Granny Square Crochet Bucket Hat Pattern
A granny square bucket hat is a good choice when you want a colorful retro look without complicated stitch shaping. Read through the steps once before starting so the crown, sides, and brim all stay in proportion.
Materials
- Cotton yarn in 4 to 6 colors
- 4 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Blocking pins
- Stitch markers
Step-by-step instructions
- Crochet five or six small granny squares in the same size.
- Block the squares so the corners and edges line up.
- Join the squares into a band that fits around the head.
- Join the first and last square to make a tube.
- Work single crochet evenly around the top edge.
- Decrease gradually or add a small flat circle to close the crown.
- Work one round around the lower edge to prepare for the brim.
- Add gentle increases for the first brim round.
- Continue the brim for two to four rounds depending on the look you want.
- Finish with a clean edging round in one solid color.
- Weave in all color-change ends securely.
Fit and finishing tips
- Block the squares before joining.
- Keep the square band close to head size.
- Use one edge color to make the hat look polished.
Best use
Use this bucket hat style for summer outfits, handmade gifts, vacation accessories, market makes, or a practical cotton yarn project that photographs well.
