Crochet Christmas Pudding Hat Pattern Free

Crochet Christmas Pudding Hat Pattern Free – A Christmas pudding is a classic symbol of the holiday season, and what better way to celebrate than by wearing a hat that looks like one! This cute and cozy crochet hat is perfect for Christmas parties, holiday photos, or just spreading some cheer during the cold months. The hat is made in simple stitches and can be customized with colors to suit your preferences.

Materials Needed

Yarn:
- Brown yarn for the pudding base (Worsted weight, about 100-150 yards).
- White yarn for the icing (Worsted weight, about 50 yards).
- Green yarn for the holly leaves (Small amount).
- Red yarn for the berries (Small amount).
Crochet Hook: Size 5mm (H-8) or recommended hook size for your yarn.
Stitch Markers: To mark the beginning of rounds.
Yarn Needle: For weaving in ends and sewing the holly leaves and berries onto the hat.
Scissors.
Optional: Small pom-pom maker for a cute finishing touch on top of the hat.

Gauge:

4 inches = 12 dc (double crochet) and 7 rows (in the round).

Sizes

This pattern is for an adult size hat. For a smaller or larger size, adjust the number of stitches in the foundation chain and rows.

Crochet Christmas Pudding Hat Instructions

Step 1: Crochet the Base (Pudding)

Start with the Magic Ring:
- Create a magic ring and chain 3 (this counts as the first dc).
Round 1:
- Work 11 dc into the magic ring (12 dc total).
- Pull the ring tight to close the circle.
- Join with a slip stitch into the top of the beginning chain 3.
Round 2:
- Chain 3 (counts as first dc), and work 2 dc in each stitch around (24 dc total).
- Join with a slip stitch.
Round 3:
- Chain 3, dc in the next stitch, 2 dc in the next stitch. Repeat around (36 dc total).
- Join with a slip stitch.
Round 4:
- Chain 3, dc in the next 2 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch. Repeat around (48 dc total).
- Join with a slip stitch.
Rounds 5-10:
- Chain 3 and dc in each stitch around for 6 rounds (48 dc per round).
- Join with a slip stitch at the end of each round.
Round 11:
- Chain 3, dc in the next 2 stitches, dc2tog (decrease). Repeat around (36 dc total).
- Join with a slip stitch.
Round 12:
- Chain 3, dc in the next stitch, dc2tog. Repeat around (24 dc total).
- Join with a slip stitch.
Round 13:
- Chain 3, dc2tog around (12 dc total).
- Join with a slip stitch.
Fasten off: Leave a long tail to sew up the top of the hat.

Step 2: Add the Icing

Switch to White Yarn:
- Attach the white yarn at the top of the hat.
Round 14:
- Chain 3 (counts as first dc), and work dc in each stitch around (12 dc).
- Join with a slip stitch.
Round 15:
- Work a sc (single crochet) in each stitch around the edge of the icing.
- Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Step 3: Make the Holly Leaves

Using Green Yarn, make 2 small leaves:

Leaf 1:
- Ch 4, work 1 dc in the 4th ch from the hook.
- Ch 2, work 1 dc in the same stitch.
- Ch 3, dc in the next stitch.
- Fasten off and leave a long tail to attach to the hat.
Leaf 2:
- Repeat the same instructions for the second leaf.
Sew the Leaves onto the top part of the hat.

Step 4: Add the Berries

Using Red Yarn, make 2 small berries:
- Ch 2, work 6 sc into the second chain from the hook.
- Join with a slip stitch and fasten off. Leave a small tail to sew onto the hat.
Sew the Berries onto the center of the holly leaves.

Step 5: Finishing Touches

Optional Pom-Pom:
- If you’d like, create a small pom-pom using brown yarn or a contrasting color and attach it to the top of the hat.
Weaving In Ends:
- Use a yarn needle to weave in any loose ends, ensuring a clean finish.

Final Thoughts

This Crochet Christmas Pudding Hat is a fun and festive accessory that is sure to bring smiles at any holiday gathering. With its cute design and easy-to-follow pattern, it’s perfect for gifts, holiday photoshoots, or just spreading Christmas cheer.

You can easily modify this hat by adding more decoration like sparkles, other colors, or even a personalized message. Enjoy your crocheting and have a merry holiday season!