Rock bold summer vibes with this Crochet African Flower Bucket Hat Pattern, great for playful color lovers who want a standout, handmade look anywhere.
Crochet African Flower Bucket Hat Pattern Step by Step
This handmade hat features a beautiful design made up of colorful flower motifs that come together to create a stylish and charming look. Each flower is carefully crocheted and joined to form a soft, comfortable bucket hat that fits snugly and adds personality to your outfit.
Its bright and cheerful appearance makes it perfect for sunny days, festivals, or casual outings, giving you a fun and unique accessory that stands out. Beyond its eye-catching design, this hat also offers practical benefits by shading your face from the sun and keeping you cool.
Whether you want to brighten up a simple outfit or gift something special, this flower bucket hat is a wonderful choice. Easy to wear and full of character, it brings warmth, color, and joy wherever you go, combining creativity with everyday comfort in one lovely handmade piece.
African Granny Square Crochet Hat Pattern
Materials
- Yarn in colors of your choice
- 3.5 mm or 4 mm crochet hook (or according to your yarn weight)
- Scissors
- Stitch markers (optional)
- Yarn needle for weaving ends
Pattern Features
- Classic granny square technique with an African flair
- Multiple stitch types including dc, sc, hdc, and tr
- Color changes for a bold, layered effect
- Joined granny squares to form a hat shape
- Beginner to intermediate difficulty level
Difficulty Level
Easy to Intermediate – Basic knowledge of crochet stitches required, plus ability to change colors and join squares.
Step-by-Step Detailed Pattern
Step 1: Create the Magic Circle & First Round
- Begin with a magic circle (or alternative method below).
- Chain 3 (counts as first dc).
- Make 15 double crochets (dc) into the magic circle.
- Total should be 16 dc including the chain 3.
- Close the circle by pulling the tail and join to the top of the chain 3 with a slip stitch.
- Chain 2 and cut yarn to finish the round.
Alternative to Magic Circle:
- Make a slip knot.
- Chain 4, slip stitch into the first chain to form a ring.
- Chain 2 or 3 (counts as first dc), then proceed with the 16 dc into the ring.
Step 2: Color Change & Second Round (Beginning the Pattern)
- Join your new color (e.g., red) by inserting yarn anywhere in your work.
- Chain 2 or 3 to begin double crochet (Marlin chained 2).
- In the same stitch, work another dc.
- Chain 2.
- Work 2 dc in the same stitch again.
- Skip 1 stitch.
- Repeat: 2 dc, chain 2, 2 dc in the next stitch.
- Continue this pattern all around.
- Join with a slip stitch in the middle before proceeding.
- Optional: Make an extra row (blue in video) for larger head size or wig accommodation.
Step 3: Third Round – Working Seven Stitches Per Segment
- Chain 2 (counts as first dc).
- Make 7 dc in the next chain-2 space.
- Repeat this for every chain-2 space around.
- Join with a slip stitch.
- Optional: no need to cut yarn before changing color.
Step 4: Fourth Round – Single Crochet Round with Color Change
- Change yarn color (light blue used in the video).
- Join in a corner space.
- Chain 1 (counts as first single crochet (sc)).
- Make 7 sc in the same corner space.
- Join neighboring granny squares with slip stitches as you go or keep squares separate for now.
- Join color and crochet single crochet stitches according to pattern.
Step 5: Adding Texture with Half Double and Treble Crochets
- After 7 single crochets, work half double crochet (hdc) in the next stitch:
- Yarn over, insert hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through all 3 loops.
- Work 2 double crochets (dc) in the next stitch.
- Work 2 treble crochets (tr) in the next stitch:
- Yarn over twice, insert hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, repeat until one loop remains.
- Continue this combination for corners and sides as shown:
- Half double crochet, 4 single crochets, half double crochet, 2 double crochets, 1 triple crochet, chain 2, 1 triple crochet.
- Repeat for all corners.
Step 6: Final Rounds for Granny Square & Joining
- Change color and work in corners:
- Chain 2, work 3 dc in chain-2 space (chain 2 counts as one dc).
- Skip two stitches, repeat 3 dc in same stitch pattern around.
- For joining squares:
- Place squares facing inside out, join two panels at edges by single crocheting or slip stitching together.
- Join five granny squares as described (four at the base and one on top) to form the hat shape.
- Continue one or two more rounds of dc around edges for a neat finish.
Step 7: Hat Body Rounds – Building Height
- After joining, chain 2 or 3 to begin dc round.
- Work dc in every stitch all around for 1 or 2 rounds until desired hat height.
- Marlin stopped at 2 rows for a fitting size.
Final Notes
- Size adjustments: Add or reduce granny squares or rounds for different head sizes.
- Color customization: Feel free to swap colors or use variegated yarn for unique effects.
- Make five granny squares per hat.
- Joining technique is important to maintain shape and fit.
Tip for Success
Keep stitch tension consistent and use stitch markers if needed to identify granny square corners for easy joining. Also, carefully weave in ends for a neat finish!
Conclusion
This colorful African Granny Square Hat pattern is a wonderful way to practice various crochet stitches and create an eye-catching accessory. With a bit of creativity and patience, you’ll have a cozy, handmade hat perfect for gifting or personal use.
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