Use your holiday cheer to transform yarn into whimsical holiday headwear as we explore some patterns with a little bit of Christmas magic. Today’s article is all about free crochet Santa hat patterns! Whatever Santa hat you’ve been dreaming of making, we’ve got you covered with plenty of different styles and sizes to choose from.
From designs with the classic Santa look that keep to the spirit of tradition to more modern, trendy twists on the designs you know and love, there is actually a ton of variety out there for crochet Santa hat patterns.
We’ve curated a diverse collection of them for the whole family that is sure to impress, including Santa hats with beards and sack style hats with double pom poms. Explore step-by-step instructions and visual guides to help you bring your vision to life, ensuring your Santa hat stands out in a crowd.
But what makes a crochet Santa hat truly special? The personal touches, of course!
As you read through today’s crochet Santa hat patterns, you’re sure to discover plenty of inspiration for adding embellishments like buttons and pom poms. You might also think about incorporating unique elements like faux fur yarn or non-traditional colors. Decisions like these will make your creation a one-of-a-kind expression of holiday cheer.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced crocheter, you can rest easy knowing that you have a fun and relaxing project ahead of you, because the majority of these crochet Santa hat patterns call for just basic stitches. If you’re ready to infuse your holiday season with handmade warmth and festive flair, then let’s get this Christmas party started!
Scroll down and prepare to be inspired.
Santa Hat
Let’s start out with a basic and beautiful easy pattern that’s worked from the top down with classic white yarn and cranberry-colored yarn. The pattern uses mostly double crochet stitches along with a few rows of front and back post double crochet stitches for the ribbed brim. You probably already have the yarn that you need in your stash!
Designer: Crochet 365 Knit Too
Yarn: Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn! Solids (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Classic Santa Hat
This is another classic style hat but it’s got a bit of an upgrade. The extra wide ribbed brim is made with back loop single crochet stitches that look like knitting and the brim folded over for the warmth of a double brim. You’ll be working from bottom up, so you can try on the band and make sure it fits before you move on to the top of the hat which is worked in back loop double crochet stitches.
Designer: Rich Textures Crochet
Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Solids, Heathers, Twists (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the easy Santa hat pattern!
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Santa Hat
Who says that crochet Santa hat patterns have to be red? Go bold with a baby pink hat instead. If your favorite color is pink or even if you were just like really into the Barbie movie, then this hat would be a great next project for you. The pattern calls for single and double crochet stitches. You’ll also learn how to crochet a pom pom using faux fur yarn versus using a pom pom maker.
Designer: Curious Papaya
Yarn: Caron Simply Soft Holiday (Aran Weight #4)
Lion Brand Go for Faux (Super Bulky Weight #6)
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Santa Hat
Make a statement with an extra long Santa hat during Christmas time. These types of hats are so much fun to wear and they look great too. The pattern is crocheted from the top down using just double crochet stitches. Faux fur yarn as finishing touches really make the brim of the hat stand out. Plus, it’s super soft and extra cozy warm too. Talk about a win win!
Designer: Make and Do Crew
Yarn: Lion Brand Go for Faux (Super Bulky Weight #6)
Lion Brand Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free Santa hat crochet pattern!
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Santa Hat
Go for gold with this luxurious take on a traditional Santa hat. Swapping out the bright red color for a beautiful gold color really amps up the style here, as does using a faux fur yarn. Faux fur yarns can be a little challenging to work with but they really elevate your projects! The pattern is worked from the bottom up using just single crochet stitches.
Designer: Premier Yarns Design Team
Yarn: Premier Yarns Everyday Bulky (Super Bulky Weight #6)
Premier Yarns Little Bunny (Bulky Weight #5)
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Santa’s Helpers
Swap out the solid red color for a bold red and white stripe to turn a Santa hat design into more of an elf hat design. Kids of all ages love to dress up like Santa’s helpers! You can make one for your child or grandchild using mostly double crochet stitches and working from the top down. One row of reverse single crochet stitches is also called for to act as a nice edging on the bottom of the brim.
Designer: DROPS Design
Yarn: Garnstudio DROPS Baby Merino (Sport Weight #2)
Garnstudio DROPS Snow (Super Bulky Weight #6)
Click here for the free crochet Santa hat pattern!
