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Bucket Hat Pattern

Bucket Hat Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Playful Twist

Fun patterns meet timeless design in pieces that express personality while remaining wonderfully wearable.

About This Bucket Hat Pattern

This pattern makes a colorful crochet Bucket Hat constructed from a hexagonal top, six granny squares and eleven trapezoid panels. You will use magic rings, double crochets and classic granny techniques to build each piece. The join-as-you-go/sew-together finishing creates a neat, wearable brimmed hat.

Bucket Hat Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern uses color changes each round so you can make a playful, multicolored hat or use single-color rounds. Full assembly and finishing instructions are included so your project looks professional and finished.

Why You'll Love This Bucket Hat Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines classic granny motifs with an unexpected hat shape that feels fresh and fun. I love how the hexagon top gives a perfect center to build around and the trapezoids create a flattering brim. Sewing the pieces together and working the finishing rounds makes the hat feel custom and polished, and I always enjoy the meditative process of changing colors round by round. The hat is a great way to use leftover yarn and to make a unique accessory with endless color possibilities.

Bucket Hat Pattern step 1 - construction progress Bucket Hat Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Bucket Hat Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Bucket Hat Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with colors on this hat; you can try a tonal palette for a subtle look or go rainbow-bright for a statement piece.

To change the size, use a different yarn weight and adjust the number of trapezoids or rounds; bulky yarn with a larger hook makes a chunkier hat.

I often line hats for extra structure and comfort; try a light cotton lining sewn to the inside for a neat finish.

For a stiffer brim, apply spray starch or a diluted Mod Podge solution to both sides and shape until dry.

You can add embellishments like a crocheted flower, pompom, ribbon band, or embroidered details to personalize your hat.

Try ombre or gradient yarn for seamless color transitions without cutting yarn each round.

If you want a floppy sun hat, skip the HDC brim round and use a softer yarn or larger hook for a relaxed edge.

I sometimes add a thin wire in the edge when blocking to make the brim shape hold; use caution and a fabric channel to enclose the wire.

Make matching accessories—like a headband or small bag—using the same granny motifs to create a coordinated set.

Experiment with different joining methods: whipstitch for a seamless look or exposed single crochet for a decorative ridged join.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the magic ring step can leave a large visible hole in the center; always start with a magic ring and close it securely after Round 1. ✗ Not cutting yarn and restarting each round when changing colors causes messy joins and uneven color transitions; cut yarn after each round and start next round in the same corner for consistent results. ✗ Failing to count your stitches after increases will lead to mismatched edges; count stitches at the end of each round to ensure you have the stated stitch total. ✗ Sewing parts without orienting the starting corners leads to an untidy back and uneven seams; align starting corners and sew with the wrong side facing you for a neat finish.

Bucket Hat Pattern

Make a vibrant, retro-inspired bucket hat using granny squares, a hexagonal top and trapezoid panels. This pattern guides you step-by-step through magic rings, color changes, joining and finishing so you can make a polished, wearable hat. Perfect for using up colorful scraps and creating a unique accessory you will love to wear and gift.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Bucket Hat Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Worsted weight cotton yarn (#4), approximately 280-320 yards total
  • 02
    Approximately 50-60 yards of each color used (make multiple small color changes for each round)
  • 03
    Optional: Spray starch or Mod Podge + water for stiffening/blocking

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook E-4 / 3.5mm
  • 02
    Scissors
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    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving ends
  • 04
    Stitch markers (optional)
  • 05
    Measuring tape
  • 06
    Pins for assembly (optional)
  • 07
    Spray starch or Mod Podge and water for blocking/stiffening

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— The Hexagonal Base (make 1) :

Info :

I made each round with a different colour. Then, after each round, cut the yarn and start the next row with a different color. The starting Ch 3 is considered a DC.

Round 1 :

make a Magic ring, into ring crochet Ch3(note: consider Ch3 as first DC), 2 DC, ch2, *3 DC, Ch2*, repeat from *-* for 5 times, Join with a Sl St to the top of first Ch3. Cut the yarn. < 6 groups of 3 DC, 6 Ch2 >

Info :

For a nice finish on the back side, every row will start in the same corner.

