Granny Stitch Hat Free Crochet Pattern

ByMichelle MooreUpdated: February 16, 2026

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Embrace the charm of retro style with this Retro Granny Stitch Hat! The Takakkaw Falls Toque is a quick and easy design that is perfect for those looking to coordinate their accessories with crochet projects featuring beloved granny stitch patterns.

Crocheted from the top down, this hat showcases the classic granny stitch cluster pattern, offering texture and visual appeal.

Beginner skill level.
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Key Takeaways

  • The Granny Stitch Hat features a vintage design with a cozy fold-over ribbed band, making it perfect for all ages.
  • Crocheted from the top down, the pattern includes a video tutorial for easier crafting, especially for beginners.
  • Using DK weight gradient yarn, the hat adds a pop of colour to outfits and is suitable for fall.
  • The article also introduces the Mountainscapes Collection Ebook, featuring multiple crochet patterns, including the Granny Stitch Hat.
  • The pattern includes detailed instructions, materials needed, and washing instructions, ensuring a comprehensive guide for crocheters.

The hat is completed with a cozy fold-over ribbed band, ensuring extra warmth and comfort for every wearer. With sizes ranging from newborn to large adult, this pattern is versatile and perfect for the whole family.

Made in light DK weight gradient yarn, your hat will not only be cozy but will also add a beautiful pop of colour to any outfit.

Additionally, the pattern includes a step-by-step video tutorial on YouTube, which guides you through the process and makes it easier to create your own Granny Stitch Hat.

Get ready to crochet a timeless piece that combines functionality with a dash of nostalgic flair!

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The Perfect Hat For Fall

With fall approaching, it’s the perfect time to crochet a set of these gorgeous hats for you and your family! They make an excellent market prep item or a thoughtful gift. The fun and playful colours of Mary Maxim Prism (CDN) yarn will ensure these hats are real show-stoppers!

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Mountainscapes Collection Ebook

The Ebook includes 6 crochet patterns: the Wapta Falls Pullover, Cascade Cardigan, Retro Granny Dress, Children’s Cascade Cardigan, Children’s Granny Dress, and the Takakkaw Falls Toque. As a special bonus, you’ll also receive the Feathered Fall Shawl pattern, a Gauge Guide Ebook, and The Perfect Fit Ebook. There are also options for a children’s pattern-only Ebook and a separate adult bundle available. Sign up here to join the Crochet along from September 23 to October 11th, 2024!

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Our experience at Takakkaw Falls in British Columbia was genuinely unforgettable, inspiring the creation of the Takakkaw Falls Toque crochet hat pattern. Standing at an impressive height of 384 meters (1,260 feet), Takakkaw Falls is one of the tallest waterfalls in Canada, making it a breathtaking sight to behold.

A woman in colorful knit attire and a charming Granny Stitch Hat smiles while standing near a river with a mountainous backdrop.

The name “Takakkaw” comes from the Cree word meaning “it is magnificent” and perfectly captures the awe-inspiring beauty of this natural wonder.

As we approached the falls, we were treated to stunning views of the surrounding Rocky Mountains. The drive to Takakkaw Falls was an adventure in itself, featuring a winding road that included a nerve-wracking switchback on the mountain’s side.

However, every twist and turn revealed more of the breathtaking landscape, from glistening streams to cascading waterfalls, rocky terrain, and lush, treed landscapes. Each moment spent on this scenic drive heightened our anticipation for what awaited us at the falls.

A rocky river flows through a pine forest with a towering mountain in the background under a cloudy sky, reminiscent of the intricate patterns in a Granny Stitch Hat.
View of a river flowing through a dense forest with mountains in the background under a cloudy sky, resembling the intricate patterns of a Granny Stitch Hat.
A wide, grayish river flows through a forested valley with rocky shores and mountainous terrain in the background under a cloudy sky, resembling the intricate patterns of a Granny Stitch Hat.
A tall waterfall cascades down a rocky cliff into a forested area with a river flowing in the foreground, where pine trees scattered throughout almost seem to wear nature's own version of a Granny Stitch Hat.
A tall waterfall cascades down a rugged cliff, surrounded by green pine trees, much like the intricate patterns of a Granny Stitch Hat.
Steep rocky cliff face with sparse trees and greenery at its base; small trees grow on the cliff like a Granny Stitch Hat pattern. The sky is overcast.

