Adorable Crochet Dinosaur Hat Pattern for Kids

Make your own super adorable crochet dinosaur hat! It’s perfect for chilly days. It gives kids a fun way to show off their creative side.

The crochet dinosaur hat pattern is one of my older patterns. I have brought it back, and I’m thrilled to see it once again. When my girls were younger, they absolutely adored Dinosaurs, wriggling with delight whenever they sported their colorful, themed hats.

Given that PA weather is always cold in the winter. These hats became not just a fun accessory but a necessity for keeping warm during those chilly months. I fondly remember the laughter and joy they shared as they donned their vibrant character hats, strutting around with joy.

With the kids being in elementary school. It was always a huge hit with the other kids. They looked up to them as trendsetters with their unique styles and lively imaginations. This sparked endless conversations and play dates centered around their favorite prehistoric creatures.

I truly hope you’ve loved this pattern! If you create your own crochet dinosaur hat. I’d be thrilled if you shared it on my Facebook and Instagram. Don’t forget to like and follow to stay in the loop for exciting new patterns! And remember to use the hashtag #crochetdinosaurhat when you share your lovely creations!

Below is step by step instructions to create your own crochet dinosaur hat.

Supplies:

Red Heart Soft in Guacamole, Dark Leaf
Needle
Tape measure tape
Stuffing
Red Heart Supper Saver in White, Coffee
Hook- 5mm(H)
Scissors
Stitch markers

Abbreviations:

ch(s) = Chain(s)
sp(s) = space(s)
st(s) = stitch(es)
sl st = Slip Stitch
sk = Skip
Dc(dec )= Double crochet decrees
Mc = Magic circle
sc = Single Crochet
hdc = Half Double Crochet
RS = Right Side
WS = Wrong Side
FO = Finish Off
Hdc(dec) = Half double crochet decrees

Notes:

Rounds are worked in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise.

Pattern:

6-12 Months

Yarn- Guacamole, Hook- 5mm(H)

Round 1: Mc 8 hdc (8)
Round 2: 2 hdc in each st around. (16)
Round 3: hdc in first st, 2 hdc the next st, repeat around. (24)
Round 4: hdc the first 2 st(s), 2 hdc the next st, repeat around. (32)
Round 5: hdc the first 3 st(s), 2 hdc the next st, repeat around. (40)
Round 6: hdc the first 4 st(s), 2 hdc the next st, repeat around. (48)
Round 7: hdc the first 5 st(s), 2 hdc the next st, repeat around. (56)
Round 8-19: Hdc each st around (56)

Earflaps 6-12 Month

Make two

Round 1: hdc 10 st(s), (on the hat. The 4thst from where the snout was sewed on. See image below)

Round 2: hdc(dec), hdc the next 6 st(s), hdc(dec) (8)
Round 3: hdc(dec), hdc the next 4 st(s), hdc(dec) (6)
Round 4: hdc(dec), hdc the next 2 st(s), hdc(dec) (4)
Round 5: hdc(dec) twice (2)
Sc around the whole hat in Dark Leaf. Measure how long you want your braids and cut 6 pieces of each color.

Toddler and Small Child (1-4)

Yarn- Guacamole, Hook- 5mm(H)

Earflaps Toddler and small child

Make two

Round 1: hdc 12 st(s), (on the hat. The 4thst from where the snout was sewed on. See image below)

Round 2: hdc(dec), hdc the next 8 st(s), hdc(dec) (10)
Round 3: hdc(dec), hdc the next 6 st(s), hdc(dec) (8)
Round 4: hdc(dec), hdc the next 4 st(s), hdc(dec) (6)
Round 5: hdc(dec), hdc the next 2 st(s), hdc(dec) (4)
Round 6: hdc(dec) twice (2)
Sc around the whole hat in Dark Leaf. Measure how long you want your braids and cut 6 pieces of each color.

