Cotton Sun Hat Crochet Pattern
Cotton Sun Hat Crochet Pattern – Stay cool and stylish all summer long with this easy and breezy cotton sun hat crochet pattern—perfect for beach days, picnics, and sunny strolls!
Summer is here, and that means it’s time to soak up the sunshine—in style! This Cotton Sun Hat Crochet Pattern is the perfect warm-weather project. It’s lightweight, breathable, and has just the right amount of brim to keep you shaded on sunny days. Whether you’re headed to the beach, lounging poolside, or just gardening in the backyard, this handmade hat will keep you cute and cool.
Made using soft cotton yarn, this sun hat is comfortable to wear and easy to care for. It works up quickly, making it a great last-minute gift or stash-busting project. The pattern is beginner-friendly and includes step-by-step instructions, so even if you’re new to crochet, you’ll be able to whip up a stylish accessory in no time.
Why You’ll Love This Pattern:
- Perfect for summer weather
- Uses breathable cotton yarn
- Stylish wide brim for sun protection
- Easy to customize with color changes or added trim
- Beginner-friendly and quick to make
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Cotton Sun Hat Crochet Pattern
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Yarn: Bernat Softee Cotton in Golden (1 skein)
Crochet hook: US E/4 (3.5 mm)
Also needed: Hat brim wire
Gauge: 20 sc and 22 rows = 4”
Size: Women’s one size
Note: Pattern is worked as a spiral. Do not join rnds. Move marker up each round.
Pattern instructions:
Round 1 :Ch2. 8 sc in 1st ch. PM on last st of rnd. (8 sc)
Round 2: 2 sc in each sc around. 16 sc.
Round 3:*2 sc in next sc.1 sc in next sc. Rep from * around. (24 sc)
Round 4:*1 sc in next sc. 2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in next sc. Rep from * around. (32 sc)
Round 5:*2 sc in next sc.1 sc in each of next 3 sc. Rep from * around. (40 sc)
Round 6: 1 sc in each sc around.
Round 7: *1 sc in each of next 2 sc. 2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. Rep from * around. (48 sc)
Round 8: *2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc. Rep from * around. (56 sc)
Round 9: *1 sc in each of next 3 sc. 2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc. Rep from * around. (64 sc)
Round 10: 1 sc in each sc around.
Round 11: *1 sc in each of next 2 sc. 2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc. Rep from * around. (72 sc)
Round 12:*2 sc in next sc. 1sc in each of next 8sc. Rep from* around. (80 sc)
Rounds 13 and 14: 1 sc in each sc around.
Round 15:*1 sc in next sc.2 sc in next sc.1 sc in each of next 8sc. Rep from * around. (88 sc)
Round 16: 1 sc in each sc around.
Round 17: *1 sc in each of next 3 sc. 2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 7 sc. Rep from * around. (96 sc)
Round 18: 1 sc in each sc around.
Round 19: *2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 11 sc. Rep from * around. (104 sc)
Round 20: 1 sc in each sc around.
Round 21: *1 sc in each of next 4 sc. 2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 8 sc. Rep from * around. (112 sc)
Rounds 22 to 34: 1 sc in each sc around.
35th rnd: Working in back loops only, 1 sc in each sc around.
36th rnd: *2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 13 sc. Rep from * around. (120 sc)
Note: Switch to hdc for next rnds.
Round 37: *2 hdc in next sc. 1 hdc in each of next 9 sc. Rep from * around. (132 hdc)
Round 38: *1 hdc in each of next 5 hdc. 2 hdc in next hdc. 1 hdc in each of next 5 hdc. Rep from * around. (144 hdc)
Round 39: *2 hdc in next hdc. 1 hdc in each of next 11 hdc. Rep from * around. (156 hdc)
Round 40: *1 hdc in each of next 6 hdc. 2 hdc in next hdc. 1 hdc in each of next 6 hdc. Rep from * around. (168 hdc)
Round 41: *1 hdc in each of next 4 hdc. 2 hdc in next hdc. 1 hdc each of next 9 hdc. Rep from * around. (180 hdc)
Add the Hat Brim Wire:
Holding plastic brim wire along top of 41st rnd and crocheting around, work 1 sc in each hdc around. Join with slip st to first sc. Fasten off.
Trim plastic brim wire and secure with crimp bead.
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