Find timeless charm and style with our free Crochet Vintage Cloche Hat Pattern—perfect for a unique, sophisticated addition to any wardrobe.

This elegant accessory, inspired by the early 20th century, adds a touch of sophistication to any wardrobe. Ideal for keeping warm on cool days or making a fashionable statement, the vintage cloche hat suits a variety of outfits and occasions. Pair it with a lovely vintage style poncho to make a stunning warm combo and look more stylish and trendy. Crocheting this hat allows you to hone your skills and enjoy the therapeutic benefits of a creative hobby.

Crochet Vintage Cloche Hat

Plus, it's a wonderful project for making personalized gifts that will be cherished by friends and family. With this pattern, even beginners can achieve stunning results.

Tip:

Choose high-quality yarn in your favorite color for a more luxurious feel and a better fit. This attention to detail will make your cloche hat a standout piece, admired by everyone who sees it.

Materials Needed

6 mm crochet hook
Red Heart Super Saver yarn in the color Latte

Step 1: Starting the Foundation Chain

Begin by making a slipknot.
Chain 65 stitches.
Ensure the chain is not twisted.

Step 2: Creating the Mobius Twist

To create the Mobius twist, straighten out your chain.
Twist the chain so that the back, with the little lumps, is facing you.
Slip stitch to join into the first chain.

Step 3: First Round: Single Crochet

Chain 1 and single crochet into the same space.
Single crochet into each stitch around.
Continue to single crochet around until you reach where you started.

Step 4: Transition to Bottom of Work

Due to the twist, you should now be at the bottom of the work.
Continue single crocheting into each stitch around until you get back to your starting point.

Step 5: Front Post Double Crochet Round

Switch to front post double crochet (FPDC) into each single crochet stitch around.
Yarn over, insert hook around the post of the single crochet, and complete the double crochet.

Step 6: Repeating FPDC Rounds

Continue to do FPDC into each stitch around for a total of 14 rounds.
Each round should show the characteristic ridges of FPDC.

Step 7: Preparing to Close the Top

Ensure all twists focus around the working yarn.
Count back 65 stitches from the working yarn and mark.
Slip stitch to join the top edges to start closing the top of the hat.

Step 8: Reducing to Close the Top

Row 1 of Decrease:
- Chain 2.
- Front post double crochet into the first 4 stitches.
- Combine the next 2 stitches with an FPDC.
- Continue with this pattern around.
Row 2 of Decrease:
- Chain 2.
- FPDC into the first 3 stitches.
- Combine the next 2 stitches with an FPDC.
- Continue this pattern around.
Row 3 of Decrease:
- Chain 2.
- FPDC into the first 2 stitches.
- Combine the next 2 stitches with an FPDC.
- Continue this pattern around.
Row 4 of Decrease:
- Chain 2.
- FPDC into the first stitch.
- Combine the next 2 stitches with an FPDC.
- Continue this pattern around.
Final Row of Decrease:
- FPDC decrease all stitches together until the top is almost fully closed.