Add a cozy touch to your holiday tree with this mini beanie crochet ornament!
This easy, beginner-friendly crochet pattern uses soft acrylic yarn and a tiny pom pom for the perfect festive detail.
Complete with a hanging loop, this adorable crochet idea is quick to make and great for using up leftover yarn.
Whether you're crafting a handmade crochet gift idea or decorating your Christmas tree, these tiny hats will bring warmth and charm to your holiday season.
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If you're looking for a quick and heartwarming holiday make, the mini beanie crochet ornament is the perfect little project.
It's beginner-friendly, takes just a few minutes to create, and adds that handmade charm every Christmas tree needs.
Made with soft acrylic yarn and topped with a cute pom pom, each mini hat looks like a tiny winter accessory - cozy, cheerful, and completely irresistible.
What makes this crochet pattern so special is how easy it is to customize.
You can switch up yarn colors to match your décor or use up scraps for a fun mix-and-match look.
Add classic red and white for a traditional Christmas feel, or go modern with neutrals and pastels - the result will always be adorable.
This mini beanie crochet ornament is a fantastic crochet idea for beginners because it uses only simple stitches, works up quickly, and requires minimal materials.
It's also a wonderful way to practice tension control, color changes, and shaping - all on a tiny scale.
Beyond tree decorations, these make thoughtful crochet gift ideas. Attach one to a wrapped present, turn them into garlands, or tuck a few into Christmas cards for a handmade surprise.
With the soft texture of acrylic yarn and the pop of a fluffy pom pom, these little beanies are sure to spread holiday cheer.
Whether you make one or a dozen, this pattern is a joyful reminder that sometimes the smallest projects bring the biggest smiles.
Why You'll Love This Pattern
- Beginner-friendly crochet pattern
- Works up in just minutes
- Perfect crochet gift idea for Christmas
- Uses leftover yarn scraps
- Customizable colors and pom pom styles
- Adorable and fun crochet idea for festive décor
Materials Needed
Yarn
- #4 medium yarn (also known as worsted, Afgan, Aran, or 10 ply) with 11 WPI*
- You need about 0.30 ounces (8 grams) of yarn.
- You will need about 13 yards (12 metres) of yarn.
Hook
- 3.5 mm hook
Other
- Mini pom pom (store-bought or handmade)
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
*Wraps per inch (WPI) - this is a measure of yarn thickness. To measure WPI, count how many times the yarn wraps around a ruler in one inch. There are more wraps for thinner yarn and fewer wraps for thicker yarn.
Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms
- Ch - Chain
- Dc - Double Crochet
- Blo - Back loop only
- St/s - Stitch/es
- [ ] at the end of each row indicates how many stitches are needed in that row.
Gauge
Gauge is not too important for this project
Finished Size
2 inches x 2 inches (5 cm x 5 cm) does not include hanging loop or pom pom.
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Instructions
Foundation: Ch15.
Row 1: 1 dc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 dc in each ch until you reach the end. Turn [14 dc].
Row 2: Ch2, 1 dc blo in 1st st, 1 dc blo in each st until you reach the end. Turn. [14 dc].
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Row 3 - 10: Repeat row 2. After row 10, the rectangle piece should be about 4.5 inches (11 cm) long. Do not fasten off.
Shaping the beanie:
Step 1: With the right side facing up, join the short edges of the piece by sl st the two sides together. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing and for making a hanging loop. It is best to make it longer then you think.
Step 2: Thread the long tail end onto a needle, make a running stitch along one of the open edges.
Pull on the running stitch to cinch the side closed. Fasten off, and turn your beanie inside out so that the right side is now facing out.
Make a hanging loop with the remaining yarn (you could thread a pom pom onto the yarn before doing this and then make the hanging loop), knot to secure it. Weave in any ends.
Instead of a pom pom you could add a bead to the hanging loop.
*** If you want a slightly wider beanie, add an extra row before sewing it together.
Crochet Tips, Yarn Choices, and Color Inspiration
- Acrylic yarn works great - it's soft, holds shape, and easy to wash
- You could alternatively use cotton yarn, but you will need to adjust the hook you use. The final crochet beanie may be a different size as well.
- Try holiday colors like red, green, and white
- Use metallic yarn for a sparkle effect
- Mix and match pom pom colors for fun variety
- Perfect stash-buster crochet pattern for small yarn leftovers
FAQ
Yes! Use thicker yarn and a larger hook for a slightly bigger hat.
No - you can finish the top with a simple loop or bead instead.
Absolutely. The mini beanie crochet ornament uses basic stitches and simple shaping, perfect for new crocheters.
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