Yes, I got on the Messy Bun bandwagon
Today I want to share a pattern for an Easy to crochet “Messy Bun” hat. I have received so many requests for an easy pattern.
So, by popular demand here it is. This is what I came up with for an “easy” pattern. You can follow the instructions for rows 11-12 for a mock rib brim or just continue with double crochet for a plain edge hat.
Either way, it looks and fits great. You can customize the hat by choosing your own colors. School colors, favorite colors or season colors make it so much better.
I later realized that perhaps using this type of yarn might not have been the best choice. Oh, well live and learn.
Easy Messy Bun Hat
Supplies Needed
Approximately 3 1/2 ounces of Medium weight yarn. I used RedHeart Supersaver Cameo – Color Mirage
Scissors
Yarn needle
Crochet Hook (I used a size I ) for larger heads use a J hook. For children use an H hook
I apologize for this photo. I was having technical issues and just couldn’t get my beautiful photo to upload so I was stuck using this one. Boohoo
If you prefer you can purchase an Ad-Free PDF pattern Here:
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/my-messy-bun-hat-2
To begin your “Messy Bun” hat:
Chain 24, being careful not to twist your chain slip st into 1st chain
Round 1: chain 3 (counts as a dc here and thru-out), dc into each ch (total 24 dc) sl st into 3rd ch
Round 2: chain 3, dc into same st, 2dc into each st (48 dc total) sl st into 3rd ch
Round 3: ch 3, dc into next 4 st, 2dc, *dc into next 5 st, 2dc* rep from * to * to end of round, sl st into 3rd ch (56 total dc)
Round 4 – 10: ch 3, dc into each st (total 56 dc), sl st into 3rd ch
Round 11: ch 3, *fpdc, bpdc* repeat from * to *, sl st into 3rd ch
Round 12: ch 3, *fpdc in previous fpdc, bpdc into previous bpdc* repeat from * to *, sl st into 3rd ch. sew in tail
Finishing: Sew in all tails
Drawstring (optional)
ch 75, pull ends taunt and make another knot on each end. Trim off excess yarn tail. Weave the drawstring thru first round of hat on every other dc post.
I left the ends of my drawstring to the top of the hat so that I can have easy access to adjust the opening.
If you are a messy bun fan you might also like this shell stitch messy bun: https://allcraftschannel.com/crochet-messy-bun-hat/?swcfpc=1
Crochet “messy bun” hat
If you are a visual learner and prefer a video tutorial? No problem, I have uploaded a YouTube Video tutorial for you.
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Dear Yolanda, I use a ponytail band and crochet 24 sc around, then I start my beanie pattern. On my first row I use the front loop method to start my first DC row. It hides the band. I find it a lot easier,and much more sturdier during washings. I just wanted to share with you. Luv you, your videos and your patterns. You are my “GO TO” person when I need Help! Please keep up the Awesome work. Thank You! And Feliz Navidad! And have a Blessed New 2017Year 🎄⛄🎉
thank you for the tip.
This is what I’m trying to do too Jo with the rubber band and sc stitches around. I was using another pattern and trying to modify a lot for fit. I’m excited to try Yolanda’s pattern as it seems much easier for to do with the rubber band (and easier to remember). The video was so helpful!
I just made this and your pattern was so easy to follow. I did watch the tutorial for the last 2 rounds for the fpdc and the bpdc stitches since I had never done those before. The hat turned out perfect. Thank you so much
I’m so glad you liked it
Good afternoon Yolanda, I just watched your video and printed out the pattern for the “messy bun hat”.
Now , I have a question for you. This has nothing to do with the hat. I want to make an autism afghan and I need just a pattern on making the puzzle pieces. Would you happen to have a pattern on doing puzzle pieces?
Thank you for your help.
Love your tutorial. It’s easy to understand but moves along at a good pace so it doesn’t get boring.
thank you
How can I print this off? Sounds great.
At the moment I do not provide a PDF format.
Just finished the messy bun hat. I haven’t crocheted in a few years but decided this looked pretty easy and had a gift request for it. After reviewing your tutorial a couple of times I was able to finish this hat in just 3 hours. Learned a new stitch(Can teach an old crocheter new tricks). Thanks for the great pattern and the very helpful tutorial. Can’t go wrong. Thanks Yolanda!
