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35 Free Easy Crochet Hat Patterns Worsted Yarn to Make

Are you in need of easy and stylish worsted weight crochet hat patterns to your wardrobe? Spice up your look with a handmade crochet hat with these free patterns!

Making hats from worsted weight yarn is quick and simple, meaning you can make several different styles in no time. Not sure where to start?

crochet hat patterns with worsted weight yarn gauge 4

You’re in luck – there are 35 free easy crochet patterns for worsted weight yarn here that will get your creativity flowing. Keep reading for inspiration on the perfect design for your next DIY crochet project.

These hat patterns all use worsted weight yarn, gauge 4. This is an easy yarn to find and there are usually lots of different colors available.

Free Crochet Hat Patterns to Try

Hat Sizes

Making a hat for someone but you can’t measure them? Use these typical hat sizes to make the correct size.

If the person is available, use a piece of string or a soft tape measure to measure the distance around their head and the height.

You can also have them try it on and either increase or decrease the size. Some patterns and yarn have more stretch so for the best results try the hat on.

  • Adult Large – 23 in – Height 9 to 9.5 in
  • Adult Medium 22 in – Height 8.5 to 9 in
  • Adult Small 20-21 in – Height 8 to 8.5 in
  • Child – 19-20 in – Height 7.5 to 8 in
  • Toddler 18-19 in – Height 7.25 to 7.5 in
  • 12 mo. – 24 mo. 17-18 in – Height 6.5 to 7.25 in
  • 6 mo. – 12 mo. 16-17 in – Height 6.25 to 6.5 in
  • 3 mo. – 6 mo. 14-15 in – Height 6 to 6.25 in
  • Newborn to 3 mo. 13 – 14 in – Height 4.5 to 6 in
  • Preemie 12 to 13 in – Height 4 – 4.5 in

35 Free Easy Crochet Hat Patterns Worsted Weight Yarn to Make

1. Colorful Tweed Free Crochet Hat Pattern – Gauge 4 Yarn

Try this free and easy tweed crochet hat pattern using worsted weight yarn. This pattern works up quickly. There is a free printable PDF available.

Make this easy colorful hat using Lion Brand Yarn. This pattern is an easy to make and only needs 1 skein of yarn. Add a pom pom for a fun touch of style.

This pattern is made using half double crochet front and back post stitches for the bottom and single and double crochet stitches in the same stitch repeated.

Yarn Needed: 1 Skien of Lion Brand Mandala Tweed

Skill Level: Intermediate

2. Poppy Textured Hat Free Crochet Pattern Worsted Weight Yarn

easy hat crochet pattern using worsted weight yarn

This hat is made as a rectangle starting the with ribbed section. Then half double crochet and the slip stitch for the made part of the hat.

This easy pattern make a double thick brim and a hat with few holes with the woven textured of the stitches.

Yarn Need:1 skein Premier Spun Colors Yarn (gauge 4)

Skill Level: Intermediate

3. Wanderlust Beanie

wanderlust crochet beanie in worsted weight yarn
kirstenhollowaydesigns.com

This is a great unisex crocheted hat pattern. This easy crochet pattern will work up quickly using worsted weight gauge 4 yarn.

Yarn Needed:1 skein Lion Brand Heartland

Skill Level: Easy (uses basic stitches)

4. Faded Beanie

hookedonhomemadehappiness.com

This would be a great men’s hat. The stripes would look good in lots of different colors.

Yarn Needed: 2 different colors of Lion Brand Jeans Yarn

Skill Level: Easy (basic stitches + extended single crochet, magic circle)

5. Candyn Hat Crochet Pattern Worsted Weight Yarn

cable crochet hat with diamond design using worsted weight yarn
lakesideloops.com

This pattern uses cables for the beautiful design with sizes child to adult. There is a YouTube video tutorial too.

Yarn Needed: 2 Skeins of Lion Brand Feels Like Butta Yarn

Skill Level: Intermediate

6. Argyle Beanie – Free Crochet Hat Pattern

argyle beanie crochet hat pattern using worsted weight yarn
www.acrochetedsimplicity.com

Make a diamond patterned hat using worsted weight gauge 4 yarn. This beanie has a pretty textured design.

Yarn Need: Lion Brand Pound of Love Yarn

Skill Level: Intermediate (in the round)

7. Easy Peasy 30-Minute Beanie

30 minute easy crochet beanie pattern
hearthookhome.com

Make this basic hat with this quick pattern. Learn how to make this easy hat.

Yarn Needed: worsted weight yarn

Skill: Beginner

8. Autumn Harvest Crochet Hat

Autumn harvest crochet hat pattern
crochetdreamz.com

Learn how to make this textured hat. This hat would look good in any color of worsted weight yarn.

