How to Crochet a Stylish Bucket Hat

Crochet bucket hats are not only trendy but also incredibly versatile for any casual outing or beach day. The handcrafted charm and cozy texture make them a must-have accessory for adding a touch of retro flair to your wardrobe. Whether you're shielding yourself from the sun or simply making a fashion statement, a crochet bucket hat is a fun and stylish way to elevate your look. Plus, they come in a variety of colors and patterns, so you can find the perfect one to match your unique style. So go ahead, crochet lovers, and embrace the bucket hat craze with open arms!

Materials Needed

• Medium weight (Category 4) yarn
• 5.0 mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends

Crown of the Hat

Rounds for the Crown

Round 1: Begin with a magic circle and chain 2. Work 12 double crochets into the magic circle. Pull the circle closed and join with a slip stitch.

Round 2: Chain 2. Work 2 double crochets into each stitch around (total: 24 stitches). Slip stitch to join.

For Round 3: Chain 2. Pattern: 1 double crochet in first stitch, 2 double crochets in the next. Repeat the pattern around (total: 36 stitches). Slip stitch to join.

Round 4: Chain 2. Pattern: 1 double crochet in each of the next 2 stitches, 2 double crochets in the third stitch. Repeat around (total: 48 stitches). Slip stitch to join.

Optional: Weave in the yarn tail now.

Round 5: Chain 2. Pattern: 1 double crochet in each of the next 3 stitches, 2 double crochets in the fourth. Repeat around (total: 60 stitches). Slip stitch to join.

Round 6: Chain 2. Pattern: 1 double crochet in each of the next 4 stitches, 2 double crochets in the fifth. Repeat around (total: 72 stitches). Slip stitch to join.

For Round 7: Chain 2. Pattern: 1 double crochet in each of the next 5 stitches, 2 double crochets in the sixth. Repeat around (total: 84 stitches). Slip stitch to join.

Round 8: Chain 2. Pattern: 1 double crochet in each of the next 6 stitches, 2 double crochets in the seventh. Repeat around (total: 96 stitches). Slip stitch to join.

Round 9: Chain 2. Pattern: 1 double crochet in each of the next 7 stitches, 2 double crochets in the eighth. Repeat around (total: 108 stitches). Slip stitch to join.

Note: This creates an 8-inch diameter crown suitable for a large hat. Adjust the number of rounds to fit your head size.

Sides of the Hat

Rounds 10–18: Chain 2 at the start of each round. Work 1 double crochet into each stitch around. Slip stitch to join each round.

Make the Brim of the Hat

Brim Rounds

Brim Round 1: Chain 2. Work 1 double crochet into the front loop only of each stitch around. Slip stitch to join.

Brim Round 2: Chain 2. Pattern: 1 double crochet in each of the next 8 stitches, 2 double crochets in the ninth. Repeat around (total: 120 stitches). Slip stitch to join.

For Brim Rounds 3–5: Continue increasing using the same method as in Brim Round 2. Add 1 more stitch between increases in each new round. Example for Brim Round 3: 1 double crochet in next 9 stitches, 2 double crochets in 10th. Slip stitch to join each round.

Brim Round 6: Chain 2. Work 1 double crochet into each stitch around. Slip stitch to join.

Finishing Touches

Slip stitch to close the final round. Chain 1 and fasten off. Weave in all loose ends with a yarn needle.