Crochet Bucket Hat Pattern The Ultimate Summer Accessory

This crochet bucket hat pattern is a fantastic project that will add a stylish, handmade accessory to your wardrobe. With simple yet fun steps, you’ll create a versatile hat that’s perfect for sunny days. The design features a structured top with a comfortable, straight-sided body and a wide brim, making it both fashionable and functional.

Crochet Bucket Hat

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this pattern allows for customization with different yarn colors, letting you make a unique, eye-catching piece. Plus, it’s a great way to experiment with crochet techniques while creating something practical and trendy!

Materials

Yarn (two shades are used)
5mm crochet hook
Scissors
Darning needle

Pattern for the Top Part

Starting Loop: Start with a slip knot and chain 4 stitches, then slip stitch into the first chain to form a loop.
Round 1: Chain 2, then make 10 double crochets (Dcs) into the loop. Slip stitch into the first Dc to close the round.

Round 2: Chain 2 and crochet 2 Dcs into each stitch. Slip stitch to close. You should now have 20 Dcs.
Round 3: Chain 2 and repeat the pattern of 1 Dc in the next stitch, followed by 2 Dcs in the next. Continue until the end of the round and slip stitch to close. The final count should be 30 Dcs.
Round 4: Chain 2 and repeat the pattern of 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 2 Dcs until the end of the round. Slip stitch to close. You should have 40 Dcs.
Round 5: Chain 2 and repeat the pattern of 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 2 Dcs until the end of the row. Slip stitch to close. The final count should be 50 Dcs.

Round 6: Chain 2 and repeat the pattern of 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 2 Dcs until the end of the row. You should have 60 Dcs.
Round 7: Chain 2 and repeat the pattern of 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 2 Dcs until the end of the row. Slip stitch to close. The final count should be 70 Dcs.

For Pattern for the Sides

Rounds 8-13: For the next six rows, crochet 1 Dc on each stitch from the previous round. This part is crocheted straight without any increases to form the sides of the hat. The stitch count will remain at 70 Dcs per row.

Pattern for the Brim

Round 14: For this round, work in the front loop only. The pattern is 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 2 Dcs. Repeat this pattern to the end of the row. The final count should be 80 Dcs.

Round 15: Repeat the pattern of 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 1 Dc, 2 Dcs to the end of the row. The final count should be 90 Dcs.
Round 16: Repeat the pattern of 1 Dc on each of the next 4 stitches, and then 2 Dcs in the next stitch until the end of the row. The final count is 100 Dcs.
Round 17 (final row): Chain 1, and make 1 single crochet (Sc) on each stitch around the entire row. End with a slip stitch. The final count should be 100 Scs.