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Free crochet messy bun hat pattern for beginners Basics
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- •This Free crochet messy bun hat pattern for beginners includes organized steps, materials, and helpful resources for crocheters.
- •Hat is worked in joined rounds with right side facing.
- •Helpful resources: patterns catalog, crochet patterns for adults, Craft Yarn Council, Ravelry.
Join yarn with a slip knot around ponytail holder.
Ch 3 (counts as dc here and throughout), 17 (19) dc around holder.
Join with a slip st in top of beginning ch—18 (20) dc.
Round 2: Ch 3, 2 dc in next dc, *dc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc; repeat from * around; join with slip st in top of beginning ch—27 (30) dc.
Round 3: Ch 3, dc in same st as join, skip next dc, *2 dc in next dc, skip next dc; repeat from * around to last dc, dc in last dc; join with slip st in top of beginning ch—13 two-dc groups and 1 dc.
Rounds 4 and 5: Slip st in next dc, slip st in space before next 2-dc group, ch 3, dc in same space, *2 dc in next space between 2-dc groups; repeat from * 11 times, 2 dc in space before last dc, dc in space between last dc and beginning ch; join with slip st in top of beginning ch.
Round 6: Slip st in next dc; slip st in space before next 2-dc group, ch 3, dc in same space, *2 dc in next space between 2-dc groups; repeat from * 11 times, 2 dc in space before last dc, dc in space between last dc and beginning ch; join with slip st in top of beginning ch.
Fasten off.
FAQ
Questions about this pattern
Is Free Crochet Messy Bun Hat Pattern for Beginners good for beginners?+
Yes. Free Crochet Messy Bun Hat Pattern for Beginners is marked beginner and includes step-by-step instructions, materials, gauge notes, and progress checkboxes.
What yarn weight do I need for Free Crochet Messy Bun Hat Pattern for Beginners?+
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 Crochet Messy Bun Hat Pattern for Beginners take to crochet?+
The estimated time is 15–20 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 6 dc = 4½" (11.5 cm); 4 rows = 4" (10 cm). Use the listed hook size, 11.5mm [US P-16], unless your swatch tells you to adjust. Checking gauge helps avoid a finished project that is too small, too large, or too stiff.
Can I print Free Crochet Messy Bun Hat Pattern for Beginners?+
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