It’s time to take a modern twist on a classic crochet favourite! Introducing the Motif Moods Granny Square Brimmed Hat, a free pattern that combines timeless charm with practical style. Whether you’re new to granny squares or a seasoned pro, this project is perfect for showcasing your skills while creating a chic accessory for any season.

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Granny squares have been a staple in the crochet world for decades, loved for their versatility and nostalgic appeal. But who says they’re only for blankets? This Granny Square Brimmed Hat reimagines the classic motif into a trendy design that’s functional, fashionable, and so much fun to make.

This hat is a fantastic scrap buster for using up any small amounts of yarn that you might have in your stash, and a fun way to try out some new colour combinations – there are so many possibilities for this project

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You’ll find all of the granny stitch crochet projects listed on Banana Moons main page about the Granny Fest 2025 Blog Hop along with the link to each pattern. Each of these crochet granny stitch patterns will be available free on the designer’s website for the duration of the event.

Scroll down for the free version of my Motif Moods Hat pattern the ad-free PDF Pattern is available from my pattern platforms below.

Motif Moods Granny Square Brimmed Hat

The pattern below is written just in US terms but you can view a handy conversion chart here on the blog.

Skill Level: Beginner / Easy

Size: To fit average woman’s size head:  23 inch circumference. With the brim folded down your hat should measure approx. 10 inches / 19cm tall and 10.6 inches / 25.4cm wide 

Gauge: 7hdc = 2” [5 cm]  

Materials 

Yarn: Stylecraft Aran (100% Acrylic); [196 meters] / 100 grams):  1218 Parchment (A, 1 ball), 1422 Aspen (B, 1 ball), 1083 Pomegranate (C, 1 ball), 

Hook: US size I/9 (5.5 mm) 

Notions: Large eye tapestry needle, XL pom pom maker 

Pattern Notes

• Using a stitch marker: The main section of the hat is worked in rnds; you may find it useful to place a stitch marker in the top of the first st to mark start of rnd.  
• Hidden seam: Avoid uneven seams or gaping holes in your hat by skipping over your chain stitches at the beginning of the round. Joins should be made to your first stitch. You should start your next round in the same stitch as your chains stitches. This allows the chains to become “filler” stitches and keeps your seam from having large holes. 
• The ch2 at the beginning of a rnd do not count as a st.

Abbreviations

• Slip Stitch (sl st) Insert hook in st indicated, yarn over and draw through all loops.
• Chain (ch): Bring yarn over hook from back to front and grab it with hook. Draw hooked yarn through slip knot and onto hook. 
• Space (sp): The gap between stitches or chains.
• Single Crochet (sc):  Insert hook in st indicated and pull up a loop [two loops on hook], yarn over, pull through both loops on hook.
• Half Double Crochet (hdc): Yarn over, insert hook in indicated st and pull up a loop (three loops on hook), yarn over, pull through all three loops on hook.
• Double Crochet (dc): Yarn over, insert hook in  indicated st and pull up a loop (three loops on hook), yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops on hook.

Hat Pattern 

Rnd 1: With A,  make a magic ring, ch1, 8hdc into the ring, sl st to the beginning st join. (8 sts) 

Rnd 2: Ch2, 2hdc in each st around, sl st to the beginning st join. (16 sts) 

Rnd 3: Ch2, (1hdc, 2hdc) around, sl st to the beginning st join. (24 sts) 

Rnd 4: Ch2, (1hdc in the next 2sts, 2hdc) around, sl st to the beginning st join. (32 sts) 

Rnd 5: Ch2, (1hdc in the next 3sts, 2hdc) around, sl st to the beginning st join. (40 sts) 

Rnd 6: Ch2, (1hdc in the next 4sts, 2hdc) around, sl st to the beginning st join. (48 sts) 

Rnd 7: Ch2, (1hdc in the next 5sts, 2hdc) around, sl st to the beginning st join. (56 sts) 

Rnd 8: Ch2, (1hdc in the next 6sts, 2hdc) around, sl st to the beginning st join. (64 sts) 

Rnd 9: Ch2, (1hdc in the next 7sts, 2hdc) around, sl st to the beginning st join. (72 sts) 

The crown diameter should measure approx 7.3 inches / 18.6 cm at this point  

Rnds 10 – 22: Ch2, 1hdc in each st around, sl st to the beginning st join.  

