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Reversible Octo Mood Hat Pattern

Reversible Octo Mood 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 Reversible Octo Mood Hat Pattern

This pattern makes a reversible octopus mood hat by crocheting two matching hat bases and joining them together for a flip-able look. It features double crochet rounds, a ruffled brim created with front loop work, and embroidered facial details for two moods. The construction is largely no-sew apart from face embroidery, making assembly quick and neat.

Reversible Octo Mood Hat Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You will create two hat crowns in contrasting colors and join their brims with a third color for a neat reversible finish. The hat is adult-sized but easily adjustable by removing increase rows for smaller sizes.

Why You'll Love This Reversible Octo Mood Hat Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it blends playful design with practical construction — a reversible hat gives you two looks in one. I enjoy how customizing colors instantly changes the personality of the hat and makes each version unique. The ruffled brim adds a lovely silhouette that keeps the pattern fun and engaging to make. Sewing only the facial embroidery keeps the assembly minimal while allowing expressive finishing touches.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easily you can change the hat's personality by swapping colours; try pastel shades for a softer look or neon colours for bold drama.

You can change the size by removing one or more increase rows (especially between rows 6-8) to make a child-sized version.

I often make a chunky version by using a bulkier yarn and a larger hook, which creates a thicker, warmer hat perfect for winter.

For a mini keychain or child-sized toy, use fingering or DK weight yarn with a smaller hook to create a tiny octo hat.

I sometimes add felt backing to the embroidered eyes for extra stability and a cleaner finish — glue or sew them before embroidery.

Try adding a small pompom or tassel at the crown knot for a playful accent that also hides the triple knot securely.

You can embroider different mouth shapes and eyebrow positions to create an entire mood collection—happy, sleepy, surprised, and grumpy all look great.

Consider using variegated yarn for one crown and a solid for the other to get a textured, two-tone reversible effect without extra sewing.

I like to edge the brim with a contrasting slip stitch row instead of HDC for a delicate finish if I want a subtler reversal.

For extra stability on the brim, try a lighter weight interfacing or a thin wire sewn into the edge, which helps the ruffle hold shape for photos or display.

I sometimes stitch on small appliques or tiny crocheted accessories (like a star or a shell) to give the hat a themed look for gifts.

Don’t be afraid to mix fibers; a cotton blend crown paired with an acrylic brim can give different drape and texture that’s interesting and wearable.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the initial chain count can make your rows off and uneven; always start each row with ch2 and count it as the first dc to keep stitch counts accurate. ✗ Not placing a stitch marker when joining brims can misalign the faces; place a marker to match face placement and ensure both brims line up before joining. ✗ Working with inconsistent tension causes the ruffle to be too tight or too floppy; maintain medium to tight tension and check your ruffle as you go, adjusting hook size if necessary. ✗ Forgetting to embroider the face before joining the hats can make placement difficult; complete eye and mouth embroidery on each crown while separate to ensure even positioning after joining. ✗ Overstretching the brim while joining can distort the shape; join with relaxed tension and shape the brim gently after finishing to maintain the ruffled look.

Reversible Octo Mood Hat Pattern

Create a playful, reversible octopus-inspired hat that changes mood with a flip of the brim. This charming pattern uses simple double crochet shaping and a decorative ruffled brim to create a unique wearable. You will make two hat bases and join them to create a reversible piece with embroidered facial expressions for happy or grumpy looks. Perfect for gifting or making a fun statement piece for yourself.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Reversible Octo Mood Hat Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    8 ply/worsted weight yarn (Australian Marvel 8ply acrylic) used in sample photos - main colours for crowns, approximate 50-100g per colour depending on size
  • 02
    Two contrasting colours for the two hat crowns (Colour A and Colour B) - approx 50-100g each
  • 03
    Third matching colour for the brim edge (contrast trim) - small amount approx 20-40g
  • 04
    Black yarn for face details - small amount for pupils and mouth
  • 05
    White yarn for eye highlights - small amount

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 4.0mm
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    Darning needle or tapestry/yarn needle for sewing and weaving ends
  • 03
    Stitch marker to mark brim join and rounds
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    Scissors

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— Skills & Notes :

Infos :

You will need a basic understanding of crochet and intermediate embroidery skills. This is a minimal sewing project – all construction of the reversible hat is NO SEW and you can leave all your ends inside the two hats... only sewing is face embroidery. This is a pattern only – not a tutorial.

