Teal Cloche Sun Hat with Coral Bow Free Crochet Pattern

Teal Cloche Sun Hat with Coral Bow — Free Crochet Pattern

Introduction

This vintage-inspired teal cloche is the perfect project for anyone who loves a little 1970s flair with their sunshine. Worked top-down in simple single crochet, it builds from a flat crown into a wide, dramatic brim that shades your face and turns heads at the same time. The teal yarn gives it a rich, retro feel, while the little coral bow pinned at the side adds a cheerful pop of contrast. It's a satisfying make for crocheters who are comfortable with basic shaping and ready to try a larger, statement piece.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight (4) acrylic or cotton. Teal: approx 200 yds. Coral: approx 20 yds.
• Hook: 5.0 mm (H/8), or size needed to match gauge.
• Notions: Stitch marker, tapestry needle, scissors, tape measure.
• Finished size: One size fits an average woman's head circumference of 21–22 inches; height approx 7 inches including the brim.

Abbreviations

• ch — chain: yarn over and pull through the loop on your hook.
• sc — single crochet: insert hook, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through both loops.
• inc — increase: work 2 single crochet stitches into the same stitch.
• MR — magic ring: an adjustable loop you crochet into, then pull closed.
• st(s) — stitch(es).
• Rnd / Row — round (worked in the round) / row (worked flat, turning).
• [ ] x — repeat the instructions inside the brackets the number of times shown.

Gauge

13 sc x 14 rows = 4 inches. Work a small swatch in single crochet and measure a 4-inch section; if you have more stitches than 13, go up a hook size, and if you have fewer, go down.

Tips Before You Start

• Use a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round so you never lose your place in the long, plain rounds.
• Keep your tension relaxed on the brim increase rounds — tight stitches make the wide brim cup instead of lying flat.
• Try the crown on as you go; it should sit comfortably around the head before you begin the brim.
• Block the finished brim flat with pins and a light mist of water so it holds its wide, even shape.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Crown (teal)

Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc into ring (6 sts). Pull ring closed.

Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sts).

Rnd 3: [sc, inc] x6 (18 sts).

Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] x6 (24 sts).

Rnd 5: [3 sc, inc] x6 (30 sts).

Rnd 6: [4 sc, inc] x6 (36 sts).

Rnd 7: [5 sc, inc] x6 (42 sts).

Rnd 8: [6 sc, inc] x6 (48 sts).

Rnd 9: [7 sc, inc] x6 (54 sts).

Rnd 10: [8 sc, inc] x6 (60 sts).

Rnd 11: [9 sc, inc] x6 (66 sts).

Rnd 12: [10 sc, inc] x6 (72 sts).

Rnds 13–24: sc in each st around (72 sts).

Brim (teal, continued)

Rnd 25: [sc, inc] x36 (108 sts).

Rnd 26: sc in each st around (108 sts).

Rnd 27: [2 sc, inc] x36 (144 sts).

Rnd 28: sc in each st around (144 sts).

Rnd 29: [3 sc, inc] x36 (180 sts).

Rnd 30: sc in each st around (180 sts).

Rnd 31: [4 sc, inc] x36 (216 sts).

Rnd 32: sc in each st around (216 sts).

Rnd 33: [5 sc, inc] x36 (252 sts).

Rnd 34: sc in each st around (252 sts).

Rnd 35: [6 sc, inc] x36 (288 sts).

Rnd 36: sc in each st around (288 sts). Fasten off.

Bow (coral)

Row 1: Ch 21, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across (20 sts).

Rows 2–8: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across (20 sts). Fasten off.

Bow Center (coral)

Row 1: Ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across (5 sts).

Rows 2–4: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across (5 sts). Fasten off.

Assembly and Finishing

Wrap the small bow center strip around the middle of the bow rectangle, gathering the rectangle slightly to form the bow shape, and sew the center's ends together at the back to secure. Use the tapestry needle to sew the finished bow to the side of the hat at round 20, stitching through the back of the bow center so the stitches stay hidden. Weave in all ends on the wrong side of the hat and bow. Block the hat, pinning the brim out flat to its full width and lightly misting with water; let it dry completely before wearing.

Pro Tips and Variations

• Swap the coral bow for a mustard or cream one for a different retro color story.
• Add a round of crab stitch (reverse single crochet) around the brim edge for a tidy, structured finish.
• Work the crown in a cotton blend for a cooler, more breathable summer hat.