
5 FREE and FAST Hat Patterns to Knit and Crochet
Need a quick gift that looks like you spent weeks on it? 🎁✨ You’re in the right place! Whether you’re racing the clock to finish your holiday list or just want a cozy project to enjoy by the twinkle lights, these hats are here to save your (frostbitten) bacon.
I’ve rounded up 5 free and fast hat patterns—some knit, some crochet—all perfect for those last-minute makes. They each use just a ball or two of yarn, and they work up quicker than you can say “one more row!” 🧶💨
Grab your needles (or hook), pick a pattern, and get ready to make something merry and handmade!
✨ 5 Quick, Cozy, and Totally Giftable Patterns to Make!
Half Hour Hat!
Yes, I mean it. CROCHET this beanie with 1 ball of Baa Baa Bulky and a 30 minutes on the clock 🕝
Hour and a Half!
Yes, I mean it. KNIT this beanie with 1 ball of Baa Baa Bulky and a 90 minutes on the clock 🕝

Marled Pom Bomb
Wooly Worsted yarn held double knits up so fast on a set of US 11 needles. This cute hat is super stretchy and looks great in any colors! 🎨
Roxana Reversible Beanie
Maybe not the fastest one on the list but definitely the most versatile! Knit with 1 ball of Baa Baa Bulky 🤩
Blustery Beanie
Whip up this sweet beanie with 2 strands of Baa Baa Bulky held together. Here's a class, too!
Do you love knitting hats as much as I do?
Tucking a small project into my hands and whipping up an entire garment in just a matter of minutes is So. Much. FUN!
I hope you find one of these on your needles in the coming days whether its for a gift or for yourself 💝
Happy knitting,
💗 Heather