Crochet Leprechaun/St. Pat's Day Hat

Looking to add a touch of whimsy to your St. Patrick's Day ensemble? Why not try crocheting a charming Leprechaun hat! This fun project is perfect for celebrating the luck of the Irish on this special day. With its vibrant greens and classic gold accents, your handmade hat will surely be a festive hit. Whether you're attending a St. Patrick's Day parade or just enjoying the day with friends, this crochet creation is sure to bring a smile to everyone's face. So grab your yarn and hook, and let's get crafting to add a bit of magic to your St. Paddy's Day wardrobe!

I used a G hook for newborn size. F for Preemie, H, I and J for larger sizes.

Leprechaun/St. Pat's Day hat-

Green yarn-
Round 1
Chain 4
10 double crochet in 4th chain from hook. Slip stitch to beginning.

Round 2
Chain 3
2 double crochet in each stitch around. Slip stitch to beginning.

Round 3
Chain 3
2 double crochet in first stitch 1 double crochet in next stitch. *2 double crochet in next stitch,
1 double crochet in next stitch* continue *..* around to beginning. Slip stitch to beginning.

Round 4
Chain 3
2 double crochet in first stitch 1 double crochet in next 2 stitches. *2 double crochet in next stitch,
1 double crochet in next 2 stitches* continue *..* around to beginning. Slip stitch to beginning.

Round 5
Chain 2
Half double crochet in each stitch around back loops only. Slip stitch to beginning.

Rounds 6 thru 10
Chain 3
Double crochet in each stitch around. Slip stitch to beginning.

Change color to brown.
Rounds 11 and 12
Chain 3
Double crochet in each stitch around. Slip stitch to beginning.

Change color back to green
Round 13
Chain 3
Double crochet in each stitch around. Slip stitch to beginning.

Round 14
Chain 2
2 half double crochet in first stitch, 1 half double crochet in next stitch. *2 half double crochet in next stitch,
1 half double crochet in next stitch* continue *..* around to beginning. Slip stitch to beginning.

Round 15
Chain 3
2 double crochet in first stitch, 1 double crochet in next 2 stitches. *2 double crochet in next stitch,
1 double crochet in next 2 stitches* continue *..* around to beginning. Slip stitch to beginning.

Round 16
Chain 3
2 double crochet in first stitch, 1 double crochet in next 3 stitches. *2 double crochet in next stitch,
1 double crochet in next 3 stitches* continue *..* around to beginning. Slip stitch to beginning.
Fasten off and weave in ends.

Buckle-
yellow/gold yarn
Chain 18
1 half double crochet in 3rd chain from hook. 1 half double crochet in next chain.
4 half double crochet in next chain, 1 half double crochet in next 3 chains.
4 half double crochet in next chain. 1 half double crochet in next 3 chains.
4 half double crochet in next chain. 1 half double crochet in next 3 chains.
4 half double crochet in next chain. 1 half double crochet in next 2 chains.
Fasten off and leave tail for sewing.

Place ends together to form buckle sew together.
Sew buckle onto hat at the brown rounds.

You could make this all black for a top hat. Red and white striped for Dr. Suess. Pastel colors for Easter.

Black and orange for Halloween. Brown for Thanksgiving.