This fast, easy hat has a looped-over point and a puffy doughnut brim. Crank a few out in red and green, but don’t stop there--how about midnight blue or chartreuse or hot pink? This Christmas, show your true Elfitude!

UPDATE: The hook used on the pictured hat was a new Boye size N hook. It was mis-labeled by the manufacturer! The actual hook size should be L, but if you have a Boye size N, it might be one of the wrong-labeled ones and give you the correct gauge. Please check gauge before proceeding.

A note about yarn: this hat turns out best with a stiff worsted weight yarn. Choose one that is not labeled “soft.” Red Heart Super Saver acrylic worsted was used for the hat in the photo.

US crochet terms

Schematic diagram included.

Hook: US N / 9.0 mm crochet hook

Yarn: 183-201yds / 168-184m worsted weight acrylic, wool, or blend in 3 colors

Approximate Size: 16” tall

Approximate Gauge: 11 sts x 14 rows = 4” x 4”/10.5cm x 10.5cm

Skill Level: Easy