Looking for a quick project to keep you stylish during the warmer months?
My free crochet pattern is the perfect choice for sunny days—a stylish crochet bucket hat that’s easy to make and perfect for summer projects!
Using a magic ring to start the crown of the hat, this free crochet hat pattern works up quickly with a size H, 5.00 mm hook and simple basic stitches.
You’ll use double crochet stitches and single crochet stitches, including the first stitch in each round, along with increase rounds to shape the hat circumference just right.
Written in newborn-adult sizes (4 sizes total).
This free crochet bucket hat pattern features a wide brim with a simple single crochet brim for sun protection and a polished finish.
Whether you’re working a free crochet granny stitch sun hat pattern or a simple granny variation, this easy crochet bucket hat pattern is suitable for all skill levels and written in US terms.
Perfect for adding to your collection of crochet projects, it’s a quick project that lets you experiment with creative ways to style your hat size and show off your crochet skills.
If you’re ready to make a warm weather accessory that’s both functional and fun, this free pattern is your go-to guide for a summer hat that combines comfort, style, and versatility!
Happy crocheting!
Crochet Granny Sun Hat
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Materials
• Size H (5.00 mm) crochet hook
• Medium cotton yarn (size 4) in 5 colors (A, B, C, D, E)
• Tapestry needle
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Abbreviations
ch – chain
st(s) – stitch(es)
mc – magic circle
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
sp – space
sk – skip
sl st – slip stitch
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Notes
• There is no ch 1 between clusters.
• All rounds end with sl st to join (for body of hat).
• After each granny round, sl st to the first space before beginning the next round.
• Color sequence rotates A, B, C, D, E and repeats in that order.
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Newborn Size
Fits 12–14″ head circumference
Approx. 4″ wide (at crown) x 4.5″ tall before brim
Crown & Body
Round 1: With A, mc, ch 2, dc 9 in circle. Sl st to join, pull closed. (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 (Skip Round – creates spaces): With B, ch 2, dc in same st, sk next st, 2 dc in next st, sk next st repeat around. Sl st to join. (40 dc total, 20 spaces)
Sl st to first space.
Rounds 5–8 (Space Rounds): With C, D, E, B, respectively.
Each round: Ch 2 (counts as a st), dc in first sp, 2 dc in each sp around. Sl st to join, sl st to first space. (40)
Brim (Color A)
Brim Round 1: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts repeat around. Sl st to join. (53)
***continue to work in the round***
Brim Round 2: 2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts repeat around. Sl st to join. (66)
Brim Rounds 3–4: Sc in each st around. Sl st to join. (66)
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Baby Size
Fits 16–18″ head circumference
Approx. 5″ wide (at crown) x 5.5″ tall before brim
Crown & Body
Round 1: With A, mc, ch 2, dc 9 in circle. Sl st to join, pull closed. (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 (Skip Round – creates spaces): With B, ch 2, dc in same st, sk next st, 2 dc in next st, sk next st repeat around. Sl st to join. (40 dc total, 20 spaces)
Sl st to first space.
Rounds 6–10 (Space Rounds): With C, D, E, B, C respectively.
Each round: Ch 2 (counts as a st), dc in first sp, 2 dc in each sp around. Sl st to join, sl st to first space. (40)
Brim (Color A)
Brim Round 1: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts repeat around. Sl st to join. (53)
***continue to work in the round***
Brim Round 2: 2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts repeat around. Sl st to join. (66)
Brim Rounds 3–5: Sc in each st around. Sl st to join. (66)
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Child Size
Fits 18–20″ head circumference
Approx. 6″ wide (at crown) x 6.5″ tall before brim
Crown & Body
Round 1: With A, mc, ch 2, dc 9 in circle. Sl st to join, pull closed. (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 (Skip Round – creates spaces): With B, ch 2, dc in same st, sk next st, 2 dc in next st, sk next st repeat around. Sl st to join. (50 dc total, 20 spaces)
Sl st to first space.
Rounds 7–13 (Space Rounds): With C, D, E, B, C, D, E respectively.
Each round: Ch 2, (counts as a st), dc in first sp, 2 dc in each sp around. Sl st to join, sl st to first space. (50)
Brim (Color A)
Brim Round 1: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts repeat around. Sl st to join. (93)
***continue to work in the round***
Brim Round 2: 2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts repeat around. Sl st to join. (115)
Brim Rounds 3–6: Sc in each st around. Sl st to join. (115)
Fasten off, weave in ends.
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Adult Size
Fits 21–23″ head circumference
Approx. 7″ wide (at crown) x 7.5″ tall before brim
Crown & Body
Round 1: With A, mc, ch 2, dc 9 in circle. Sl st to join, pull closed. (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: With A, ch 2, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 4 sts repeat around. Sl st to join. (60)
Round 7 (Skip Round – creates spaces): With B, ch 2, dc in same st, sk next st, 2 dc in next st, sk next st repeat around. Sl st to join. (60 dc total, 30 skipped spaces)
Sl st to first skipped space.
Rounds 8–14 (Space Rounds):
With C, D, E, B, C, D, E respectively.
Each round: Ch 2 (counts as a st), dc in first sp, 2 dc in each sp around. Sl st to join, sl st to first space. (60 sts each round)
Brim (Color A)
Brim Round 1: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts repeat around. Sl st to join. (80)
***continue to work in the round***
Brim Round 2: 2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts repeat around. Sl st to join. (100)
Brim Rounds 3–7: Sc in each st around. Sl st to join. (100)
Fasten off, weave in ends.