If you’re an owl lover looking for a free crochet owl pattern, this cute crochet owl beanie is the perfect pattern to try!
Written in 6 sizes (from baby to adult), this hat is worked with worsted weight yarn in different colors and a size H (5.00 mm) hook, making it a fun and versatile easy crochet pattern for all ages.
Whether you’re using purple yarn, Red Heart Super Saver, or your favorite brand, the weight of yarn and hook size make this project simple enough for an advanced beginner while still giving you a chance to create the cutest thing for your crochet collection.
The beanie comes to life with its large eyes, eye patch, and beautiful eyes—the details that make owls such wise creatures.
With a mix of single crochet stitches and basic shaping, you’ll learn how to place your first stitch, work into the next stitch, and finish off with the last stitch for a polished look. The result is a realistic-looking crochet owl that makes a cute gift for little kids, a baby shower, or just for yourself.
This free pattern includes detailed instructions so even if it’s your first time making a beanie, you’ll do a great job.
It’s a great way to dive into fun crochet projects, and the bottom of the body design creates a cozy, cuddly owl look everyone will love.
Truly a beautiful crochet owl and the perfect choice for your fall and winter makes!
Don’t forget to share your finished beanie on your social media or over on my Facebook page—I’d love to see your work!
Happy crocheting!
Crochet Owl Beanie Hat
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Materials:
Medium weight (size 4) yarn in 4 colors
Size H (5.0 mm) crochet hook
Yarn needle
Stitch marker (optional)
Abbreviations:
ch – chain
- sc- single crochet
dc – double crochet
- hdc- half double crochet
sl st – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)
sp – space
- BLO- back loop only
Note:
Continue with “owl eyes” section after making the body of the hat.
Gauge:
12 sts × 14 rows = 4″
Pattern Instructions
All sizes start with 10 dc in a magic ring.
Baby 0–6 mo (40 dc)
Round 1: 10 dc in magic ring, sl st to join (10).
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to join (20).
Round 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next st repeat around, sl st to join (30).
Round 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts repeat around, sl st to join (40).
Body: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to join, for 6 rounds.
6–12 mo (48 dc)
Round 1: 10 dc in magic ring, sl st to join (10).
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to join (20).
Round 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next st repeat around, sl st to join (30).
Round 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts repeat around, sl st to join (40).
Round 5: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 4 sts repeat around, sl st to join (48).
Body: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to join, for 7 rounds.
Toddler 1–3 yr (52 dc)
Round 1: 10 dc in magic ring, sl st to join (10).
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to join (20).
Round 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next st repeat around, sl st to join (30).
Round 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts repeat around, sl st to join (40).
Round 5: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 4 sts repeat around, sl st to join (48).
Round 6: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 11 sts repeat around, sl st to join (52).
Body: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to join, for 8 rounds.
Child (56 dc)
Round 1: 10 dc in magic ring, sl st to join (10).
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to join (20).
Round 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next st repeat around, sl st to join (30).
Round 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts repeat around, sl st to join (40).
Round 5: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 4 sts repeat around, sl st to join (48).
Round 6: Ch 2, 2 dc in the next st, dc in next 5 sts repeat around, sl st to join (56).
Body: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to join, for 10 rounds.
Adult 13+ yr (60 dc)
Round 1: 10 dc in magic ring, sl st to join (10).
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to join (20).
Round 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next st repeat around, sl st to join (30).
Round 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts repeat around, sl st to join (40).
Round 5: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 3 sts repeat around, sl st to join (50).
Round 6: Ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 4 sts repeat around, sl st to join (60).
Body: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to join, for 11 rounds.
Owl Eyes
Round 1: Magic circle, ch 2. Work 10 hdc for baby/toddler size, 12 hdc for child/adult size in the circle. Sl st to join. (10–12 hdc).
Round 2: Join next color, ch 1. Sc in same st, ch 1, sc in next st around. Sl st to join. (10–12 sc, 10–12 ch-1 sps).
Round 3: Join next color, ch 1. Sc in each ch-1 sp, ch 1 around. Sl st to join. (10–12 sc, 10–12. ch-1 sps)
Round 4: Join next color, ch 1. Sc in the BLO of each st around. Sl st to join. (10–12 sc).
Leave a long tail on Round 4 and, using a tapestry needle, sew the eyes onto the hat a couple of rounds up from the bottom. Fasten off on the inside and weave in ends.
Beak
Cut a long piece of yarn. Using a tapestry needle, sew the beak onto the hat in a small triangle shape. Fasten off on the inside and weave in ends.
Hair
Cut 2 pieces of yarn, approximately 10″ each.
- Fold each piece in half and pull the middle through the desired stitch.
- Yarn over the tails and pull both strands through the loop to secure.
Trim to ¾”–1” or your desired length.
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