The Easiest Crochet Bucket Hat You Need To Make

Want to know how to crochet a bucket hat for this upcoming season? This is the #1 easiest crochet bucket hat and should be on your project list.

I can feel the summer heat knocking on my door, and this crochet bucket hat is perfect for this season! As a person who loves the summertime (and crochet), it’s time to bust out the yarn and crochet hook to make the ultimate crochet bucket hat.

You are going to learn about how to make a crochet bucket hat, from start to finish. From the magic circle, when to increase/decrease, the brim style, and more!

After learning how to make a crochet bucket hat, you are going to be extra prepared this summer.

This post is all about how to make a crochet bucket hat.

Ready for Sunshine?

I am so glad you are here! This crochet bucket hat is perfect to add to your wardrobe or portfolio, or a great gift to give! In this post, we will go over tips, supplies, difficulty level, abbreviations, written patterns, and Q&A … 

I want this written pattern to be SUPER easy for you to read and crochet along with, so please check out the tips/important notes sections I’ve made for you.

Tips for Crochet Bucket Hat

• Read through the entire pattern before starting, so you get a general idea of what to expect. 
• Stretch before starting this project. Even though the stitching is quite loose, we want to warm up first.
• Make sure to gauge your yarn if you are using a different yarn than listed.
• Take necessary breaks if you begin to feel your hands/wrist cramp up

Difficulty Level (Must-know)

For this crochet bucket hat project you should know how to create (and close) a magic circle, the double crochet stitch, the difference between the front loop and back loop, and the increasing/decreasing technique.

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Abbreviations

The Pattern Instructions

Here is the written pattern on how to make the crochet bucket hat. I have simplified it with abbreviations and easy-to-read instructions for the pattern. There are three parts of the crochet bucket hat, the crown section, the sides, and the brim. The pattern will state which section you are working on, in case there are any customizations you’d like to add. Feel free to use this pattern to create your own custom crochet bucket hat.

Results may vary based on skill level, the type of yarn being used, technique, and materials used. This pattern is intended for personal use only.

Row 1: Start with a Magic Circle

Ch2, Insert 10 double crochet inside MG, close the magic circle + slip stitch into the first double-crochet.

Important note: There are several ways to start the beginning of your row, but in this project, you want to chain 2 at the start of every row. But that does not count as your first double crochet. You can place a stitch marker inside your first double crochet (not your chain 2) to know where to place your slip-knot. 

Row 2: Inc in every stitch (20 stitches) 

Row 3: Inc in every other stitch, starting with the first stitch underneath your chain 2 (30)

Row 4: Inc in every third stitch (40)

Row 5: Inc in every fourth (50)

Row 6: Inc in every fifth stitch (60)

Row 7: Inc in every sixth stitch (70) 

To increase the size of the hat continue increasing in rows (80=medium, 90=large) It will cover the crown of your head (sizes vary)

Sides of Hat

Row 8: Ch 2 + Dc bk only

Row 9-14: Ch 2 + double crochet in every stitch

Important note: if you would like to make it longer, continue double crocheting additional rows

Brim

Row 15: Dc fl every seventh stitch

Row 16: Regdc in every stitch

Row 17: Inc every eighth stitch 

Row 18:  Regdc in every stitch

Row 19: Inc every ninth stitch

Important note: For the brim, if you would like to make it longer, please continue to alternate the inc/regular stitches in each row.

Finishing

After completing row 19 or the desired length, you’ll want to snip the yarn (long enough to weave) Then weave in the tail between the edged crochet stitches so that it is no longer visible.

Q&A

How long does it take to crochet a bucket hat?

Approximately it took me about 2-3 hours to complete this bucket crochet hat. Time will vary based on skill, size of hat, color coordination, and anatomy. 

Am I able to customize my crochet bucket hat?

You can customize it however you like! I am going to put pink hearts on mine to make it even more pretty. You can look on YouTube to find customizable bucket crochet hats to make it your own!

Why doesn’t mine look like yours?

Based on your skill level, the type of yarn you are using, and other factors can be taken into consideration if yours don’t look exactly like shown in the picture. However, you can customize it and make the brim longer or the sides of the hat longer if you so desire.

Am I able to switch colors?

You can switch the colors to whatever you like! Remember to count your stitches to ensure you are following the pattern correctly and don’t get confused with anything.

This post was all about how to make a crochet bucket hat.