Crochet your own stylish and practical winter hat with the free Susan Ombre Bun Hat pattern!
This fun and textured hat is designed with puff stitches and a clever opening at the top—perfect for accommodating a high ponytail or messy bun. With its cozy ombre color transition and modern silhouette, this hat is a favorite for girls and women who love both style and functionality.

This intermediate-level crochet pattern is worked in the round using US crochet terminology, and uses three strands of sport weight yarn held together for a plush, quick-to-make fabric.

✔ Sizes included: Toddler, Child, Adult Woman
✔ Worked: In the round
✔ Crochet Terms: US
✔ Yarn: Sport weight (#2, 12 WPI), 100–130g or 385–500 yards total
✔ Hook: US J/10 (6 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
✔ Gauge: 12 sts x 8 rows = 4” in double crochet with 3 strands of yarn
✔ Features: Puff stitches, ombre effect, bun/ponytail opening
✔ Ideal for: Winter wear, long-haired girls and women, casual outings
You may sell finished items made from this pattern with credit to Muki Crafts.