Hop into style with our free Crochet Frog Bucket Hat Pattern, perfect for adding a playful touch to your accessories and delighting in creative fun!
This charming hat features playful frog-inspired details, including adorable frog eyes and a wide, protective brim, making it a standout accessory for both adults and children. Crocheted with simple stitches and accessible techniques, this hat pattern is ideal for all skill levels, allowing both beginners and seasoned crocheters to create a work of art.
Crochet Frog Bucket Hat Tutorial
The versatile design ensures that your hat can be customized with various colors and embellishments, making each piece uniquely yours. Whether you're looking to add a touch of nature-inspired fun to your wardrobe or create a memorable handmade gift, this frog bucket hat is sure to impress.
Tip:
For a sturdy brim, consider using a slightly tighter stitch or adding a wire insert to maintain its shape.
Step-by-Step Crochet Frog Bucket Hat Pattern
Materials Needed
- Three colors of yarn (green, black, and pink)
- 4 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
- Stuffing (such as polyester fiber fill)
Initial Preparation
Savannah indicates that you should first create the base of the bucket hat using her other dedicated bucket hat video. For the frog hat, she recommends making the larger size by adding an optional seventh round to the hat's base.
Creating the Frog Eyes
- Magic Circle and Round One:
- Make a magic circle with green yarn.
- Chain one and single crochet six times into the magic circle.
- Cinch the circle closed.
- Round Two:
- Increase by doing two single crochets in each stitch around (12 stitches total).
- Round Three:
- Increase by two single crochets in the first stitch, then one single crochet in the next stitch. Repeat around (18 stitches total).
- Round Four:
- Increase with two single crochets in the first stitch, then one single crochet in the next two stitches. Repeat around (24 stitches total).
- Round Five:
- Increase with two single crochets in the first stitch, then one single crochet in the next three stitches. Repeat around (30 stitches total).
- Round Six:
- Increase with two single crochets in the first stitch, then one single crochet in the next four stitches. Repeat around (36 stitches total).
- Round Seven and Eight:
- Single crochet all the way around (36 stitches each round).
- Round Nine:
- Decrease by pulling yarn through two stitches and finishing with a single crochet, followed by four single crochets. Repeat around, decreasing to 30 stitches.
- End with a slip stitch, cut a long tail for sewing, and create a knot.
Creating the Pupil and Pink Cheeks
Pupil
- Magic Circle and Round One:
- With black yarn, make a magic circle.
- Chain one and single crochet five times into the circle.
- Cinch the circle closed and chain one.
- Round Two:
- Turn the work, then increase by two single crochets in each stitch (10 stitches total).
- Round Three:
- Chain one, turn the work, and increase with two single crochets in the first stitch, then one single crochet in the next stitch. Repeat (15 stitches total).
- Round Four:
- Chain one, turn the work, increase with two single crochets in the first stitch, then one single crochet in the next two stitches. Repeat (20 stitches total).
- Trim the yarn and knot off the end securely.
Pink Cheeks
- Magic Circle and Round One:
- With pink yarn, make a magic circle.
- Chain one and single crochet six times into the circle. Cinch the circle closed.
- Round Two:
- Increase by two single crochets in each stitch (12 stitches total).
- End with a slip stitch, trim the yarn, and knot the tail securely.
Assembling the Hat
- Stuffing the Eyes:
- Lightly stuff the frog eyes with polyester fill.
- Sewing the Eyes:
- Place the eyes on the hat, lining them up with the hat lines.
- Sew the eyes onto the hat, catching one stitch from the hat and one from the eye, all the way around each eye.
- Sewing the Pupils:
- Sew the black pupils onto the green eyes using the same technique, starting from the center of each magic circle.
- Sewing the Pink Cheeks:
- Position the cheeks diagonally below the eyes and sew them using the same stitching process.
Conclusion
After following these steps, your crochet frog bucket hat should be complete and looking adorable. This pattern encourages viewers to like and crochet this beautiful hat with simple and easy instruction. Enjoy your delightful new accessory!