Fasten off and weave in ends. 

Your hat should measure approx 7.5 inches / 19cm tall at this point and roughly 10.6 inches / 27cm wide 

Brim Motifs (Make 12) 

Rnd 1: With B, make a magic ring, ch1, 8hdc into the ring, sl st to the beginning sl st join. (8 sts) 

Fasten off and weave in ends  

With C, working between each st of rnd 1; 

Rnd 2: Ch1, 2hdc in the same sp, (miss a st, 2hdc in the next sp) around.  (16 sts) 

Fasten off and weave in ends  

With A, working between each st of rnd 2; 

Rnd 3: Ch4 [counts as dc +1ch], 2dc in the same st, (miss 2sts, 2hdc in the next sp, miss 2sts, (2dc, ch1, 2dc) in the next sp) repeat twice more, miss 2sts, 2hdc in the next sp, 1dc in the last sp, sl st to top of the beginning st join. 

Fasten off but leave long yarn tail for sewing motifs together  

Finishing off the Hat Brim

Sew your motifs in a long strip; joining two side edges together to form a circular band; 

Attach A to the top of the long side of the brim strip and then working across the top of the motifs; 

Row 1: Ch1, 1sc in the same st, 1sc along the top of each motif along until end. (72 sts) 

Fasten off and weave in ends 

Row 2: Reattach A to the bottom of the long side of the brim strip, then working across the bottom of the motifs repeat row 1. Fasten off but leave long yarn tail for attaching the brim to the hat. 

Finishing 

• Attach the motif brim, with the wrong side of the motifs facing on the inside, to the last row of your hat 
• Make an extra large pompom, using yarns A, B and C, and add to the top of the hat to finish off 

And that’s it!

So grab your hooks and yarn, and let’s bring the humble granny square back to the spotlight—one stylish hat at a time. If you enjoyed this pattern, you can view a list of my other free patterns here.

Please consider giving this pattern a love by leaving a comment or review on the platform you got it from – and I hope you’ll share your photos with me on social media (facebook, twitter or instagram) or as a project on Ravelry – I love to see what you make! And finally you may wish to make sure you are signed up to blog (below) and / or my mailing list to get a reminder when new blog posts, discounts or new pattern releases are available.

Until next time folks! Happy hooking and keep calm and crochet on my friends xx

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Photo credit: This pattern originally appeared in the October 2020 Issue of I Like Crochet magazine. Photo credit as shown.

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There’s something so delightful about a festive gnome, don’t you think? With their oversized hats, adorable beards, and whimsical charm, they seem to embody everything that’s merry and bright about the season. Today, I’m excited to share with you a free pattern for Figgy the Festive Gnome that’s not only a joy to make but also perfect for gifting to someone special. That is, if you can keep it away from your own family—this little cutie has already been claimed by my little one!

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I’m excited to say that I’m participating, with my Festive Gnome, in the Giftstravaganza Blop Hop with Underground Crafter. 33 Days of free crochet patterns with PDF downloads for handmade holiday gift by a range of wonderful designers. There’s something new to make every day in November and each week has a theme, and my Festive Gnome is part of week 3;

All the patterns in this blog hop are forever free on the blog of each designer. But for each pattern, you can also get a coupon code valid for 24 hours to download that day’s featured pattern as a PDF for free. Visit Underground Crafter to learn more about the prizes, enter the giveaway, and to get links to each Giftstravaganza Blog Hop pattern as it is released.

Standing at approximately 12.5cm [4.9 inches], this gnome brings holiday cheer to any home. From his sparkly striped hat to the cute Christmas Tree button, every detail is designed to be heart-warmingly festive. It’s the perfect stash-busting crochet project and works up quickly, so you can whip up several to spread the joy this Christmas.

To add a touch of extra charm to my festive gnome, I reached for an adorable wooden Christmas Tree button from my Dear Ewe shop. They were the perfect finishing touch, giving the gnome a fun, holiday-themed accent. Of course, you don’t have to stick to trees—any novelty button would work just as well! From snowflakes to stars, you can personalise your gnome to match your holiday vibe.

