Crochet Party Hat
Celebrate in style with a handmade party hat crafted using the art of crochet. This unique accessory adds a touch of charm and personality to any festive occasion, whether it's a birthday bash, baby shower, or holiday gathering. The intricate stitches and vibrant yarn colors make each hat a one-of-a-kind piece that is sure to stand out in a crowd. Crocheting a party hat allows for endless customization options, from choosing the perfect color scheme to adding fun embellishments like pom-poms or tassels. The soft and flexible nature of crochet makes the hat comfortable to wear for hours on end, ensuring that you can party in comfort and style. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a beginner looking for a fun project, creating a crochet party hat is a delightful way to showcase your creativity and spread joy to those around you.
Materials:
2 oz. worsted weight yarn (Red Heart Bikini shown)
Size J crochet hook
Gauge: 2 rnds dc=1 1/4"
Size: Fits an 8-year-old child
Rnd 1: Ch 4, join w sl st in 1st ch to form ring, ch 3, 5 dc in ring, join w sl st in top of ch 3 (6 dc).
Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc in next 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc, join as before (8 dc).
Rnd 3: Ch 3, dc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc in next 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc in last 2 dc, join as before (10 dc).
Rnd 4: Ch 3, dc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * once, dc in last dc, join as before (13 dc).
Rnd 5: Ch 3, dc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * twice, dc in last dc, join as before (17 dc).
Rnd 6: Ch 3, dc in next 3 dc, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next 4 dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * once, dc in last 2 dc, join as before (20 dc).
Rnd 7: Ch 3, dc in next 3 dc, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next 4 dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * twice, join as before (24 dc).
Rnd 8: Ch 3, dc in next 3 dc, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next 4 dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * twice, dc in last 4 dc, join as before (28 dc).
Rnd 9: Ch 3, dc in next 5 dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc in next 6 dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc in next 7 dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc in last 6 dc, join as before (31 dc).
Rnd 10: Ch 3, dc in next 11 dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc in next 12 dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc in last 5 dc, join as before (33 dc).
Rnd 11: Ch 3, dc in next 15 dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc in next 16 dc, join as before (34 dc).
Rnd 12: Ch 3, dc in next 15 dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc in next 16 dc, 2 dc in next dc, join as before (36 dc).
Rnd 13: Ch 3, dc in next 7 dc, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next 8 dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * twice, join as before (40 dc).
Rnd 14: Ch 3, dc in next 7 dc, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next 8 dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * twice, dc in last 4 dc, join as before (44 dc).
Rnd 15: Ch 3, dc in next 5 dc, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next 6 dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * 4 times, dc in last 2 dc, join as before (50 dc).
Rnd 16: Ch 3, dc in next 5 dc, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next 6 dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * 5 times, join as before (57 dc).
Rnd 17: Ch 3, dc in next 5 dc, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next 6 dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * 6 times, dc in last dc, join as before, fasten off (65 dc).
Strap: Ch 50, fasten off. Attach strap to bottom sides of hat as shown.
Weave in ends and party!