13 Adorable Crochet Cat Hat Patterns
If you love crocheting and cats, then a curated collection of cat hat crochet patterns is perfect for you!
These cat patterns are fun and easy to follow, and they can be used to create a variety of hats for your furry friends. Whether you want to create something practical, cute, humorous or just want to make a gift for a cat lover, there are plenty of options to choose from.
In this blog post, we will explore some of the best cat hat crochet patterns that you can try. This collection features free crochet cat hat patterns as well as paid ones for you to pick from to make!
I hope you enjoy learning how to crochet a hat for a cat with our fun pattern collection below! If you have a dog, you may also like our collection of crochet dog hat patterns as well!
How to Crochet a Cat Hat
With just a few basic crochet skills and some yarn, you can create a collection of adorable hats for your furry friend.
The Stitches For Cat Hats
Most of these cat patterns use simple stitches like the single crochet, double crochet and half double crochet.
You may come across some other crochet techniques used in these kitty hats as well, such as…
The Yarn For Cat Hats
When it comes to selecting yarn for crochet cat hats, there are a few factors to consider.
- First, you want to choose a yarn that is soft and comfortable for your furry friend. Scratchy or stiff yarn can irritate their skin and make them uncomfortable.
- Secondly, you want to pick a yarn that is durable and easy to clean. You will want a yarn that can withstand regular washing and wear.
Here are some yarn options that are great for crocheting cat hats:
Acrylic yarn
This is a popular choice for cat hats because it is soft, affordable, and easy to care for. Acrylic yarn is durable and comes in a wide range of colors.
Vanna’s Choice
This yarn is made by Lion Brand, and is a Weight 4 – Medium yarn.
Fiber: 100% Acrylic
Yardage: 156m / 171 yds
Hook: 5.5 mm (I-9)
Substitute: Lion Brand Heartland
Cotton yarn
Cotton is another soft and breathable yarn option that is great for warmer weather. It’s also easy to care for and comes in a variety of colors.
Cotton Aran Yarn
This yarn is made by Paintbox Yarn, and is a Weight 4 – Medium yarn.
Fiber: 100% Cotton
Yardage: 93 yards
Hook: 4.5 mm (7)
Substitute:
No matter what type of yarn you pick, make sure to read the label for care instructions and gauge recommendations. And always supervise your cat while they’re wearing their hat to ensure their safety and comfort.
Let’s Get Started
Now that you’ve learned about the crochet stitches and the yarn you’ll want to use to make a cat hat read on down to find some of the best paid and free cat hat patterns to crochet!
Crochet Cat Hat Patterns
Crocheted cat hat patterns are not only adorable, but they are fun to make as well! Take a look below to find the purrfect cat hat for your furry friend or anyone who is a cat lover!
Cat Sombrero Crochet Pattern
Learn how to make a sombrero for a cat with this adorable hat pattern. Find the PDF printable on Etsy to get started.
Paid Pattern
Yarn: Worsted Weight #4 Yarn
Free Crochet Pattern: Bucket Hat for Cats
Learn how to crochet a cat hat with this adorable bucket hat pattern! It uses simple stitches and is a small project to work up too.
Free Pattern
Yarn: Any Four Weight Yarn
Cat Crown Pattern
You can learn how to crochet this adorable cat crown with this free pattern PDF.
Free Pattern
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver
Cat Elf Hat
This free elf hat pattern for a cat is too cute and will be sure to bring some laughs! Take some adorable holiday pictures with your pet using this fun cat hat!
Free Pattern
Yarn: Any Four Weight Yarn
Hennin Cat Hat
This adorable cat hat reminds me of a jester hat, which is extra cute! You'll love how easy this hat is to crochet, since it uses basic crochet stitches and simple color changes.
Free Pattern
Yarn: Any Lightweight #3 Yarn
Crochet Pattern Cat Dinosaur Hat
This extra adorable dinosaur hat for a cat is the perfect for photo ops, Halloween or a just because you want to have your cat wear a hat!
Paid Pattern
Yarn: Worsted Weight Yarn
Cat Turkey Hat
You'll love crocheting a hat for your cat that is turkey themed for the holidays! This hat features feathers, eyes, a beak and a tie under the chin strap.
Free Pattern
Yarn: Any Four Weight Yarn
Chicken Hat for Cats
Make this easy crochet chicken hat pattern for your cat or kitten with this adorable pattern. It features worsted weight yarn and easy to follow instructions that will have you showing off your cat's new hat design. Great for photo ops!
Paid Pattern
Yarn: Worsted Weight Yarn
Viking Cat Hat Pattern
This adorable small cat hat pattern was designed to look like a viking hat and is adorable to boot! Find the free pattern below to get started as soon as possible.
Free Pattern
Yarn: Comfy Yarn
Ruby Festive Cat Hat Pattern
If you are looking for a winter themed cat hat, then this the pattern for you! You can find the festive cat hat video pattern for free at the link below.
Free Pattern
Yarn: #2 Weight yarn
Feline Fox Pattern
Crochet this fox hat for your cat with this free PDF pattern from Lion Brand. It is a small project, so it works up fast, and it uses simple stitches, which is a win-win for any crochet pattern.
Free Pattern
Yarn: Vanna's Choice
Free Crochet Cat Santa Hat Pattern
You'll love crocheting a hat for your cat when it looks as cute as this one does! Crochet a hat in the classic red Santa hat style, or change it up as you see fit.
Free Pattern
More Free Pet Crochet Patterns
If you enjoyed this collection of crochet cat patterns, then you’ll probably enjoy the pet patterns below as well.