Round 2 :

Add the yarn in the last ch 2 space - where you finished the previous row and you made the sl. st., Ch3 and 2 DC into the same Ch 2 space, * in next ch2 space make (3 DC, Ch2, 3 DC) * repeat from *-* for 5times, in the beginning Ch2 space make 3 DC, Ch2, and join with a Sl St to the top of first Ch3. Cut the yarn. < 12 groups of 3 DC, 6 Ch2 >

Round 3 :

Add the yarn in the last ch 2 space - where you finished the previous round, Ch3 and 2 DC into the same Ch 2 space, make 3 DC in the space Between the DC groups, *in next ch2 space make (3 DC, Ch2, 3 DC), make 3 DC in between the DC groups* repeat *-* x 5 times, in the beginning Ch2 space make 3 DC, Ch2 and join with a Sl St to the top of first Ch3. Cut the yarn. < 18 groups of 3 DC >

Round 4 :

(no more Ch 2 space): Add the yarn in the last ch 2 space - where you finished the previous round, Ch3 and 2 DC into the same Ch 2 space, make 3 DC in the space Between the DC groups x 2 times *in next ch2 space make 6 DC, (make 3 DC in the space between the DC groups)x 2 times* repeat from *-* x 5 times, in the beginning Ch2 space make 3 DC and join with a Sl St to the top of first Ch3. Cut the yarn. < 72 DC >

Info :

On the back side, all yarn ends are in the same corner (the Starting Corner).

Round 5 :

Add the yarn in first DC of the Starting corner, Ch3 and DC in each of next 5 DC, (DC in next st, 2DC in next st = increase made , DC in next st) x 2 times, * DC in each of 6 DC from the corner, (DC in next st,2DC in next st = increase made , DC in next st) x 2 times * repeat from *-* until the end of the round, join with a Sl St to the top of first Ch3. Cut the yarn. < 84 DC >

Info :

It is important to have 84 sts, because the number of sts needs to equal the number of sts you have in the top edge of your 6 granny squares. When you count the st across the top edge of one of the 6 squares, it has 14 st = 12DC + 2 chains; therefore if you count the top row of all 6 squares you get a total of 6 x14= 84sts. One chain on each corner is counted as 1 stitch.

Round 6 :

Add the yarn in the Starting corner, Ch3 and make DC in each DC from previous round < 84 DC > Trim your thread and fasten off leaving a 50 inch tail to sew the base and the squares together. < 84 DC >

— Granny Square (make 6) :

Round 1 :

make a Magic ring, into ring crochet Ch3(note: consider Ch3 as first DC), 2 DC, ch2, *3 DC, Ch2*, repeat from *-* for 3 times, Join with a Sl St to the top of first Ch3. Cut the yarn. < 4 groups of 3 DC, 4 Ch2 >

Round 2 :

Add the yarn in the last ch 2 space, Ch3 and 2 DC into the same Ch 2 space, * in next ch2 space make (3 DC, Ch2, 3 DC) * repeat from *-* for 3Times, in the beginning Ch2 space make 3 DC, Ch2, and join with a Sl St to the top of first Ch3. Cut the yarn. < 8 groups of 3 DC, 4 Ch2 >

Round 3 :

Add the yarn into the last Ch 2 space, Ch3 and 2 DC into the same Ch 2 space, make 3 DC in the space Between the DC groups, *in next ch2 space make (3 DC, Ch2, 3 DC), make 3 DC in space Between the DC groups *, repeat from *-* x 3 times, in the beginning Ch2 space make 3 DC, Ch2 join with a Sl St to the Ch3. Cut the yarn. < 12 groups of 3 DC, 4 Ch2 >

Round 4 :

Add the yarn into the last Ch 2 space, Ch3 and 2 DC into the same Ch 2 space, -(make 3 DC in the space Between the DC groups) 2 times, * in next ch2 space make (3 DC, Ch2, 3 DC), (make 3 DC in the space Between the DC groups) 2 times *, repeat from *-* x 3 times, in the beginning Ch2 space make 3 DC, Ch2 and join with a Sl St to the top of first Ch3. Trim your thread and fasten off leaving a 12 inch tail to sew the squares together. < 16 groups of 3 DC >

— Granny Trapezoid (make 11) :

Info :

The first 2 rounds - same way as you did the square (see on previous page). In next round Round 3, on one side you will work only 2 DC instead of 3DC, so that this side will be smaller and you obtain a trapezoidal shape.

