Embark on an epic crochet adventure and create your very own Dragon Hat! This captivating pattern brings a mythical creature to life with its intricate details, vibrant colors, and cozy earflaps. Perfect for playful spirits of all ages, it’s a statement piece that promises warmth and a touch of fantasy to any outfit. Get ready to impress with this unique and enchanting design!
Why This Dragon Beanie Will Be Your Next Favorite Project
This isn’t just a hat; it’s a wearable piece of art! Featuring adorable horns, expressive eyes, and textured scales, it’s a project that’s as rewarding to make as it is to wear. The design incorporates multiple colors and techniques, offering a fantastic opportunity to expand your crochet skills while crafting a truly magical accessory for yourself or as an unforgettable gift.
Crochet Pattern: Unleash Your Inner Myth: Craft a Majestic Crochet Dragon Hat with Earflaps
Materials
- Worsted weight yarn in Navy Blue (Color A)
- Worsted weight yarn in Medium Teal (Color B)
- Worsted weight yarn in Light Teal/Aqua (Color C)
- Worsted weight yarn in Off-White/Cream (Color D)
- Worsted weight yarn in Light Grey (Color E)
- Worsted weight yarn in Dark Grey (Color F)
- Worsted weight yarn in Mustard Yellow (Color G)
- Crochet hook size 4.0mm (G/6)
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Stitch markers
- Fiberfill for stuffing
Abbreviations
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- tr: treble crochet
- inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec: decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
- FPtr: Front Post treble crochet
- Bobble St: (yarn over, insert hook into st, yarn over, pull up loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops) 5 times in the same stitch, yarn over, pull through all 6 loops on hook.
- MR: Magic Ring
- FO: Finish off
- rep: repeat
- st/sts: stitch/stitches
- PM: place marker
Instructions
Gauge: 16 hdc x 12 rows = 4×4 inches (10×10 cm) with 4.0mm hook, or adjust to obtain gauge.
Note: Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
Hat Base (Color A – Navy Blue)
- Round 1: Start with MR, ch 2 (does not count as st), 10 hdc in MR. Sl st to first hdc. (10 hdc)
- Round 2: Ch 2, 2 hdc in each st around. Sl st to first hdc. (20 hdc)
- Round 3: Ch 2, (hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st) rep around. Sl st to first hdc. (30 hdc)
- Round 4: Ch 2, (hdc in next 2 sts, 2 hdc in next st) rep around. Sl st to first hdc. (40 hdc)
- Round 5: Ch 2, (hdc in next 3 sts, 2 hdc in next st) rep around. Sl st to first hdc. (50 hdc)
- Round 6: Ch 2, (hdc in next 4 sts, 2 hdc in next st) rep around. Sl st to first hdc. (60 hdc)
- Round 7: Ch 2, (hdc in next 5 sts, 2 hdc in next st) rep around. Sl st to first hdc. (70 hdc)
- Round 8: Ch 2, (hdc in next 6 sts, 2 hdc in next st) rep around. Sl st to first hdc. (80 hdc)
- Rounds 9-20: Ch 2, hdc in each st around. Sl st to first hdc. (80 hdc)
- FO and weave in ends.
Earflaps (Make 2)
Starting with Color A, attach yarn to the brim of the hat, approximately 12 stitches apart from the front center of the hat, working towards the back.
- Row 1: (Color A) Ch 1, sc in next 16 sts along the brim. Turn. (16 sc)
- Row 2: (Color A) Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (16 sc)
- Row 3: (Color B – Medium Teal) Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (16 sc)
- Row 4: (Color B) Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (16 sc)
- Row 5: (Color C – Light Teal/Aqua) Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (16 sc)
- Row 6: (Color C) Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (16 sc)
- Row 7: (Color E – Light Grey) Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (16 sc)
- Row 8: (Color E) Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (16 sc)
- Row 9: (Color A) Ch 1, sc dec, sc in next 12 sts, sc dec. Turn. (14 sc)
- Row 10: (Color A) Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (14 sc)
- Row 11: (Color B) Ch 1, sc dec, sc in next 10 sts, sc dec. Turn. (12 sc)
- Row 12: (Color B) Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (12 sc)
- Row 13: (Color C) Ch 1, sc dec, sc in next 8 sts, sc dec. Turn. (10 sc)
- Row 14: (Color C) Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. (10 sc)
- Continue decreasing every other row until 2 sts remain. FO.
