Unique Crochet Baseball Cap & Visor Hat Patterns For The Outfield

Imagine yourself picking up a hook and some yarn to make a cozy crochet baseball cap and visor hat. This fun project is perfect for anyone looking to add a handmade touch to their wardrobe or gift a special someone something unique.

Crochet Baseball Cap & Visor Hat

Materials:

• Yarn: Medium weight (#4) yarn, such as 100% superwash wool or acrylic. The example uses Willow Yarns’ Daily Worsted.
• Hooks: 5 mm (H) hook and 5.5 mm (I) hook.
• Additional Tools: Row counter or pen and paper, two to three stitch markers, and a tape measure.

Cap Construction:

Starting the Hat:

Magic Circle:

• Start with a magic circle.

Round 1:

• Work a series of clusters (three double crochet clusters) into the magic circle. You'll end up with six clusters after the round is complete.

Round 2:

• Increase the number of clusters to 12 by placing two clusters in each space from the previous round.

After Round 3 (Increase Round):

• Follow a 2-1-2-1 pattern where you place two clusters in one space and one cluster in the next, repeated around the circle, aiming for a total of 18 clusters by the end of the round.

Round 4 (Increase Round):

• The pattern here is two clusters in one space, followed by one cluster in each of the next two spaces, continuing around to achieve 24 clusters.

Round 5 (Final Increase Round):

• The sequence changes to two clusters in one space, and one cluster in each of the next three spaces. You should have 30 clusters at the end of this round.

In Rounds 6, 7, and 8:

• Work one cluster in each space all around, maintaining the 30 clusters, which shapes the cap.

Transitioning to the Brim:

Preparation for the Brim:

• Ensure the cap's height is about 5.5 inches from the top of the crown down to where the brim will start.

Hook Size Adjustment:

• If creating for a woman, consider switching to a smaller hook size for a tighter brim, unless the head size is larger or the yarn is thinner.

Creating the Band:

Band Rounds 1-5:

• Work single crochets all around the base of the cap, increasing the stitch number briefly to adjust for the brim sizing. The goal is to achieve a snug fit that forms the foundation of the brim.

Forming the Brim:

Brim Introduction:

• Use two strands of yarn for increased thickness and start creating the brim in rows, not rounds, to avoid a height difference at the seam.

Brim Construction:

• The brim is built across a series of rows with increases at certain points to mimic the curved edge of a traditional baseball cap brim. This section requires careful attention to maintaining even stitch counts for symmetry.

Finishing Rounds for the Brim:

• Conclude with a reverse single crochet around the entire hat for a polished edge.