Yarn: 1 skein Lion Brand Heartland

Skill Level: Intermediate (top down hat)

9. November Twilight Crochet Slouch Hat

crocheted textured hat pattern
kirstenhollowaydesigns.com

Try this easy feminine crochet slouch hat pattern. There is a matching scarf pattern too.

Yarn: 1 skein Caron Simply Soft

Skill Level: Easy

10. Free Plaid Crochet Hat Pattern Worsted Weight Yarn

crocheted plaid hat
makeanddocrew.com

Make your own plaid hat with this free crochet hat pattern in child to adult sizes.

Yarn Needed: Lion Brand Jeans Yarn

Skill: Intermediate (changes of color, in the round)

11. Bead Stitch Hat Free Crochet Pattern

bead stitch crochet hat pattern
5littlemonsters.com

Try this crochet hat pattern using the bead stitch to make little raised dots in stripes. There is a matching cowl for this hat.

Yarn Needed: All Things You Essential Acrylic

Skill Level: Intermediate (half double crochet stitch, post stitches, & bead stitch)

12. Michelle Beanie Worsted Weight Yarn

textured crochet hat pattern
caabcrochet.com

This hat has a pretty raised texture that look like a flower or puff. There is a matching scarf pattern to go with this hat.

Yarn Needed: Yarn Bee Yarn ID

Skill Level: Intermediate (work in the round, bean stitch)

13. Solstice Winter Hat

ribbed crochet hat pattern
crochetconfidential.com

This is a flattering rib hat that would look great on anyone. You can wear it with a double brim or slouchy as you prefer.

Yarn Needed: Lion Brand Wool Ease Yarn (heavy worsted weight)

Skill Level: Easy

14. Peek-A-Boo Beanie Crochet Pattern

textured stripe crochet hat pattern in worsted weight yarn, free pattern
caabcrochet.com

Try this hat. It has a matching scarf pattern with the same great texture.

Yarn Needed: Caron Simply Soft

Skill Level: Intermediate (Camel stitch in the round)

15. Widcombe C2C Hat

C2C crochet hat pattern free pattern using worsted weight yarn
hanjancrochet.com

This crochet hat pattern is available in sizes baby to adult. This hat pattern has a different stitch that usual, the corner to corner stitch. There is a video to help with the pattern.

Yarn Needed: Wool of the Andes by Worsted WeCrochet

Skill Level: Intermediate (C2C worked as a rectangle)

16. Free Winding Cables Crochet Hat Pattern Worsted Weight Yarn

winding cable beanie crochet pattern
exquisitecrochetuk.com

This is a great project to try Tunisian crochet cables. There is a matching scarf pattern.

Yarn Needed: Women’s Institute Soft & Smooth

Skill Level: Advanced

17. Walcot Beanie

gray and white textured crochet hat pattern
hanjancrochet.com

Make this 2 tone hat using two colors of your and front post stitches. This this pattern today.

Yarn Needed: 2 skeins of different colors of Brava Worsted Weight Yarn

Skill Level: Intermediate

18. Owl Hat Free Crochet Pattern

owl crochet pattern
repeatcrafterme.com

Make cute owl hats with this fun crochet pattern. You can make them for the whole family.

Yarn Needed: Vanna’s Choice® Lion Brand

Skill Level: Easy

19. Lemon Peel Hat

lemon peel stitch crochet hat pattern
nickishomemadecrafts.com

This easy crochet hat pattern uses the lemon peel stitch with a ribbed brim. There are only 2 stitches that you repeat.

Yarn Needed: Premier Yarn Everyday Collection

Skill Level: Easy

20. Twilight Beanie

winter crochet hat pattern
desertblossomcrafts.com

This can is a quick crochet project that you can make for your family. The yarn is soft and easy to work with.

Yarn Needed: Lion Brand Feels Like Butta yarn

Skill Level: Easy

21. Ombre Beanie Crochet Pattern

ombre crochet hat pattern
thepurpleponcho.com

Try this smooth gradient crocheted hat. The hat have two different textures.

Yarn Needed: Red Heart Super Saver Ombre

Skill Level: Easy

22. Sheridan Ridge Slouchy Hat

crochet hat pattern with worsted weight yarn.
throughtheloopyc.com

Let the texture from the front post stitches stand out with a solid color for this hat.

Yarn Needed: Red Heart Super Saver

Skill Level: Intermediate

23. Leigh Crocheted Hat Pattern

textured crochet hat with ribbed brim.
easycrochet.com

Make a textured hat in a solid color with this free crochet hat pattern using worsted weight yarn.

Yarn Needed: Lion Brand Jeans Yarn

Skill Level: Intermediate

24. Simple Slouch Hat Free Crochet Pattern

simple slouch crochet hat
persialou.com

Looking for an easy pattern for a slouchy hat? Try this using mostly double crochet stitches.

Yarn Needed: Caron Simply Soft

Skill Level: Easy

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crochet hat patterns with worsted weight yarn gauge 4