Looking for a quick and easy Crochet Sorting Hat Pattern without the hassle of sewing? Look no further! This Sorting Hat is a sweet and simple project perfect for all my fellow hat lovers.
Few crafts capture the whimsy and creativity of the Harry Potter universe quite like a Sorting Hat Crochet Pattern. Whether you’re a devoted Potterhead or a crochet enthusiast looking for a fun project, this guide will walk you through the inspiration behind the design, the materials needed, and step-by-step instructions to help you create your very own magical sorting hat.
The sorting hat is one of the most iconic symbols of the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Known for its wise words and surprising decisions, the hat has become a favorite among fans. For those who love crafting and Harry Potter alike, recreating this legendary piece through crochet is both a fun challenge and a way to bring a touch of magic into your home.
FLO – crochet into the front loops only of each stitch
Techniques
Adjustable ring – Make a ring, insert hook into front of ring and pull up loop through to front of ring, chain one stitch, sc into ring as directed in pattern, pull tail gently to close ring.
Note:
Numbers in () indicate number of stitches at the end of that round.
Pattern is worked in unjoined spirals.
Use a locking stitch marker to keep track of rounds. At the end of each round, move marker to loop on your hook.
*** To make a larger hat, continue increasing by 3 sts per round until the hat reaches the size you want. Continue on as instructed below, adjusting stitch counts for each row. ***
Rnd 31: Working in FLO of each st, *(2 sc in next st, sc in next 6 sts), rep from * around (48)
Rnd 32: Working in both loops of each st, *(Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 4 sts), rep from * around (54 sts)
Rnd 33: *(Sc in next 8 sts, 2 sc in next st), rep from * around (60 sts)
Rnd 34: *(2 sc in next st, sc in next 9 sts), rep from * around (66 sts)
Rnd 35: *(Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 7 sts), rep from * around (72 sts)
Rnd 36: *(Sc in next 10 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next st), rep from * around (78 sts)
Rnd 37: *(2 sc in next st, sc in next 12 sts), rep from * around (84 sts) Fasten off and weave in ends.
Finishing
Thread a yarn needle with a long strand of the brown yarn you are using. Knot the end. Push the mouth made in Rnds 23-25 to the inside. Weave the yarn from the bottom of the hat, up through the mouth, securing it to the inside. Stitch both sides of the mouth the same way so that it stays to the inside of the hat, then come up between the eyes created in Rnds 18-19, and back down towards the mouth, pulling tightly so that it makes the center of the eyes tilt downward slightly for the Sorting Hat’s grumpy expression. Pull the yarn tightly and knot to the inside of the hat, and weave in end.
For a stiffer brim, overlap rounded strips of brown felt over the inside of the brim and pin into place. Trim edges to line up with the crocheted edge of the brim. Use brown thread to stitch the felt into place on the edge and inner edge of the brim.
If your hat is too floppy on top, insert polyester fiberfill. Cut a circle of felt to fit inside just underneath the eyes of the hat. Stitch into place with brown thread. Make sure not to put the felt circle too low or the hat won’t fit onto a head.
Final Thoughts:
The sorting hat crochet pattern is more than just a project—it’s an opportunity to blend your love of crochet with the enchanting world of Harry Potter. With clear instructions, adaptable techniques, and plenty of room for personalization, this project is ideal for crafters of all skill levels.
