Free Crochet Pattern for Doll Cap

Keep your doll stylish with this quick and cozy V-stitch cap! This pattern is designed to perfectly fit 12-to-14-inch dolls (such as Paola Reina or similar sized dolls). Featuring the classic, beautiful texture of the V-stitch, this cap works up remarkably fast and creates a lovely summer accessoire. Whether you are making a quick gift, selling at craft fairs, or expanding your doll’s wardrobe, this pattern is a delightful project you'll want to make in every color! So, let’s prepare your doll for the sunny summer days and get started with this free crochet pattern!

SUPPLIES YOU NEED

Here is what you will need for this project: ca 20 gr Schachenmayr Catania 125m/50g in any color you choose, for this project you will need one size hook only - crochet hook C, scissors, tapestry needle, stitch markers, 2 buttons.

SKILL LEVEL

I would classify this free crochet pattern as an advanced beginner. It is necessary to have some experience with crocheting before creating this project.

SIZE  

The ready hat fits 12-14 inches doll, can be made bigger or smaller depending on the yarn and hook you use.

SKILLS YOU NEED

chain, single crochet, double crochet, half double crochet, slip stitch, increase, decrease

ABBREVIATIONS

Ch =chain

St = stitch

Sc = single crochet

Sl st = slip stitch

dec = decrease stitch (two single crochets together)

inc = increase stitch (two single crochets in the one stitch)

Dc = double crochet

Hdc = half double crochet

Tc = triple crochet

Rnd = Round

MC = Magic Ring

RS = Right side

* = repeat the instructions for the times indicated

(...) = total amount of stitches

TIPS

• Do not join rounds, work in a continuous spiral.
• Use a stitch marker or piece of yarn to keep track of the last stitch in each round
• All stitches are worked into both loops, unless stated otherwise in the pattern.
• When filling with polyester stuffing, pull apart each large chunk into many smaller chunks. This ensures an even distribution of firmness within the amigurumi
• Booties can be made in any desired colors.

V-STITCH

To complete each V-stitch, work (double crochet, chain 1, double crochet) in the same space or stitch:

Round 1: In the fourth chain from the hook work 2 double crochets, skip the next chain space, *2 double crochets in the next chain space, then skip the next chain space*, repeat * across the round.

Round 2: Work 2 double crochets in between each pair of double crochets from the row below. Insert your hook into the space between them. Repeat across the whole round.

In this pattern V-stitches are worked either: into V-stitches of the previous round (that is, into chain-1 space between 2 double crochets) or into space between two V-stitches of the previous round (that is, into space prior to next V-stitch).

INSTRUCTIONS

This design for crocheted doll hat is one of my favorites. It is pretty easy to make and to customize.

HAT

Chain 5 stitches, join with slip stitch into a ring.

Round 1: Chain 4 stitches, *double crochet into the ring, chain 1 stitch* repeat from* 11 times. Join with slip stitch into the 3rd chain of beginning chain-4

Round 2: slip stitch into next chain-1 space, chain 4 stitches, double crochet in the same chain-1 space, V-stitch in each chain-1 space around, join with slip stitch into the 3rd chain of beginning chain-4 (12 V-stitches)

Round 3: *V-stitch in each of next 2 V-stitches, V-stitch in the next space between two V-stitches of the previous round* (18 V-stitches)

Round 4: slip stitch into next chain-1 space, chain 3 stitches, *skip next 2 stitches, (3 double crochets, chain 1 stitch, 3 double crochets) in the next chain-1 space, skip next 2 stitches, 1 fpdc in the next chain-1 space*, repeat from* to* till the end of the round.

Front Post Double Crochet:

Yarn over and insert your hook from front to back and then from back to front again between the posts of the stitches. The hook should now be positioned horizontally behind the double crochet that you’re working around. Yarn over and draw the yarn around the post of the stitch. You now have 3 loops on the hook. Yarn over and draw the yarn through the 2 loops on the hook, twice. One front post double crochet is complete.

Rounds 5-9: chain 3 stitches, *(3 double crochets, chain 1 stitch, 3 double crochets) in the next chain-1 space, 1 fpdc in the next chain-1 space*, repeat from* to* till the end of the round

Round 10: slip stitch into the next stitch, chain 3 stitches, double crochet in each of next 2 stitches, skip next stitch, *double crochet in each of next 3 stitches, skip next stitch*, repeat from * to* till the end of the round

Round 11 (into the back loop): chain 1 stitch, single crochet in each of next 18 stitches, turn the work.

Round 12: chain 1 stitch, *single crochet in each of next 2 stitches, increase*, turn the work.

Rounds 13-16: chain 1 stitch, single crochet in each of next stitches till the end of the row, turn the work.

Fasten off. Hide all yarn ends.

ASSEMBLY

Add two decorative buttons to the hat. Weave ribbon through spaces between dc´s if desired. Weave in all ends.

I hope you enjoyed crocheting hat and found the pattern helpful. I would love to see your finished creations, so share a picture here or on Instagram by tagging me @tansuluucrafthaus. Feel free to sell the finished item in small amounts created with this free crochet pattern but please provide pattern credit back to me when posting online.

Please write in comments about what you would like to see next and what topics you are interested in. It´ll give me great ideas for future projects.

Happy crocheting! Feel free to contact me with any questions. Thank you for stopping by and have a lovely day!