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Scroll down for the free version of this pattern the ad-free PDF Pattern is available from my pattern platforms below – don’t forget to use your Giftstravaganza code: FIGGY4ME for a free download on Ravelry on Wednesday 20 October 2024 (valid from 6pm Eastern / 11 pm GMT until 6am on Thursday 21 October 2024).

Figgy the Festive Gnome

The pattern below is written just in US terms but you can view a handy conversion chart here on the blog.

Skill Level: Beginner / Easy

Yarn: Ricorumi DK yarn, 100% Cotton, 25g (57.5m) balls

• 1 ball of Emerald (042) – YARN A
• 1 ball of Nude (023) – YARN B
• 1 ball of Pistachio (047) – YARN D
• 1 ball of Red (028) – YARN E
• 1 ball of White (001) – YARN F

Rico Ricorumi Lamé DK, 10g / 50m, 62% Polyester and 38% Polyamide

• 1 ball of Gold (002) – YARN C

Pattern will work in other hooks and yarns though finished size will be different.

Hook: · 3.5mm hook (US size E).

You will also need:

• tapestry needle
• stitch markers
• toy stuffing
• Christmas Tree Button (optional)

Gauge: 5dc = 2.5cm / 1 inches in US single crochet (UK double crochet)

Obtaining the correct gauge is not critical to this project but if your gauge does not match the gauge stated then your finished item will be a  different size.

Finished size: 12.5cm [4.9 inches] tall

STITCH GUIDANCE:

• Slip Stitch (sl st) Insert hook in st indicated, yarn over and draw through all loops.
• Chain (ch): Bring yarn over hook from back to front and grab it with hook. Draw hooked yarn through slip knot and onto hook. 
• Space (sp): The gap between stitches or chains.
• Single Crochet (sc):  Insert hook in st indicated and pull up a loop [two loops on hook], yarn over, pull through both loops on hook.
• Single crochet 2 together (sc2tog): Invisible double crochet decrease method: Invisible decreasing is a method of removing stitches to shape your fabric  without gaps. Insert hook in the FRONT LOOP ONLY of the first stitch indication and pull up a loop (two loops on hook), insert hook in the FRONT LOOP ONLY of the next st, pull up a loop (three loops on hook), yarn over, pull through three loops on hook;  decrease made.
• Back Loop Only (BLO): Work in the back loop of the stitch as indicated
• Front Loop Only (FLO): Work in the front loop of the stitch as indicated

PATTERN NOTES:

• Magic ring: is also known as a Drawstring Ring or Magic Loop and is often used as a start for working amigurumi. If you are not familiar with this technique you could substitute with a ch2 and then work in the second ch from the hook.
• Working in the round: Most of the sections of this pattern are worked in the                        amigurumi style without joining in continuous rounds. Place the stitch marker in the top of the first st to mark the start of each round.
• Joining pieces together: Leave a long yarn tail when fastening off (unless specified) to use to join parts together.
   

PATTERN:

BODY

Rnd 1: Using YARN A and working into a magic ring, 6 sc. 6 sts

Rnd 2: (2 sc) 6 times. 12sts

Rnd 3: (1 sc, 2 sc in next st) 6 times. 18 sts

Rnd 4: (2 sc, 2 sc in next st) 6 times. 24 sts

Rnd 5: (3 sc, 2 sc in next st) 6 times. 30 sts

Rnd 6: (4 sc, 2 sc in next st) 6 times. 36 sts

Rnd 7: (5 sc, 2 sc in next st) 6 times. 42 sts

Rnd 8 – 12: sc around

Rnd 13: (5 sc, sc2tog) 6 times. 36 sts

Rnd 14 – 16: sc around

Rnd 17: (4 sc, sc2tog) 6 times. 30 sts

Rnd 18 – 20: sc around

Rnd 21: (3 sc, sc2tog) 6 times. 24 sts

Start to stuff; continue to stuff as you go;

Rnd 22: (2 sc, sc2tog) 6 times. 18 sts

Rnd 23: (1 sc, sc2tog) 6 times. 12 sts

Rnd 24: (sc2tog) 6 times. 6 sts

Fasten off and using the yarn tail sew up remaining sts.

