Simple Christmas Beanie – Free Crochet Pattern

I love matching with my kids, so I created this adorable FREE crochet Santa hat pattern for the whole family! This simple Christmas Beanie is a fantastic beginner project and is truly size-inclusive. It’s gender-neutral and the free pattern includes a full range of all sizes from newborn through adult. Best of all, there is a full video tutorial and photo tutorial to guide you through every step of this easy Christmas hat crochet pattern!

This beginner crochet hat pattern is worked from the ribbed brim up to the top of the hat, which I find to be the best and easiest method for getting accurate sizing. With this technique, you are able to continuously check the size of the crochet Christmas hat as you work, making it simple to adjust the number of rows for the perfect fit for all sizes of this Santa hat pattern.

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Free Crochet Pattern for Simple Christmas Beanie

Stitch Abbreviations

st = stitch
sl st = slip stitch
ch = chain
SC = single crochet
BPDC = back post double crochet
DC = double crochet
DC2tog = double crochet 2 stitches together

Notes

• Chain 1 or 2 at the beginning of each row does NOT count as a stitch (unless otherwise specified).
• Approximate circumference for each size is the measurement that your band should comfortably stretch to (the actual length of your band will be shorter).
• See tutorial photos.
• You can find the full video tutorial of this crochet Christmas hat pattern here. The video displays the pattern in a child size. The full range of sizes is available in the written pattern, which is available below the video.

Video Tutorial for Simple Christmas Beanie

This video is also available on YouTube. Watch this video: Simple Christmas Beanie Crochet Tutorial on YouTube.

Pattern

0-3 Months

Approx. circumference: 13” / Approx. length:5”

Ribbed Band

Using color A (shown as white):

R1: Ch 7, SC in second ch from hook and each st to end of row. (6 sts)

R2-35: Ch 1, turn, working in the back loops of previous round, SC in each st across. (6 sts)

Bring both ends of band together and join with a sl st to the top of first row. Sl st the two ends of the band together.

Do not fasten off.

Flip the band to hide the join on the inside of the hat.

Hat Body

R1: Ch 1, work 1 SC along the top of each row in the ribbed band. Join with a sl st to beginning SC. (35 sts)

Using color B (shown as red):

R2: Ch 2, 1 BPDC in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (35 sts)

R3-9: Ch 2, 1 DC in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (35 sts)

R10: Ch 2, DC2tog around, 1 DC in last st. Join with a sl st to beginning. (18 sts)

Leave long tail for finishing.

Fasten off.

Move to Finishing (All Sizes).

3-6 Months

Approx. circumference: 14” / Approx. length: 5.5”

Ribbed Band

Using color A (shown as white):

R1: Ch 7, SC in second ch from hook and each st to end of row. (6 sts)

R2-40: Ch 1, turn, working in the back loops of previous round, SC in each st across. (6 sts)

Bring both ends of band together and join with a sl st to the top of first row. Sl st the two ends of the band together.

Do not fasten off.

Flip the band to hide the join on the inside of the hat.

Hat Body

R1: Ch 1, work 1 SC along the top of each row in the ribbed band. Join with a sl st to beginning SC. (40 sts)

Using color B (shown as red):

R2: Ch 2, 1 BPDC in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (40 sts)

R3-9: Ch 2, 1 DC in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (40 sts)

R10: Ch 2, DC2tog around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (20 sts)

Leave long tail for finishing.

Fasten off.

Move to Finishing (All Sizes).

6-12 Months

Approx. circumference: 16” / Approx. length: 6”

Ribbed Band

Using color A (shown as white):

R1: Ch 7, SC in second ch from hook and each st to end of row. (6 sts)

R2-45: Ch 1, turn, working in the back loops of previous round, SC in each st across. (6 sts)

Bring both ends of band together and join with a sl st to the top of first row. Sl st the two ends of the band together.

 Do not fasten off.

 Flip the band to hide the join on the inside of the hat.

Hat Body

R1: Ch 1, work 1 SC along the top of each row in the ribbed band. Join with a sl st to beginning SC. (45 sts)

Using color B (shown as red):

R2: Ch 2, 1 BPDC in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (45 sts)

R3-10: Ch 2, 1 DC in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (45 sts)

R11: Ch 2, DC2tog around, 1 DC in last st. Join with a sl st to beginning. (23 sts)

Leave long tail for finishing.

Fasten off.

Move to Finishing (All Sizes).

Toddler

Approx. circumference: 18” / Approx. length: 7”

Ribbed Band

Using color A (shown as white):

R1: Ch 9, SC in second ch from hook and each st to end of row. (8 sts)

R2-50: Ch 1, turn, working in the back loops of previous round, SC in each st across. (8 sts)

Bring both ends of band together and join with a sl st to the top of first row. Sl st the two ends of the band together.

Do not fasten off.

Flip the band to hide the join on the inside of the hat.

