Simple Textured Messy Bun Hat

Simple Textured Messy Bun Hat by Amanda Saladin

What is Being Made

The Simple Textured Messy Bun Hat is a beginner-friendly crochet hat designed to accommodate a messy bun or topknot hairstyle. This downloadable crochet pattern creates a finished hat with approximately 20 inches of circumference and 7 1/2 inches of height, making it a versatile accessory suitable for various head sizes and styling preferences.

Crochet Techniques Used

This pattern employs fundamental crochet techniques appropriate for beginners. The hat construction involves working in rounds without turning for the main body, which creates a seamless cylindrical shape. The ribbed cuff is worked in rows with turning, then joined into a circle before transitioning to the body. The pattern uses a combination of chain stitches and single crochet stitches to build both structure and texture throughout the design.

Crochet Stitches Used

• Single Crochet (sc): The primary stitch used throughout the pattern, including in the ribbed cuff and body rounds
• Chain Stitch (ch): Used to create foundation chains and textural elements within the body
• Slip Stitch (sl st): Used to join rounds and connect sections seamlessly
• Back Loop Only Single Crochet: Applied in the ribbed cuff rows to create elasticity and texture in the ribbing

Materials and Tools

Yarn: Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable in worsted weight, requiring 1 skein for the complete project. Worsted weight yarn provides excellent stitch definition and durability for everyday wear.

Hooks: Two crochet hooks are required—a J/10/6.0mm hook for the body and a smaller I/9/5.5mm hook for the ribbed cuff. The size difference between hooks creates a tighter ribbed edge that helps the hat stay securely in place.

Additional Notions: A yarn needle for weaving in ends and a hair elastic to secure the messy bun opening.

Gauge and Finished Measurements

The pattern is worked to a gauge of 18 stitches and 10 rows equaling 4 inches in the stitch pattern. Achieving proper gauge ensures the finished hat will measure approximately 20 inches in circumference and 7 1/2 inches in total height, providing a comfortable fit for most wearers.

Pattern Construction Notes

The hat is constructed in two distinct sections. The ribbed cuff begins with a foundation chain of 7 stitches and is worked in rows with turning until it reaches the full 20-inch circumference measurement. Once the ribbing reaches the desired length, it is joined into a circle with a slip stitch. The construction then transitions to the larger hook, and the body is worked in continuous rounds without turning, creating a smooth, seamless fabric. This technique prevents visible seams and allows the textured stitch pattern to develop evenly around the hat.