I’m so happy to hear that the pattern and tutorial worked for you.. welcome back to the crochet mania
Shirley, I am in the same boat.. haven’t crocheted in years and my nieces want this hat!!Gonna try this pattern! Thanks!!
welcome back Sharon
Yolanda, can you tell me the gauge for this pattern?? I think I tend to crochet too tight!!
It is 5 dc = 1 inch if you are using the hook size indicated. If you need to make it a little larger for your head (or you have a ton of hair lol, you can go up to a size J/10 6.0mm hook and that gauge is 4dc = 1 inch
Yolanda I have tried 2 different patterns for this hat, yours is the best. Thank you thank you so much. Happy Holidays to you and yours.
thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed the pattern. My goal is always to simplify things
Absolutely love this pattern! Thank you so much for sharing it with the crocheting community!
You are welcome
Hi Yolanda. Question. What age group would you consider kids? I’m not sure what size hook to use… thanks 🙂
4 – 10 years old
I just finish one using your pattern and it turned out small I guess I crochet really tight :-/
I tend to crochet tight also just move up a hook size
Hi Yolanda! I absolutely love this pattern! I was wondering though, if I wanted to use two different colors where would I change to the next yarn at, in the slip stitch maybe? I’m kind of new to crocheting in the round lol. Thank you 😀
I would change at the end of the row BEFORE completing the slip stitch
Love new ideas. This has got to be the best thing since sliced bread. Love it ,got lots of granddaughters to make them for. Thank you so much, Sandra
I did it! I crocheted it in 2.5 hours! Thank you! I love your pattern!
Hi , do you have a pattern in this for young kids or teens
I would still use the same pattern but try going down a smaller down for kids.. teens should be able to wear this same size as the brim is stretchy
Great easy pattern looks very nice,do you have a pattern for pony tail hat with a slit in the back instead of a hole on top.
Love this. You make this so easy thank you.
Thank you thank you thank you!!!!! I tried various other patterns and yours is, by far, the best! The video helped enormously!! Again, thank you! 😆
so happy to hear that
Yolanda, I have been crocheting for years and find this one of the easiest hat patterns ever! My daughters and granddaughters are going to love it!
Thanks, my goal is always to take what seems difficult, break it down into easy to follow steps so everyone can have success.
Thank you Yolanda, I tried a couple of other patterns, one took 6 hours and one was ugly. I used your video tutorial, paused after each step until I completed the circle and started back up. It took me an hour and 20 minutes start to finish including the brim stitch for 3 rows! And it looks great! I am going to try putting the hair tie in the first row too as I prefer it to a ribbon or chained adjuster.
thanks, I think once you see it with a solid color you can see the brim better, but you know me I’m trying to use up my yarn stash first
Hi, My granddaughter just ask me to make a Messy bun hat the other day. Then yesterday i found your pattern and made two hats today. They are easy and quick to make. Thanks. I love it.
so happy to hear it
I was unable to print instructions for Messy Bun cap , [email protected]
Thank you Lynda
Thank you so much for this tutorial! A coworker sent me a link to a different tutorial, but I like yours so much better! It was so easy to follow, and I enjoyed making it so much I’m already on my second one! Thanks again for all your videos!
that’s great to hear
Could you please tell me what “fpdc and bpdc” mean? I have tried looking it up to no avail. Thank you
fpdc = front post double crochet bpdc = back post double crochet You can watch the video tutorial which shows how to work those stitches
Thank you.soo awesome, and easy.You are a great teacher. Look forward to more stuff.Thanks😄
thank you for your kind words
My granddaughter saw these hats and asked me to make her one. I knew what I wanted but could not find a pattern until I found yours. It’s exactly what I wanted with the fpdc and bpdc. Thanks so much. I will take yarn and your pattern with me to hospital. I guess I’ll be making a lot for her and the rest of the cheerleaders. Keep up the good work.
that’s great news. Girls all seem to love the messy bun hats.
love this! you are awesome!!!
thank you
Do you have a pattern for a pony tail hat with the hole in the back and not on the top.
No, you would need to use larger needles and start with fewer chains.. The gauge for this hat was 4dc = 1 inch.. with the hook size I specified in pattern and medium weight yarn. Use a hook that will allow you to match that gauge with the chunky yarn.
