Crochet Striped Bucket Sun Hat Easy Free Pattern

Free Crochet Striped Bucket Sun Hat Pattern – Baby to Adult Sizes!

If you’re looking for the perfect project for sunny days, this free crochet bucket hat pattern is just what you need! 

Made with medium weight (size 4) cotton yarn in two colors, this easy crochet bucket hat pattern is designed in baby to adult sizes, so you can make one for everyone. 

With a classic striped hat design, this stylish hat is great for warmer weather, whether you’re heading to the beach or just need a cute summer accessory.

This free pattern is worked using basic crochet stitches, including single crochet stitches and double crochet stitches, with a magic ring start for a seamless top. 

The increase rounds help you achieve the right size, while simple color changes create the striped effect. 

With US terms and a detailed written pattern, this free sun hat crochet pattern is beginner-friendly yet fun for experienced crocheters.

Using the best yarn for summer—cotton or cotton blend yarn—this quick project makes a beautiful color change and is both breathable and durable. 

Whether it’s your first time making a hat or you’re an experienced crocheter, this pattern will guide you step by step. 

With helpful tips on hook size, adjusting the size of your hat, securing loose ends, and finishing with a personal touch, you’ll have a stylish, lightweight hat ready for the summer months.

Grab your size H (5.00 mm) hook and start your new project today with this free crochet sun hat pattern! 

Don’t forget to share your finished hat on social media and explore more free crochet patterns for inspiration.

Happy crocheting!

Crochet Striped Bucket Sun Hat

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Crochet Striped Bucket Sun Hat Easy Free Pattern

Materials:

– Size H, 5.00 mm crochet hook

– 100% cotton yarn in 2 colors

– Blunt needle

Abbreviations:

st(s)- stitch(es)

sc- single crochet

dc- double crochet

sl st- slip stitch

mc- main color

Note:

When changing colors, do not fasten off the previous color. Pick up the new color when you get to the next row.

IMPORTANT:

• You will be working in the BLO for the rows made with the main color (for the body of the hat).
• You will be working in the third loops only for the rows made with the contrasting color (for the body of the hat).

Third loop only:

Baby Size (15″ head circumference, 5″ long):

Body:

With mc make a magic circle and ch 2.

Row 1: Dc 8 into the circle and sl st to join (8).

Row 2: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. 2 sc in each st around, sl st to join (16).

Row 3: Switch back to mc and ch 2. *2 dc, dc in next,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (24).

Row 4: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. “2 sc, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (32).

Row 5: Switch back to mc and ch 2. *2 dc, dc in next 3 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (40).

Row 6: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. Sc in each st around, sl st to join (40).

Row 7: Switch to mc and ch 2. Dc in each st around (40).

Row 8: Repeat row 6.

Row 9: Repeat row 7.

Row 10: Repeat row 6.

Row 11: Repeat row 7.

Row 12: Repeat row 6.

Row 13: Repeat row 7.

Continue with “brim” section.

Baby Size (16″ head circumference, 5.5″ long):

Body:

With mc make a magic circle and ch 2.

Row 1: Dc 8 into the circle and sl st to join (8).

Row 2: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. 2 sc in each st around, sl st to join (16).

Row 3: Switch back to mc and ch 2. *2 dc, dc in next,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (24).

Row 4: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. “2 sc, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (32).

Row 5: Switch back to mc and ch 2. *2 dc, dc in next 3 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (40).

Row 6: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. “2 sc, sc in next 9 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (44).

Row 7: Switch to mc and ch 2. Dc in each st around (44).

Row 8: Repeat row 6.

Row 9: Repeat row 7.

Row 10: Repeat row 6.

Row 11: Repeat row 7.

Row 12: Repeat row 6.

Row 13: Repeat row 7.

Continue with “brim” section.

Toddler Size (1-3 years) 17″ head circumference, 6″ tall):

Body:

With mc make a magic circle and ch 2.

Row 1: Dc 8 into the circle and sl st to join (8).

Row 2: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. 2 sc in each st around, sl st to join (16).

Row 3: Switch back to mc and ch 2. *2 dc, dc in next,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (24).

Row 4: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. “2 sc, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (32).

