Crochet Kid Hat

Crocheting a cute kid hat is not only a fun craft project but also a thoughtful gift idea for the little ones in your life. With an array of colorful yarns and various crochet patterns to choose from, you can create a unique and cozy hat that will keep a child warm and stylish. Adding a pom-pom or a playful design can make the hat even more adorable. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a beginner looking for a new hobby, making a crochet kid hat is a rewarding and heartwarming experience that will surely put a smile on a child's face. So grab your crochet hook, pick out your favorite yarn, and get ready to create a special handmade hat that will be cherished for years to come!

Using a double strand of worsted weight yarn and a K hook

Rnd 1) ch3, 11dc in 3rd ch from hook
Rnd 2) ch2, 2dc in each st around, skipping ch2, sl st into top of first dc (22dc)
Rnd 3) ch2, 2dc in first st(same st as joining), dc in next st, * 2dc in next st, dc in next st, repeat from * around. sl st to top of first dc, (33dc)
Rnd 4) ch2, 2dc in next st, dc in next 2sts, * 2dc in next st, dc in next 2sts, repeat from * around. sl st to top of first dc, (44dc)
Rnd 5-8) ch2, dc in each st around, (44dc)
Rnd 9+10) ch3, working in front of ch3, dc in last st of previous round, * skip next st, dc in next st, working in front of dc, dc in skipped st, (this creates a cross stitch effect) repeat from * around, sl st to top of ch3 (44dc)
Rnd 11) ch2, dc in each st around
Rnd 12) ch1, sc in each st around, fasten off weave in ends.