Crochet Whimsical Striped Gnome Hat Free Pattern
Crochet Whimsical Striped Gnome Hat Free Pattern
Materials:
- Worsted weight yarn in two contrasting colors
- 4.5 mm (G) crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
Gauge:
4 inches = 12 stitches in double crochet
Sizes:
- Infant (0-6 months): 15-16 inches circumference
- Toddler (1-3 years): 16-18 inches circumference
- Child (4-10 years): 18-20 inches circumference
- Adult: 20-22 inches circumference
Instructions:
Brim
With Color A, chain 9.
Row 1: DC in 4th chain from hook, DC in next 4 chains, turn. (6 DC)
Row 2: Chain 3, DC in each stitch across, turn. (6 DC)
Repeat Row 2 until brim measures 2 inches wide. Fasten off and set aside.
Body of the Hat
Using Color B, chain 4.
Round 1: 12 DC in the 1st chain, join with a slip stitch. (12 DC)
Round 2: Chain 3, 2 DC in each stitch around, join. (24 DC)
Round 3: Chain 3, *DC in next stitch, 2 DC in next stitch,* repeat around, join. (36 DC)
Round 4-10: Alternate between Color A and Color B, DC in each stitch around. Add a total of 7 rounds to make the hat nice and tall.
Round 11: Chain 1, decrease by DC in each stitch around, join. (18 DC)
Round 12: Chain 1, decrease by DC in each stitch around, join. (9 DC)
Top Point
Round 13: Chain 1, SC in each stitch around, join. (9 SC)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Gather the top of the hat and pull tightly to create a point, secure with a knot.
Finishing:
Attach the brim to the bottom of the hat by stitching evenly around, ensuring a snug fit. Optionally, add a pom-pom to the top of the hat for extra charm.
