Gromit Bucket Hat and Cowl in Berroco Bestie - Downloadable PDF

Gromit Bucket Hat and Cowl in Berroco Bestie – Crochet Pattern Summary

This downloadable PDF crochet pattern, Gromit, is designed by Mel Kennelly and published by Berroco. It includes instructions for two separate accessories: a classic bucket hat and a generously sized cowl, both worked in the same super-chunky yarn for a cozy, modern look. Rated as an Easy skill level, this pattern is an excellent choice for beginner crocheters looking to build confidence while producing stylish, wearable results quickly.

What Is Being Made

The Gromit Bucket Hat

The hat is a structured bucket-style hat with a wide, downward-sloping brim — a silhouette that has remained fashionable across decades and works beautifully in chunky yarn. The finished hat measures 21 inches (53.5 cm) in circumference and 8 inches (20.5 cm) in height, making it a comfortable fit for most adult heads. The super-chunky weight of Berroco Bestie gives the hat excellent body and shape retention, so the brim holds its characteristic drape without requiring stiff interfacing or additional structure.

The Gromit Cowl

The cowl is a wide, wrap-style neck accessory measuring approximately 32 inches (81 cm) in circumference and 11 inches (28 cm) wide. One of its most practical design features is that the circumference is adjustable through the placement of two buttons, allowing the wearer to customize the fit around the neck and shoulders. This makes the cowl versatile enough to wear snugly as a neck warmer or more loosely as a shoulder wrap. The button closure adds a charming, handcrafted detail that elevates the accessory beyond a simple tube cowl.

Techniques Used

Both the hat and the cowl are worked using crochet as the primary craft. The construction approach typical for a bucket hat of this style involves working in the round from the crown downward, shaping the body of the hat through strategic increases before transitioning to the flat brim. The cowl is worked as a flat rectangle or panel that is then fastened with buttons, which is a beginner-friendly construction method that avoids complex seaming or shaping.

The pattern also calls for the use of removable stitch markers or safety pins, a technique essential for tracking rounds and stitch placement, particularly when working in the round with chunky yarn where it can be easy to lose count. Button attachment using a sewing needle and sewing thread is required to finish the cowl, introducing a simple hand-sewing technique that is well within reach for beginners.

Blocking is specifically referenced in the pattern, as gauge is measured after blocking. Blocking a crocheted piece — typically by wetting it and pinning it to shape — helps even out stitches and ensures the finished measurements match those specified in the pattern. This is an important finishing technique, especially when working with natural or blended fiber yarns.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch used throughout both the hat and the cowl is the double crochet (dc). Double crochet is one of the most fundamental and widely used stitches in crochet, known for producing a fabric that is taller and more open than single crochet, which works particularly well with super-chunky yarns to create a fabric that is cozy without being overly stiff or dense. The gauge for this pattern is set at 7 stitches and 5 rows to 4 inches (10 cm) in double crochet, measured after blocking.

For beginner crocheters, the double crochet stitch is an ideal next step after mastering the chain and single crochet. It works up quickly, especially at this gauge with a large hook, making both the hat and the cowl satisfying projects that can be completed in just a few hours of work.

Materials

Yarn: Berroco Bestie

Berroco Bestie is a super-chunky weight yarn sold in 50-gram balls. The colorway used in this pattern is #10528 PB&J, a warm, inviting shade that suits the cozy nature of both accessories. The hat requires 2 balls