The Beginner Cat Ear Crochet Beanie is the perfect blend of cozy, cute, and incredibly easy to make. Designed with beginners in mind, this playful hat adds a fun cat-ear twist without any complicated shaping.
Whether you’re gearing up for fall and winter or looking for an adorable handmade gift, this beanie is a crowd-pleaser that works up quickly and looks great in any color.
Free pattern by Victoria Pietz from Pattern Princess
One of the best things about this pattern is how simple the construction is. Just crochet a rectangle, seam it into a tube, and sew a quick diagonal line at each corner to form the ears naturally.
The single crochet ribbing in medium-weight yarn gives the hat a stretchy, comfortable fit while keeping the look clean and stylish. With three sizes included (Child, Teen/Small Adult, and Adult), you can make one for everyone in the family.
This pattern is also packed with helpful learning tools. A detailed photo tutorial walks you through each step, and video tutorials are available for both right- and left-handed crocheters.
The stitches are truly beginner-friendly, making this a confidence-building project whether you’re on your first hat or your fiftieth.
Fast, fun, and endlessly customizable, this cat ear beanie is perfect for gifts, craft markets, or your own cold-weather wardrobe. If you love simple patterns that deliver adorable results, this is a must-make accessory you’ll come back to again and again.
Victoria Pietz from Pattern Princess
Skill Level
Easy – confident beginner
Gauge
Approximately 14 stitches and 19 rows every 4 inches.
Size
This pattern is available in three sizes
- Child = 8 X 10 inches
- Teen/Small Adult = 9 X 11 inches
- Adult = 11 X 18 inches
Materials
Yarn. Furls Fiber Arts Wander Acrylic Yarn, #4 medium weight, 120 yards each skein.
I used the colors Moonbean and Breathe.
- Child = 8 X 10 inches, plan on approximately 120 yards.
- Teen/Small Adult = 9 X 11 inches, plan on approximately 150 yards.
- Adult = 11 X 18 inches, plan on approximately 200 yards.
Supplies
Size H Crochet Hook 5.0mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Tape Measure
