2021 was the year of the bucket hat comeback. This 90s trend is still going strong and is sure to be the unofficial hat of the summer. They’re cute and they’re easy to make, so why don’t you check out these free crochet bucket hat patterns!
When I say easy I mean easy! If you have ever crocheted a hat before, then you should have no problem crocheting a bucket hat. Most of the free crochet bucket hat patterns on this list can be made using just the basic single crochet stitches, so you don’t have to be a crochet wizard to jump on the bucket hat bandwagon!
If you don’t know how to crochet a bucket hat, then you are in the right place. If you do know how, but you want to find more amazing and free crochet bucket hat patterns, then you are in the right place too! What I’m trying to say is that there are a lot of fantastic patterns here and you are surely not going to be disappointed.
Whether you are seeking a bucket hat with a small brim or a wide brim, a straight brim or a floppy brim, a solid color or a multicolor, a flat surface or a textured one – we have the perfect free crochet bucket hat pattern for you! So don’t waste time scrolling through endless pages on the internet and getting frustrated with broken links and confusing patterns.
Our curated selection of free crochet bucket hat patterns is sure to impress. So what are you waiting for? Scroll down and see all of these fantastic designs for yourself! I bet that you are going to want to make more than one.
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25 Best Free Crochet Bucket Hat Patterns
Annie Bucket Hat
While most free crochet bucket hat patterns are one-size-fits-all, the Annie Bucket Hat is available in 4 sizes. This is great news if you have trouble finding hat patterns to fit you. Grab your super bulky yarn, get ready to single crochet, and you will be done with this bucket hat before you know it!
Designer: Two of Wands
Yarn: Lion Brand Go for Faux (Super Bulky Weight #6)
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Sunny Bucket Hat
The Sunny Bucket Hat rides the line between sun hat and bucket hat. It is distinguished by an extra wide and slightly floppy brim. The pattern keeps the stitchwork simple so that the overall shape of the hat can really shine. All you need to know is how to single crochet and work in the round.
Designer: We Are Knitters
Yarn: we are knitters The Pima Cotton (Aran Weight #4)
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Granny Square Bucket Hat
Uncle Sam would be proud of this granny square bucket hat made in red, white, and blue. Of course, the color selection is up to you, so why not experiment with a single color scheme or a rainbow color scheme instead? This would be a great project for using up scraps of yarn leftovers!
Designer: Paula Joppru
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Solids (Aran Weight #4)
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Willow Bucket Hat
Say hello to the Willow Bucket Hat! A bulky weight yarn that’s a little fuzzy is perfect for crochet bucket hat patterns that you plan on wearing while it’s still cold out. Plus, the thick yarn will help cut down on time spent crocheting! The pattern calls for single and half double crochet stitches along with a crab stitch edging.
Designer: Chris Hamada
Yarn: Red Heart Hygge (Bulky Weight #5)
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Basketweave Bucket Hat
Turn up the texture with the Basketweave Bucket Hat! You’ll get to explore 3 stitch patterns with this 1 fun design. The crown of the hat goes by quickly with double crochet stitches, the contrasting band is made by alternating front and back post double crochet stitches, and the wide brim gets plenty of structure from tight single crochet stitches.
Designer: Hooked on Homemade Happiness
Yarn: Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn! (Aran Weight #4)
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Crochet Bucket Hat
Classic black never goes out of style and it’s so easy to match your outfit with too. You can’t go wrong with this all black bucket hat from Sirdar. Using just single crochet stitches and a thin DK weight yarn you can create this head turning hat. I love the wide brim and the casual way that it slightly ruffles.
Designer: Sirdar
Yarn: Sirdar Stories (DK Weight #3)
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Beach Day Bucket Hat
Black on neutral is a classic color combination that goes well with everything. So what better color combination could there be for a cute bucket hat that’s perfect for enjoying a day at the beach? Made with all single crochet stitches, the free crochet pattern was originally designed for donating to cancer centers.
Designer: Hooked on Homemade Happiness
Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran (Worsted Weight #4)
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The Copacabana Bucket Hat
If you are a fan of crochet amigurumi, then you might have heard of the yarn under single crochet stitch. This variation on the single crochet stitch yields an extra tight fabric with a good amount of structure – perfect for a bucket hat. It also changes the look of the stitches – each one makes a little “X” in the fabric of the work.
Designer: Zamiguz Crochet Creations
Yarn: Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton! (Aran Weight #4)
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Cotton Bucket Hat
A wider brim makes this bucket hat stand out from the crowd. It’s sort of like a bucket hat crossed with a sun hat. Whatever you want to call it, it sure is cute! The seamless design is crocheted in all half double crochet stitches. The free crochet pattern is available in both video and written formats.
Designer: Yarndrasil
Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (Worsted Weight #4)
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Gothic Kitty Bucket Hat
Choosing a self striping yarn is an easy way to add interest and color to your bucket hat. You get the benefit of professionally matched colors and you don’t have to mess around with changing colors or weaving in all the extra ends. Try it out with this single crochet bucket hat pattern!
Designer: Littlejohn’s Yarn
Yarn: Felicity Yarn Studio Worsted (Worsted Weight #4)
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Elegant Hat
Crochet bucket hat patterns share many similarities with vintage cloche style hats. The Elegant Hat blurs the line between these two hat styles to create something unique. Notice the jaunty flip of the brim in the back of the hat and the decorative hat band complete with bow. The pattern uses mainly single crochet stitches so it’s fairly easy.
Designer: Kim Guzman Designs
Yarn: Caron Simply Soft Solids (Aran Weight #4)
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Zoom Bucket Hat
Bucket hats aren’t just for girls! Men can rock the bucket hat look too. Check out the Zoom Bucket Hat from Take Back the Knit! The design features a color block look and a flared a-line silhouette. What a fun vibe for spring and summer! And the best part is that it’s all single crochet stitches.
