Free Patterns

Welcome to my free elephant crochet pattern! I’ve always thought elephants are so adorable, so I had so much fun designing this crochet pattern. Enjoy!

This post is for my free elephant crochet pattern. I hope you have as much fun crocheting him as I did creating him!

 

Are you looking for crochet animal hats with free patterns? Look no further! I’ve scoured the web for the cutest roundup of crochet animal hats free patterns. Each one links to the original pattern and its talented artist. How cute are these?

One of the most fun projects to create with a ball of yarn and a crochet hook is a winter hat. Why not make it even more fun by creating crochet animal hats from free patterns? Whether these charming hats wind up as gifts or for yourself, you’re bound to have fun working any of these into your list of awaiting projects!

This post is all about crochet animal hats free patterns. Take a look, and I hope it inspires you to get hooking! 😊

Crochet Animal Hats | Free Patterns

1. Elephant Crochet Baby Hat

 

This has got to be the cutest baby hat I have ever seen. It makes me wish I knew someone with a brand new baby so I could make it for them!  Best of all, the pattern is completely free, and the creator even provides a size chart to make sure you end up with a perfectly sized elephant hat.

It even includes a video pattern for us more visual learners!

Get the free pattern by Jenny and Teddy here.

 

2. Crochet Shark Hat

The whimsy and cuteness of this crochet shark hat is just unbeatable. It’s always such a thrill to find such an adorable pattern in the first place, but even better when that pattern is completely free! The pattern is also available in a variety of sizes to make sure you get the perfect fit.

This super cute shark pattern by Repeat Crafter Me is available for free here.

 

3. Crochet Unicorn Hat

 

This unicorn hat is a must try for any little ones that love unicorns! I’d even make one for myself. The sweet flowers and embroidered eyes just make this hat so cute. Definitely add this one to the list!

Get the pattern by 5 Little Monsters by clicking here.

 

4. Monkey Crochet Hat

 

This monkey hat crochet pattern is absolutely adorable. For any little ones who love monkeys, this hat will surely be a hit! This pattern is completely free, but it is also available as a PDF download for purchase.

There are even a few variations of the hat available in the pattern, so each monkey hat can be completely unique!

Get the free pattern by The Friendly Red Fox here.

5. Crochet Teddy Bear Hat

 

Isn’t this teddy bear hat just so adorable? I love this cute take on a classic kids toy and turning it into a warm winter hat! This is one that would be cute in all different colors as well as the classic teddy bear colors. You’ll have this one worked up in no time with this free pattern by Lilleliis!

 

6. Crochet Penguin Hat

 

Okay, I know I said the elephant baby hat was the cutest hat I’ve ever seen, but this one must run a close second! This penguin hat is absolutely adorable! The free pattern shows the hat with and without the embroidered eyelashes, so you can change the look of your penguin if you’d like. The yellow, white, and black braids just really help add to the penguin style and bring the whole design together.

Get the free pattern by The Friendly Red Fox here.

 

7. Crochet Cow Hat

For any little ones currently loving the farm animals, this hat is for them! My nephew would love this hat as he is currently into all things with farm animals on them. I love the whimsy of the black and white button eyes for this pattern. The free pattern lists instructions for sizes from newborns to adults, making this perfect for any age!

Get the pattern from Repeat Crafter Me here.

 

8. Crochet Sloth Hat

 

There is something so adorable about this crochet sloth hat! I love the whimsical feel and the cuteness! This one is perfect for sloth lovers from newborns to adults, as this free pattern has instructions for all sizes.

This one would also be so cute in all different colors. Maybe a pink sloth? Blue?

Get the free pattern by Lovable Loops here.

 

9. Crochet Puppy Hat

 

Another one of my favorites in this list is this cute puppy crochet hat by Repeat Crafter Me.  This free pattern has instructions for sizes from newborns to adults, and I absolutely love the patch options the pattern includes for the puppy’s eye. Try this one out with this free pattern here!

 

10. Zebra Crochet Hat

This zebra crochet hat is perfect for wild winter adventures! It’s sure to bring a smile to your face and brighten up any cold day. The cute stripes and playful mane are sure to make you the most stylish on the savanna. This pattern is available as a free download on Ravelry here.

 

This post was all about crochet animal hats with free patterns. I hope you found as much inspiration as I did from these talented crocheted and added new projects to your crochet to-do list!

 

Stay cozy,

This free pattern is for a voodoo doll crochet pattern. This harmless little guy was made with love, and I hope you have as much fun crocheting him as I did creating him. Feel free to customize him to your liking with any color of yarn that you choose.

