Instructions
Free adorable bear hat crochet pattern Basics
0/13Notes
- •This Free adorable bear hat crochet pattern includes organized steps, materials, and helpful resources for crocheters.
- •Instructions are for size 6 months. Changes for sizes 12 months and Child are in parentheses.
- •Work in rounds without turning unless specified.
- •Helpful resources: patterns catalog, crochet patterns for adults, Craft Yarn Council, Ravelry.
Make an adjustable ring: Wrap yarn around finger with tail to left and under working yarn. Insert hook through circle from front to back, yarn over and pull up a loop.
Round 1: Ch 2 (counts as hdc here and throughout), work 9 hdc into adjustable ring; slip st to top of beginning ch to join – 10 hdc. Pull beginning yarn tail to close ring.
Round 2: Ch 2, hdc in same st, work 2 hdc in each hdc around; slip st to top of beginning ch to join – 20 hdc.
Round 3: Ch 2, hdc in each hdc around; slip st to top of beginning ch to join.
Round 4: Ch 2, hdc in same st, hdc in next hdc, * 2 hdc in next hdc, hdc in next hdc; repeat from * around, slip st to top of beginning ch to join – 30 hdc.
Round 5: Ch 2, hdc in each hdc around; slip st to top of beginning ch to join.
Round 6: Ch 2, hdc in same st, hdc in next 2 hdc, * 2 hdc in next hdc, hdc in next 2 hdc; repeat from * around, slip st to top of beginning ch to join – 40 hdc.
Round 7: Ch 2, hdc in each hdc around; slip st to top of beginning ch to join.
Round 8: Ch 2, hdc in same st, hdc in next 3 hdc, * 2 hdc in next hdc, hdc in next 3 hdc; repeat from * around, slip st to top of beginning ch to join – 50 hdc.
Round 9: Ch 2, hdc in each hdc around; slip st to top of beginning ch to join.
Round 10: Ch 2, hdc in same st, hdc in next 24 (4, 4) hdc, * 2 hdc in next hdc, hdc in next 24 (4, 4) hdc; repeat from * around, slip st to top of beginning ch to join – 52 (60, 60) hdc.
Size Child ONLY: Round 11: Ch 2, hdc in each hdc around; slip st to top of beginning ch to join.
Size Child ONLY: Round 12: Ch 2, hdc in same st, hdc in next 11 hdc, * 2 hdc in next hdc, hdc in next 11 hdc; repeat from * around, slip st to top of beginning ch to join – 65 hdc.
Body
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- •All sizes: Work even rounds without increases.
Round 1: Ch 2, hdc in each hdc around; slip st to top of beginning ch to join, turn.
Repeat Round 1 four (six, six) times.
Last round: Ch 1, sc in same st and each st around, slip st to 1st sc to join. Fasten off, leaving a 6" (15.25 cm) tail.
Ears
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- •Make 2 ears.
Make adjustable ring; yarn over and pull up a loop.
Row 1: Ch 2, work 7 hdc into ring, turn. Pull beginning yarn tail to close ring.
Row 2: Ch 2, 2 hdc in 1st hdc, hdc in next 5 hdc, 2 hdc in last hdc, turn – 9 hdc.
Row 3: Ch 2, 2 hdc in 1st hdc, hdc in next 7 hdc, 2 hdc in last hdc – 11 hdc. Fasten off, leaving a 6" (15.25 cm) tail.
Finishing
0/4With right side facing, flatten hat with the joining seam at the center back.
Center one Ear on the 5th (6th, 6th) round of the flattened hat crown. Using the Ear yarn tail and yarn needle, sew the ear in place.
Repeat on the opposite side with the second ear.
With yarn needle, weave in all loose ends.
FAQ
Questions about this pattern
Is Free Adorable Bear Hat Crochet Pattern good for beginners?+
Yes. Free Adorable Bear Hat Crochet Pattern is marked easy and includes step-by-step instructions, materials, gauge notes, and progress checkboxes.
What yarn weight do I need for Free Adorable Bear Hat Crochet Pattern?+
This pattern lists Bulky (5). If you substitute yarn, make a gauge swatch before starting so the finished size stays close to the pattern notes.
How long does Free Adorable Bear Hat Crochet Pattern take to crochet?+
The estimated time is 3–4 hours. Your pace may change depending on yarn choice, stitch familiarity, and how much finishing the project needs.
Do I need to check gauge for this crochet pattern?+
Yes. The pattern gauge is 13 sts = 4" (10 cm); 10 rounds = 4" (10 cm) in half double crochet. Use the listed hook size, 5.5mm (US I-9), unless your swatch tells you to adjust. Checking gauge helps avoid a finished project that is too small, too large, or too stiff.
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