If you're looking to crochet something playful and absolutely adorable, this frog hat inspired by Kirby is a must-try! Combining the charm of a frog with Kirby’s signature cheeks and expression, this hat is perfect for cosplay, gifting, or adding whimsy to your winter wardrobe.
Crochet Frog Hat
The pattern is beginner-friendly and includes steps for creating the base hat, 3D eyes, blush cheeks, and an embroidered smile. You can easily adjust the size, colors, and features to suit kids or adults alike. Whether you're crafting for fun or fashion, this frog hat brings personality and joy to your crochet collection.
Materials
- Worsted weight yarn (green, white, pink, black, optional red)
- 5.0 mm crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Stitch marker (optional)
- Fiberfill (optional for stuffing eyes)
Stitches Used
- Chain stitch (ch)
- Slip stitch (sl st)
- Magic circle
- Single crochet (sc)
- Half double crochet (hdc)
- Double crochet (dc)
- Basic embroidery
Hat Base
- Start with a magic circle or chain 4 and sl st to form a ring
- Round 1: 10 hdc into the ring
- Round 2: 2 hdc in each stitch around (20)
- Round 3: 1 hdc in next, 2 hdc in next repeat around (30)
- Round 4: 1 hdc in next 2, 2 hdc in next repeat around (40)
- Continue increasing evenly until the circle is wide enough for the crown of the head
- Work even (1 hdc in each stitch) in rounds without increasing until desired hat length is reached
- Optionally work in back loops only (blo) for added texture
Brim (Optional)
- Switch to front loop only (flo)
- Round 1: 2 hdc in each stitch for slight flare
- Round 2-3: 1 hdc in each stitch around (no increases) for brim depth
Frog Eyes (Make 2)
- With white yarn, make a magic circle
- Round 1: 6 sc into the circle
- Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around (12)
- Round 3: 1 sc, 2 sc in next repeat around (18)
- Optional Round 4: 1 sc in each stitch around
- Fasten off and stuff lightly
- Cut black felt circles or embroider black yarn for pupils
Kirby Cheeks (Make 2)
- With pink yarn, make a magic circle
- Round 1: 6 sc into the circle
- Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch (12)
- Fasten off and weave in ends
Mouth
- Using red or black yarn, embroider a small curved line for the mouth between the cheeks
Assembly
- Position the eyes on the top-front of the hat and sew in place
- Attach the cheeks just below the eyes on each side
- Embroider the mouth centered below the eyes
- Weave in all yarn ends securely
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