The Rustic Diamond Hat is a simple and versatile crochet beanie pattern that features a simple repeating diamond cluster stitch design! Make it your new favorite hat with this cozy free pattern on Moogly!
This pattern was originally published in November 2020 and has been repolished and reposted in January 2025.
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Quick and Cozy in Bulky Yarn
Patons Alpaca Blend is a tactile roving style yarn with a gorgeous halo. You can see my video review of Alpaca Blend here! It's a bulky weight yarn, made of 60% Acrylic 22% Wool 10% Nylon 8% Alpaca, so this hat works up quickly.
In this gorgeous Yam colorway, I find the stitching irresistible and so perfect for cooler weather! But there are lots of colors to choose from, so you can make this beanie in your favorite shade. Create your own flawless look!
Customize it Just for You
In addition to picking your color, you can customize the Rustic Diamond Hat with the amount of slouch! The stitch pattern repeats so you can add (or subtract) rows to get a perfect fit for you. Prefer it without the Diamond relief pattern? Just use hdc sts throughout! For a longer or shorter brim, just add or subtract chains from the first row of the brim. With the video tutorials, this pattern is great for adventurous beginners on up!
And then there's the Pompom! Pick your favorite pom material, size, color, or skip it altogether. Add buttons, a leather tag, whatever makes you happy. For mask wearers, add a button to each side to hook your mask on while keeping your ears warm! Don't forget to add it to your Pinterest crochet board!
Rustic Diamond Hat
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US - K, 6.5 mm - Furls Crochet Hook
or the hook size that gets you to the crochet gauge shown below
125-200 yds Patons Alpaca Blend (5–Bulky/UK: 12-14 ply; 142 m/155 yds; 100g/3.5oz)
Colorway Shown: Yam (1 (2) balls)
This yarn is also available on Amazon US.
Large Snap-On Pom (optional)
Buttons, tags etc (optional)
Coats and Clark Sewing Thread and sewing needle (if needed)
Gauge: 4.5" diameter after Rnd 4
Size: Teen/Adult - 22"(Large Adult - 24")
Helpful Links & Tutorials
Rustic Diamond Hat Video Tutorial
SPECIAL STITCHES:
cluster: yo and insert hook around indicated st as for a front post stitch, yo and pull up loop, yo and pull through 2 loops (2 loops rem on hook), yo and insert hook around same st as for a front post st, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through 2 loops, yo and pull through last 3 loops to finish st.
slst2tog: slip stitch two together - insert hook in next st, yo and pull up a loop, insert hook in next st, yo and pull loop through stitch and through 2 loops on hook.
NOTES:
To make this pattern in a different weight yarn, work the crown rounds to the desired size, always in a multiple of ten stitches.
To make this hat longer, continue with the Sides Instructions repeat in pattern (Rnds 1 - 8).
CROWN INSTRUCTIONS:
Rnd 1: Make a magic circle, ch 1, 10 hdc in the ring; join. Pull magic circle closed. (10 hdc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 hdc in each st around; join. (20 hdc)
Rnd 3: Ch 1, 2 hdc in first st, hdc in next st, *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next st; rep from * around, join. (30 hdc)
Rnd 4: Ch 1, hdc in first 2 sts, 2 hdc in next st, *hdc in next 2 sts, 2 hdc in next st; rep from * around, join. (40 hdc)
Rnd 5: Ch 1, hdc in first st, 2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 2 sts, *hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 2 sts; rep from * around, join. (50 hdc)
Rnd 6: Ch 1, hdc in first 4 sts, 2 hdc in next st, *hdc in next 4 sts, 2 hdc in next st; rep from * around, join. (60 hdc)
FOR TEEN/ADULT SIZE STOP HERE AND GO TO SIDES INSTRUCTIONS
Rnd 7 (LARGE ADULT SIZE ONLY): Ch 1, hdc in first 2 sts, 2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 3 sts, *hdc in next 2 sts, 2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 3 sts; rep from * around, join. (70 hdc)
SIDES INSTRUCTIONS
Rnd 1: Ch 1, hdc in first 2 sts, cluster in next st, hdc in next 4 sts, cluster in next st, hdc in next 2 sts, *hdc in the next 2 sts, cluster in next st, hdc in next 4 sts, cluster in next st, hdc in next 2 sts; rep from * around, join.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, hdc in first 6 sts, [cluster in next st, hdc in next st] twice, *hdc in the next 6 sts, [cluster in next st, hdc in next st] twice; rep from * around, join.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, hdc in first 5 sts, cluster in next st, [hdc in next st, cluster in next st] twice, *hdc in next 5 sts, cluster in next st, [hdc in next st, cluster in next st] twice; rep from * around, join.
Rnd 4: Rep Rnd 2.
Rnd 5: Rep Rnd 1.
Rnd 6: Ch 1, hdc in first st, cluster in next st, hdc in next st, cluster in next st, hdc in next 6 sts, *[hdc in next st, cluster in next st] twice, hdc in next 6 sts; rep from * around, join.
Rnd 7: Ch 1, cluster in first st, [hdc in next st, cluster in next st] twice, hdc in next 5 sts, *cluster in next st, [hdc in next st, cluster in next st] twice, hdc in next 5 sts; rep from * around, join.
Rnd 8: Rep Rnd 6.
Rnd 9: Rep Rnd 1.
FOR TEEN/ADULT SIZE STOP HERE AND GO TO SIDES INSTRUCTIONS or continue in pattern for a longer hat.
Rnd 10 (LARGE ADULT SIZE ONLY): Rep Rnd 2.
BRIM INSTRUCTIONS
Set-Up Rnd: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join.
Row 1: Ch 7, skip ch closest to the hook, sc in each rem ch, slst2tog in next 2 Set-Up Rnd sts; turn. (6 sc)
Row 2: Skip the slst2tog, blo sc in each sc across; turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, blo sc in each sc across, slst2tog in next 2 Set-Up Rnd sts; turn.
Repeat Rows 2 and 3 around, finishing on Row 2 rep.
Sew the brim together using the whip stitch, joining first and last rows. Be sure to work into the BLO of the last row to maintain the ribbed look.
Weave in ends. Add poms or decorations as desired.
LOOKING FOR MORE?
Are you looking for more free crochet hat patterns? I have lots! You can browse them all here on Moogly or for even more inspiration, search my crochet patterns on Ravelry. Some of my recent designs include the Smokestack Hat, Trenta Hood, Hygge Cloud Hat, Warmth Horizon Hat, and Diamond Hat!
If the Rustic Diamond Hat pattern inspires you to make your own project, and you post a photo on social media, be sure to tag me @mooglyblog or #mooglyblog so I can check it out too! Happy crocheting!
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Flo says
I just finished this hat . I made a scarf to go with it. I love the pattern. It was easy to follow and the hat is so cute. Thank you for sharing. I used Caron Simply Soft Sienna
Tamara Kelly says
I'm so glad you like it! Thank you!