by If you love bright, cheerful designs and want to make a statement accessory, then a crochet sunflower hat is the perfect project! Combining the natural beauty of sunflowers with the practicality of a sun hat or beanie, this fun and vibrant hat is a must-have for summer festivals, photo shoots, or sunny walks in the garden.
This tutorial guides you through making your very own sunflower-themed hat, whether you prefer a slouchy beanie style, a bucket hat, or a sun hat with a brim.
🌼 Project Overview
- Style: Bucket hat or sun hat with sunflower motif
- Skill Level: Confident beginner to intermediate
- Estimated Time: 4–6 hours
- Techniques Used: Magic ring, increasing in the round, changing colors, puff stitch or bobble stitch (optional), working in spiral or joined rounds
🧶 Materials Needed
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Yarn | Worsted weight (#4) cotton or acrylic yarn in: |
| 🌻 Yellow (petals), | |
| 🌿 Green (leaves/brim), | |
| 🤎 Brown (center), | |
| 🎨 Optional base color (cream/white for hat body) | |
| Hook | 4.5 mm – 5.5 mm crochet hook |
| Yarn Needle | For weaving in ends |
| Stitch Markers | Helpful for tracking rounds |
| Scissors | For trimming yarn |
| Measuring Tape | For sizing the hat |
👒 Finished Size
- Adult Women’s Size: 21–23” head circumference
- Can be adjusted for kids or larger heads by increasing more rounds
🧵 Stitches & Abbreviations
| Abbreviation | Stitch |
|---|---|
| CH | Chain |
| SC | Single Crochet |
| HDC | Half Double Crochet |
| DC | Double Crochet |
| SL ST | Slip Stitch |
| MR | Magic Ring |
| INC | Increase (2 SC in same stitch) |
| BLO | Back Loop Only |
| Puff | Puff Stitch (Yarn Over, pull up loop 3–4x, pull through all loops) |
🌻 Step-by-Step Crochet Sunflower Hat Pattern
✅ PART 1: Crochet the Sunflower Motif (Top of the Hat)
We begin with a sunflower that acts as the crown of the hat.
Using brown yarn (center of sunflower):
Round 1: Make a magic ring, work 12 SC into ring. Join with SL ST. (12)
Round 2: 2 SC in each st around. (24)
Round 3: *SC in next st, 2 SC in next* repeat around. (36)
Fasten off brown yarn.
Join yellow yarn for sunflower petals:
Round 4: *CH 2, 2 DC in next st, CH 2, SL ST in next st* – repeat in each stitch around (18 petals).
Fasten off and weave ends.
You now have a flat sunflower motif that forms the top of your hat.
✅ PART 2: Build the Hat Body (Bucket Style)
Now we switch to cream, white, or green yarn for the hat body.
Attach new yarn to any stitch behind the petals (into Round 3 if needed):
Round 5: SC in BLO of each stitch around (36)
Round 6: *SC in next 5 sts, INC* repeat around (42)
Round 7: *SC in next 6 sts, INC* repeat around (48)
Keep increasing like this until you reach the desired hat crown diameter (around 6.5″–7″ for adult size).
Once crown is large enough, work even (no increases):
Rounds 8–18: SC in each stitch around (adjust number of rounds for height of hat).
Optional: Use HDC or DC for a slightly slouchy or looser fit.
✅ PART 3: Add Decorative Leaves (Optional)
Switch to green yarn:
Round 19: *SC in next 4 sts, CH 4, SL ST in 2nd ch from hook, SC, HDC in next, SL ST back into next base stitch* – repeat around.
These create little leaf spikes at the base.
✅ PART 4: Create the Brim (Sun Hat Style)
You can add a wide brim using green or base color:
Round 20: *SC in next st, INC* repeat around (will widen)
Round 21: SC in each stitch
Round 22: *SC in next 2, INC* repeat
Round 23–25: SC in each stitch around
You can keep increasing every few rounds for a wider, floppier brim.
Optional edge finish:
- Crab stitch (reverse SC) for a firm edge
- Slip stitch round for a neat finish
🧵 Variations
| Style | Change |
|---|---|
| 🧢 Beanie Style | Skip brim and make hat shorter (stop after Round 16–18) |
| 👒 Wide Brim | Add more increase rounds and 4–6 rounds of SC |
| 🌈 Multi-Flower Top | Use multiple small sunflowers stitched together as top |
| 🎀 Add-ons | Add ribbons, buttons, or embroidery along the sides |
🧼 Care Instructions
- Hand wash in cold water with mild detergent
- Lay flat to dry
- Avoid machine washing for natural fibers
🧡 Why You’ll Love This Project
- Bright and cheerful for spring/summer
- Great beginner-to-intermediate project
- Highly customizable
- Makes an adorable handmade gift
- Perfect for festivals, vacations, or garden time!
Video Tutorial:
📌 Final Thoughts
The crochet sunflower hat brings warmth, happiness, and a pop of handmade style to your wardrobe. With simple stitches and creative flair, you can make your own wearable sunflower in just a few hours. Whether you go for a classic bucket hat or a wide-brimmed sun hat, this is a project you’ll wear with pride.
