Crochet Santa Hat Ornament

Crochet Santa Hat Ornament Recipe

Materials Needed:

• Red, white, and green yarn (medium weight)
• 3.0mm crochet hook
• Polyester stuffing (for the pom-pom)
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

Abbreviations:

• MR: Magic Ring
• SC: Single Crochet
• HDC: Half Double Crochet
• INC: Increase (2 SC in one stitch)
• SL ST: Slip Stitch

Steps:
Hat Base:

1. With red yarn, create a MR and work 6 SC into it (6).
2. INC in each stitch around (12).
3. [1 SC, INC] around (18).
4. [2 SC, INC] around (24).
5. Continue increasing in this pattern until you reach 36 stitches.
6. Work 8 rows of SC around to form the height of the hat.

Brim:

1. Switch to white yarn.
2. Work 2 rows of HDC around.
3. For a textured brim, use the front loop only (FLO) for the first row.

Pom-Pom:

1. Use white yarn to create a fluffy pom-pom, either with a pom-pom maker or by wrapping yarn around your fingers.
2. Attach the pom-pom securely to the tip of the hat.

Holly Leaf and Berries:

1. With green yarn, chain 6. Work 1 SC, 1 HDC, 2 DC, 1 HDC, and 1 SC back along the chain to form a leaf. Repeat for a second leaf.
2. Using red yarn, create 2-3 small berries by crocheting 4 SC into a MR.

Assembly:

1. Attach the holly leaves and berries to the white brim of the hat.
2. Add a loop at the top of the pom-pom with red yarn for hanging.

This Crochet Santa Hat Ornament is a delightful way to celebrate the holidays, showcasing your creativity and bringing a cozy, handmade charm to your decor.

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