Embrace the cozy vibes of autumn with this delightful crochet pumpkin beret hat! This beginner-friendly pattern creates a charming, pumpkin-shaped accessory that’s perfect for keeping warm during crisp fall days or adding a festive touch to your Halloween outfit. The textured design features adorable ridges reminiscent of real pumpkin lines and a cute 3D stem on top.
The magic of this pattern lies in the simple combination of increases and front post double crochet stitches that create those signature pumpkin segments. It’s a quick, one-day project that works up beautifully in worsted weight yarn. Whether you stick with classic orange or get creative with white, green, or yellow variations, this beret is sure to become your favorite seasonal accessory.
Materials Needed
- Worsted weight orange yarn (for hat body)
- Worsted weight green yarn (for stem)
- Crochet hook (size suited to gauge, e.g., 4.0 mm [G])
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
Abbreviations Used
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- dc = double crochet
- fpdc = front post double crochet
- BLO = back loop only
- dc2tog = double crochet two together
Pattern Instructions
This pattern uses USA crochet terminology.
Special Stitches
Front Post Double Crochet (fpdc): Yarn over, insert hook from front to back to front around the post of indicated stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop (keep loop long, as for a dc), (yarn over, pull through 2 loops) twice.
Double Crochet Two Together (dc2tog): Yarn over, insert hook into next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through 2 loops (2 loops left), yarn over and insert into next stitch, yarn over and pull up loop, yarn over and pull through 2 loops (3 loops on hook), yarn over and pull through all 3 loops.
Crown & Body
Stem (with green yarn):
Make a magic ring, ch 3 (counts as dc), and work 14 more dc (total 15 dc) into magic ring. Tighten the ring and sl st to top of ch 3 to join. Fasten off green yarn.
Pumpkin Beret Body (switch to orange yarn):
Attach orange by inserting hook in any stitch from previous round, pull up a loop, and ch 3 (counts as dc).
Round 1 (Increase): Work 1 more dc into the same stitch (2 dc in same st). 2 dc in each st around for 2 consecutive sets. Next stitch: Work fpdc around the post of the corresponding previous round stitch. Repeat: [2 dc in ea of next 2 sts, fpdc in next st] all around. Sl st to top of ch 3 to join. (Stitch marker helpful)
Round 2 (Increase): Ch 3, dc into the same stitch. Next 2 stitches: dc in each. Next stitch: 2 dc in same stitch. Next: fpdc around prev fpdc. Repeat: [2 dc in 1 st, dc in next, dc in next, 2 dc in next, fpdc in next] all around. Sl st to join.
Round 3-10 (Continue Increasing, Forming Triangles): Continue with the triangle style: 2 dc in first st of “segment” or triangle, dc in each stitch across the triangle, 2 dc in last st of the triangle, then fpdc (repeat). Each round the “triangle” increases in width between fpdc. End each round with sl st to join. By Round 10, the fabric may appear curly at the edge (this will fix as you decrease).
Round 11 (No Increase, Maintain Shape): Ch 3, dc in each stitch; when you come to a fpdc, work a fpdc. Sl st to join. (The sides flatten out now.)
Rounds 12-15 (Decrease): Ch 2 (acts as part of a decrease), dc in the next st (this counts as a dc2tog). Dc in each st to last 2 sts before next fpdc, work dc2tog. Work fpdc around fpdc as usual. Repeat decrease pattern for a total of 4 rounds, shaping down the beret.
Brim
Brim (with orange yarn):
After 15th round, ch 1. Work 1 sc BLO in every stitch around. Sl st to join. Repeat 2 more rounds of sc BLO for a total of three rounds. Fasten off and weave in all orange ends.
Pumpkin Stem
Pumpkin Stem (with green yarn)
Ch 2. Place 5 sc in the 2nd chain from the hook. Use a stitch marker to keep track of rounds. For Rounds 2–5: Work 1 sc in each st around (spiral, do not join), keeping track with marker. Move the marker up for each round. After round 5, sl st to the first sc to join. Leave a long tail for sewing. Remove marker and fasten off.
Assembly
Weave in all loose ends on the beret and brim securely. Thread the green stem tail with a yarn needle. Center the pumpkin stem at the top of the beret and sew in place, going back and forth through each crochet stitch for a firm hold. Hide any remaining tails inside the hat, weaving horizontally three times to secure. Optional: Steam block lightly for shape.
Tips
When you wear your finished beret, fold the brim inside for a classic beret look. For more Halloween-inspired accessories, try our Free Crochet Witch Hat Pattern or the adorable Small Crochet Witch Hat. If you enjoy beginner-friendly wearables like this beret, you might also love the Chunky Crochet Tie Top or the cozy Easy Crochet Granny Stripe Poncho Pattern. Take care to weave and sew all ends securely for the neatest results!
FAQ
What size does this hat fit? The finished hat fits an average teen/adult head with approximately 21-22″ circumference. The height is about 9.5″ (24 cm), which you can adjust by working more or fewer rounds.
Can I make this in different colors? Absolutely! While orange is traditional for pumpkins, you can get creative with white, green, or yellow yarn for a unique twist on the classic fall look.
Is this pattern suitable for beginners? Yes! This pattern is rated as easy/advanced beginner. You’ll need basic stitch knowledge, experience working in the round, and the ability to change colors and sew the stem.
Conclusion
Congratulations on creating your adorable pumpkin beret hat! This charming, textured accessory brings a touch of autumn magic to any outfit and makes a wonderful handmade gift. Share your festive creation in the comments below!