10 Easy Crochet Hats for Winter
Life update: I got married! Happy to say that we’re not tired of each other yet, but I’m excited to be back home and somewhat settled in… at least enough to finally start writing posts and making patterns again. With graduation, moving from CA to MT, the wedding, and the honeymoon, finding time to even unpack my crochet has been a struggle! My fingers have definitely been twitching to get crocheting again and one thing that has got me inspired to start up again (because we all know it’s not the three projects I already have going right now…) is crochet hats!
Maybe it’s just me… but I have such a hard time sticking to one big project without sneaking in some little ones on the side. While I appreciate seeing a huge crochet project come together, my journey to the end always has a couple B-plots and detours mixed in. Something about having those small projects in there to break up the big one really helps me avoid losing my “crojo” or “crochet mojo”.
One of my favorite quick and easy crochet projects, besides my crochet preemie octopus, is making hats! Especially up here in Montana, it seems like you can’t go a day in fall or winter without seeing someone wearing a nice warm beanie! When my mother-in-law mentioned there’s a yearly craft fair up here in the fall, I was sold. I must start making hats for next year’s fair immediately.
Luckily, JoAnn’s heard my plea and I am now on a desperate search for some quick and easy crochet hat patterns. I have created my own Forest Sprite Beanie in the past, but as mentioned, I don’t want to burn out by just crocheting the same thing all year long, so I thought I’d bring you along on my quest towards finding some fun and easy crochet hats that you can make too! Let’s take a look!
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Crochet Hats
I’ve seen so many non-crochet beanies like this around the stores lately and I love that 5 Little Monsters took such a fun and popular style and crochet-ified it! (That’s a word, right?)
Since I’ve been surrounded by beautiful Montana mountains lately I had to include this gorgeous crochet hat by Wild Sapling! Have you ever tried fair isle crochet or color-blocking? I’ve been trying to get into that realm of crochet more lately and it’s been super fun!
Ah, such a classic. This crochet hat from The Easy Design hits all the marks: simple, but not boring, intricate, but not too difficult. Such a great crochet hat for any skill level! And those pom poms? Mwah… chef’s kiss.
If you’re looking for something a bit more complex, this basket weave style by Crochet by Jennifer is stunning! I love the fold-over ribbing! Perfect for some extra warmth in the winter months!
These baby turbans from Croby Patterns are literally the cutest things I’ve ever seen! It even comes in size newborn to adult! Might have to… make a few of these crochet hats for myself… just to make sure they work for the craft fair… if you know what I mean… wink wink.
Need a crochet hat for a preemie? Crochet 365 Knit Too has got you covered! Preemie crochet hats are so tiny and cute, but it’s hard to add a lot of embellishment. This crochet hat has the perfect balance of comfort, style, and practicality! Love it!
Looking to upgrade to more complex crochet hats? This crochet hat by Kirsten Holloway Designs still falls under the easy hat category, but lets you up your game a little bit. And are those bobble stitches? A must-try crochet hat in my book!
Ribbing on crochet hats is one of my favorite things to make, so why not rib the whole thing? Crochet 365 Knit Too did just that and I am in LOVE!
I only recently discovered the star stitch this past year and I am dying to do it again! This crochet hat by Naztazia is enchanting! It looks so complex, but the stitch is super fun and easy to learn!
This Forest Sprite Beanie is such a fun make! I actually made this for my husband, and I love seeing the little acorn swing back and forth as he walks in the wintertime!
Can’t say goodbye to your ponytail this winter? No worries! Crochet 365 Knit Too has a super quick and easy crochet hat that will hold your bun or ponytail in place perfectly!
Though technically not a crochet hat per say, this crochet ear warmer by A Lil Loopy looks absolutely adorable and is also another great one for those ponytail lovers!
Conclusion
Thanks for coming along with me on my crochet hat journey! I find it so cool how many easy and fun crochet hat patterns are out there! I don’t know about you, but I am ready to crochet all of these beauties! Did you see one that caught your eye? Are there some easy crochet hats you love that I missed? Comment below!
Looking for my patterns? Please check out my my Etsy and Ravelry shops. If you need some fabulous hooks for your wonderful crochet hats, Clover Amour is one of my favorites! Not sure whether Clover Amour is right for you? I have a Clover Amour review post that offers some great cheap alternatives!
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