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Easy Crochet Ribbed Hat Pattern (DK Weight) – Newborn to Adult

Looking for an easy crochet hat pattern that’s beginner-friendly and stylish? This free crochet ribbed hat tutorial shows you how to make a cozy hat using DK weight yarn and the paired half double crochet (phdc) stitch. Designed with a stretchy ribbed brim and textured body, this hat pattern is perfect for newborns, babies, toddlers, children, teens, and adults. Step-by-step instructions include how to crochet the ribbing, how to work the phdc body, and how to decrease for the crown shaping. Whether you’re making a crochet baby beanie, a toddler hat, or a warm winter hat for adults, this versatile pattern is simple to follow and creates a beautiful handmade gift. Video tutorials are included for each section so you can crochet along at your own pace. Pair this hat with the matching crochet sweater for a complete set.
👉 Want to crochet along with me? Follow these step-by-step video tutorials:
Video Tutorial for all size hat

What is Paired Half Double Crochet (PHDc)?

The paired half double crochet (phdc) stitch is a variation of the half double crochet that pairs two stitches together for a textured, woven look.

How to make it:

  1. Yarn over, insert hook in the same stitch as the last stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop (3 loops).

  2. Yarn over, insert hook in the next stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop (5 loops).

  3. Yarn over, pull through all 5 loops.

👉 Watch the stitch tutorial here: PHDc Crochet Stitch Video

🧶 Materials Needed:

  • DK (Double Knit, #3 weight) yarn – sample used James C. Brett DK

  • 4mm crochet hook (G/6)

  • Yarn needle

  • Scissors

📏 Size Chart – Ribbing + PHDc Body

Use this chart to build your hat size. Work the listed Rows Before Decrease in straight PHDc rounds, then complete the final 5 rounds as crown decrease rows.

Size Hat Height (cm/in) Total Rows (PHDc body) Rows Before Decrease Last 5 Rows (Decrease)
Newborn (0–1 month) 12–13 cm / 4.7–5.2" 11 6 5
0–3 months 13–14 cm / 5.1–5.5" 12 7 5
3–6 months 14 cm / 5.5" 13 8 5
6–12 months 15–16 cm / 5.9–6.3" 14–15 9–10 5
Toddler (1–3 yrs) 16–17 cm / 6.3–6.7" 16–17 11–12 5
Child (3–10 yrs) 18–19 cm / 7–7.5" 18–20 13–15 5
Teen/Adult Small 20–21 cm / 7.9–8.3" 22–23 17–18 5
Adult Medium/Large 22–23 cm / 8.7–9" 24–26 19–21 5

📝 Abbreviations

  • ch – chain

  • sc – single crochet

  • hdc – half double crochet

  • phdc – paired half double crochet

  • phdc2tog – paired half double crochet decrease

  • BLO – back loop only

  • sl st – slip stitch

Crochet Ribbed Hat Pattern

Ribbing:

  • Ch 12.

  • Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (11 sc). Ch 1, turn.

  • Row 2–End: Sc BLO across. Ch 1, turn.

  • Continue until ribbing measures the circumference listed above for your size.

  • Approximate row counts:

    • Newborn: 46 rows

    • 3–6 months: 52 rows

    • 6–12 months: 56 rows

    • Toddler: 60 rows

    • Child: 64 rows

    • Teen/Adult Small: 68 rows

    • Adult Medium/Large: 74 rows

👉 Follow ribbing step-by-step: Watch Ribbing Video

Body Setup

  • Ch 1, sc evenly around ribbing edge (1 sc per ribbing row end).

  • Join with sl st.

Body (PHDc Rounds)

  • Round 1: Ch 2. PHDc across. Join.

  • Repeat until hat reaches size chart height (Rows Before Decrease).

👉 Body demo: Watch Hat Body Tutorial

Crown Shaping (Last 5 Rounds)

  • Round 1: PHDc3tog, phdc in next 4 sts around.

  • Round 2: PHDc3tog, phdc in next 3 sts around.

  • Round 3: PHDc3tog, phdc in next 2 sts around.

  • Round 4: PHDc3tog, phdc in next st around.

  • Round 5: PHDc3tog around.

Fasten off, weave yarn through remaining top stitches, and pull tight to close.

👉 Crown shaping video: Watch Crown Decrease Tutorial

✨ Final Thoughts
This ribbed crochet hat pattern is beginner-friendly and works up beautifully in DK yarn. With sizes for newborns to adults, it makes a thoughtful handmade gift or a quick weekend project.

👉 Complete the set: Crochet Sweater Tutorial – Pair with Hat

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