Making a crochet bucket hat with granny squares is a delightful project brimming with color and texture. First, create multiple squares in an array of colors, weaving vibrant yarn in and out to form charming patterns. Next, these squares come together like a patchwork, each one adding to the hat's playful character. Stitch by stitch, the squares join to shape the sides of the hat, and with the addition of a top piece, it begins to take form.
Crochet Bucket Hat With Granny Squares Pattern
Finally, the bucket shape is achieved with a neatly crocheted brim that gently flares out, offering both style and sun protection. This hat isn't just a cozy accessory, it's a cheerful companion that brightens any day.
Materials Needed:
- Yarns: Turquoise, Red, Purple, and Yellow (four ply, affordable, brands mentioned are Karen's and Red Heart).
- Crochet Hook: G hook (4.25 mm).
- Other: Scissors, measuring tape, yarn needle for weaving in ends.
Granny Square Pattern:
Starting the Granny Square
- Start with a slip knot.
- Chain 4 stitches.
- Form a circle by slip stitching into the first chain created.
First Round
- Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet).
- Work 2 more double crochets into the center of the circle (3 double crochets total).
- Chain 2, then work another cluster of 3 double crochets into the center.
- Repeat the sequence until there are four clusters in total, separated by chain 2 spaces, forming a square.
Second Round (Changing Colors)
- Attach yellow yarn.
- Starting from any corner, chain 3 (counts as double crochet).
- Add 2 more double crochets, chain 2, and add another cluster of 3 double crochets in the same space.
- In each corner space, work: 3 double crochets, chain 2, 3 double crochets.
- Continue around the square.
Subsequent Rounds
- For each new color, repeat the process of adding clusters in the corner spaces and simple clusters in the spaces between corner clusters from the previous round.
- With each round, the square will grow larger.
Finishing the Square
- Once the square reaches the desired size, fasten off the yarn and weave in the ends.
- Making the Hat:
Granny Squares Required
- Crochet a total of 5 squares with the mentioned method.
Assembling the Hat
- Use single crochet stitches to join the squares side by side, forming a band.
- Measure your head circumference and adjust the number of squares or add rows to the squares if needed.
Top of the Hat
- Create a slightly larger square (or to fit) for the top part of the hat.
- Attach the top square to the band of squares using single crochet stitches or sewing.
Brim of the Hat
- Pick up stitches around the bottom edge of the hat.
- Work in half double crochet stitches, increasing strategically to create a slight flare.
Notes:
- Always ensure that your stitches are uniform for a neat finish.
- Customize colors according to preference.
- Adjust the size of the hat by modifying the size of the squares or the number of squares used.
