Ready to give your hat-making skills a fun twist? This Subtle Relief Crochet Hat Pattern is just the project to refresh your winter wardrobe!
Featuring beautiful raised stitches with a modern ribbed brim, this hat works up quickly using chunky yarn and simple post-stitch techniques.
It’s a fantastic option for anyone wanting an easy, stylish project with a bit of flair.
You can find the free pattern below, or you can purchase the ad-free printable PDF from my shop.
Contents
Materials
- Chunky (bulky) weight yarn – (3.5 oz / 100 g; 108 yds / 99 m), approx. 2 skeins
- Crochet hook: U.S. L/11 (8 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
- Yarn needle (for finishing)
You can find the free pattern below, or you can purchase the ad-free printable PDF from my shop.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- Approx = Approximately
- Beg = Beginning
- Ch = Chain(s)
- Dc = Double Crochet
- Dcbp = Back Post Double Crochet
- Dcfp = Front Post Double Crochet
- Rem = Remaining
- Rep = Repeat
- Rnd(s) = Round(s)
- RS = Right Side
- Sc = Single Crochet
- Sl St = Slip Stitch
- St(s) = Stitch(es)
- Tog = Together
- WS = Wrong Side
- Yoh = Yarn Over Hook
Size & Gauge
- Size: One size fits an average woman’s head
- Gauge: 7 single crochet and 8 rows = 4” [10 cm]
You can find the free pattern below, or you can purchase the ad-free printable PDF from my shop.
Pattern Instructions
Ribbing:
Ch 7.
Row 1 (RS): Working in back loops only, 1 sl st in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sl st in each ch across. Turn. (6 sts)
Row 2: Working in back loops only, 1 sl st in each of next 6 sl sts. Turn.
Repeat Row 2 until the work from beginning measures 21″ [53.5 cm], ending on a WS row.
Do not fasten off.
Join back seam: Working in back loops only, sl st the last row and the remaining loops of the foundation chain together to form a tube. Do not fasten off. Turn the work and proceed as follows:
Hat Body
Note: Ch 3 at beginning of round does not count as a stitch.
Round 1: Ch 3. Work 40 dc evenly around. Join with sl st to first dc. (40 sts)
Round 2: Ch 3. (1 dcfp around next 3 sts, 1 dcbp around next 2 sts) repeat 8 times. Join with sl st to first dcfp.
Round 3: Ch 3. (1 dcbp around next st, 1 dcfp around next 3 sts, 1 dcbp around next st) repeat 8 times. Join with sl st to first dcbp.
Round 4: Ch 3. (1 dcbp around next 2 sts, 1 dcfp around next 3 sts) repeat 8 times. Join with sl st to first dcbp.
Round 5: Ch 3. (1 dcfp around next st, 1 dcbp around next 2 sts, 1 dcfp around next 2 sts) repeat 8 times. Join with sl st to first dcfp.
Round 6: Ch 3. (1 dcfp around next 2 sts, 1 dcbp around next 2 sts, 1 dcfp around next st) repeat 8 times. Join with sl st to first dcfp.
Repeat Rounds 2 to 6 until hat measures approximately 8″ [20.5 cm] from beginning, ending on Round 6.
Shape Top
Round 1: Ch 3. (1 dcfp around next 3 sts, skip 1 st, 1 dcbp around next st) repeat 8 times. Join with sl st to first dcfp. (32 sts)
Round 2: Ch 3. (1 dcfp around next 3 sts, skip 1 st) repeat 8 times. Join with sl st to first dcfp. (24 sts)
Round 3: Ch 3. (1 dcfp around next 2 sts, skip 1 st) repeat 8 times. Join with sl st to first dcfp. (16 sts)
Fasten off leaving a long end. Draw end tightly through rem sts and fasten securely.
Pompom (Optional)
- Wrap yarn around 4 fingers about 100 times.
- Tie tightly in the center and leave a long end for attaching.
- Cut loops at both ends and trim to form a round shape.
- Sew securely to top of the hat.
Finishing Touch
And that’s it — your Subtle Relief Crochet Hat is complete! With its raised post-stitch texture and bold structure, it’s perfect for chilly days or as a handmade gift.
It’s quick to work up and adds the perfect pop of texture to any winter outfit.
