If you liked the look of the basket weave stitch in the Bobbi Beanie but you like to wear your hair in a messy bun or a ponytail, then try out this hat. If you haven't yet mastered the magic circle, good news, you won't have to use it for this hat. You will be crocheting around a hair elastic. The only stitches you need to know for this pattern are front post double crochet, back post double crochet and double crochet, and slip stitch.
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Buffalo Plaid Messy Bun Hat
What could be cozier than a buffalo plaid winter hat? Learn how to crochet in plaid from Whistle and Ivy's tutorial series, which includes the messy bun hat, an infinity scarf, and boot cuffs!
Instead of a large or elastic opening, this pattern weaves ribbon through the stitches so you can cinch up the hat and embellish your hair with a pretty bow!
Chunky Crochet Ponytail Hat
You can crochet this beehive-style hat in a flash because it's made with super bulky yarn. The pattern includes five sizes, as well as options for adding the stripes and the bow. With just this one pattern, you can make hats for all your friends and family!
Elizabeth Bun Hat Free Crochet Pattern
From the Blogger: “This bun hat design features simple stripes and a sweet bow. The bow sits at the back of the hat just below the bun opening and looks so cute peeking out from under your hair! The brim is a fun and easy knit look stitch. The bun hole at the top of the hat is elastic lined! Just begin by crocheting over a hair elastic. It's so easy! You'll love this hat this winter. You can even try the stripes in your own favorite colors.”
Vertical Rows Messy Bun Beanie
Instead of working in the round, try this crocheted beanie made with vertical rows. Although it includes a few special stitches, it's still easy enough for beginners who have already made a few projects. The free pattern includes two sizes and works around an elastic hair tie at the top.
Third Loop HDC Messy Bun Hat
Erin from The Cookie Snob designed her version of the messy bun beanie in the style of her series of 3 mL beanies. They hold more than 3 milliliters, but the backstory for the name includes some fun geekery. And to create the rows of horizontal chains, she works into the third loop of the half double crochet stitches. It's a fun way to make a hat with a popular look!