8 Free St. Patrick’s Day Hat Patterns

These St. Patrick’s Day hat patterns will keep your ears warm till spring arrives! A few can even help you avoid being pinched on March 17.

This collection includes crochet and knitting patterns featuring shamrocks and rainbows as well as those inspired by pots of gold and leprechauns. They’re all designed by independent knitters and crocheters. Best of all, they’re all free!

☘️ Shamrocks ☘️

Dueling Clovers Hat [Crochet]

Nothing says St. Patrick’s Day like a lucky shamrock! This crocheted cap features two.

This pattern is available in four sizes: toddler, child, teen, and adult.

Available for free at Knit Paint Sew.

Shower of Shamrocks [Knit]

This pattern incorporates a repeating shamrock motif for maximum luck!

This pattern is available in four sizes: toddler, child, teen, and adult.

Available for free at Wise Owl Knits. (Also check out the Shamrock Headband!)

☘️ Leprechauns ☘️

Lucky Leprechaun Beanie [Crochet]

The Lucky Leprechaun Beanie is a bright green cap with colorwork in a classic leprechaun’s belt buckle.

This crochet pattern includes two versions in three sizes (toddler, child, and adult), so you can find the perfect fit!

Available for free at Simply Hooked by Janet.

Leprechaun Kids’ Hat [Knit]

This kids’ hat features a rolled brim and colorwork in a classic leprechaun’s belt buckle.

This pattern is available in two sizes (kids’ S/M and kids’ M/L), but can easily be adapted to fit an adult.

Available for free at Gina Michele.

☘️ Rainbows ☘️

C2C Rainbow Hat [Crochet]

This is a great pattern for crocheters new to C2C. This hat is worked flat and seamed. The unicorn topper is optional!

This pattern is available in one size (large child).

Available for free at Nicki’s Homemade Crafts.

Rainbow Ladders Hat [Knit]

This hat includes classic rainbow colors. (Pot of gold not included!)

It is available in two sizes, kid and adult. It works up quickly in bulky yarn.

Available at At Yarn’s Length.

☘️ Pots of Gold ☘️

30-Minute Basic Beanie [Crochet]

This pot of gold can be crocheted in under an hour!

It is available in one size (adult).

Available as a free Ravelry download from Diane Serviss.

March Hat [Knit]

This golden hat is a treasure! It is knit with three different sized needles and incorporates seersucker stitch for texture.

It is available in one size (adult).

Available as a free Ravelry download from Meghan Babin.

Which of these St. Patrick’s Day hat patterns is your favorite?