Jolly Elf Hat Applique Crochet Pattern
A Festive Fun Project

T'is the season to start crocheting some cute Christmas projects! I'm really into appliqués these days... just in the mood for some fun and quick festive projects I can do in a short sitting. I've been wanting to work up an Elf hat appliqué, one that's simple and can be added to a Christmas blanket, a cute baby jacket, or just on its own as an advents calendar surprise!

Creative Ways to Use Your Elf Hat Appliqué

A Mini Elf Hat crochet applique can be used in various ways to add a festive touch to your projects. Here are some ideas:

Decorations:

• Christmas tree ornaments: Attach a pom-pom to the tip of the hat and hang it on your Christmas tree.
• Gift tags: Sew or glue the applique onto gift tags for a personalized touch.
• Garland: Create a festive garland by attaching multiple Christmas hats to a string.
• Home decor: Embellish pillows, blankets, or curtains with the applique.

Clothing and Accessories:

• Hats: Sew the applique onto a beanie or other winter hat.
• Scarves: Add a festive touch to a scarf by attaching the applique.
• Bags: Decorate tote bags or purses with the applique.
• T-shirts or sweaters: Apply the applique to a shirt or sweater for a fun holiday look.

Cards and Crafts:

• Christmas cards: Use the applique as a focal point on handmade Christmas cards.
• Scrapbooking: Add the applique to scrapbook pages as a decorative element.
• Gift wrapping: Use the applique to decorate gift wrap for a festive touch.
• Gift tags: Glue onto gift tags for a handmade touch. 

These are just a few ideas, but the possibilities are endless! The applique can be customized with different colors, sizes, and details to fit your personal style.

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Materials Needed

• DK or weight 3 yarn (acrylic or cotton) in red and green (Colors A & B). I used Paintbox Yarns Simply DK which comes in a 5 Ball Color Pack
• Crochet hook that fits your yarn. For this project I used a 3 mm hook.
• A tapestry needle
• A pair of scissors

Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• sc2tog = single crochet 2 together (decrease)
• picot = ch 2, sl st to the first ch
• st = stitch
• sts = stitches
• fo = fasten off

Skill Level

Beginner

Gauge

Gauge: 10 sc and 12 rows with a 3 mm crochet hook = 5 cm (2.5").

Size

Height by width = (7 cm x 5 cm) (2.8 inches x 2 inches)

Yardage

Approx. = 8-10 meters (8.75 to 11 yards)

Notes

- You can make the pattern slightly larger or smaller by changing the type of yarn and/or hook size. 

- Numbers at the end of each row (in brackets) indicate the number of final stitches in that row. 

- Please note that I use US crochet terms. Here's a US/UK Conversion Chart.

Crochet Elf Gift Tags (PDF Printable)

If you're crocheting this Elf Hat to give away as a gift or to sell at a craft market, here are some PDF printable Elf Gift Tags for you.

Elf Hat Appliqué Pattern Instructions

Hat

The instructions below are for a red hat with a green brim. Switch colors if you'd like a green hat with a red brim.

Row 1: With Green (Color A), tie a slip knot on your hook. Ch 11 (11).

Row 2: sc into the second ch from your hook. sc into each stitch along to the end of the row. Turn. Do not cut yarn (10).

Row 3: Drop your green yarn, but keep it attached (do not cut). Join red yarn (Color B) to the end of Row 2, scblo to the end of the row. Turn. (10).

Note: Do not chain 1 when starting a new row. Work into both front and back loops from now on.

Row 4: sc2tog, sc to the end of the row. Turn. (9).

Row 5: sc to the end of the row. Turn. (9).

Row 6: sc2tog, sc to the end of the row. Turn. (8).

Row 7: sc to the end of the row. Turn. (8).

Row 8: sc2tog, sc to the end of the row. Turn. (7).

Row 9: sc to the end of the row. Turn. (7).

Row 10: sc2tog, sc to the end of the row. Turn. (6).

Row 11: sc to the end of the row. Turn. (6).

Row 12: sc2tog, sc to the end of the row. Turn. (5).

Row 13: sc to the end of the row. Turn. (5).

Row 14: sc2tog, sc to the end of the row. Turn. (4).

Row 15: sc to the end of the row. Turn. (4).

Row 16: sc2tog, sc to the end of the row. Turn. (3).

Row 17: sc to the end of the row. Turn. (3).

Row 18: sc2tog, sc to the end of the row. Turn. (2).

Leave a 4" tail, cut red yarn and fasten off.

Green Edges

Turn your project to face the front and insert your hook into the front loop of the last sc of Row 2 keeping the beginning green yarn tail on your right.

With the green yarn that's still attached, repeat the following [ ] to the end of the Row:

[ch 2, sl st to the first ch (picot), sl st to the front loop of the next 2 sts]. Repeat 5 times to the end of the Row. You should have 5 picot 'bumps'.

Leave a 4" tail, cut green yarn and fasten off.

Pom Pom

With green yarn, tie a slip knot on your hook, ch 5, sl st to the first chain to join. Leaving a 4" tail, cut your yarn and fasten off.

Sew your pom pom to the top of your elf hat with the remaining yarn tails.

Weave in ends at the back of your appliqué or use them to attach your applique to another project. Cut off excess.

Now that you're done, you can use your Elf Hat as a Christmas Tree ornament, applique on clothing, or glue to your Christmas Cards this year.

I hope you liked this tutorial, here are some more festive hat appliqués for you to try: