How to Crochet Cute Reindeer Hat for Christmas (In Any Size)
While a Santa hat is still on the love list for Christmas wear, if you are looking for a bit more casual and functional hat, the reindeer beanie by Hui will be just perfect. So, follow this Christmas reindeer hat with fluffy strings tutorial that will look especially awesome on kids. This hat has a very warm fit and festive elements like crocheted antlers, ears, and a fluffy pom-pom edge. You will especially fall in love with the fuzzy yarn bottom edging. The hat can be made in child or adult sizes, following the tips from the tutorial. There are many ways to customize this hat, as it strikes the right balance of festiveness, reindeer features, and functionality.
You will crochet it by working both in the rounds and the rows. So, if you have made up your mind to crochet this hat by yourself, continue reading this post till the end. There you will find the complete tutorial.
A Bit the Designer: The designer behind this Christmas hat is @CrochetByHui – Like An_design Crafts, she has excelled at amigurumi designing but seldom tried wearables, and they turned out to be equally professional. From chibi dolls and mermaids to animal keychains like dolphins and mice with a lot of creative and unique variations, her library is a top, though underrated, amigurumi library. What sets this channel apart is the creator’s commitment to making these projects accessible to absolute beginners. She has also made a whole playlist of crochet Christmas projects, from hats to puppets, bag charms to amigurumi, so check them for sure!
Note: In respect of the creator’s pattern rights, there will be no provision of the written pattern. You can watch the tutorial with on-screen written instructions at the end of this post.
Cute Christmas Hat Tutorial
Skill Level: Beginner. This reindeer Christmas hat is constructed in five stages using two main crochet techniques: working in the round for the hat crown and appendages, and working in rows for the main hat body (allowing for a split in the back). The main stitch in this hat is the double crochet (DC), used for its height. To crochet the smaller pieces (ears and antlers), use the shorter, tighter Single Crochet (SC) and stuff them. You will also need sewing.
You will make the pom-pom using a special tool and a hat edge using fuzz yarn are created and a Half Double Crochet (HDC) border. You will also be using turning chains and turning the work for a section of the hat body. Overall, crocheting it would be easy for beginners.
Personalization Tips: You will learn how to adjust the sizing for both child (3-7 years old) and adult versions of the hat by changing the number of increased rows in the crown (in Santa hat). For a larger adult size, simply add more increase rounds (e.g., increasing up to 4 DC between increases). The depth of the hat can also be customized by adding or reducing straight rows in the body section. You can also sew a crochet reindeer face on it.
The pom-pom, which is made from a fuzzy yarn, can also be crocheted in just white, and the ties for the hat’s edge are intentionally long (1.5 meters) to be adaptable for tying under the chin or around the neck.
Pattern Type: A detailed on-screen written pattern is available if you find written instructions easy to follow along with. The pattern is written in US terms.
The Materials Needed
Please gather the following tools and materials for crocheting this Christmas hat, as mentioned and suggested in the tutorial:
- Yarn (主線/Main Yarn): 5-ply milk cotton (or similar yarn) in Red (worked by holding two strands together).
- Yarn (鹿角/Antlers & Ears): 5-ply milk cotton (or similar yarn) in a contrasting color (e.g., beige/brown).
- Yarn (帽邊/Brim & Pom-pom): Special fuzzy/fluffy yarn (or similar) in White.
- Crochet Hook (Main): 5.0 mm (for the hat body worked with two strands).
- Crochet Hook (Accessories): 3.0 mm (for the ears and antlers worked with a single strand).
- Notions: Pom-pom maker, scissors, and a darning needle for assembly and weaving in ends.
- Stuffing: For the antlers and optional filling for the pom-poms.
Stitch Use
The following are the crochet techniques that the tutor will use for crocheting all of this Christmas accessory:
- (Chain Stitch – CH): Used as a foundation, a standing/turning chain, and in the pom-pom string.
- (Slip Stitch – SL ST): Used to join rounds.
- (Double Crochet – DC): The main stitch for the hat, providing a tall stitch for quick height.
- (Double Crochet Increase): Work two double crochet stitches into the same stitch to increase the circumference of the crown.
- (Working in Rows): Crochet back and forth with turning chains to create a flat or open piece (used for the main hat body).
- (Single Crochet – SC): The main stitch used for the ears and antlers to create a tighter, denser piece suitable for stuffing.
- (Half Double Crochet – HDC): Used for the final decorative border/brim of the hat.
- (Pom-pom Making): Uses a pom-pom maker or similar tool to wrap and cut yarn to create a fluffy ball.
