Easy Granny Stitch Bucket Hat Pattern

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted Weight (#4) or DK Weight (#3), e.g., Lavita Boutique Multicolor
  • You may use solid or multiple colors; self-striping yarn creates a unique look
• Crochet Hook: 5.0 mm (H-8)
• Notions: Yarn needle for sewing in ends, scissors, measuring tape
• Optional: Stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of rounds

Key Abbreviations

• MR – Magic Ring
• ch – chain
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• sl st – slip stitch
• sc – single crochet
• dc – double crochet
• rep – repeat

Special Notes

• This pattern is worked in joined rounds from top (crown) down.
• Chains at the beginning of rounds count as a double crochet unless stated.
• Color changes can be made at the beginning of any round for a striped effect.
• The pattern fits a standard adult head (approx. 22"–23" circumference); customize by adding/removing rounds as needed for other sizes.

Instructions

Crown (Top of Hat)

Round 1:
Start with a magic ring (MR).
Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in ring, ch 1, 2 dc in ring; rep from * to * 4 more times (you’ll have six sets of 2 dc, separated by ch-1 spaces).
Join with sl st to top of beg ch-3. (12 dc, 6 ch-1 sps)

Tip: Pull tail to close ring tightly.

Round 2:
Sl st in next dc, sl st into next ch-1 sp.

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Round 3:
Sl st in next dc, sl st in next ch-1 sp.
Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc in same ch-1 sp.
Ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp; rep from * to * around.
Join with sl st to top of beg ch-3. (36 dc, 12 ch-1 sps)

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Round 4:
Sl st in next 2 dc, sl st in next ch-1 sp.
Ch 3, 2 dc in same ch-1 sp, ch 1.
In next ch-1 sp: 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc; ch 1, in next ch-1 sp: 3 dc, ch 1;
Repeat sequence (alternating "2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc" and "3 dc, ch 1") around.
Join with sl st to top of beg ch-3.
(Review video for symmetry — you will have 6 x (3 dc) groups and 6 x (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) groups.)

Round 5:
Sl st in next 2 dc, sl st in next ch-1 sp.
Ch 3, 2 dc in same ch-1 sp, ch 1.
In next ch-1 sp: 3 dc, ch 1; rep from * to * around (placing 3 dc in every ch-1 space).
Join with sl st to top of beg ch-3. (54 dc, 18 ch-1 sps)

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Body

Rounds 6–14:
Sl st in next 2 dc, sl st to next ch-1 sp.
Ch 3, 2 dc in same ch-1 sp, ch 1.
In next ch-1 sp: 3 dc, ch 1; rep around.
Join with sl st to beginning ch-3.

Repeat round (or last body repeat) until your hat measures about 6.5–7” from top, or as desired for adult sizing.

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Brim

Round 15:
Sl st to next 2 dc, sl st to next ch-1 sp.
Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same sp, ch 1, 2 dc in same sp.
Ch 1, in next ch-1 sp: 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc; rep around.
Join with sl st to beg ch-3.

Rounds 16–17:
Sl st in next dc, sl st to next ch-1 sp.
Ch 3, 2 dc in same ch-1 sp, ch 1.
3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1; rep around.
Join with sl st to beginning ch-3.

Repeat previous round one more time for a total of two rounds after increase (adjust brim width as you prefer).

Final Round (Edging):
Ch 1, sc in same ch-1 sp, sc in each dc, sc in each ch-1 sp around.
Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off and weave in all ends.

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Conclusion

You have completed your Granny Stitch Bucket Hat! This pattern produces a quick, stylish, and customizable accessory perfect for all seasons.

Pattern Corrections & Tips

• Check Fit: For best results, try the hat on after the body (before the brim). Add or subtract rounds for depth.
• Brim Size: For a wider brim, add additional rounds after Round 17, increasing evenly if needed.
• Color changes: For a classic granny look, change yarn colors at the start of any round. Fasten off and join new color with a sl st in the ch-1 sp.
• Yarn Substitution: Lighter weight yarns will create a more delicate hat; use smaller hook accordingly.

Tip: Weave in ends as you go to save finishing time at the end.