Cats are known for their sass and personality, and what better way to embody that than with a crochet cat hat?
There are a variety of free cat hat crochet patterns out there, such as crochet cat mane, witch hat for cat crochet pattern, crochet cat Santa hat pattern, and kitty cat hat crochet pattern. Whether it’s for a special occasion or a fun photoshoot with your cat, there is bound to be a crochet hat for your cat. Even if there is no special reason, crocheting these hats and putting them on your cat will definitely brighten up your day.
Our furry friends are not the only ones who can pull off a cat hat! Even we can put on cat crochet hats on occasion. Other than crochet hats for cats, we’ve also thrown in a few cat hats for you or your kids to wear. What could be better than matching with your cats?
We’ve compiled a list of cat hat free crochet patterns for you and your furry felines to feel fantastic in.
FAQ
1. Can these crochet cat hats be used on other animals?
These cute cat hat crochets can also be made for other pets roughly the size of cats, such as smaller dogs, rabbits, etc. You can easily adjust the measurements in the patterns to fit your pet. Some patterns even give multiple sizes, so you can simply follow those and adjust accordingly.
2. What do you need to crochet a cat hat?
The materials will vary depending on the pattern, but for an easy cat hat crochet, you will need the following:
1. Scissors
2. Crochet Hook
3. Yarn
4. Tapestry needle
3. What are the commonly used stitches for crocheting cat hats?
This will definitely be different across the patterns in this list, but some of the few common ones will be basic stitches such as:
magic ring
chain stitch
slip stitch
single crochet
half double crochet
double crochet
4. What type of yarn should I use for crocheting cat hats?
Firstly, you should choose a yarn that is both soft and comfortable enough to rest on your cat’s head. As cats are picky by nature, slightly irritable or scratchy yarn may lead to them rejecting the crochet hat.
Secondly, you should choose a yarn that is durable and easy to clean. Cats get themselves into many types of messes, so a yarn that can be cleaned regularly will be your best option.
Commonly used yarns in these patterns are acrylic yarn or cotton yarn.
5. Is it difficult to crochet a cat hat?
The majority of the crochet patterns on this list are suitable for beginners. Choose a pattern that you are comfortable making, then read the pattern and instructions to ensure you understand them. If you need more help with the fundamentals of crocheting, check out this crochet beginner guide.
What’s Next:
- Start crocheting and share your completed work on Facebook and/or Instagram. Remember to tag us @madefromyarn so that we are able to see them.
- Pin it to Pinterest for a future To-Crochet List.
- Share with your crochet groups for a crochet-along event.
- Browse more free crochet patterns to make, such as these crochet flowers, to embellish the crochet cat hat.
33 Free Crochet Cat Hat Patterns
Looking for a crochet hat for your cat or a cat-ear beanie hat for yourself? This list compiles both for you, and the best thing is they’re all free!
Crochet Bucket Hat for Cats and Small Dogs
The bucket hat was in the trend not too long ago; maybe it's time for your furry feline to hop on the trend, too. This crochet bucket hat for cats is a simple and quick project.
Elf Hat for Cat and Small Dog
Want your cat to join in on the Christmas cheer? This elf crochet hat pattern fits both cats and small dogs. The approximate head circumference is 10” – 13”.
Cat Crown
Aren't all our pet cats the queens of the house? Crochet a crown crochet 'hat' to signify your cat's reign. Besides, it just looks so adorable!
Hennin Cat Hat
Don't be scared off by this Sphynx cat. This jester hat cat keeps cats both warm and toasty whilst making them look terrific!
Turkey Hat For Cat and Small Dog
Dress your cats and small dogs up as turkeys this coming Thanksgiving or Halloween with this crochet turkey cat hat. Don't mistake them for the family's turkey dinner, though!
Festive Cat Hat
Another Christmas-themed crochet cat hat would be this Santa/Elf-like cat hat crochet pattern. Customize the colors to suit the fur of your cat, and watch them be the star of your Christmas dinner party.
Sun Hat For The Cat
Nothing could be cuter and sweeter than this crochet sun hat for your cats! Perfect for a summer-spring picnic or stroll out in the park.
Feline Fox Cat Hat
Transform your pet cats into feline foxes with this crochet cat hat with fox ears. This is an intermediate-level pattern.
Lion Mane Cat Hat Costume
These crochet cat manes are extremely cute, especially if your cat already has the fur in the shade of a lion. Be ready to hear them roar as they put on these manes!
