Granny Stitch Crochet Bucket Hat Pattern With Fun Ruffle Trim

This Granny Stitch Crochet Ruffle Bucket Hat is the perfect blend of classic crochet technique and trendy design. Using the popular granny stitch method, this pattern allows you to create a stylish bucket hat with a playful ruffle brim.

Crochet Bucket Hat

Ideal for both beginners and experienced crocheters, this pattern guides you step-by-step through the process, making it easy to follow along. The hat can be customized with different yarn colors, allowing you to express your personal style. Whether you're crafting for yourself or as a gift, this project promises a cozy and chic accessory for any season.

Materials

Yarn: I Love This Yarn from Hobby Lobby (colors Amethyst and Metal Dance).
Hooks: 4.5 mm hook (for the hat body) and 5.5 mm hook (for the ruffle/brim).
Other: Scissors, Yarn Needle.

Hat Crown and Sides (Using 4.5 mm Hook)

Row 1: Magic Ring Base

Make a Magic Ring.
Chain 3 (counts as first DC), then place 1 DC in the ring.
(Chain 1, 2 DC in the ring). Repeat this sequence 5 more times.
You should have 6 sets of 2 DC (12 stitches total).
Pull ring closed and SS into the top of the beginning Chain 3 to join.

First Increase

Chain 3 (counts as first DC), 1 DC in the same space.
(Chain 1, 2 DC in the same space, Chain 1).
In the next chain space, repeat the increase: (2 DC, Chain 1, 2 DC in the same space, Chain 1).
Repeat the increase sequence in every chain space around.
SS into the top of the Chain 3. (24 stitches total).

Granny Clusters

Chain 3 (counts as first DC), 2 DC in the same space.
(Chain 1, 3 DC in the next chain space). Repeat the sequence in every chain space around.
SS into the top of the Chain 3. (36 stitches total).

Second Increase (Alternating Clusters)

Chain 3 (counts as first DC), 2 DC in the same space (Cluster A: 3 DC).
Chain 1.
In the next space, work an increase: (2 DC, Chain 1, 2 DC in the same space) (Cluster B).
Chain 1.
Pattern: (Cluster A, Chain 1, Cluster B, Chain 1).
Repeat this sequence around.
You should end the row on a Cluster B.
SS into the top of the Chain 3. (42 stitches total).

Granny Clusters

Chain 3 (counts as first DC), 2 DC in the same space.
(Chain 1, 3 DC in the next chain space). Repeat the sequence in every chain space around.
SS into the top of the Chain 3. (54 stitches total).

Third Increase (Color Change)

Change yarn color.
Chain 3 (counts as first DC), 2 DC in the same space (3 DC Cluster).
Chain 1.
Work a 3 DC Cluster, Chain 1 in the next five spaces.
In the next space (the 6th space), work an increase: (2 DC, Chain 1, 2 DC in the same space).
Pattern: (Five 3-DC Clusters, Chain 1, One Increase Cluster, Chain 1). Repeat this pattern around.
SS into the top of the Chain 3. (57 stitches total).

Straight Section

Work the same as Row 5 (no increases).
Chain 3 (counts as first DC), 2 DC in the same space.
(Chain 1, 3 DC in the next chain space). Repeat the sequence in every chain space around.
SS to join at the end of each row.

Granny Clusters

Change yarn color.
Work the same as Row 5 (3 DC Cluster in every space, separated by Chain 1).
SS into the top of the Chain 3.

Switch to the 5.5 mm hook

Single Crochet Base

Chain 1.
Place 1 Single Crochet (SC) in the same space.
Work 1 SC in every DC stitch and every Chain 1 space around the row.
SS into the first SC to join.

Row 18: Ruffle Cluster (No Chain Space)

Chain 3 (counts as first DC), 2 DC in the same space.
Place 3 DC in every space (the spaces between the 3-DC clusters from the previous row) until the end of the row. Do not Chain 1 between clusters.
SS to the top of the Chain 3.

Ruffle Cluster (No Chain Space)

Chain 3 (counts as first DC), 2 DC in the same space.
Place 3 DC in every space until the end of the row. Do not Chain 1 between clusters.
SS into the top of the Chain 3.