by Darlene Michaud

Created on: September 09, 2010

If you know how to crochet, you might want to make some fun hats for kids using the free patterns below. These hats are fun and funky and would make any child who wears them an instant trendsetter!

If you don't know any kids who would wear these hats, you could still crochet some and try selling them online on eBay or Etsy. Hand crocheted hats are very popular and you might be surprised to find a nice market out there for your crocheted hats!

Crocheted Hat for Kids Pattern #1 - Cool Cap:  This little hat is a basic cap that is very easy to crochet, so it's a nice crochet project for a beginner. It's made using cotton Sugar'n Cream yarn so it's not at all fuzzy and it's good for even warm weather. The pattern gives you instructions for all sizes from toddler to adult and everything in between. To see a photo of this hat and to print the free crochet instructions click here.

Crocheted Hat for Kids Pattern #2 - Crossed Friendship Hat:  This is another basic hat that is easy to crochet and quick to complete. It is a lacy stitch so it is more appropriate for girls. To see a photo of this hat and to print the free crochet instructions click here.

Crocheted Hat for Kids Pattern #3 - Quickly Brimmed Hat:  This is a cute hat that you can make for a boy or girl, child or adult. To see a photo of this hat and to print the free crochet instructions click here.

Crocheted Hat for Kids Pattern #4 - Sassy Child Hat:  This is a really cute hat for a young girl. It has some lacy crochet work and a nice all around brim. It has earthy granola appeal. To see a photo of this hat and to print the free crochet instructions click here.

Crocheted Hat for Kids Pattern #5 - Garden Party Hat:  Oh, oh, oh! If you have a little girl, or you know a little girl, you must make her one of these hats! This garden hat is just beautiful! It fits snug to the head and has an all around brim. The photo shows the hat with a beautiful crocheted flower attached to it. The pattern does not include the instructions for the flower, but you should be able to find a flower pattern online and you could use that. You could also use an artificial silk flower and you could change it to match your outfit. You could also attach a big floral pin to the hat. To see a photo of this hat and to print the free crochet instructions click here.

Have fun crocheting these hats! Remember, you are allowed to switch things up a bit to make these styles your own. And don't be afraid to try crocheting with different yarns or fibers like ribbon, cord, even fabric strips. There are no rules in crochet!

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