Learn to crochet a Halloween witch hat.

Halloween is around the corner, and what better way to get in the spooky spirit than with a fun DIY project? Whether you are dressing up, decorating your home, or creating a handmade gift, this crochet Halloween witch hat is going to add that perfect handmade charm to your holiday vibes.
In this post, I am sharing a free crochet witch hat pattern that’s super beginner-friendly and seriously cute. You can use it as home decor, a hair clip, or even a gift for your Halloween-loving bestie. If you are looking for a simple crochet witch hat free pattern, you are in the right place.
Let’s get crocheting!
Abbreviations Used
Here are the basic stitches and terms you will see in this witch hat crochet pattern:
| MR | Magic Ring |
| CH | Chain |
| SL ST | Slip Stitch |
| SC | Single Crochet |
| V | Single Crochet Increase |
| A | Single Crochet Decrease |
Materials Needed

Here’s what I used for this crochet Halloween hat:
- Cotton Crochet Yarn (color used: orange, black)
- Crochet Kit (3.0 mm Hook + Yarn Needle + Yarn Snips + Stitch Markers)
I have consolidated everything here if you would like more information on where I get my crochet supplies

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Step by Step Instructions
We will be starting from the very tip of the witch hat using orange yarn. Here’s how to create your own Halloween crochet hat from scratch.
Part 1: Crochet the Hat Cone

1: MR, 6 SC, SL ST
2 to 10: CH, 6 SC, SL ST
11: CH, 3 (SC, V), SL ST
12: CH, 9 SC, SL ST
13: CH, 3 (SC, V, SC), SL ST
14: CH, 12 SC, SL ST
15: CH, 3 (3 SC, V), SL ST
16: CH, 15 SC, SL ST
17: CH, 3 (2 SC, V, 2 SC), SL ST
18: CH, 18 SC, SL ST
19: CH, 3 (5 SC, V), SL ST
20: CH, 21 SC, SL ST
21: CH, 3 (6 SC, V), SL ST
22: CH, 24 SC, SL ST
23: CH, 3 (7 SC, V), SL ST
24: CH, 27 SC, SL ST
25: CH, 3 (8 SC, V), SL ST
26: CH, 30 SC, SL ST
27: CH, 6 (4 SC, V), SL ST
28: CH, 36 SC, SL ST
29: CH, 6 (5 SC, V), SL ST
30: CH, 42 SC
Part 2: Begin the Brim
Time to change things up! You can either carry on with the new colour or cut the yarn and reattach. Personally, I like cutting and starting fresh. It gives a neater finish.

31: CH, 6 (6 SC, V), SL ST
32: CH, 48 SC, SL ST
33: CH, 6 (7 SC, V), SL ST
34: CH, 27 (SC, V), SL ST
Part 3: Add Final Color & Flare
We will switch colours again here. Same thing applies, cut and reattach if you like it neat!

35: CH, 40 (SC, V), SC, SL ST
36 to 38: CH, 121 SC, SL ST
And voilà! Your crochet witch hat is complete! 🧙♀️
Final Touches & Styling Ideas
You can totally switch up the colours depending on your Halloween aesthetic: go classic with black and orange or spooky chic with purples and greens.
If you want to turn your crochet Halloween witch hat into a fun accessory?, simply add a bobby pin or hair clip at the bottom and you’ve got a handmade hat for trick-or-treating or Halloween parties. It is also perfect as a desk or shelf decoration, because why should kids have all the fun? 😉

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