Vista Point Crochet Hat Pattern You’ll Want To Wear All Season

The Vista Point Crochet Hat pattern is a must-try for anyone who loves texture and a snug, cozy fit. This versatile design uses front and back post stitches to create a cushy, ribbed band that transitions beautifully into an eye-catching shell pattern. Ideal for chilly days, the hat is worked in the round and includes a gradual decrease section for a smooth, polished top.

Crochet Hat

With easy customization options like adjusting the band or main body height, and a chance to finish it off with a pom-pom or button, this pattern is perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Whether you're making it for yourself, a gift, or to sell, the Vista Point Hat combines comfort, style, and function in one trendy design.

Materials

One 100g ball of yarn (weight 3–4)
Two crochet hooks: main size and one size larger
Two stitch markers
Measuring tape
Yarn needle
Optional: Pom-pom or decorative button

Band / Ribbing Section

Round 1:

Work a foundation single crochet or a chain in multiples of 6 + 1 to fit your head.
Join ends into a circle, ensuring there are no twists.

Round 2:

Chain 2 (does not count as a stitch).
Double crochet in the same stitch and in each stitch around.

For Round 3:

Chain 2.
Front post double crochet around the first stitch.
Back post double crochet around the next.
Repeat FPDC and BPDC around.

Round 4:

Chain 2.
Repeat Round 3, maintaining the post stitch pattern.
Repeat Round 4 until the band reaches your desired height.

Main Pattern

Round 1:

Chain 3 (counts as 1st double crochet), add 4 more double crochets into the same stitch (5 total = 1 shell).
Skip next 2 stitches.
Place 2 double crochets in the next stitch.
Repeat: shell in one stitch, skip 2, 2 DC in next stitch.

Round 2:

Chain 1 and turn.
Slip stitch between the 2 DC from previous round.
Chain 3 (counts as first DC), place 4 more DC in the same space to form a shell.
Continue working shells between stitches.
Repeat Round 2 for 2–3 more rounds, alternating between right side and wrong side for texture.

Decrease Section

Round 1:

Chain 1 and turn.
Slip stitch between the 2 DC.
Work 4 DC instead of 5 in each shell space (decreasing shell size).

Round 2:

Chain 1 and turn.
Slip stitch between the first 2 DC.
Place 3 DC in each shell space.
In the middle of each shell, place 2 DC directly in the center.

For Round 3:

Chain 1 and turn.
Slip stitch between the 2 DC.
Place 2 DC between each set of stitches: one between stitch 1–2 and one between stitch 2–3 of the previous shell.