Crochet Sweetheart Hat Free Pattern

The Sweetheart Hat Crochet Pattern is a free crochet hat pattern. The top down style beanie is an easy single crochet hat.

This little sweetheart hat is a perfect handmade hat for those you love! As soon as I started working on one, then all my kids wanted their own, customized to their favorite colors.

I was, of course, happy to oblige! I even got mixed up and made a green hat with grey hearts for my 3 year old.

He was very disappointed because he wanted a grey hat with green hearts (I can still hear his little crushed voice). Again, I was happy to crochet him another hat, as ordered.

I love working up quick little crochet hats. They’re so fast and it’s fun to make them something special. Especially when they actually wear them!

My oldest wanted a grey hat with orange hearts, then my next son wanted a blue one with grey hearts and, of course, Mr. Grey with Green hearts here.

My little daughter got white with pink hearts. Another make that she loves… unlike some things I make her.

She’s two y’all and she has opinions on what she wears and when! Thank goodness I didn’t have any preconceived notions about how I was going to dress my little girl, pfft. After 3 boys, I’m lucky if any of them are dressed!

Yarn

Anyhow, back to yarn. What colors will you make? Classic red and white? Or a subtle tone on tone? Something bright and cheery? I’d love to see your Crochet Sweetheart Hats!

I worked hard to provide this heart hat pattern in size nb to child. Since this is a single crochet hat it doesn’t have as much stretch as other stitches.

I’ve given you specific measurements so you can get the best fit possible for your little love.

Be sure to watch my quick little video on how to change colors seamlessly, if this is a new technique for you.

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The Pebbled Heart Beanie is a crochet hat that’s full of texture.

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Materials:

100-150yds/91-137m worsted weight yarn; divided into main hat color-Color A (80yds/73yds-120yds/110m) and heart/trim color-Color B (20yds/18m-30yds/27m)

I used a combination of brands and contrasting colors I had on hand, including: Big Twist, I Love This Yarn, Red Heart Super Saver.

hook size according to hat size below

yarn needle*

scissors*

Stitches/Abbreviations-US Terms

Color A-Main hat color

Color B-Contrast color for hearts

mc-magic circle  

rep-repeat

rnd-round

sc-single crochet

sc2tog-single crochet two together

sk-skip the indicated stitch

ss-slip stitch

st(s)-stitch(es)

Notes:

1. This hat pattern is worked in the round, joining the end of each round to the 1st stitch of the round with a slip stitch. Then ch 1, and begin your 1st stitch in the same stitch.
2. Beginning ch 1 does not count as a stitch.
3. Stitch count is very important, as the heart pattern is based on the number of stitches. Check your stitch count at the end of each round. The heart pattern is worked over 10 stitches and 6 rounds. You need a stitch count of 60 (when you’re finished increasing) to complete the pattern as written, adjust your hook and tension accordingly.
4. Below I’ve included the hook and measurements for each hat.
5. You will work 6 hearts total around your hat. Color a is the main color of your hat and color b is the color of your hearts and trim.
6. This hat pattern is written so that the seam will be straight. If you’re used to increasing on the first stitch of a round, this pattern will have you increase at the end of a set, which helps keep that pesky seam in place.
7. Just before or just after, as written in the pattern, you sc2tog you will place 2 sc in the same stitch to compensate for the stitch count. This may be the trickiest round so be sure to check your stitch count here.

Invisible Color Change Video

I’ve included a short video demonstrating the invisible color changing technique I use for this hat. You can watch the video on YouTube.

Gauge:

0-3 mos use hook size d*/3.25mm = 4 sc X 5 rounds = 1″ X 1″, 4.75″ circle, 6″ tall

3-6 mos use hook size e*/3.5mm =  4 sc X 4.5 rounds = 1″ X 1″, 5″ circle, 6″ tall

6-12 mos use hook size f*/3.75mm = 8sc X 8 rnds = 2″ or  5.25″ circle, 6.5″ tall

toddler 12-18 mos use hook size g* /4mm =7.5 sc X 8 rnds = 2″or = 5.75″ circle, 6.75″ tall

toddler 18-24 mos use hook size h*/5mm = 7.5 sc X 7.5 rnds = 2″ or a = 6″ circle, 7″ tall

preschool 2-5 years use hook size i* /5.5mm = 7 sc X 7 rnds = 2″or a =6.25″ circle, 7.5″ tall

child 5-10 years use hook size j*6mm = 3.5 sc X 4 rnds = 1″or a 6.25″ circle, 7.75″ tall

Teen/sm adult use hook size K/6.5 = 3 sc x 4 rnds = 1” or a 6.5” circle, 8” tall 

M/L Adult use hook size L/7mm = 3 sc x 3.5 rnds = 7” circle, 8.25” tall

or adjust your hook/tension to get the needed gauge

Get the full Clover Hook Set* here it’s so worth the investment. I love mine!

I love using my new hook I got for Christmas. It’s the first long handle hook I’ve used and it’s perfect for the small size E hook. You can find similar crochet hooks on Etsy.

Video

Start here to watch how to increase the circle for this hat in the video tutorial on my YouTube channel.

For the Heart Rounds you can watch the full video tutorial here on my channel.

Written Hat Pattern:

Finish off. Add a pom pom if you like. Here are my favorite pom pom makers*!

I hope you enjoy making these sweet heart hats. Please let me know if you have any questions!