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Santa Helper Hat
Here’s one of our crochet santa hat patterns that’s perfect for more experienced crocheters who like a bit of a challenge. The pattern calls for special stitches like half double crochet stitches in the 3rd loop, picot, shell, and bobble stitches. You can choose to make the green brim in white instead if you would prefer to stick more towards the traditional color scheme of santa hats.
Designer: Crochet For You
Yarn: Ice Yarns Favorite (Aran Weight #4)
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Santa Bonnet
How precious is this oversize santa hat? Especially on such a small child, this huge hat is just adorable. Despite its size, it works up relatively quickly thanks to the thick weight of the recommended yarn. The pattern is crocheted using single and double crochet stitches working from brim to tip.
Designer: Pont Neuf Studio
Yarn: Bernat Softee Chunky Solids (Super Bulky Weight #6)
Click here for the free easy crochet Santa hat pattern!
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Classic Santa Hat
Super bulky weight yarn and double crochet stitches make short work of the crown of this next santa hat. Half double crochet stitches and faux fur yarn are used to create the soft and fluffy brim. This is one of the quickest crochet santa hat patterns on the list, so it’s perfect if you’re in a bit of a time crunch. Short and sweet!
Designer: You’ve Been Yarned
Yarn: Bernat Softee Chunky Solids (Super Bulky Weight #6)
Yarn Bee Fur the Moment (Super Bulky Weight #6)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Secret Santa Hat
Have you ever participated in a secret Santa gift exchange with coworkers or a group of friends? This fun gift-giving tradition is as good a reason as any to make yourself one of these crochet Christmas hats. This really simple pattern calls for single and half double crochet stitches with some stitches worked into the back loops or the third loop only.
Designer: Straight Hooked for Underground Crafter
Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Simply DK (DK Weight #3)
Click here for the easy free crochet pattern!
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Santa Pants Set
If you are looking for crochet Santa hat patterns because you want to take cute baby pictures, then you are going to love this design. The free little Santa hat design comes complete with the cutest pair of Santa pants I’ve ever seen. You’ll be using single, half double, and double crochet stitches for the complete finished product along with some front and back post stitches.
Designer: Baby Crochet Designs
Yarn: Emu Classic DK (DK Weight #3)
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Long Santa Hat
Add a little texture to the traditional Santa hat silhouette with this stunning moss stitch design. Alternating single crochet and chain stitches isn’t too hard but it really makes a big difference in the finished project. Another thing I really like about this design is that the pom pom is crocheted, which is a great way to minimize extra cost versus buying premade faux fur pom poms.
Designer: Nicki’s Homemade Crafts
Yarn: Knit Picks Brava Worsted (Worsted Weight Yarn #4)
Knit Picks Fable Fur (Super Bulky Weight #6)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Bobbles and Stripes Santa Hat
Sometimes working an entire crochet project with just one or two basic stitches can be a little too boring for more experienced crocheters. So let’s shake things up with the exciting texture and stripes of our next santa hat design! The pattern calls for single and half double crochet stitches along with post and bobble stitches.
Designer: Crochet For You
Yarn: Worsted Weight #4
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Luxe Santa Hat
Did you know that super bulky weight isn’t the thickest yarn? This Santa hat pattern calls for jumbo weight yarn, which is the next size up with a large pattern gauge. You’ll be able to crochet this Santa hat in a snap using a smaller stitch count with such a thick yarn along with a very large mm hook. The pattern calls for just single and double crochet stitches and it is worked from the bottom up.
Designer: Kirsten Kopec
Yarn: Loops & Threads Royal Velvet (Jumbo Weight #7)
Loops & Threads Chenille Home (Jumbo Weight #7)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Christmas Baby Santa Hat
It’s entirely too tempting to celebrate baby’s first Christmas with a Santa hat photoshoot. There’s no excuse not to when you can whip up this quick and easy design in a jiffy. You’ll be using single crochet stitches worked into the back loops only for the brim and speedy double crochet stitches for the crown.
Designer: Traveling Hook Creative
Yarn: Bulky Weight #5
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Santa Hat
Keep it classic with this easy crochet pattern for a Santa hat. Staying traditional ensures that your project will never go out of style and can be enjoyed year after year! The pattern calls for single, half double, and double crochet stitches along with front and back post double crochet stitches.
