Crocheted Ribbed Hat

Imagine a cozy winter accessory that not only keeps you warm but also adds a touch of style to your outfit. Picture a handmade hat with a unique texture that stands out from the rest. This is what you get with a crocheted ribbed hat. The ribbed design gives the hat a classic look while also providing a snug fit that keeps the cold air out. Crocheted ribbed hats come in a variety of colors and yarn types, allowing you to choose the perfect one to match your personal style. Whether you prefer a neutral tone for a versatile look or a bold hue to make a statement, there is a crocheted ribbed hat out there for you. Not only are these hats fashionable, but they are also practical, making them a must-have accessory for the colder months.

Crocheted Ribbed Hat Pattern

Finished adult ribbed hat measures: 22″ circumference by 9″ long
Finished child ribbed hat measures: 18″ circumference by 8″ long

Children size hat instructions in italic below.

Hook: H (5 mm) US sized crochet hook
Materials: 2-3 ounces Wool or Worsted Medium Weight Yarn
(2 ozs of yarn for solid color and 1 oz of contrasting yarn for stripes)

With H hook, Ch 4 and join to form ring. Hat pattern is worked in the round without turning.

Rnd 1
Adult sized hat, Ch 2, work 13 Hdc in ring. Join with Sl St to beg Ch-2. (14)
Child sized hat, Ch 2, work 11 Hdc in ring and join as above. (12)
(Ch-2 counts as first Hdc st.)

Rnd 2
Ch 2, Hdc in sm st and 2 Hdc in ea st around. Join with Sl St to beg Ch-2. (28) (Child: 24)

Rnd 3
Ch 2, *2 Hdc in next st, Hdc in next st*. Repeat between * around Join with Sl St to beg Ch-2. (42) (Child: 36)

Rnd 4
Ch 2, Hdc in next st, 2 Hdc in next st, *Hdc in the next 2 sts, *2 Hdc in next st*. Repeat between * around Join with Sl St to beg Ch-2. (56) (Child: 48)

Rnd 5
Ch 2, Hdc in next 2 sts, 2 Hdc in next st, *Hdc in the next 3 sts, 2 Hdc in next st*. Repeat between * around Join with Sl St to beg Ch-2. (70 Sts) (Child: 60 sts)

Rnd 6-20
Ch 2, Hdc in each st around. Join with Sl St to beg Ch-2. (Adult: 70)

(Work only to round 19 for Child: 60 sts in round)

Ribbing:
Ch 2, *work front post double crochet (FP Dc) around Hdc stitch of prior round, then work back post double crochet (BP Dc) around next Hdc of prior round*. Repeat by working FP Dc then BP Dc around. Join with Sl St to top of Ch-2.

Tips: The Ch 2 at start of round is your first BP Dc so your round should end with a FP Dc before you join to the beg

Repeat ribbing round without turning for 4 rounds for adult hat and 3 rounds for child’s hat.

Make sure you FP Dc around the front post stitch of prior round and BP Dc around back post stitch so your stitches are all lined up for the ribbing portion of the hat pattern.

Abbreviations:
Ch – Chain
BP Dc – Back Post Double Crochet
Dc – Double Crochet
Ea – Each
FO – Finish Off
FP Dc – Front Post Double Crochet
Hdc – Half-Double Crochet
Sc – Single Crochet
Sl St – Slip Stitch
Sm – Same
St – Stitch