OK,, One of my nieces has short hair and does not want a hole in her hat. How can I make this same pattern, but a regular hat??
yes, begin with a magic circle, ch 1, 6 dc into cirlce, sl st into 3rd ch. row. 2: 2dc into each st, then continue as the instructions show for the beanie.. of course youur row 1 will now be your row 3.
What is a magic circle? Is that how you start the messy bun? I would also like to make one without the hole in it. I don’t know what you mean by 6 dc into circle but, gonna try anyway.
Magic circle is a technique used to start round crochet. You can also just chain 4, slip stitch into the first chain and begin doing your double crochet stitches into the circle
Thank you for this pattern. I look forward to see all your other DIY. Have a wonderful New Year.
Beautiful great for granddaughters
If I use a chunky yarn how do I adjust size? Smaller needles? Thank you
Have been searching for a bun hat that doesn’t have the ribbed edging. It takes too long to me and gets boring! ha. This FPDC and BPDC were new to me and I enjoyed it. Hat fit perfect! Thanks again
Your pattern for the messy bun hat was great! I saw in one of your answers for a smaller size that you go down smaller. I am not clear in what you mean. Can you clarify for me?
Yolanda. I need your help. I need to make a hat for a three year old. How would you adjust this pattern for that?
I would do the same hat except change to a a smaller hook, maybe try an H hook.
Thank you Yolanda for you calm, patient voice . Your an excellent teacher❤️
thank you
Thank You so much for the pattern for the messy bun hat Yolanda 🙂 I am getting ready to start making one now! God Bless
This is an awesome pattern, so quick and easy. I’m more of a knitter but really enjoyed your tutorial. I will probably make dozens of these! Thank you!
I made this hat and it was too big. How do I make it smaller?
Did you use the correct hook size and yarn weight? It might be your tension if you did use the correct materials. I would try a smaller hook.
Thank you for the video and pattern. I am a beginner and I had so much fun with this. Even had someone ask me to make them one. Thanks!
Jeannie
Thank you so much for this video! I made a HAT for the first time ever. Just started crocheting in December 2016. I don’t know if the yarn I used was the correct size but I love how it turned out. Plus, it fits perfectly. The video was extremely helpful!
another one you your wonderful patterns, thank you….you really do explain things to the last detail, follow many of your projects always they come out perfect….keep up the good work xx
thank you
Thank you so much for the Messy Bun hat pattern can’t wait to get started
This is a great pattern! So glad i found it,Got an early start on Christmas presents. I love making them in two colors. Thank You
Thank you for the pattern! I have made other messy bun hats, but yours is very easy and works up quick, love band. Plan on using it on beanies for my guys. Got a head start on Christmas presents.
you’re welcome
I love this pattern!!! I’d like to know if you allow people to sell finished items from this pattern. Thank you!!!
you can sell any items from my patterns but you cannot sell the patterns themselves as they are copyright protected. I would appreciate credit as the pattern designer. Good luck
I made this and switched between two colors. It looks gorgeous. If you were going to make this as a standard hat, how would you fill in the center? In other words, what would be your foundation stitches?
I would begin with a magic circle and start filling it out that way, working from the top to the bottom
I just found this and made one for my adult daughter. Great pattern and I loved the video. So helpful! Thank you!
thank you so much
I am on round 10 of your messy bun beanie…first I must say this is my very first hat of any kind and your pattern was so easy to follow! Thank You! My only problem is I wear my bun more towards to back, so wearing this beanie I end up with too much bunched in the back and not enough to cover my forehead. Any suggestions?
I will have to think about that.. I might just have to come up with a new pattern with the opening lower to the back for a pony tail
I would love to make this hat in a super bulky (#6) yarn to match a scarf I just made. I used a N hook (10mm). Could you please advise me on exactly how to adjust the number of stitches I should do so that the hat will still fit correctly? Thank you!
I have never sized it for that weight yarn.
Thank you your video was great didn’t bore me by going over and over the instruction.
Yolanda, (Great name, my sisters’)
Thank you! My preteens are wanting to learn to crochet and my abilities are limited in this area, but they like these hats too. We started with pony tail holders, but I realized I would need to decrease so this helps. I am wondering If I can do four rows of the edge you used with two so it can fold up? I think they may like that better? Thanks
yes, of course
I have not seen the following abbreviations before: fpdc and fpdc. I am enjoying the pattern up to this point. Thank you.
I am sorry about the auto correct. The 2nd abbreviations is b p d c . Thank you in advance.