Crochet Mini Witch Hat Pattern

This crochet mini witch hat pattern makes an original, generic Halloween decoration with a clean cone and a brim that lies flat. Fixed shaping markers make every increase traceable.

Pattern Details

• Hook Size: 3.5 mm (E-4)
• Finished Size: Approximately 4 inches tall with a 5-inch brim
• Gauge: 18 single crochet stitches and 20 rounds = 4 inches
• Terminology: US
• Estimated Time: 90 minutes
• Construction: A top-down cone grows at three fixed markers before two eight-section brim increase rounds create a flat base.
• Skill level: Easy

Why You’ll Love It

The small size works well for shelves, tiered trays, or place settings. A plum band and yarn-embroidered buckle add detail without affecting the hat arithmetic.

Materials

• 70 yards charcoal worsted cotton
• 12 yards plum worsted cotton
• Small amount antique-gold yarn
• 3.5 mm hook
• Small amount fiberfill for display shaping
• Markers
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Abbreviations and Special Stitches

• ch: chain
• inc: two single crochet in one stitch
• rnd: round
• sc: single crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)

Three-marker cone shaping places one increase at each fixed sector boundary per cone round.

Important Notes

• This mini hat is a shelf decoration and is not wearable.
• Work continuous rounds without joining or turning.
• Move all three markers upward after each cone round.
• Keep the brim increase sections consecutive and complete.
• Keep the decoration away from small children and open flames.

Complete Instructions

1. Cone Rnd 1: With charcoal, make 6 sc in a magic ring, mark first stitch, and do not turn (6 sts)
2. Cone Rnd 2: Work one increase at each of three evenly spaced marked positions and sc elsewhere. (9 sts)
3. Cone Rnd 3: Work one increase at each of three evenly spaced marked positions and sc elsewhere. (12 sts)
4. Cone Rnd 4: Work one increase at each of three evenly spaced marked positions and sc elsewhere. (15 sts)
5. Cone Rnd 5: Work one increase at each of three evenly spaced marked positions and sc elsewhere. (18 sts)
6. Cone Rnd 6: Work one increase at each of three evenly spaced marked positions and sc elsewhere. (21 sts)
7. Cone Rnd 7: Work one increase at each of three evenly spaced marked positions and sc elsewhere. (24 sts)
8. Brim Rnd 8: Repeat sc in next 2 stitches, 2 sc in next stitch. (32 sts)
9. Brim Rnd 9: Repeat sc in next 3 stitches, 2 sc in next stitch. (40 sts)
10. Brim Rnd 10: Sc in every stitch around. (40 sts)

Plum Band

1. Ch 25 with plum and sl st to first chain without twisting. (24 sts)
2. Sl st in each chain around, join, and fasten off. (24 sts)
3. Slide the band over the cone to its 24-stitch base and sew through every fourth band stitch and adjacent cone stitch.

Yarn Buckle

With antique-gold yarn, embroider a half-inch square across the front six band stitches. Make two passes per side and bury both ends inside.

Assembly and Finishing

1. Add a small pinch of fiberfill only if the cone needs display support.
2. Steam the brim lightly from a distance and pin it flat until cool.
3. Inspect the band, buckle, and center closure.

Helpful Tips and Customization

• Use three different marker colors to track cone sectors.
• Change the band color while preserving all hat counts.
• Do not overstuff; the brim should stay flat.

FAQ

Can it be worn?

No. This four-inch design is decorative.

Can I omit the buckle?

Yes. It is decorative and does not affect construction.