Row 5: Switch back to mc and ch 2. *2 dc, dc in next 3 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (40).

Row 6: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. *2 sc, sc in next 4 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (48).

Row 7: Switch back to mc and ch 1. Sc in each st around, sl st to join (48).

Row 8: Switch to contrasting color and ch 2. Dc in each st around (48).

Row 9: Repeat row 7.

Row 10: Repeat row 8.

Row 11: Repeat row 7.

Row 12: Repeat row 8.

Row 13: Repeat row 7.

Row 14: Repeat row 8.

Row 15: Repeat row 7.

Continue with “brim” section.

Child Size (18″ head circumference, 6.5″ tall):

Body:

With mc make a magic circle and ch 2.

Row 1: Dc 8 into the circle and sl st to join (8).

Row 2: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. 2 sc in each st around, sl st to join (16).

Row 3: Switch back to mc and ch 2. *2 dc, dc in next,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (24).

Row 4: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. “2 sc, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (32).

Row 5: Switch back to mc and ch 2. *2 dc, dc in next 3 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (40).

Row 6: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. *2 sc, sc in next 4 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (48).

Row 7: Switch back to mc and ch 2. *2 dc, dc in next 11 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (52).

Row 8: Switch to contrasting color and ch 2. Dc in each st around (52).

Row 9: Repeat row 7.

Row 10: Repeat row 8.

Row 11: Repeat row 7.

Row 12: Repeat row 8.

Row 13: Repeat row 7.

Row 14: Repeat row 8.

Row 15: Repeat row 7.

Row 16: Repeat row 8.

Row 17: Repeat row 7.

Continue with “brim” section.

Teen/Small Adult size (19″ head circumference, 7″ long):

Body:

With mc make a magic circle and ch 2.

Row 1: Dc 8 into the circle and sl st to join (8).

Row 2: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. 2 sc in each st around, sl st to join (16).

Row 3: Switch back to mc and ch 2. *2 dc, dc in next,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (24).

Row 4: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. “2 sc, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (32).

Row 5: Switch back to mc and ch 2. *2 dc, dc in next 3 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (40).

Row 6: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. *2 sc, sc in next 4 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (48).

Row 7: Switch back to mc and ch 2. *2 dc, dc in next 5 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (56).

Row 8: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. Sc in each st around (56).

Row 9: Switch to mc and ch 2. Dc in each st around (56).

Row 10: Repeat row 8.

Row 11: Repeat row 9.

Row 12: Repeat row 8.

Row 13: Repeat row 9.

Row 14: Repeat row 8.

Row 15: Repeat row 9.

Row 16: Repeat row 8.

Row 17: Repeat row 9.

Continue with “brim” section.

Adult/Large Adult size (20″ head circumference, 7.5″ long):

Body:

With mc make a magic circle and ch 2.

Row 1: Dc 8 into the circle and sl st to join (8).

Row 2: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. 2 sc in each st around, sl st to join (16).

Row 3: Switch back to mc and ch 2. *2 dc, dc in next,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (24).

Row 4: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. “2 sc, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (32).

Row 5: Switch back to mc and ch 2. *2 dc, dc in next 3 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (40).

Row 6: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. *2 sc, sc in next 4 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (48).

Row 7: Switch back to mc and ch 2. *2 dc, dc in next 5 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (56).

Row 8: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. *2 sc, sc in next 6 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (64).

Row 9: Switch to mc and ch 2. Dc in each st around (64).

Row 10: Switch to contrasting color and ch 1. Sc in each st around (64).

Row 11: Repeat row 9.

Row 12: Repeat row 10.

Row 13: Repeat row 9.

Row 14: Repeat row 10.

Row 15: Repeat row 9.

Row 16: Repeat row 10.

Row 17: Repeat row 9.

Row 18: Repeat row 10.

Row 19: Repeat row 9.

Continue with “brim” section.

Brim:

Next row: Switch back to contrasting color. 2 sc in first st, *sc next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat from * around.

Next row: 2 sc in first st, *sc next 3 sts, 2 sc in next,* repeat from * around.

Next 3 (4 rows for teen and adult sizes) rows: Sc in each st around. Fasten off on last st of last row and weave in end.

You’re done! Great job!

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