Maybe mix it up with some various eye styles and stitches? The possibilities are endless!

Please note: this pattern is for personal use only. Please do not share, distribute, reproduce, publish, translate, alter, or resell this pattern in any way.

Please feel free to share the finished product as long as you credit my design. Also, feel free to share them with me on Instagram!

I love to see them!

Click here to purchase a downloadable PDF pattern if you prefer!

Supplies You Will Need:

• Crochet hook (3.75mm or any size you prefer)
• Buttons of varying sizes
• Yarn needle
• Stitch marker
• Polyester Fiberfill
• Worsted weight (size 4) yarn in any color(s) you choose
• Optional: worsted weight (size 4) yarn in various colors to create decorative stitching on the body and head

Crochet Abbreviations:

• MR- Magic Ring
• Inc- Increase
• Dec- Decrease
• Ch- Chain
• Sc- Single Crochet
• St(s)- Stitch(es)
• Sl st- Slip Stitch
• Rnd(s)- Round(s)
• BLO- Back Loop Only

Head:

1. MR 6                                                         (6)
2. Inc x 6                                                       (12)
3. 1 sc, 1 inc x 6                                            (18)
4. 2 sc, inc x 6                                              (24)
5. 3 sc, inc x 6                                              (30)
6. 4 sc, inc x 6                                              (36)
7. 5 sc, inc x 6                                              (42)
8. -15. Sc around                                         (42)

• For the first eye, sew a small button around Round 10. You can make this as big or as small as you’d like.
• For the second eye, sew a large button about 5 sts to the right of the small one, and one round above on Round 9. This gives the eyes a slightly offset appearance and adds to the character!
• The eyes really make all the difference for this voodoo doll. Try out different combinations of button sizes and colors. Play with the placement, or try embroidering an X for one or both eyes too!

Each and every voodoo doll is unique and adorable! You really can’t go wrong.

Now to Finish Up the Head:

16. 5 sc, dec x 6                                                   (36)

17. 4 sc, dec x 6                                                   (30)

18. 3 sc, dec x 6                                                   (24)

19. 2 sc, dec x 6                                                   (18)

*Stuff firmly*

20. 1 sc, dec x 6                                                   (12)

21. Dec x 6                                                            (6)

Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Legs and Body:

1. MR 6                                                                  (6)

2. Inc x 6                                                               (12)

3. 1 sc, inc x 6                                                       (18)

 

4. BLO: sc around                                                (18)

5. 1 sc, dec x 6                                                       (12)

6-7. Sc around                                                      (12)

Fasten off first leg, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Stuff legs lightly, but do not over stuff the feet so the doll can stand on its own.

Using a yarn needle, take the beginning tail and weave it up through the center of the foot shown in the pictures below. This will help him stand on his own!

 

 

Continue to stuff lightly as you go.

 

 

Do not fasten off the second leg but continue to Round 8 below:

8. Join leg 2 to any stitch in Round 7 on leg 1 with a standing sc.

 

Sc around leg 1 and leg 2                                              (24)

9. Sc around.                                                                   (24)

10. 5 sc, 2 inc, 10 sc, 2 inc, 5 sc                                    (28)

11. 6 sc, 2 inc, 10 sc, 2 inc, 6 sc                                     (32)

12-15. Sc around.                                                             (32)

16. 6 sc, 3 dec, 10 sc, 3 dec, 6 sc                                    (28)

17. 5 sc, 2 dec, 10 sc, 2 dec, 5 sc                                    (24)

18. 5 sc, 2 dec, 8 sc, 2 dec, 4 sc                                     (20)

19. 3 sc, dec x 4                                                                (15)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Use the tail to sew the head to the body.

 

 

Arms (Make 2):

1. MR 6                                                                           (6)

2. Inc x 6                                                                        (12)

3. Sc around                                                                  (12)

4. 2 sc, dec x 4                                                               (9)

5-9. Sc around                                                               (9)

Pinch arm closed and sc across to sew closed.

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing to the body.

Sew arms onto body, about 2 rounds down from the head.

 

 

* If you’d like, you can embroider stitches randomly around the body, glue on patches, embroider a heart, etc. Whatever you’d like to add to your voodoo doll to give him some extra character!

 

 

And your voodoo doll is complete!

 

I hope you had fun crocheting this little guy, and I can’t wait to see your unique voodoo dolls!

Stay cozy,