by Certainly! Here’s a highly detailed, step-by-step tutorial on how to crochet an easy sun hat with yellow and white stripes. This is a beginner-friendly project using basic stitches and simple color changes, ideal for summer wear for both kids and adults.
☀️ Easy Crochet Sun Hat Tutorial (Yellow & White Striped)
This hat features alternating yellow and white stripes, a soft crown, a simple stitch body, and a flared brim for sun protection. It’s beginner-friendly and easily customizable in size.
🧶 Materials You’ll Need
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Yarn | DK (light #3) cotton yarn in yellow and white |
| Hook | 4.0 mm (G/6) crochet hook (or 3.5 mm for a tighter weave) |
| Tapestry needle | To weave in ends |
| Scissors | For trimming yarn |
| Measuring tape | To measure head circumference |
| Stitch Marker (optional) | To keep track of rounds |
📐 Size Guide
This pattern is written for a medium child to adult size (approx. 21–22” head circumference), but can be easily adjusted.
| Section | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Crown | 6.5–7 inches across |
| Hat height | 7–8 inches (before brim) |
| Brim | 2.5–3 inches |
🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- dc = double crochet
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- inc = increase (2 dc in same stitch)
- rep = repeat
🎯 Pattern Overview
We’ll break the project into 4 parts:
- Crown – Starts from a magic circle, increasing each round
- Body – Even rounds to build the hat
- Brim – Slight increase for a flared shape
- Color changes – Alternating yellow and white stripes every 2 rounds
🧵 Instructions
🔸 Part 1: Crown (Top of Hat)
With yellow yarn:
Round 1:
- Make a magic ring, ch 2 (counts as 1 dc), 11 dc into ring.
- Join with sl st to top of ch 2. (12 dc total)
Round 2:
- Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around. Join. (24 dc)
Round 3:
- Ch 2, (1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next) repeat around. Join. (36 dc)
Round 4:
- Ch 2, (1 dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next) repeat. (48 dc)
Round 5:
- Ch 2, (1 dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next) repeat. (60 dc)
Round 6:
- Ch 2, (1 dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in next) repeat. (72 dc)
✅ Crown should now measure about 6.5 inches across.
🔸 Part 2: Hat Body (Striped Section)
Rounds 7–18:
- Begin stripe pattern (alternate every 2 rounds).
Round 7 (White):
- Join white yarn, ch 2, dc in each st around. Join. (72 dc)
Round 8 (White):
- Repeat dc in each st. Join.
Round 9–10 (Yellow):
- Join yellow, repeat dc rounds.
Continue alternating colors every 2 rounds:
- Rounds 11–12: White
- Rounds 13–14: Yellow
- Rounds 15–16: White
- Rounds 17–18: Yellow
You may adjust the number of rounds for a taller or shorter hat.
🔸 Part 3: Brim (Flared Edge)
We will increase slightly to create a flared brim.
Round 19 (White):
- Ch 1, (sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next) repeat around. Join.
Round 20 (White):
- Sc in each st around. Join.
Round 21 (Yellow):
- (Sc in next 6 sts, 2 sc in next) repeat around. Join.
Round 22 (Yellow):
- Sc in each st. Join.
Round 23 (White):
- Optional: Reverse sc (crab stitch) or sl st around for a finished edge.
✅ The brim should measure around 2.5–3 inches wide.
🌞 Color Pattern Recap
| Round | Color |
|---|---|
| 1–6 | Yellow |
| 7–8 | White |
| 9–10 | Yellow |
| 11–12 | White |
| 13–14 | Yellow |
| 15–16 | White |
| 17–18 | Yellow |
| 19–20 | White (brim) |
| 21–22 | Yellow (brim) |
| 23 | White (edge) |
🪡 Finishing Touches
- Weave in all ends securely with tapestry needle.
- Light blocking helps shape the brim and smooth the stripes.
- Optional: Sew on a small bow or flower for decoration.
✨ Tips for Success
- Use cotton yarn for breathable summer wear.
- Tighten color joins carefully to avoid visible gaps.
- If the brim curls up too much, add one more increase round.
- If it flops too much, reduce increases in the brim.
🧼 Care Instructions
- Hand wash in cold water or gentle cycle.
- Lay flat to dry, reshape the brim while damp.
- Do not iron directly on yarn if it contains acrylic.
✅ Pattern Summary Table
| Section | Rounds | Stitch Type | Color |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown | 1–6 | Double Crochet | Yellow |
| Body | 7–18 | Double Crochet | Yellow & White Stripes |
| Brim | 19–22 | Single Crochet | White & Yellow |
| Edge | 23 | Reverse SC / SL ST | White |
🧵 Project Suggestions
- Make a mommy-and-me version with matching smaller sizes
- Add chin straps or ties for babies
- Use pastel cotton yarn for springtime feel
- Add a fabric lining or stiffener for a structured look
🧼 Washing Instructions
- Hand wash in cold or lukewarm water
- Do not bleach or tumble dry
- Gently reshape and lay flat to dry
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