Horns (Make 4 – 2 large, 2 small)
Use Color D (Off-White/Cream) and Color E (Light Grey) for stripes. Stuff lightly as you go.
Large Horns (Make 2)
- Round 1: (Color D) Start with MR, 6 sc in MR. (6 sc)
- Round 2: sc in each st around. (6 sc)
- Round 3: (sc in next st, inc) rep 3 times. (9 sc)
- Round 4: sc in each st around. (9 sc)
- Round 5: (Color E) (sc in next 2 sts, inc) rep 3 times. (12 sc)
- Round 6: sc in each st around. (12 sc)
- Round 7: (Color D) (sc in next 3 sts, inc) rep 3 times. (15 sc)
- Round 8-9: sc in each st around. (15 sc)
- Round 10: (Color E) (sc in next 4 sts, inc) rep 3 times. (18 sc)
- Round 11-12: sc in each st around. (18 sc)
- Round 13: (Color D) sc in each st around. (18 sc)
- Sl st, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Small Horns (Make 2)
- Round 1: (Color D) Start with MR, 5 sc in MR. (5 sc)
- Round 2: sc in each st around. (5 sc)
- Round 3: (sc in next st, inc) rep 2 times, sc in last st. (7 sc)
- Round 4: sc in each st around. (7 sc)
- Round 5: (Color E) (sc in next 2 sts, inc) rep 2 times, sc in last st. (9 sc)
- Round 6: sc in each st around. (9 sc)
- Sl st, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Eyes (Make 2)
Pupil (Color F – Dark Grey):
Round 1: Start with MR, 8 sc in MR. Sl st to first sc. FO. (8 sc)Iris (Color G – Mustard Yellow):
Round 1: Start with MR, 10 dc in MR. Sl st to first dc. FO. (10 dc)
Sew pupil onto the center of the iris.Sclera (Color C – Light Teal/Aqua):
Round 1: Start with MR, 12 hdc in MR. Sl st to first hdc. (12 hdc)
Round 2: Ch 1, (hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st) rep 6 times. Sl st to first hdc. (18 hdc)
Round 3: Ch 1, (hdc in next 2 sts, 2 hdc in next st) rep 6 times. Sl st to first hdc. (24 hdc)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew iris/pupil onto the center of the sclera.Eyelid Outline (Color A – Navy Blue):
Using Color A, surface slip stitch around the edge of the sclera, then extend into a slight ‘wing’ shape on the outer corner of the eye, following the image.
Scales & Spikes
Bobble Scales (Various Colors: B, C, D, E)
Randomly place and crochet Bobble Stitches onto the hat base in various shades of teal (Color B, C), off-white (Color D), and light grey (Color E) as seen in the image. Aim for clusters around the eye areas and scattered across the top and sides of the hat.Dorsal Spikes (Color B – Medium Teal)
Make 5-7 spikes. These are small triangles.- Row 1: Ch 4, sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 2 ch. Turn. (3 sc)
- Row 2: Ch 1, sc dec, sc in last st. Turn. (2 sc)
- Row 3: Ch 1, sc dec. Turn. (1 sc)
- Ch 1, sc around the edge of the triangle to create a neat border. FO, leaving tail for sewing.
Leaf-like Scales (Color C – Light Teal/Aqua)
Make several small leaf shapes. These are slightly flatter than bobbles.- Row 1: Ch 4, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in last ch. FO, leaving tail for sewing.
Assembly
- Sew the Eyes onto the front sides of the hat, positioning them as shown in the image.
- Sew the two large Horns on top of the hat, slightly towards the front.
- Sew the two small Horns behind the large ones.
- Sew the Dorsal Spikes in a line down the center top of the hat, from front to back.
- Sew the Leaf-like Scales, tucking them slightly under the Bobble Scales around the eyes and other areas to create depth.
Braids & Tassels (Make 2)
Cut multiple strands of yarn (approx. 20-24 inches long) in Colors A, B, C, and D. You will need about 3-4 strands of each color per braid. Take 3 groups of these multi-colored strands, fold in half, and attach them to the tip of each earflap with a larks head knot. Braid tightly for about 8-10 inches. Wrap a contrasting color yarn (e.g., Color A) tightly around the braid about 1 inch from the end to form a small ball/knot, then trim the remaining ends to create a tassel. Secure with a knot and hide tails.