Knit Look Crochet Hat Pattern: Free

This free adult crochet hat pattern delivers a warm, cozy hat with a distinct “knit-like” crochet texture. I consistently receive requests for warm, cozy, and well-made crochet hats suitable for both men and women with a simple yet elegant design.

Featuring the unique “camel stitch” and working into the 3rd loop of each half double crochet (HDC), this pattern achieves a look and feel remarkably similar to knitted fabric.

NOt sure how to crochet the knit look crochet stitches I have Added video to show you how to crochet the camel stitch used in this hat

Designed for warmth in mind, this hat is perfect for bracing winds and chilly days, whether you’re enjoying a coastal walk in the North of Scotland or simply braving the winter elements.

A Quick & Rewarding Project:

This hat is a fast and satisfying crochet project that results in a truly professional-looking finished product. Perfect for craft fairs and the winter marketplace!

Crocheted Hat with Unique “Knit-Like” Texture:

Using a simple yet distinctive crochet stitch pattern, this hat mimics the appearance of knitted ribbing while remaining 100% crochet.

For a convenient and printable version, purchase the PDF pattern on Ravelry with secure PayPal payment.  OR continue reading the page to find the FREE Written Pattern for the hat.

Staying warm during the colder months is crucial, especially as the cost of living increases.

I often rely on my crocheted beanie hat to keep warm while working on the farm.

However, during the harshest winter months, I found many basic beanie patterns left my ears feeling chilly. This inspired me to design a warm cosy knit-look crochet hat with a turn-up brim for myself and my husband.

Introducing the “Cozy Knit-Look” Crochet Hat:

This stylish hat, currently sported by my husband, is designed to fit a range of sizes by simply adjusting the turn-up height.

Key Features:

• Double-thick brim: Provides exceptional warmth and ear coverage.
• “Knit-like” texture: Achieved with the camel stitch and 3rd loop technique.
• Versatile styling: Wear with or without a pom pom for a customized look.
• Easy to make: A fast and beginner-friendly crochet pattern.
• Perfect for both men and women: Easily adjustable for different head sizes.

• This is the 3rd stitch/loop/bar of the HDC-Highlighted above in the picture is the crochet hook going THROUGH the diagonal bar. Also not the pattern texture on the OPPOSITE side.
• This helps you remember which side to work on for the front and back diagonal stitches.
• For the return row, the diagonal stitch is hidden under the top loops. SO For further help identifying the 3rd loop look just under what we would normally call the front and back loops that make our V.

Knit Look Crochet Hat Pattern

Skill Level: 

• You must be able to work in back loops, and the Camel Stitch (working into 3rd hidden stitch of HDC)
• On 1 row you will work into the FRONT diagonal loop facing you on the 2nd row, you will work into the
• BACK/behind of the diagonal loop.
• Watch the video for a further explanation of working in the diagonal 3rd loop For the purpose of this pattern, I will call this the Front Loop HDC 3rd loop = FLhdc3rd loop, and working on the opposite side the BLhdc3rd loop

After working a normal HDC row, turn your work and You will see the Diagonal Bar.

This is where we will be working when creating the front HDC stitch.
When working the BACK Half double crochet, we want to insert our hook and pull this diagonal 3rd bar to the BACK of the work to complete our HDC.

 (On this row You are pushing the front and back loop V to the front of our work)

This technique creates a stunning “knit 2, purl 1” effect, giving the hat an authentic knitted appearance while remaining entirely crocheted.

For detailed instructions on working these stitches, please refer to the short video tutorial below.

You can Make this hat in all sizes of the hat if you have head measurements. 
To make this HAT ANY size You will need the Length of the hat (which is your starting CHAIN LENGTH + add extras for a Turn-up and work in rows until hat circumference is reached, (I usually make this just an inch LESS than is required as the hat is quite stretchy. SEE Size chart below.

You can manipulate the numbers of each stitch worked to have more of the knit look in the middle of the hat and remember to slip stitch at the top for 5 sts , no matter what size.
Continue in ROWS until your LENGTH measures the circumference desired for the hat. Sew to join. 

What you will Need to Crochet this HAT 

• The pattern is written in US terms 
• Yarn King Cole Chunky(af)
• Hook 5.50mm
• Special Stitches: Camel stitch worked in ROWS (For the purposes of THIS pattern.)
• Working in ROWS 

Abbreviations

• blsl st- back loop slip stitch
• blsc – Back loop single crochet 
• SC – Single crochet
• HDC – half double crochet
• slst- slip stitch
• Front HDC 3rd loop – Fhdc3rd loop
• Back HDC 3rd loop – Bhdc 3rd loop

Notes: It’s very easy to make this hat in ANY size you wish. Here is a handy Measurement guide I USE for working Hats in ROWS. Click to enlarge or save to your device.

To make a HAT ANY size, crochet a rectangle using these measurements – REMEMBER to ADD on Chain stitches if you require a turn-up

1. Hat Height from top of crown to bottom of the ear PLUS your size of turnup–NO measuring tape? I use a piece of yarn to measure from top of head to middle of my CHIN! this will be your Starting foundation chain.
2. HOw many chains do you need to start this crochet Hat? How many chain Stitches You HAVE in TOTAL will depend on how long you wish your hat. If you want a Big Turn up like mine then remember to include THAT measurement when you measure from the top of the crown to under the ear and then fold UP measuring tape until you have the BRIM size you want. If making for your self I simply measure the chain by making it long enough to go from the top of my head to under the middle of Chin. 
   • Measure head around just above the ears. Circumference of the head. This will be how many ROWS you work y Back and Forward until the circumference measurement is reached.

SO IF I wanted to crochet a hat for a 12-18 months I would CHAIN HAT Height length + PLUS how many chains I want for the TURN UP  = TOTAL amount of chains required

1. Then I will ensure the number of chains I added for the TURN UP ARE made in THE Back Loops single Crochet,
2. The Main length of hat will be made using HDC front or back post diagonal st. – Including Top 5 stitches made in back loop slip stitch

Crochet Hat Pattern STARTS HERE

• crochet hat is made in ROWS to form a rectangle then side seams sewn together and top is sewn around and pulled tightly to close.  
• FOr the purpose of this Crochet Hat PatternI have based my stitches and stitch count to fit on a hat for adult L

Chain 41 to start
Row 1:
Starting in the 2nd chain from your hook, sc in 15 sts, HDC in the next 20 sts, work 5 sl-sts in the remaining chains, (40sts)

Row 2:
Back loop slip st in first 5 sts, (working into the 3rd diagonal loop FACING YOU) FL-hdc 3rd loop, in next 20 sts (20sts), Back Loop Sc in next 15sts sts, Ch1 TURN

Row3:
BL-Sc in first15 sts, BL-hdc 3rd loop in next20 sts, Back loop slip stitch in next 2 sts, (leaving 3sts unworked) Ch1 TURN,

Row4: slst in first 2sts, FL-hdc 3rd loop in next 20sts, bl-sc in remaining 15sts.

Row 5: BL-Sc in first 15 sts, BL-hdc 3rd loop in next 20 sts, Back loop slip stitch in next 2 sts, and in the 3 unworked sts of Row 3. Ch1 TURN
Repeat Row 2- Row 5: until you reach the desired length = Circumference of the head.

1. Fold your Rectangle in Half and Sew up the seams together.

Thread your needle and close the top of the hat at the last Slip stitches and pull tight to close.

Finish off all ends and weve in neatly to hide. Add a Pom Pom if You wish

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