Free Pattern: Dorothy’s Hat

On a recent road trip to see the Wizard of Oz at the sphere in Las Vegas with my daughter and grand daughter… yes it was WONDERFUL and we had a really fun time… I wanted a project I could work on that didn’t take a lot of concentration. I made a scarf and LOVE how it turned out! The texture reminds me a Dorothy’s brick road and the colors of a rainbow.

Of course I wanted to make a matching hat…since this is designed for the annual Scarf & Hat of the Month Club CAL (more info below).

The scarf I made with two different yarns, but I wanted to show the same stitch combo if only one color is used. A totally different look. I love them both!

The Supplies I Used

The Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Bitty Stripes yarns quickly became a personal favorite. I love the colors and how they bring a project to life with one skein. These 10 oz skeins are BIG. At 515 yards a skein, you can easily make a scarf and hat set (matching scarf pattern).

The hook: When possible I use Clover Soft Touch Crochet Hooks (they only go up to a size J….oh how I wish they came bigger!). I highly suggest using these hooks. I am able to crochet 8-10 hours a day with these hooks. I have extreme fatigue in my hands and arms, but these hooks allow the comfort needed to continue crocheting.

Hat of the Month

This pattern is part of the 2026 Scarf and Hat of the Month cal with The Stitchin Mommy and Oombawka Design Crochet.

About this ongoing event:

Each month in 2026, three brand new hat patterns will be shared as part of The Hat of the Month Club CAL. You can download a Premium PDF copy of the pattern for FREE, but only for the first 24 hours.
After this time has expired, each of the Premium Patterns will return to their regular prices in our shops.
You will also be able to find a free version of each pattern will be viewable on our websites.

The pattern for my hat is available for free below and you can get the other two hat patterns at the following links between 3/22/26 9pm et and 3/23/26 11:59 pm et.

Dorothy’s Hat Crochet Pattern

The pattern is available for free below, plus a downloadable, ad free pdf is available from my Ravelry shop.

FREE PDF DOWNLOAD for 24 hours: you can download the file for free from my Ravelry shop starting SUNDAY NIGHT 3/22/26 at 7pm mt until Monday night, 3/23/26 11:59 pm mt.

How to get the pattern:

Visit the pattern page: available soon – https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/dorothys-hat
use coupon code: hatofmonth26
make sure the total changes to free

Materials and Details

Yarn: 100-125 yards worsted weight yarn. Sample – Red Heart Bitty Stripes yarn in Unicorn Mane
Crochet Hook: J (6mm)
Notions: Yarn needle for weaving in ends
Measurements: 5.25″ wide x 68″ long (not including fringe). Custom size information included in pattern below.
Gauge: not necessary for this project

Common Crochet Stitches and Abbreviations

Tips to read before you begin:
This pattern is written a little differently from the standard crochet pattern. I like to include more explanation to help with stitch placement and to make the experience more enjoyable. I hope you will find my style of pattern writing helpful.

The first stitch of each row is worked into the same stitch as the turning chain unless worked in the round.
Numbers at the beginning of each line do not refer to the number of rows/rounds, but distinguish the next item to complete.
Stitch count remains the same unless noted at end of row/round.
Color changes are included for the main sample. Please substitute yarns as desired. If you will be using multiple yarns I suggest choosing yarns of equal thickness. Not all worsted weight yarns are created equal.
If you have any questions about this pattern please contact [email protected].

Directions

Materials

Yarn: 150 yards RHSS Bitty Stripes Unicorn Mane
Crochet Hook: J (6mm)
Notions: Yarn needle for weaving in ends
Optional: Measuring tape, scissors, large faux fur pompom (optional)

Details

Gauge: 4 inches with J hook = 6 clusters and 12.5 rounds
Sizes: Child Large, Teen/Adult

Tips

First stitch of each row is worked into the same stitch as the turning chain.
Numbers at the beginning of each line may refer to steps and not indicate number of rows.
Stitch count remains the same unless noted at end of row/round.
If you have any questions about this pattern please contact [email protected].

Sample shown is size child large.

Note about all sizes: This hat begins at the top with a chain and joined to work in the round.

Directions for Child Large

1. With a J hook and worsted weight yarn (Sample: unicorn mane), ch 54, sl st in first ch to join for working in the round, making sure chain is not twisted. (54sts)

2. Ch 1, hdc in same st and in each st to end of round, sl st to join.

3. Ch 1, (sc, dc) in the same st, sk 1, *(sc, dc) in the next st, sk 1*, repeat to end of round, sl st to join. The (sc, dc) will be referred to as a cluster in the following steps.

4. Ch 1, turn, (sc, dc) before the first cluster, *(sc, dc) between the next clusters*, repeat to end of round, sl st in the first st to join.

5. Repeat the previous round until hat is 1.5” shorter than desired length (see chart at end of pattern).

End on right side of hat.

6. Ch 1, *FPHDC around next post, BPHDC around next post*, repeat to end of round, sl st to join.

7. Repeat the previous round for an additional 4 rounds or until hat is desired length.

Finish off and weave in ends.

Finishing the Top

With a yarn needle and beginning yarn tail, weave in and out of sts. Pull to cinch closed. Pull yarn tail to inside of hat and secure yarn with a knot. Weave in yarn tail.

Optional: Add a large pompom to the top of the hat if desired.

Directions for Teen/Adult size

1. With a J hook and worsted weight yarn (Sample: unicorn mane), ch 60, sl st in first ch to join for working in the round, making sure chain is not twisted. (60sts)

2. Ch 1, hdc in same st and in each st to end of round, sl st to join.

3. Ch 1, (sc, dc) in the same st, sk 1, *(sc, dc) in the next st, sk 1*, repeat to end of round, sl st to join. The (sc, dc) will be referred to as a cluster in the following steps.

4. Ch 1, turn, (sc, dc) before the first cluster, *(sc, dc) between the next clusters*, repeat to end of round, sl st in the first st to join.

5. Repeat the previous round until hat is 2” shorter than desired length (see chart at end of pattern).

End on right side of hat.

6. Ch 1, *FPHDC around next post, BPHDC around next post*, repeat to end of round, sl st to join.

7. Repeat the previous round for an additional 6 rounds or until hat is desired length.

Finish off and weave in ends.

Finishing the Top

With a yarn needle and beginning yarn tail, weave in and out of sts. Pull to cinch closed. Pull yarn tail to inside of hat and secure yarn with a knot. Weave in yarn tail.

Optional: Add a large pompom to the top of the hat if desired.

If you have any questions, comments or suggestions please email [email protected].

I hope you will enjoy this pattern and I would love to see what you make. Please share pix as a ravelry project or tag me in social media posts by adding #snappytots.

I hope you have a wonderful day!