The Barkley Kids Hat
Free Written Crochet Pattern
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The Barkley Kids Hat
The Barkley Kids Hat is inspired by the great outdoors and named after Barkley Sound off the West Coast of Vancouver Island in beautiful British Columbia, Canada. This is the perfect crochet pattern for chilly days and outdoor adventures.
This hat pattern was designed with beginners in mind. It is quick, easy, and only uses three basic crochet stitches: the slip stitch, single crochet, and half double crochet.
Whether you're making it for your own little one or as a gift, this hat is sure to be a beloved addition to any wardrobe. So grab your yarn and hook and get ready to spread some cheer with the Barkley Kids Hat pattern!
If you need a little extra help check out the free step-by-step video tutorial.
STITCHES
blo: back loop only
ch: chain
hdc: half double crochet
rep: repeat
sc: single crochet
sl st: slip stitch
SUPPLIES
6.50 mm crochet hook (headband)
9.00 mm crochet hook (hat)
stitch markers
darning needle
scissors
pom pom maker
handmade tags (optional)
GUAGE
5 stitches and 4 rows = 2 inches
SIZE
Toddler
YARN
Colours: Cornflower Blue and Blackstone
NOTES
If you are new to crocheting I highly recommend that you use a stitch marker (sm). The sm is placed on the first stitch in each row (not the chain).
The chain at the beginning of the row does not count as a stitch.
The first stitch in your row is worked in the same stitch as the sl st.
Make sure the number of stitches in each row matches the totals provided.
Headband
using your 6.50 mm hook, ch 6
ROW 1
(starting in the 2nd ch from your hook), sc in next 5,
ch1 and turn.
Total = 5
ROWS 2-36
scBLO next 5,
ch 1 and turn.
Total = 5
Note: Do not ch1 at the end of row 36.
Join Headband
Line up the last row with your original chain.
Slip stitch in next 5 to join the headband.
Turn the band right side out (seam on the inside).
Total = 5
Note: You are inserting your hook under both the front and back loops in your final row, but only one loop in your original chain.
Hat
using your 9.00 mm hook
ROW 1
ch 1,
sc in next 36,
sl st to first stitch in the row to join.
Total = 36
Note: You are working at the top of every row from your headband.
ROWS 2-4
ch 1,
hdc in next 36,
sl st to first stitch in the row to join.
Total = 36
Note: Change colour at the end of row 4 before completing the sl st. At the end of row 4, insert hook into first stitch in the row, yarn over with new colour and pull though all the loops on your hook to complete the sl st. Continue row 5 using the new colour. If you need a little extra help changing the colour check out the free step-by-step video tutorial.
ROWS 5
ch 1,
hdc in next 36,
sl st to first stitch in the row to join.
Total = 36
ROW 6
ch 1,
*hdc in next 4, hdc2tog* (rep * to end ),
sl st to first stitch in the row to join.
Total = 30
ROW 7
ch 1,
*hdc in next 3, hdc2tog* (rep * to end),
sl st to first stitch in the row to join.
Total = 24
R0W 8
ch 1,
*hdc in next 2, hdc2tog* (rep * to end),
sl st to first stitch in the row to join.
Total = 18
R0W 9
ch 1,
hdc2tog (rep 9 times)
sl st to first stitch in the row to join.
Total = 9
Closing the Hat
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail.
Pull the yarn through the final loop and pull tight to knot.
Using a small crochet hook or a needle weave the yarn in and out through the 9 stitches
Pul tigh to close the top of the hat.
Tie a knot to secure hat closing.
Pull the end to the inside of your hat.
Weave in all the loose ends.
Learn 3 simple tricks for making the perfect pom pom for your hat.