Child (5-10)

Yarn- Guacamole, Hook- 5mm(H)

Earflaps child size

Make two

Round 1: hdc 14 st(s), (on the hat. The 4thst from where the snout was sewed on. See image below)

Round 2: hdc(dec) hdc the next 10 st(s), hdc(dec) (12)
Round 3: hdc(dec), hdc the next 8 st(s), hdc(dec) (10)
Round 4: hdc(dec), hdc the next 6 st(s), hdc(dec) (8)
Round 5: hdc(dec), hdc the next 4 st(s), hdc(dec) (6)
Round 6: hdc(dec), hdc the next 2 st(s), hdc(dec) (4)
Round 7: hdc(dec) twice (2)
Sc around the whole hat in Dark Leaf. Measure how long you want your braids and cut 6 pieces of each color.

Eye’s all sizes

Make two of each part

Outer eye in (white)

Round 1: Mc 4hdc, 3 dc, 4hdc, 3dc pull tight and slst ch 1 (14)
Round 2: 2 hdc 4 times, 2 dc 3 times, 2hdc 4 times 2 dc 3 times slst (28)
Inner eye in (coffee)
Round 1: Mc 3 hdc, 3 dc, 3 hdc, 3dc, pull tight and slst (12)
(Note) sew the inner eye on to the outer eye before sewing to hat then add a little eye mark in white to the eye like picture below)

Snout nostrils

Make 2 in Green Leaf

Round 1: Mc 6 hdc (6)
(Note) Sew on to your snout before sewing on to your hat. This is for all sizes)

Snout 6-12 Month

Yarn- Guacamole, Hook- 5mm(H)

Ch 11
Round 1: hdc each st across (10)
Round 2: hdc(dec) hdc 6 st(s), hdc(dec) ch 1 turn (8)
Round 3: hdc each across (8)
Round 4: hdc(dec), hdc the next 4 st(s), hdc(dec) ch 1 turn (6)
Round 5: Hdc(dec), hdc the next 2 st(s), hdc(dec) , sc around whole thing tie off leaving a tail to sew on. (4)
(Note) when sewing on leave a gap so you can lightly stuff the snout then finish sewing off)

Snout Toddler and small child

Yarn- Guacamole, Hook- 5mm(H)

Ch 13
Round 1: hdc each st across (12)
Round 2: hdc(dec) hdc 8 st(s), hdc(dec) ch 1 turn (10)
Round 3: hdc each across (10)
Round 4: hdc(dec), hdc the next 6 st(s), hdc(dec) ch 1 turn (8)
Round 5: hdc(dec), hdc the next 4 st(s), hdc(dec) ch 1 turn (6)
Round 6: Hdc(dec), hdc the next 2 st(s), hdc(dec) , sc around whole thing tie off leaving a tail to sew on. (4)
(Note) when sewing on leave a gap so you can lightly stuff the snout then finish sewing off)

Snout Child

Yarn- Guacamole, Hook- 5mm(H)

Ch 17
Round 1: hdc each st across (16)
Round 2: hdc(dec) hdc 12 st(s), hdc(dec) ch 1 turn (14)
Round 3: hdc each across (14)
Round 4: hdc(dec), hdc the next 10 st(s), hdc(dec) ch 1 turn (12)
Round 5: hdc(dec), hdc the next 8 st(s), hdc(dec) ch 1 turn (10)
Round 6: hdc(dec), hdc the next 6 st(s), hdc(dec) ch 1 turn (8)
Round 7: Hdc(dec), hdc the next 4 st(s), hdc(dec) , sc around whole thing tie off leaving a tail to sew on. (6)
(Note) when sewing on leave a gap so you can lightly stuff the snout then finish sewing off)
6 slst above the eye to create a brow using Green Leaf. See image below
Last but not least sew on spots in Green leaf on the snout and between the eyes. They don’t have to be perfect

I really enjoyed creating this Crochet dinosaur hat pattern.

Hey there! Just a heads up, I own all the copyrights to this pattern and the photos. Feel free to sell whatever you make with it! If you do sell it, I’d really appreciate it if you drop a link back to my post. Just remember, this is totally my work—I’ve put a ton of effort into creating these patterns. Happy Crocheting!

Adorable Crochet Dinosaur Hat Pattern for Kids

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