Hat Body

R1: Ch 1, work 1 SC along the top of each row in the ribbed band. Join with a sl st to beginning SC. (50 sts)

Using color B (shown as red):

R2: Ch 2, 1 BPDC in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (50 sts)

R3-11: Ch 2, 1 DC in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (50 sts)

R12: Ch 2, DC2tog around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (25 sts)

Leave long tail for finishing.

Fasten off.

Move to Finishing (All Sizes).

Child

Approx. circumference: 20” / Approx. length: 7.5”

Ribbed Band

Using color A (shown as white):

R1: Ch 9, SC in second ch from hook and each st to end of row. (8 sts)

R2-55: Ch 1, turn, working in the back loops of previous round, SC in each st across. (8 sts)

Bring both ends of band together and join with a sl st to the top of first row. Sl st the two ends of the band together.

 Do not fasten off.

Flip the band to hide the join on the inside of the hat.

Hat Body

R1: Ch 1, work 1 SC along the top of each row in the ribbed band. Join with a sl st to beginning SC. (55 sts)

Using color B (shown as red):

R2: Ch 2, 1 BPDC in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (55 sts)

R3-13: Ch 2, 1 DC in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (55 sts)

R14: Ch 2, DC2tog around, 1 DC in last st. Join with a sl st to beginning. (28 sts)

Leave long tail for finishing.

Fasten off.

Move to Finishing (All Sizes).

Teen / Adult Small

Approx. circumference: 21” / Approx. length: 8”

Ribbed Band

Using color a (shown as white):

R1: Ch 9, SC in second ch from hook and each st to end of row. (8 sts)

R2-60: Ch 1, turn, working in the back loops of previous round, SC in each st across. (8 sts)

Bring both ends of band together and join with a sl st to the top of first row. Sl st the two ends of the band together.

 Do not fasten off.

Flip the band to hide the join on the inside of the hat.

Hat Body

R1: Ch 1, work 1 SC along the top of each row in the ribbed band. Join with a sl st to beginning SC. (60 sts)

Using color B (shown as red):

R2: Ch 2, 1 BPDC in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (60 sts)

R3-14: Ch 2, 1 DC in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (60 sts)

R15: Ch 2, DC2tog around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (30 sts)

Leave long tail for finishing.

Fasten off.

Move to Finishing (All Sizes).

Adult

Approx. circumference: 23” / Approx. length: 9”

Ribbed Band

Using color A (shown as white):

R1: Ch 9, SC in second ch from hook and each st to end of row. (8 sts)

R2-65: Ch 1, turn, working in the back loops of previous round, SC in each st across. (8 sts)

Bring both ends of band together and join with a sl st to the top of first row. Sl st the two ends of the band together.

 Do not fasten off.

Flip the band to hide the join on the inside of the hat.

Hat Body

R1: Ch 1, work 1 SC along the top of each row in the ribbed band. Join with a sl st to beginning SC. (65 sts)

Using color B (shown as red):

R2: Ch 2, 1 BPDC in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (65 sts)

R3-15: Ch 2, 1 DC in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to beginning. (65 sts)

R16: Ch 2, DC2tog around, 1 DC in last st. Join with a sl st to beginning. (33 sts)

Leave long tail for finishing.

Fasten off.

Move to Finishing (All Sizes).

Finishing (All Sizes)

Closing Top

 Weave tail of yarn through every other stitch from your last round. Pull tightly and sew hole shut. Fasten off. Weave in ends.

 If desired, attach a fur pom.

I hope you enjoyed making this FREE Christmas hat crochet pattern! This Simple Christmas Beanie is the perfect holiday accessory for the whole family since it includes instructions for all sizes.

Don’t forget to share a photo of your finished crochet Christmas hat on social media and tag me!

Ad-Free PDF Pattern for Simple Christmas Beanie

Quick Tips for Sizing Your Crochet Santa Hat

Since this free crochet Santa hat pattern includes all sizes, follow these tips to ensure a perfect fit every time:

• Gauge Check is Key: To ensure that your crochet Christmas hat works out to the desired dimensions, always check your gauge before starting the main body.
• Measure First: Choose the correct size for your Simple Christmas Beanie based on the head circumference measurement, rather than relying on age sizing alone.
• Band Check: Check that the band of this Christmas hat crochet pattern comfortably stretches to your desired head circumference before moving on to the main body of the hat. This ensures a snug fit!

Alterations and Customization Ideas

This FREE Simple Christmas Beanie pattern is easy to customize! Use these ideas to create your own unique Christmas hat for the family:

• Color Schemes: Create a striped pattern, or use traditional red and green colors to transform your crochet Christmas hat into a festive crochet elf hat!
• Double Pom-Poms: Use two white fur poms on each side of the top of the Santa hat pattern instead of one pom right in the middle for a playful look that is perfect for kids.
• Faux Fur Band: Crochet the band of the Simple Christmas Beanie with a white fur yarn for a cozier, more traditional Santa hat look.
• Pom Style: Switch out the faux fur pom-pom for a traditional yarn pom, or even a different type of fluffy yarn.

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First published December 2022.