Crochet Ruffle Hat Free Pattern You’ll Love Making

The crocheted ruffle hat is a fun and stylish project that adds a touch of flair to any wardrobe. Designed using simple double crochet stitches, this pattern is easy enough for beginners yet still rewarding for experienced crocheters.

Crochet Ruffle Hat

The hat is divided into three sections—the crown, the body, and the ruffle—making it simple to follow and customize. You can adjust the body length for a snug fit or a slouchy look, and the ruffle section allows you to choose how dramatic you want the final effect to be. Perfect for everyday wear, gifting, or even as a unique fashion accessory. This crochet ruffle hat pattern is versatile, trendy, and endlessly customizable.

Materials

4-ply yarn
3 mm hook (or size appropriate for your yarn)
Tape measure, scissors, stitch marker
Note: The Chain 2 at the start of each round does not count as a stitch

The Crown (Increase Section)

Make a Magic Circle, chain 2, work 12 DC into the ring, slip stitch to join (12 DC)
Row 2: Chain 2, 2 DC in every stitch around, slip stitch to join (24 DC)
Row 3: Chain 2, [2 DC in next st, 1 DC in next st] repeat around, slip stitch to join (36 DC)

Row 4: Chain 2, [2 DC in next st, 1 DC in next 2 sts] repeat around, slip stitch to join (48 DC)
Row 5: Chain 2, [2 DC in next st, 1 DC in next 3 sts] repeat around, slip stitch to join (60 DC)
Row 6: Chain 2, [2 DC in next st, 1 DC in next 4 sts] repeat around, slip stitch to join (72 DC)
Row 7: Chain 2, [2 DC in next st, 1 DC in next 5 sts] repeat around, slip stitch to join (84 DC)
Row 8: Chain 2, [2 DC in next st, 1 DC in next 6 sts] repeat around, slip stitch to join (96 DC)

Crown should measure approximately 6.5 inches across

The Body (No Increase Section)

Rows 9–20: Chain 2, work 1 DC in every stitch around, slip stitch to join (96 DC each round)
Make 12 rows for standard height or adjust for shorter or longer length

The Ruffle

Ruffle Row 1: Chain 2, work 3 DC in every stitch around, slip stitch to join (288 DC)
Ruffle Row 2: Chain 2, work 3 DC in every stitch around, slip stitch to join (864 DC)
Ruffle Row 3: Chain 2, work 3 DC in every stitch around, slip stitch to join (2,592 DC)
Stop after any row depending on desired fullness