Takakkaw Falls

Once we arrived, we were mesmerized by the sight of water plummeting down the rocky cliffs, creating a picturesque landscape accentuated by colourful rainbows formed in the mist. It was the perfect inspiration for our Mountainscapes Collection, which aimed to capture the essence of the mountains through vibrant designs.

We chose Prism yarn from Mary Maxim for this collection, as its beautiful colorways complement the stunning hues found in the landscapes of the Mountains.

We hope you enjoy crocheting the Takakkaw Falls Toque as much as we enjoyed our visit to the falls.

A woman wearing a multicolored Granny Stitch Hat and a black jacket stands by a flowing river with a forest and mountain in the background.

Are Granny Stitch Hats Easy?

Granny Stitch hats are the perfect project for beginners! One of the first things I crocheted when I was starting out was a Granny Stitch hat, and it was such a rewarding experience. If you’re just getting into crochet, why not give it a try? Start with the tutorial’s 0-3 month size and follow along!

Video Tutorial

Join me and follow along to this detailed tutorial to complete this adorable Granny Stitch Hat. The tutorial demonstrates 0-3 month size.

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Yarn Requirements

Mary Maxim Prism(CDN)

DK Weight #3

290yds/100g, 100% Acrylic Shown in Rain Shower (Tropics, Sunset, Wild Berries, Blue Lagoon)

SIZES 0-3mth (3-6mth, 6-18mth, Child, Adult, L Adult) 1 ball each or 90 (125, 150, 175, 205, 240) Yards

Size Chart For The Granny Stitch Hat

Skill Level

Beginner, written in standard American terms.

Gauge

Granny Stitch: 10 sts (including ch-1 sps) and 4.5 rows equal to 2″ in granny stitch with 5mm hook

Brim: 9 sts and 10 rows equal to 2″ in sc blo with 4.5mm hook

Two knit beanies with large fur pom-poms rest on a surface—one in multicolored stripes resembling a Granny Stitch Hat and the other in solid teal. Pinecones and eucalyptus leaves are placed beside them.

Suitable Yarn Substitutes

Colorfusion (CDN) – 325 yards/100g

Lion Brand mandala – 590 yds/150g

King Cole Riot DK – 322yds/100g

Swish Pops- 246 yds/100g

Crochet Hooks Required

US G+/7 (4.5mm)

US H/8 (5mm)

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Materials

Yarn Needle

Scissors

Measuring Tape

5″ Faux Fur Pom Pom (CDN)

4.3″ size for baby hats

Personalized Tags (Rivets)

Helpful Resources

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Abbreviations

Beg Cluster – Ch 3, 2 dc in indicated space.

Blo – Back Loop Only

Ch – Chain

Cluster – Work 3 dc in indicated space.

Dc – Double Crochet

Rep – Repeat

RS – Right Side

Sc – Single Crochet

Sk – Skip

Sl St – Slip Stitch

Sp(s) – Space(s)

St(s) – Stitch(es)

( ) – Work step in parentheses in indicated stitch

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Construction

The Retro Granny Stitch Hat Crochet pattern is worked from the top down in the round. Using the granny stitch cluster pattern, you’ll increase the number of clusters to the required number for the desired size. The hat is finished with a simple fold-over join-as-you-go ribbed band. 0-3mth size tutorial included.

