How long does it take to crochet this hat?

Most makers finish the Santa beanie in a few hours, making it a quick project for gifts, photo props, or holiday markets.

Get ready to stitch up some holiday cheer with this Santa Beanie Crochet Pattern! 🎅 This quick and beginner-friendly design features everything you love about Santa’s classic style—bright red yarn, a bold black belt with a golden buckle, a cozy ribbed brim, and a fluffy white pom pom on top.

Designed to fit most teens and adults, this festive beanie works up fast in worsted weight yarn, making it perfect for last-minute gifts, holiday photo shoots, or stocking up for Christmas craft fairs. Scroll down for the full free pattern.

Why you’ll love this pattern

🎁 Perfect for gifting – Handmade hats make thoughtful Christmas presents for friends and family.
⏱ Quick & beginner-friendly – Simple stitches and easy color changes mean you’ll finish in no time.
🎄 Festive & fun – The Santa belt buckle and pom pom add a cheerful holiday touch.
👒 Great fit – Designed to fit most teens and adults comfortably.
🧶 Craft fair ready – A crowd-pleasing holiday item that’s easy to make and sell.

Crochet Santa beanie hat with red top, white ribbed brim, black belt stripe, yellow buckle, and fluffy white pom pom, decorated with holiday bells.

Santa beanie crochet pattern details

Skill level

Beginner – If you know basic stitches like chain, single crochet, and double crochet, you can make this hat! The color changes are simple, and the ribbed brim is created with easy post stitches.

Materials needed

Crochet hook size I-9 (5.5 mm) – or the size needed to match the gauge
Worsted weight yarn (#4) – in red, black, white, and yellow
Yarn needle – for weaving in yarn ends
Scissors – for cutting your yarn
Stitch markers – optional, but helpful for keeping track of rounds and stitch counts
Pom pom maker – optional, if you want to make a yarn pom pom

Finished size

One size fits most teens and adults.

Crown: 7 inches
Circumference: 20-23 inches
Height: 7.75 inches

Gauge

15 stitches and 8 rows = 4 inches

✅ Too many stitches? Try a larger hook
✅ Too few stitches? Try a smaller hook

Crochet abbreviations

dc = double crochet
hdc = half double crochet
FPdc = front post double crochet
BPdc = back post double crochet
ch / chs = chain / chains
st / sts = stitch / stitches
sl st = slip stitch

Pattern notes

Begin with a magic circle
The starting chain does not count as a stitch
Join each round with a slip stitch to the first stitch
Hat is worked from the top down in the round
Adjust length by adding or removing rounds
Pattern is written in US terms

How to make post stitches

Post stitches create the stretchy, structured ribbed brim of this beanie:

FPdc (front post double crochet): Yarn over, insert your hook from front to back around the post of the stitch below, yarn over and complete a double crochet
BPdc (back post double crochet): Yarn over, insert your hook from back to front around the post of the stitch below, yarn over and complete a double crochet

Handmade crochet Santa beanie in red with black stripe, yellow buckle, ribbed white brim, and pom pom on top.

Free Santa beanie crochet pattern instructions

Crown of the beanie

Begin with red yarn.
Round 1: Make a magic circle. Ch 2, work 11 dc into the ring. Join with a sl st to the top of the first dc. (11 sts)
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around. Join. (22 sts)
Round 3: Ch 2, *2 dc in next st, dc in next st; repeat from * around. Join. (33 sts)
Round 4: Ch 2, *2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts; repeat around. Join. (44 sts)
Round 5: Ch 2, *2 dc in next st, dc in next 10 sts; repeat around. Join. (48 sts)
Round 6: Ch 2, *2 dc in next st, dc in next 11 sts; repeat around. Join. (52 sts)
Round 7: Ch 2, *2 dc in next st, dc in next 12 sts; repeat around. Join. (56 sts)
Round 8: Ch 2, *2 dc in next st, dc in next 13 sts; repeat around. Join. (60 sts)
Round 9: Ch 2, *2 dc in next st, dc in next 14 sts; repeat around. Join. (64 sts)
Round 10: Ch 2, *2 dc in next st, dc in next 15 sts; repeat around. Join. (68 sts)

Body of the beanie

Round 11: Ch 2, dc in each st around. Join. (68 sts)
Switch to black yarn.
Rounds 12-14: Ch 2, dc in each st around. Join. (68 sts)
Switch to white yarn.
Round 15: Ch 2, dc in each st around. Join. (68 sts)

Ribbed brim

Round 16: Ch 2, *FPdc in next st, BPdc in next st; repeat around. Join. (68 sts)
Round 17: Ch 2, *FPdc in next st, BPdc in next st; repeat around. Join. (68 sts)
Round 18: Ch 2, *FPdc in next st, BPdc in next st; repeat around. Join. (68 sts)

Adding the Santa buckle

Use yellow yarn.
The ch-2 spaces will form the corners of the buckle.

Ch 20 and join with a sl st to form a ring.
Round 1: Ch 2, hdc in next 6 chs, ch 2, hdc in next 4 chs, ch 2, hdc in next 6 chs, ch 2, hdc in next 4 chs, ch 2, join with a sl st to the first hdc.

Finishing: Use a yarn needle to sew the buckle securely onto the front of the beanie, centered over the black belt stripe.

Adding a pom pom

You can follow these steps to make a yarn pom pom, or simply attach a faux fur pom pom like I did.

Wrap yarn evenly around your pom pom maker.
Cut the yarn along the groove.
Tie a strong piece of yarn tightly around the center.
Fluff the pom pom and trim it to shape.
Sew securely to the top of your hat using a yarn needle.

Finishing

Use a yarn needle to weave in all of the ends.

Free crochet pattern graphic featuring a festive Santa beanie with belt buckle detail, ribbed brim, and pom pom, surrounded by gold jingle bells.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make this Santa beanie in child sizes?
This pattern is written for teens and adults, but you can adjust the size by changing your hook size or working fewer increase rounds for the crown.

Do I have to use worsted weight yarn?
No, but worsted (#4) yarn will give you the best results. If you use a lighter yarn, the hat will come out smaller. A bulkier yarn will make it larger.

What kind of pom pom works best?
You can make a yarn pom pom with a pom pom maker, or buy a faux fur pom pom for a polished look. Both work great—it’s all about your style!

Is this pattern good for beginners?
Yes! If you’re comfortable with double crochet and can follow simple color changes, you’ll be able to make this beanie. The ribbed brim uses basic post stitches.

How long does it take to crochet this hat?
Most crocheters can finish the Santa beanie in a few hours, making it a quick project for gifting or selling at holiday markets.

Can I sell the hats I make from this pattern?
Yes! You’re welcome to sell finished hats you make, but please credit Lovable Loops as the designer.

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