This festive granny square features a bright red Santa hat with a fluffy white brim and pompom, set on a solid green background. It is simple to make and perfect for Christmas blankets, pillows, stockings, and ornaments.
The square is made in two parts. First you crochet the green square, then you make the hat pieces and sew them on top for a raised, textured look.
Materials
Worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn in green, about 30 g
Worsted weight yarn in red, about 12 g
Worsted weight yarn in cream or white, about 10 g
Crochet hook 4.0 mm
Tapestry needle, scissors, and stitch markers
Finished Size
About 15 by 15 cm (6 by 6 inches)
Stitches Used (US Terms)
ch chain
sl st slip stitch
sc single crochet
hdc half double crochet
dc double crochet
sc2tog single crochet two together
FPhdc front post half double crochet
Part 1: The Green Square
Chain 4 and join with a slip stitch to form a ring.
Round 1: Chain 3 (counts as a double crochet), work 2 double crochet in the ring, chain 2. Then work 3 double crochet and chain 2 three more times. Join. You have 4 corners.
Round 2: Slip stitch into the corner space. Chain 3 and work 2 double crochet, chain 2, and 3 double crochet in the same space. Then work double crochet in each stitch along the side, and in each corner space work 3 double crochet, chain 2, and 3 double crochet. Join.
Rounds 3 to 7: Repeat Round 2. Work double crochet in every stitch along the sides and 3 double crochet, chain 2, and 3 double crochet in every corner. This makes a solid square with small openings at the corners, just like the photo.
Round 8: Chain 1 and work single crochet in each stitch around, with 3 single crochet in each corner space. Join and fasten off.
Your square should measure about 15 cm across. Add or remove a round if needed.
Part 2: The Red Hat
With red, chain 21.
Row 1: Single crochet in the 2nd chain from the hook and in each chain across. Turn. You have 20 stitches.
Rows 2 and 3: Chain 1, single crochet in each stitch across. Turn.
Row 4: Chain 1, single crochet 2 together, single crochet across to the end. Turn. You have 19 stitches.
Row 5: Chain 1, single crochet across to the last 2 stitches, then single crochet 2 together. Turn.
Rows 6 to 14: Repeat Rows 4 and 5. Decrease more on one side than the other so the tip leans to the right, like the photo. Stop when 3 stitches remain.
Rows 15 and 16: Chain 1 and single crochet in each of the 3 stitches. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Part 3: The Hat Brim (cream)
Chain 23.
Row 1: Half double crochet in the 3rd chain from the hook and in each chain across. Turn. You have 21 stitches.
Row 2: Chain 2 and work front post half double crochet around each stitch across. This gives the brim its thick, ribbed texture.
Row 3: Chain 2 and work half double crochet in each stitch across. Fasten off and leave a long tail.
Part 4: The Pompom (cream)
Chain 4 and join into a ring.
Round 1: Chain 1 and work 10 single crochet in the ring. Join.
Round 2: In each stitch, work a small puff by pulling up 3 loops and closing them together, with chain 1 between. Join and fasten off. This makes a textured flower shaped pompom like the one in the photo.
Assembly
Place the red hat on the green square with the wide edge near the bottom and the tip toward the upper right corner.
Sew the hat in place with the red tail using small whip stitches.
Sew the brim across the bottom of the hat so it covers the lower edge.
Sew the pompom to the tip of the hat.
Weave in all ends on the back.
Blocking
Lightly dampen the square, pin it flat with sharp corners, and let it dry. Avoid pressing the brim and pompom so they stay raised.
Ways to Use Your Santa Hat Square
Join 20 or more squares for a festive Christmas blanket.
Sew two squares together over a cushion insert for a holiday pillow.
Attach one square to the front of a plain stocking or gift bag.
Make a single square with a hanging loop as a large tree ornament.
Join a row of squares for a Christmas table runner.
Tips for Success
Count your stitches after each round of the green square so the sides stay straight.
Use a slightly smaller hook for the brim if it looks loose.
Pin the hat in place before sewing so you can check the position.
Final Thoughts
This Santa hat square is quick, fun, and a great way to use leftover holiday yarn. Mix it with plain red and white squares for a classic Christmas blanket your family will love for years. Share your finished squares in the comments below. We would love to see them!