Designer: Okie Girl Bling’n’things
Yarn: Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn! Solids (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Spiral Ribbed Santa Hat
Add a little something extra special with this traditional Santa hat with a twist. You’ll be using single crochet stitches in the back loops only to make the ribbed brim and half double crochet stitches in the 3rd loop to make the ribbed crown. The pattern is crocheted in a spiral without joining after each round so there’s no noticeable seam.
Designer: Krazy Kabbage
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Velvet Santa Hat
Spoil your kids with a Santa hat that’s as soft as it is cute. Velvet yarn feels amazing on the skin and it looks great too. This easy peasy pattern is crocheted using just half double crochet stitches and working from the bottom up. You’ll start things off with a row of foundation half double crochet stitches to ensure the brim stays nice and stretchy.
Designer: Okie Girl Bling’n’things
Yarn: Yarn Bee Velvety Smooth (Bulky Weight #5)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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The Speedy Santa Hat
In theory, working with two strands of yarn will cut the time spent crocheting in half, right? Test it out with this Santa hat you can make in a hurry. The pattern calls for single and half double crochet stitches along with a special appearance by a couple rows of satisfyingly squishy bobble stitches in the brim.
Designer: Dora Does
Yarn: Stylecraft Special Double Knit (DK Weight #3)
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Santa Hat
Don’t be afraid to reach for a budget friendly yarn when you start on your Santa hat project. Santa hats are really only worn a couple of times a year anyway, so you don’t need to break the bank with super soft yarn. This basic design looks great in simple double crochet stitches. It is crocheted from the top down.
Designer: Lovable Loops Crochet Designs
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver (Aran Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Santa Hat
Double crochet stitches can be a bit gappy sometimes and single crochet stitches take entirely too long. Half double crochet stitches are the goldilocks of crochet stitches, and this Santa hat is here to prove it. The pattern is worked from the bottom up, starting with the ribbed brim of half double crochet stitches worked through the back loops only.
Designer: Spin a Yarn Crochet
Yarn: Lion Brand Homespun (Worsted Weight #4)
Loops & Threads Impeccable (Worsted Weight #4)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Santa Baby Hat
Now let’s explore some more of our unusual crochet Santa hat patterns. This design is far from traditional, but it’s just as cute. The trapper style design features earflaps with braided ties. A fitted crown is a quicker alternative to the long stocking cap styles of classic Santa hats. You’ll be using just single and half double crochet stitches for this design.
Designer: Crochet It Creations
Yarn: Worsted Weight #4
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Little Santa Sack Hat
Santa wishes that he had this much style! This super cute Santa sack hat features an unusual rectangular shape with stunning shell stitches and twin pom poms. It can be crocheted using just single and double crochet stitches. The best part is that the free pattern is available in 13 sizes, so you can make one for each member of the family.
Designer: The Stitchin’ Mommy
Yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice (Aran Weight #4)
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Santa Hat
What about if you want to just stray a little bit from the traditional Santa hat style but not too far? Adding a black and gold Santa belt to this hat is a fun little twist that still allows the hat to remain timeless. The pattern calls for single, half double, and double crochet stitches.
Designer: The Lavender Chair
Yarn: Red Heart Soft (Aran Weight #4)
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Baby Santa Hat with Beard
And the award for cutest crochet Santa hat model goes to this adorable little baby. Adding a fluffy faux fur beard to a Santa hat is a great way to get some great photos that you’ll cherish forever! You’ll be using single, half double, and double crochet stitches for this design. Just make sure to supervise the baby well when they are wearing it.
Designer: Nancy Anderson for Yarnspirations
Yarn: Red Heart Soft (Aran Weight #4)
Red Heart Buttercup (Bulky Weight #5)
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Final Thoughts on Crochet Santa Hat Patterns
And there you have it, folks! From digging into the roots of the classic red cap to playing with all sorts of yarn and stitches catering to every skill level, it’s been a crafty celebration of crochet festive hats. So, as you get your crochet groove on, remember: it’s not just about making crochet hats; it’s about crafting a piece of holiday warmth that screams ’tis the season.
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