Infos :

Hat is worked from the top down working in separate rows. Each row starts with ch2 which counts as your first stitch. Eg. (inc, 2dc) = chain 2, dc into the same space, 1dc into the next 2 spaces. This is an adult sized hat – smaller sizes can be achieved by eliminating increase rows between row 6-8. This pattern is in US crochet terms. Use medium to tight tension.

— Abbreviations :

Infos :

dc – double crochet. hdc – half double crochet. sl st – slip stitch. ch – chain. mc – magic circle. inc – increase (2 dc into the same stitch). (26) – number of stitches in the row. (inc, dc x 4) x Z – repeat pattern in brackets Z times. Flo – front loop only (work into the front loop of the stitch).

— Hat Base :

Info :

Make x2 in contrasting colours. Sl st into end of each row. Each row starts with ch2 which counts as your first dc stitch.

Round 1 :

Mc dc 12 (12)

Round 2 :

2 dc into each st (24)

Round 3 :

(2 dc into first stitch, 2 dc) x 8 (32)

Round 4 :

(2 dc into first st, 3 dc) x 8 (40)

Round 5 :

(2 dc into first st, 4 dc) x 8 (48)

Round 6 :

(2 dc into first st, 5 dc) x 8 (56)

Round 7 :

(2 dc into first st, 6 dc) x 8 (64)

Round 8 :

(2 dc into first st, 7 dc) x 8 (72)

Round 9 :

dc around (72)

Round 10-13 :

Rows 10 -13 dc around (72)

Round 14 :

working in flo, 2 x dc in each st (144)

Round 15 :

(2 dc in first st, 1 dc) x 72 (216)

Round 16 :

(2 dc in first st, 7 dc) x 27 (243)

Round 17 :

sew in tail

— Face Details :

Info :

Make sure to do this before joining the two hat bases together.

Eyes :

mc(dc) x 12 leaving a long tail for stitching on. Contrast colour embroider pupil – double strand stitch twice. Stitch on eyes and embroider mouth – see images for placement.

Info :

Happy face = eye pupils pointing up and smiley mouth. Grumpy face = eye pupils facing down and frowny mouth.

— Joining Hats to Make Reversible :

Step 1 :

Tie the tails from the crown of each hat together with a triple knot, insides touching.

Step 2 :

Place stitch marker to join the brims of each hat making sure face details are in line.

Step 3 :

Using your third chosen colour HDC both brim edges together working through both stitches on each hat base (see photos).

Step 4 :

HDC in each st all the way around, sl st into first hdc and sew in tail.

Info :

Shape the completed hat by shoving that beauty on your head and making sure everything is in line!

Assembly Instructions

  • Tie the tails from the crown of each hat together with a triple knot, insides touching, to align the crowns securely.
  • Place a stitch marker at a consistent starting point and align the face details so both hats mirror each other before joining the brims.
  • Using your chosen third colour, work HDC through both brim edges together, inserting the hook through the corresponding stitch on each hat brim to create a neat reversible seam.
  • Work HDC in each stitch all the way around the brim join, then sl st into the first HDC to finish the round and sew in the tail securely.
  • After joining, shape and block the hat gently by placing it on your head or a form to ensure the ruffle lays evenly and face details sit correctly.

Important Notes

  • 💡Hat is worked from the top down working in separate rows, not rounds, so keep track of row starts carefully.
  • 💡Each row starts with ch2 which counts as your first stitch—treat this consistently to maintain stitch counts.
  • 💡This is an adult sized hat; smaller sizes can be achieved by eliminating increase rows between rows 6-8.
  • 💡This pattern uses US crochet terms—check abbreviations if you usually work with UK terminology.
  • 💡Use medium to tight tension for best results; loose tension can flatten the ruffle and alter fit.

This reversible Octo Mood Hat is designed for playfulness and versatility — two looks in one hat! 🧶 Make a happy or grumpy face by changing pupil placement and mouth embroidery for instant personality. 😊😡 Enjoy creating color combinations and wear your new octo proud — tag your creations and share the joy!

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished hat is adult sized as written; exact fit depends on your tension and yarn. Removing increase rows between rows 6-8 will create smaller sizes.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use other yarn weights, but that will change the final size; adjust your hook accordingly and swatch to achieve desired dimensions.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate — basic knowledge of double crochet, increases, front-loop work, and simple embroidery is recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this hat in about 5-7 hours depending on experience and customization, including embroidery and joining time.