NOSE

Rnd 1: Using YARN B and working into a magic ring, 6 sc. 6 sts

Rnd 2: (2 sc in each st) 6 times. 12 sts

Rnd 3: (1 sc, 2 sc in next st) 6 times. 18 sts

Rnd 4 – 5: sc around

Rnd 6: (1sc, sc2tog) 6 times. 12 sts

• Fasten off but leave a long yarn tail to attach to the Body
• Stuff the nose

HAT

Starting from the top and working downwards;

Rnd 1: Using YARN C and working into a magic ring, 6 sc. 6 sts

Rnd 2: sc around

Rnd 3: (1 sc, 2 sc in next st) 3 times. 9 sts. 

Fasten off YARN C and attach YARN D to the top of any st;

Rnd 4: sc around

Rnd 5: (2 sc, 2 sc in next st) 3 times. 12 sts

Rnd 6: sc around.

Fasten off YARN D and attach YARN E to the top of any st;

Rnd 7: (3 sc, 2 sc in next st) 3 times. 15 sts

Rnd 8: sc around

Rnd 9: (4 sc, 2 sc in next st) 3 times. 18 sts. 

Fasten off YARN E and attach YARN C to the top of any st;

Rnd 10: sc around

Rnd 11: (5 sc, 2 sc in next st) 3 times. 21 sts

Rnd 12: sc around.

Fasten off YARN C and attach YARN D to the top of any st;

Rnd 13: (6 sc, 2 sc in next st) 3 times. 24 sts

Rnd 14: sc around.

Rnd 15: (7 sc, 2 sc in next st) 3 times. 27 sts.

Fasten off YARN D and attach YARN E to the top of any st;

Rnd 16: sc around.

Rnd 17: (8 sc, 2 sc in next st) 3 times. 30 sts.

Rnd 18: sc around.

Fasten off YARN E and attach YARN C to the top of any st;

Rnd 19: (9 sc, 2 sc in next st) 3 times. 33 sts

Rnd 20: sc around.

Rnd 21: (10 sc, 2 sc in next st) 3 times. 36 sts

Fasten off YARN C and attach YARN D to the top of any st;

Rnd 22: sc around. 

Rnd 23: (11 sc, 2 sc in next st) 3 times.  39 sts

Rnd 24: sc around.

Fasten off YARN D and attach YARN E to the top of any st;

Rnd 25:  FLO; (12 sc, 2sc in next st) 3 times. 42 sts

Rnds 26 – 27: sc around

• Fasten off but leave a long yarn tail, thread this yarn tail up to the BLO of rnd 25, you will use this yarn tail to attach the hat to the body

BEARD

• Cut 22 strands of Fluffy pink yarn approx 18cm in length.
• Fold one strands of yarn in half so that there’s a U-shaped bend on one side and two ‘tails’ on the other side.
• Insert your hook around a stitch where you want to add the beard on the face (around and underneath the nose) catch the  bend  of your yarn with your hook, pull the folded end of the yarn under the stitch taking care not to pull the  yarn all the  way through. The ends of the yarn should remain on the opposite side of the stitch as the folded end.
• Open up the fold of the yarn so that you have a loop. Insert the tail ends of yarn into the loop. 
• Pull the ends of the yarn tightly to cinch the loop down into a knot. Use scissors to snip into shape as required.

MAKING UP

• Attach Nose to the Body over rnd 17 – 21
• Position the hat, so it over laps the nose and beard slightly, and then attach to the head using the back loops and the yarn tail of rnd 25 of the hat.
• Optional: Fold hat down on one side and tack into place. Attach a cute novelty button on the other side of the hat to finish off.

And that’s it!

Whether you crochet Figgy the Festive Gnome for yourself or as a thoughtful gift for a loved one I hope you enjoy making it. If you’re gifting this, be prepared for it to find a permanent spot in someone’s home—it’s just that charming. And if you enjoyed this pattern, you can view a list of my other free patterns here.

Please consider giving this pattern a love by leaving a comment or review on the platform you got it from – and I hope you’ll share your photos with me on social media (facebook, twitter or instagram) or as a project on Ravelry – I love to see what you make! And finally you may wish to make sure you are signed up to blog (below) and / or my mailing list to get a reminder when new blog posts, discounts or new pattern releases are available.

Until next time folks! Happy hooking and keep calm and crochet on my friends xx

Please note that some of the links in my blog are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you purchase via these links at no extra cost to you. This helps to cover the running cost of the website – thank you for your support.

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