Round 3 :

Add the yarn into the last Ch 2 space, Ch3 and 1 DC into the same Ch 2 space, make 2 DC in Between the DC groups, in next Ch2 space make (2 DC, Ch2, 3 DC), *make 3 DC in the space between the DC groups, in next Ch2 space make (3 DC, Ch2, 3 DC)* repeat from *-* one more time, make 3 DC in the space between the DC groups, in the beginning Ch2 space make 3 DC, Ch2 and join with a Sl St to the top of first Ch3. Trim your thread and fasten off leaving at least a 12-inch tail, to sew the trapezoids together. < 3 groups of 2 DC, 9 groups of 3 DC >

— Sew the parts :

Step 1 :

Sew the 6 squares to the hexagonal top of the hat. Orient the squares so that you have the starting corner - the one with many threads ends - towards the hexagon, for a beautiful finish. - sew with the wrong side facing you. - use the 50" yarn thread from row 6 of the hexagon. - see pictures below:

Step 2 :

Sew the sides of the squares - sew with the wrong side facing you. - use the 12" yarn thread from row 4 of each square -see picture below:

Step 3 :

Work a round of SC around the squares You have 6 granny squares a 14 sts each ( the chain count as 1 st) Add the yarn and make *SC in each st, for a total of 20 SC, then in next st you’ll make 2 SC* , repeat from *-* until the end of the round. Trim your thread and fasten off leaving a 50 inch tail to sew the middle of the hat and the trapezoids together. You will obtain 88 SC.

Step 4 :

Sew the 11 trapezoids to the SC round - sew with the wrong side facing you. - use the 50" yarn thread from the previous SC round. - see picture below:

Step 5 :

Sew the sides of the trapezoids - sew with the wrong side facing you, - use the 12" yarn thread from the round 3 of each trapezoids - sew from the middle of the hat, to the bottom edge- see pictures below:

Step 6 :

Finish with a round of HDC around the bottom edge of the 11 trapezoids.

Info :

FINISHING: Fasten off and weave in all ends. If you want to block this hat, to stiffen it, I suggest you spray both sides with Spray Starch, and allow it to dry completely. Instead of Spray Starch, you can use Mod podge and water.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the 6 granny squares to the hexagonal top aligning the starting corner of each square with the hexagon corner and sew with the wrong side facing you using the 50" tail from round 6 of the hexagon.
  • Sew the adjacent sides of the 6 squares together using the 12" tail left from round 4 of each square, working with the wrong side facing you for a neat seam.
  • Work one round of single crochet around the joined squares, following the instruction to make 88 SC total, leaving a 50" tail when fastening off to use for joining trapezoids.
  • Sew the 11 trapezoids to the SC round using the 50" tail from the SC round, matching trapezoid corners to the SC round positions.
  • Sew the sides of each trapezoid together using the 12" tail from round 3 of each trapezoid, working from the middle of the hat outward to the bottom edge for even shaping.
  • Finish by working a round of HDC around the bottom edge of the assembled trapezoids, then fasten off and weave in all ends; block/stiffen with spray starch or Mod Podge if desired.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers or a visual reference to ensure every round starts in the same corner for a clean back finish.
  • 💡Cut the yarn after each round when changing colors and start each round into the same corner for easier finishing.
  • 💡Leave the indicated long tails (50" and 12") when fastening off to use for sewing pieces together without needing extra yarn.
  • 💡The starting Ch3 in rounds is considered a DC—count that chain as the first double crochet when counting stitch totals.
  • 💡Work with slightly tighter tension or a smaller hook if you want a firmer, more structured hat brim.

This cheerful Bucket Hat pattern is a joyful mix of granny motifs and bright color changes that make each hat unique. It is perfect for scraps and playful wardrobes, bringing handmade charm to your outfits. Have fun stitching, sewing, and styling your new favorite hat! 🧶🎨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished adult-size bucket hat will fit average adult head sizes when made with worsted weight yarn and the recommended hook; blocking/stiffening can slightly adjust fit.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can change yarn weight, but the final size and stitch counts will change; use a suitable hook and make a gauge swatch to adjust the number of panels if needed.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate; familiarity with magic ring, double crochet, granny square construction, and basic sewing assembly is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours depending on experience, color changes, and assembly time.