Small accessories are the quickest way to wear your crochet, and they make thoughtful little gifts. This collection gathers our free crochet hair accessories and hats: bows, a daisy hair tie, headbands, a sunflower headscarf, a lace hair kerchief, a bridal hair vine, ear and nose cuffs, a beanie, a baseball cap, an elastic hat, a Christmas bear-ear baby hat and even a watermelon pet collar.
Cards are ordered from easiest to most involved by the designer's skill rating, with the hook and yarn for each. Many use very little yarn, so they are perfect for scraps. For bags, cases and keychains, see our main bag and accessory pattern collection.
Free crochet hat and hair accessory patterns
Charming Sunflower Meadow Headscarf: 5 Easy Crochet Headband Ideas
Beginner–Intermediate · 3.25 mm hook · sport / fingering yarn
Cute Crochet Daisy Hair Tie: Easy DIY Flower Clip
Intermediate · 3.5 mm hook · worsted / DK yarn · about 6–7 cm
Cute Rainbow Star Baseball Cap: Easy Crochet Hat Pattern
Intermediate · 3.5 mm hook · DK / cotton yarn
Adorable Blush Rose Bridal Hair Vine: Easy Crochet Tutorial
Intermediate · 1.5–1.75 mm hook · fingering / cotton yarn
Cozy Autumn Berry Crochet Headband: 5 Easy Free Patterns
Intermediate · 2.25–2.75 mm hook · DK / sport yarn · about 21 to 23 inches
Charming Coral Seashell Ear Cuff: 1 Easy DIY Jewelry Tutorial
Intermediate · 1.25–1.5 mm hook · cotton yarn · about 6.5 to 8 cm
Charming Berry Heart Lace Hair Kerchief: Easy Crochet Pattern
Intermediate · 1.25 mm hook · cotton yarn · about 34 inches
Cute Christmas Bear Ear Baby Hat: 10+ Easy Crochet Patterns
6 mm hook · chenille / velvet yarn · about 13 inches
Quick first projects
The easiest hat: the elastic hat rated beginner uses aran or cotton yarn on a 3 mm hook. Its stretch makes it forgiving on fit.
Bows: the beginner bow pattern with five variations and the mini bow are small, quick and great for using up scraps. Attach them to clips, hair ties or gifts.
Headbands and scarves: the sunflower meadow headscarf is rated beginner to intermediate. Headbands need only a simple strip with a closure.
Fine thread, tiny hooks
Some accessories here use very small steel hooks:
| Pattern | Hook | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Sunflower nose cuff | 0.75–1 mm | Very fine cotton thread, tiny stitches |
| Lace hair kerchief | 1.25 mm | Delicate lace, slow but beautiful |
| Coral seashell ear cuff | 1.25–1.5 mm | Small, detailed shaping |
| Bridal hair vine | 1.5–1.75 mm | Fine roses on a flexible vine |
Thread crochet takes practice. Good light, a comfortable grip and patience help, and a magnifier lamp makes tiny stitches much easier to count. Start with the hair vine or the kerchief, which use slightly larger hooks than the cuffs.
The blush rose bridal hair vine makes a lovely handmade wedding accessory. Make it well ahead of the date, and block the roses so they hold their shape.
Hats that fit
Hats need to fit a head, so measure before you start:
- Measure head circumference just above the ears and eyebrows.
- Make your hat slightly smaller, usually about 2 to 5 cm less than the head measurement, so it stays on without slipping. Check the pattern's own sizing notes.
- Check your gauge, especially for fitted hats like the beanie and the baseball cap.
- Try it on before the final rounds, and add or remove rows to adjust length.
The mint chocolate chip beanie on a 6 mm hook works up quickly in worsted yarn. The rainbow star baseball cap is more involved, with a shaped brim.
Attaching hardware to hair accessories
- Hair clips: sew the bow or flower onto a clip through a small felt backing, or use strong craft glue for flat clips.
- Hair ties: sew the crochet piece onto an elastic hair tie with several passes of thread.
- Headbands: add an elastic section at the back, or a button closure, for comfort.
- Cuffs: ear and nose cuffs are shaped to sit without piercings. Work them tightly so they keep their curve, and try them on often while shaping.
For babies and toddlers, avoid small clips, beads and hardware that could come off. Soft headbands with no hardware are safer.
Matching accessories with outfits
Hats and headbands pair beautifully with garments. Find a matching top, dress or cardigan in our crochet garment patterns. The Christmas bear-ear hat also fits a baby's holiday outfit from the baby clothes collection linked below.
Frequently asked questions
What is the easiest crochet hair accessory?
A bow is the easiest: it is a small flat piece, cinched in the middle. The beginner bow pattern here includes five variations.
What yarn is best for crochet hair accessories?
Cotton yarn gives crisp bows and flowers that hold their shape. Fine cotton thread suits lace pieces like the kerchief and the bridal vine.
How do I make a crochet hat that fits?
Measure the head, then make the hat slightly smaller than the measurement so it stays on. Check your gauge and try it on as you go.
Are crochet hair accessories safe for babies?
Soft headbands without hardware are the safest choice. Avoid small clips, beads and buttons for babies and toddlers.
More collections to explore
- Crochet Clothing Patterns (4 collections)
- Crochet Keychain Patterns (19 patterns)
- Crochet Baby Clothes Patterns (37 patterns)