Wendy Hat Free Crochet Pattern – 11 Sizes

"The Wendy Hat is a free crochet hat pattern featuring a ribbed band, textured stitches, and a gathered top. This hat is worked from the bottom up and includes 11 sizes, from Preemie through Adult Large. With sizes for babies, children, teens, and adults, you can use this pattern to make hats for the whole family. The pattern begins with a stretchy ribbed band worked back and forth in rows. Once the band is complete, the main hat is crocheted in joined, turned rounds. The textured stitch pattern uses half double crochet stitches and double crochet clusters to create a design that adds interest without being overly complicated. The gathered crown gives the Wendy Hat a little extra room at the top without making it a full slouch hat. You can also adjust the height by adding or removing pattern repeats before finishing the crown. I originally designed the Wendy Hat for my daughter, Darla, using King Cole Drifter Aran yarn. I have since updated the pattern to include 11 sizes and added a second version using King Cole Firefly Aran yarn. Both versions use Medium Weight Yarn [4], but the yarns have different characteristics that affect the finished hat. To make it easier to follow, I've included separate supplies, gauge information, and complete instructions for each yarn version. The smaller baby sizes have a narrower ribbed band, while the larger sizes have a wider band. The pattern is designed with approximately 2 inches of negative ease to help the finished hat fit comfortably around the head. This crochet hat is a practical project for making winter accessories, handmade gifts, and hats for family members. You can choose your favorite yarn color or use a self-striping yarn to add color without changing yarns. The free pattern includes written instructions using US crochet terminology, sizing information, helpful notes, and stitch tutorials. I have also included a photo tutorial for the double crochet cluster stitch used in the textured sections. Visit Oombawka Design Crochet for the complete free Wendy Hat crochet pattern, including all 11 sizes and both yarn versions."

Crochet HookH/8 or 5 mm hook, I/9 or 5.5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)