Dublin Hat: Quick Crochet Chunky Hat Pattern – Free & Easy

Easy to make, works up fast, fits great, and looks fabulous! The Dublin Hat free chunky hat pattern is a quick crochet project you can whip up in about an hour—perfect for staying warm and stylish or creating a beautiful last-minute gift.

Hey there, crochet friends! Let me tell you about my Dublin Hat—the quick crochet chunky hat pattern that’s an absolute joy to create and wear. It’s one of those easy crochet hat patterns you start “just for fun” and end up making again and again because it’s that easy and satisfying.

I first made this cozy hat for my daughter a few years ago, and she’s worn it every winter since. I actually forgot about this pattern until last week when she asked for a new one for winter. We live in New England, where winter is long and brutal, so a good chunky warm hat is a must!

I managed to make her two in just an afternoon, which was fantastic! I’ll probably make one for myself too—once my yarn arrives, LOL!

So, if you want a hat that’s warm, cozy, pretty, and comes together in no time? The Dublin Hat is exactly what you need!

Make a Warm, Cozy Hat in Just One Hour!

If you’re looking for a quick crochet chunky hat pattern that’s free, easy, and fun to make, the Dublin Hat is exactly what you need. This free chunky beanie pattern is a beginner-friendly project that works up fast and looks amazing.

This free chunky hat pattern is worked from the bottom up, starting with a comfy ribbed brim and then moving into a simple shell stitch for the body. You’ll love how quickly this chunky beanie comes together—just a little over an hour, and you’ll have a warm, stylish hat ready to wear or gift!

The Dublin Hat comes in three sizes—small for kids, medium for teens and most women, and large for bigger heads—so you can make this simple crochet pattern for everyone on your list. Perfect for last-minute gift giving or building up your collection of quick crochet favorites.

Ready to make your own Dublin Hat? Grab your chunky yarn, and let’s get started with this free crochet hat pattern!

Free Quick Crochet Chunky Hat Pattern – Start Here

Recommended Yarn: Loops & Threads Charisma Tweed Yarn. #5 Bulky weight yarn, color shown: White, other photos show color Honey.

Yardage

• Small size: 98 yd
• Medium size: 109 yd
• Large size: 130 yd

Yarn Substitution: These yarns are a close match, but you should always swatch.

• Bernat Softee Chunky
• Lion Brand Yarn Mandala Impressions
• Premier Yarns Rustic Yarn

Crochet Hooks

1. 6 mm for the brim
2. 8 mm for the body of the hat

Other Materials

1. Pom-pom: 6”pom-pom
2. Tag: Faux leather tags
3. Tapestry needle: to weave in ends.

Gauge

• Brim: 1×1”/ 6 mm hook = 3 rows and 3 ST
• Body: 4×4” / 8 mm hook = 6 rows and 10 DC and 1SC

Abbreviations

• CH: Chain
• ST: Stitch
• SLST: Slip stitch
• SC: Single crochet
• DC: Double crochet
• BLO: Back loop only
• HDC DEC: Half double crochet decrease
• YO: Yarn over
• Rnd: Round
• Rep: Repeat

Pattern Notes

• The pattern is written in US terms.
• The hat is crocheted from the bottom up — the brim is worked in rows, and the rest of the hat is made in continuous rounds.
• The pattern is written in three sizes:
  • Small: fits 18”–20” head circumference (Child)
  • Medium: fits 20”–22” head circumference (Teen & Woman)
  • Large: fits 22”–24” head circumference (Adult large)
• The stitch counts and instructions for each size are written in parentheses and marked with different colors. Just follow the color that matches your size. Small, Medium, and Large. Color-coded sizes are included in the premium version.
• The number at the beginning of each row shows the row count for that size.
• The number at the end of each row shows the stitch count for that size.
• For the best fit, make sure you check your gauge and adjust the hook size if needed.
• Measurements:
  • Small: 8” high × 8 ½” wide
  • Medium: 8½” high × 9” wide
  • Large: 8½” high × 10 ½ “ wide

Special Stitches

Half double crochet decrease (HDC DEC): YO, insert the hook into the next ST, pull up a loop, insert the hook into the next ST, pull up a loop, YO, pull through all loops.

Dublin Hat: Quick Crochet Chunky Hat Pattern – Make It in an Hour

This free, quick crochet chunky hat pattern has everything you need to make the Dublin Hat—a cozy, stylish beanie you’ll wear all winter long. In this post, you’ll find the complete materials list and detailed step-by-step crochet instructions to guide you through every stitch of this easy chunky hat project.
If you’d prefer a convenient, ad-free PDF pattern, you can grab a copy for a small fee in any of my shops—links are below.

Step 1- Crochet the brim

With a 6 mm hook, chain (7, 8,8).

Row 1: SC in 2^nd CH from the hook and in each CH across, turn. (6, 7, 7) SC

Row 2: CH1, SC in same ST, SC BLO in each ST across until 1 ST remaining, SC in the last ST, turn. (6) (6, 7, 7) SC

Rows 3 – Row (45, 51, 57): Rep row 2. At the end of the last row, turn. Do not fasten off.

Join the brim: Fold it in half and align the two ends. SL ST through both layers — the first stitch (BLO) on one side and the first foundation chain on the other. Continue slip stitching through each BLO stitch and the corresponding foundation chain all the way across. Switch to an 8 mm hook, then begin crocheting the hat body.

Step 2- Crochet the Body

Rnd 1: With an 8 mm hook. CH1, SC in each row of the brim (visible holes). (45, 51, 57) ST. Do not join; crochet continuously next round.

Rnd 2: SC in next ST,*skip next 2 ST, 5 DC in next ST, skip next 2 ST, SC in next ST*, rep *to* around, ending with 5 DC in the beginning SC. (8, 9, 10) 5 DC groups—Crochet continuously in the next round.

Rnd 3: *Skip next 2 ST, SC in next ST, skip next 2 ST, 5 DC in next ST*, rep *to* around, crochet continuously next round. (8, 9, 10) 5 DC groups.

Rnd 4 – Rnd (6, 7, 7) or to the desired height: Rep Rnd 3 continuously. (8, 9, 10) 5 DC groups. Finish the last round with an SC.

Step 3 – Close the hat

For all sizes: Crochet the decrease rows in spiral, making * HDC DEC over the next 2 STS* around until the top opening is nearly closed, leaving (8, 10, 12) STS remaining.

Fasten off, leaving a 6”–8” tail to weave the top of the hat closed. Weave in any remaining loose ends. Finish by attaching a pom-pom and a tag.