Cat's Mane Hat
If you want more uniformity, this crochet cat mane is the one for you. Crochet this for your cat and bring your pet 'lion' to Halloween parties this year.
Cute Shrek Hat For Pets
Are you a Disney Shrek fan? Then, you will be thrilled with this Shrek crochet cat hat tutorial.
Figaro Frog Cat Hat
This crochet frog hat is not something you should miss out on for your cats! Learn how to make this adorable addition to your feline's closet with this video tutorial.
Cat Crochet Witch Hat
This free crochet hat pattern is a cute witch hat for your cats. This pattern is made using only single crochet stitches, so beginners do give it a go!
Fluffy Muffin Pumpkin Cat Hat
Learn how to make this beginner-friendly Fluffy Muffin Pumpkin Cat Hat. It's easy yet cute, and you will be done with your crochet cat hat in no time.
Crochet Pets Strawberry Hat
Give your sweetie pie a sweet Strawberry hat to show your love for them. This hat can be for all types of fur babies, but it will take a while to work up.
Crochet Beanie Hat for Cats
This crochet beanie is for those cat moms/dads who are looking for a more laid-back, simple hat for their cats. Great for everyday wear.
Crochet Cat Hat Tutorial
Another lovely, sweet hat for your pet cat can be found in the YouTube video tutorial. It'll take less than an hour to complete this project.
Reinhardt Reindeer Cat Hat
Christmas is just around the corner! To get your fellow cats and kittens prepared for the festive season, crochet this reindeer cat hat for them to welcome the holidays.
Crochet Bunny Hat for Cats
Transform your pet cat into a cute little rabbit with this crochet rabbit ear cat hat. They're great hats for your cats during Easter!
Crochet Flower Hat for Pet
This upside-down flower crochet hat is absolutely adorable. It's even cuter if you make it slightly oversized so it droops down your cat's face.
Red Heart Witchy Cat Hat, S
Let's crochet a cat hat for humans so that you and your child can wear cat-inspired hats as well. It could be for Halloween, dressing up, or just for fun!
Crochet Black Cat Slouch Hat
This chic and cute black crochet cat ear hat pairs well with casual outfits. It can be worn just for a day out to class or dressed up as a costume for Halloween.
Pam Crochet Cat Hat
This crochet cat ear hat pattern comes in three different sizes. It's an easy to moderate level, so anyone should be able to give it a go.
Crochet Black Cat Hat
This is another cat-inspired crochet hat that will keep your ears warm throughout the chilly season.
How to Make Your Own Kitty Cat Hat
This striking pink cat ear beanie both spices up your outfit and keeps your ears warm. If you're not into the cat look, you can easily swap it out for pom-poms to change it up.
Hello Kitty Hat Pattern
Hello Kitty is one of those iconic childhood characters. Learn how to crochet this Hello Kitty crochet hat for your child or for yourself.
Crochet Cat Ear Beanie
This is a super cute and easy crochet cat hat for humans. It uses only the Half Double Crochet stitch and is worked in a simple rectangle.
Kitty Cat Crochet Hat
This crochet cat hat is such a cuteness overload that it would be irresistible for people of all ages to wear it. It's the little details that really make this beanie pop. This tutorial is suitable for advanced beginners.
Crochet Black Cat Hat Pattern
Looking for a simple crochet hat to keep you warm during Halloween? What better than this black cat crochet hat? This is a beginner-friendly pattern, so don't be afraid to give it a go.
Perky Crochet Pussy Cat Hat
The stunning stripes of this perky crochet beanie make this hat a unique one. Choose bright colors to warm up your chilly day as you wear this beanie and take on the world! This pattern is for advanced beginners.
Crochet Kitty Hat & Cowl
Swap out your boring beanie and cowl for this fun, creative kitty crochet hat and matching cowl set. The body of the hat and cowl are worked in split single crochet, giving the finished fabric a knit look. Give it a go today!
Tapestry Crochet Cat Hat
Instead of having literal cat ears, this crochet hat incorporates cats into the design of the beanie itself. This requires some technical skill, so an intermediate to advanced skill is needed.
Rumpelstiltskin Kitty Hat
The inspiration for this hat probably came from how Rumpelstiltskin spins straw into gold. Likewise, using the griddle stitch, a soft texture can be achieved when you use yarn to crochet this lovely hat.