Designer: Take Back the Knit!
Yarn: Rowan Cotton Glace (DK Weight #3)
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Chunky Bucket Hat
If you’re short on time or if you need to make a lot of hats, then you’ll love these Chunky Bucket Hats. Super bulky weight yarn makes these hats practically fly off your crochet hook. The chunky style is really trending right now, so you’ll fit right in! Do you know someone who would love one of these chunky bucket hats?
Designer: Designs by KN
Yarn: Plymouth Yarn Encore Mega (Super Bulky Weight #6)
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Daisy Flower Bucket Hat
Free crochet bucket hat patterns with floral aspects are perfect for Spring! You could outshine your garden in this flattering Daisy Flower Bucket Hat. The pattern starts out with the daisy square motifs worked individually. Then you join them all together, add the brim, and you’re done!
Designer: My Accessory Box
Yarn: Nako Calico (DK Weight #3)
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Leighla Bucket Hat
How do you feel about projects that combine crochet and knitting? This bucket hat pattern uses the bold texture of garter stitch knitting with the pure fun of crochet granny stitch. The resulting explosion of color and texture is a match made in heaven! If you are lucky enough to know how to do both crafts, then you should really give this hat a go.
Designer: Heather Leigh Cox
Yarn: (Worsted Weight #4)
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Fun Fur Bucket Hat
It’s not too late to rock this faux fur bucket hat. With super bulky yarn, you’ll be done crocheting it in a flash so you’ll still have a month or two to wear it before the weather turns too sunny. The pattern calls for just single crochet stitches, but I wouldn’t recommend it for beginners unless you’re familiar with faux fur yarn.
Designer: Crafty Kitty Crochet
Yarn: Lion Brand Go for Faux (Super Bulky Weight #6)
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Oh Snap Bucket Hat
If your bucket hat isn’t feeling 90s enough for you, then why not try adding a cute checkered design to your color scheme? The Oh Snap Bucket Hat uses yarn under single crochet stitches for a stiff fabric with virtually no holes. This gives the hat great structure and helps the brim stay flared out.
Designer: Once Upon a Cheerio
Yarn: Knit Picks Dishie Solids (Worsted Weight #4)
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Reversible Bucket Hat
What could be better than free crochet bucket hat patterns? How about 2 in 1! Simply turn your bucket hat inside out to reveal a different color and change your look. The pattern is available in both children’s and adult sizes. It calls for half double crochet stitches with an optional crab stitch edging.
Designer: Nine Inspired
Yarn: Cascade Yarns ® Noble Cotton (Worsted Weight #4)
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Granny Bucket Hat
Granny’s still got it! The Granny Bucket Hat would fit seamlessly into the crochet scene over on tiktok right now. This trendy design is loud and proud – and it’s a great way to use up your scrap yarn too. Choose similar colors to achieve that 70s vibe – green, orange, blue, and yellow. It’s a total compliment catcher!
Designer: Red Heart Design Team
Yarn: Red Heart O’Go Super Saver (Aran Weight #4)
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Pretty in Spring Bucket Hat
Pastel green is the unofficial color of spring. What a great color choice for the Pretty in Spring Bucket Hat! Made all in single crochet, this design boasts a clean appearance and a straight brim. Add a pop of color and make a statement with colorful crochet flower motifs attached to the hat.
Designer: Yarn Craftee
Yarn: Performance Cotton Passion (Aran Weight #4)
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Ridge Hat with Brim
Channel your inner vintage vixen with bold ridges and a large flower motif. The way that the brim flares out reminds me of flower petals and I really love the effect. The pattern uses post stitches to create the vertical lines running down the length of the hat. It shares a lot of similarities with free crochet bucket hat patterns and yet it’s really kind of its own thing.
Designer: Stitch of Love Blog
Yarn: (Worsted Weight #4)
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Everyday Bucket Hat
When you need your crochet bucket hat patterns to match all your different outfits, then basic is best. The Everyday Bucket Hat really could be worn everyday thanks to its streamlined design and simple monochrome color scheme. I also like that the brim of this bucket hat is a little understated. So chic!
Designer: Guanwen Huang
Yarn: Knit Picks Dishie Solids (Worsted Weight #4)
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Sunseeker Bucket Hat
Bright colors and bold stripes scream summer! You are sure to turn some heads in the Sunseeker Bucket Hat from Wool and the Gang. Bulky weight yarn and simple single crochet stitches are a winning combination for a solid and sturdy bucket hat with a good amount of structure.
Designer: Wool and the Gang
Yarn: Wool and the Gang Shiny Happy Cotton (Bulky Weight #5)
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Sun Daze Bucket Hat
Add a little lacework into your crochet bucket hat to ensure that it doesn’t make you too hot when the weather starts warming up. The lace also adds a bit of sophistication and interest to the Sun Daze Bucket Hat design – especially considering that it’s all one color. Special techniques include v-stitch and crocheting into the 3rd loop.
Designer: Hooked on Homemade Happiness
Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran (Worsted Weight #4)
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Daisy Flower Bucket Hat
A ring of daisy granny squares forms the main part of this chic black and white bucket hat. The design is a stunning example of a granny square bucket hat that’s not over the top. It’s a sleek and sophisticated look that anyone would love to wear – to brunch, to the beach, or on an evening out on the town!
Designer: Lisa Auch Crochet
Yarn: Cygnet DK (DK Weight #3)
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Let’s keep the trend train rolling and make ALL the free crochet bucket hat patterns! I for one am so glad that this style of hat is trending again and I can’t wait to see all your beautiful creations. Did you have a favorite pattern from this list? I would love to hear from you in the comments below!
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Happy Crocheting!
Amanda
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