Crochet Flower Bucket Hat

These beautiful crochet hats feature a rounded crown, an openwork stitch pattern, a gently flared brim, and decorative crochet flowers with leaves, wooden buttons, and braided cord. Below is an English-language tutorial inspired by the hats in your reference image.

This pattern is an original, approximate reconstruction based on the photograph, not a verified pattern for the exact hats shown. It uses US crochet terminology and is designed for an adult-size hat.

Materials

• Worsted-weight cotton yarn (Category 4) in your chosen main color
• Small amounts of yarn in cream, mustard, burgundy, pink, and green for flowers and leaves
• 4.0 mm crochet hook (or a size that gives a firm fabric)
• 2.5–3.5 mm crochet hook for small decorative flowers, if needed
• Wooden button, approximately 20–25 mm
• Cotton cord or braided yarn for the hatband
• Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers, and measuring tape

Skill level: Intermediate beginner

Finished size: Approximately 22–23 inches (56–58 cm) in head circumference. Adjust the crown and brim to fit.

Abbreviations (US terms)

Abbreviation	Meaning
ch	Chain
sl st	Slip stitch
sc	Single crochet
hdc	Half double crochet
dc	Double crochet
tr	Treble crochet
inc	Increase (2 stitches in the same stitch)
st(s)	Stitch(es)
MR	Magic ring
BLO	Back loop only

Step 1: Crochet the crown

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The crown is worked in joined rounds, starting at the top of the head.

1. Make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: Ch 2 (does not count as a stitch), work 12 dc into the ring. Join with a sl st to the first dc. (12 sts)
3. Round 2: Ch 2, work 2 dc in each stitch around. Join. (24 sts)
4. Round 3: Ch 2, 1 dc in the next stitch, 2 dc in the next stitch. Repeat around. Join. (36 sts)
5. Round 4: Ch 2, 1 dc in each of the next 2 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch. Repeat around. Join. (48 sts)
6. Round 5: Ch 2, 1 dc in each of the next 3 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch. Repeat around. Join. (60 sts)
7. Round 6: Ch 2, 1 dc in each of the next 4 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch. Repeat around. Join. (72 sts)

Continue increasing evenly if necessary until the crown measures approximately 6.5–7 inches (16.5–18 cm) across for an average adult.

Tip: The crown should lie flat. If it starts curling into a bowl, you may need more increases; if it ripples, reduce the increases.

Step 2: Crochet the openwork hat body

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The hats in the photograph have a textured, slightly open stitch pattern. This mesh-inspired variation creates a similar handmade appearance.

1. Round 1: Ch 3, dc in the next stitch, ch 1, skip 1 stitch. Repeat around. Join with a sl st to the third chain.
2. Round 2: Ch 3, dc in the next dc, ch 1. Repeat around, working into the dc stitches from the previous round. Join.
3. Repeat Round 2 until the body measures approximately 3.5–4 inches (9–10 cm) from the crown edge.

For a denser hat, replace the mesh rounds with regular dc rounds or alternate one mesh round with one dc round.

Important: If the stitch repeat does not fit your stitch count exactly, adjust the crown increases or the mesh repeat so the fabric remains even.

Step 3: Shape the brim

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The brim is worked outward from the bottom of the hat body.

1. Round 1: Ch 2, work 1 dc in every stitch and chain space around. Join.
2. Round 2: Ch 2, work 5 dc, then 2 dc in the next stitch. Repeat around. Join.
3. Round 3: Ch 2, work 1 dc in every stitch around. Join.
4. Round 4: Ch 2, work 6 dc, then 2 dc in the next stitch. Repeat around. Join.
5. Rounds 5–7: Work 1 dc in each stitch around, without increasing, to create a gently structured brim.

Continue adding rounds until the brim measures approximately 2.5–3 inches (6–7.5 cm) wide.

For a more dramatic, flared brim like the purple and teal hats, add another increase round. For a softer, closer-fitting brim, work fewer increases.

Finish with one round of sc around the edge. Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Step 4: Make the crochet flowers

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Make flowers in different sizes and colors to recreate the floral clusters shown in the image.

Small five-petal flower

1. Make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: Ch 1, work 10 sc into the ring. Join with a sl st.
3. Petal 1: Sl st into the next stitch, ch 2, work 3 dc into the same stitch, ch 2, sl st into the same stitch.
4. Repeat the petal instructions in each of the remaining stitches to create five petals.
5. Pull the magic ring closed, fasten off, and weave in the ends.

For larger flowers, use more stitches per petal or taller stitches. Add a contrasting center with a small embroidered knot or a few stitches in a different yarn color.

Make approximately 3–5 flowers per hat in a combination of cream, mustard, burgundy, pink, or other coordinating colors.

Step 5: Crochet the leaves

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Use green yarn to create leaves that fill the gaps between the flowers.

1. Ch 7.
2. Starting in the second chain from the hook, work 1 sc, 1 hdc, 2 dc, 1 hdc, and 3 sc in the last chain.
3. Working along the opposite side of the foundation chain, work 1 hdc, 2 dc, 1 hdc, and 1 sc.
4. Sl st to finish, fasten off, and leave a long tail for sewing.

Make 4–6 leaves in different shades of green for a natural, layered effect.

Step 6: Add the decorative hatband

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1. Make a chain long enough to wrap around the hat where the crown meets the body.
2. Work a sl st along the chain, or braid three lengths of yarn together to create a thicker cord.
3. Wrap the cord around the hat and position it approximately 1–1.5 inches (2.5–4 cm) above the brim.
4. Sew the cord securely in place with matching yarn, keeping the tension even.
5. Attach a wooden button to one side of the floral arrangement. Sew it firmly through the crochet fabric.

You can use two strands of cream yarn twisted together to create the rustic, rope-like band visible in the reference photograph.

Step 7: Arrange and sew on the flowers

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1. Lay the hat flat and arrange the flowers along one side of the brim and lower crown.
2. Place the largest cream flower near the center of the arrangement.
3. Add smaller flowers in complementary colors around it.
4. Position the leaves behind the flowers, pointing in different directions.
5. Sew each flower and leaf securely to the hat using a yarn needle.
6. Hide all yarn tails inside the stitches.

Keep the flowers clustered on one side rather than evenly distributed around the entire hat. This creates the asymmetrical, handmade look shown in the photograph.

Step 8: Finish and shape the hat

• Weave in all remaining ends.
• Check that the button, cord, flowers, and leaves are firmly attached.
• Gently shape the brim with your hands.
• If needed, lightly dampen the hat and allow it to dry flat over a suitable form. Avoid stretching the crown.

Your floral crochet bucket hat is complete!

Color combinations inspired by the photograph

Plum & cream

Plum yarn, ivory flowers, dusty-pink accents, sage leaves.

Teal & mustard

Deep teal yarn, cream and mustard flowers, olive-green leaves.

Rust & ivory

Terracotta yarn, cream flowers, golden centers, muted green leaves.

Dusty blue & burgundy

Blue yarn, burgundy and ivory flowers, green leaves.

Tips for the best results

• Use cotton yarn for good stitch definition and a breathable finish.
• Keep your tension firm enough that the brim holds its shape without becoming stiff.
• Measure the hat against the intended wearer as you work, since yarn thickness and crochet tension affect the finished size.
• For a sun hat that holds its shape better, use tighter stitches in the brim and avoid excessive increases.
• If the hat will be washed frequently, choose a washable yarn and sew on the embellishments securely.