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Granny Stitch Hat – Takakkaw Falls Toque

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Granny Stitch Hat Pattern

0-3mth (3-6mth, 6-18mth, Child, Adult, Large Adult)

The pattern is written for the smallest size, with the larger sizes in parentheses ( ). If there is only 1 number, it applies to all sizes—a step-by-step video tutorial is provided on YouTube for the 0-3mth size.

Granny Stitch Hat

Notes: For the 0-3 month size, begin with 12 stitches, which is the same starting point as the adult size. Increase only to round 4; the other sizes will continue to increase to round 6.

Increase Rounds

Round 1:

With larger hook, Magic Ring, ch 2 (not included as a st), work 12 (9, 10, 11, 12, 13) dc in the ring, pull ring tight, sl st in first dc to join—12 (9, 10, 11, 12, 13) sts.

Round 2:

Ch 2, work 2 dc in each st around, sl st in first dc to join—24 (18, 20, 22, 24, 26) sts.

Round 3:

Ch 2, work 1 dc in first st, work 2 dc in next st, * 1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st; rep from * around, sl st in first dc to join—36 (27, 30, 33, 36, 39) sts.

Round 4:

Ch 2, work 1 dc in first 2 sts, work 2 dc in next st, * 1 dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st; rep from * around, sl st in sp between starting ch-2 and the first dc to join (0-3mth size) all other sizes sl st in the first dc to join—48 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52) sts. 0-3mth proceed to cluster rounds.

Round 5:

Ch 2, work 1 dc in first 3 sts, work 2 dc in next st, * 1 dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st; rep from * around, sl st in first dc to join—x (45, 50, 55, 60, 65) sts.

Round 6:

Ch 2, work 1 dc in first 4 sts, work 2 dc in next st, * 1 dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st; rep from * around, sl st in sp between starting ch 2 and the first dc to join—x (54, 60, 66, 72, 78) sts.

Cluster Rounds

Notes: Work clusters between double crochet (dc) stitches and work between the clusters for subsequent rounds.

Round 1:

(Beg cluster) in first sp between ch-2 and first dc, *sk 3 sts, (cluster) in next sp between dc; rep from * around. sk last 3 sts, sl st across beg cluster to sp between clusters—16 (18, 20, 22, 24, 26) clusters.

Round 2:

(Beg cluster) in first sp between clusters, (cluster) in each sp between clusters around, sl st across beg cluster to sp between clusters—16 (18, 20, 22, 24, 26) clusters.

Rounds 3 – 6 (6, 8, 9, 10, 10):

Rep Round 2—16 (18, 20, 22, 24,26) clusters. Last round sl st in starting ch-3 to join.

Last Round:

Ch 1, work 1 sc in each st around, sl st in first sc to join—48 (54, 60, 66, 72, 78) sts.

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Join-as-you-go Band

Row 1:

With smaller hook, ch 13 (15, 17, 19, 21, 21), sc in the 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, sk first st at the hat edge, sl st in the next 2 sts (edge), turn—12 (14, 16, 18, 20, 20) sts.

Row 2:

Sk sl sts, sc in the blo of each st across, turn—12 (14, 16, 18, 20, 20) sts.

Row 3:

Ch 1, sc in the blo of each st across, sl st in next 2 sts (edge), turn—12 (14, 16, 18, 20, 20) sts.

Rows 4- 48 (54, 60, 66, 72, 78):

Rep Rows 2-3, ending after completion of Row 2 repeat. To join the band, ch 1, sl st the last row to row 1, working through the blo of each st across. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Pom Pom

Make a yarn pom pom or attach a faux fur pom pom. Sew snap to the top of the hat. Blow-dry pom to fluff and snap to the top of the hat. Use a 5-6″ pompom for child and adult hats and a 4.3″ pom pom for baby hats. Hats are shown with a 0.75″ x 2.5″ personalized faux leather tag. Attach with leather rivets.

Washing Instructions

Before washing, remove the pompom. Gently hand wash the hat using a mild detergent or wool wash. Afterwards, carefully lay it flat to dry.

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