Creating amigurumi is one of my absolute favorite hobbies. It’s a fantastic way to combine my love for crocheting with my affinity for cute, whimsical designs. This time of year, I’m particularly excited to craft a cheerful amigurumi Santa hat! 🎅 The joy of transforming a simple ball of yarn into a delightful little creation is unmatched. Picture this: a tiny, charming Santa hat, complete with a fluffy pom-pom on top, ready to bring festive cheer to any cozy nook or cranny. It’s these small, imaginative projects that bring such a warm holiday spirit into the home.
The process of crafting an amigurumi Santa hat is both engaging and rewarding. The best part is how accessible it is, even for beginners. With just a few basic crochet stitches like single crochet and increases, and a tiny bit of patience, anyone can bring their own adorable Santa hat to life. 🎨 I love selecting the perfect shades of red and white yarn, ensuring they capture that classic holiday look. Whether I’m curling up with a mug of cocoa or sharing the joy with fellow crafters, each stitch brings me closer to the finished piece. It’s a delightful journey of creativity, where every loop and knot is woven with the magic of the season.
🎅 Amigurumi Santa Hat Crochet Pattern
Get into the holiday spirit with this adorable Amigurumi Santa Hat on the Head! 🎄 This cute ball-shaped character features a classic red and white Santa hat with a fluffy pom-pom, a tiny snout-like nose, and shiny safety eyes that bring it to life. It’s perfect as a festive ornament, stocking stuffer, or cheerful desk buddy to brighten up the season! ❄️❤️
✨ Skill Level
Beginner – Simple shaping and color changes.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 4 inches (10 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn:
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Color A: Light skin tone (head)
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Color B: Red (hat)
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Color C: White (hat trim and pom-pom)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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10–12 mm black safety eyes
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Tapestry needle
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Polyfill stuffing
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Scissors
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Stitch marker
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🎁 Head Base (Ball)
With Color A (Skin tone):
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–12. sc around (36)
– Insert safety eyes between Rnds 9–10, approx. 7 sts apart
– Stuff firmly -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO, weave tail to close.
👃 Nose
With Color A:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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sc around (6)
FO, leave a tail and sew between the eyes on the head.
🎅 Santa Hat
Hat Cone – With Color B:
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MR, 4 sc (4)
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(1 sc, inc) x2 (6)
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sc around (6)
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(2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
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sc around (8)
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(3 sc, inc) x2 (10)
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sc around (10)
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(4 sc, inc) x2 (12)
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sc around (12)
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(5 sc, inc) x2 (14)
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sc around (14)
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(6 sc, inc) x2 (16)
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sc around (16)
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(7 sc, inc) x2 (18)
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sc around (18)
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Switch to Color C
17–18. sc around (18)
FO and leave a long tail to sew onto the head.
❄️ Pom-Pom
With Color C:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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sc around (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and weave tail to close. Sew to tip of the hat.
✂️ Assembly
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Sew the Santa hat onto the top of the head, slightly tilted for charm.
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Attach the pom-pom securely at the tip of the hat.
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Sew the nose between the eyes.
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Weave in all ends.
💡 Customization Tips
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Add a loop to the top for hanging as a tree ornament.
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Embroider rosy cheeks or a smile.
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Use sparkly yarn for the white trim and pom-pom for extra festive flair!
This little Santa buddy is ready to spread joy and jingle cheer all season long! 🎁🎅
