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

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

Step 9: Single Crochets to Finish Closing the Top

• Chain 1.
• Single crochet together the next 5 stitches.
• Pull through all 6 loops to cinch the top closed.
• Continue this method around for the final round.

Conclusion

• Fasten off your work and weave in any loose ends.
• Admire your finished vintage-inspired cloche hat!

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