This is a collection of some awesome messy bun hat crochet patterns!
As the weather turns colder, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of a warm and cozy hat. And if you’re someone who loves to rock a messy bun hairstyle, you’re in luck! Crochet messy bun hats have become a popular trend in the world of fashion, providing a stylish and practical solution for those who want to keep their head and ears warm while still showing off their locks.
I am a huge fan of messy bun beanies. Once crochet ponytail hats came on the scene, I became an instant fan. It is a great way for anyone to wear their hair back while also wearing a handmade crochet hat!
These messy bun hats also make for perfect gifts for a teenager or busy mom. Crochet messy bun beanies are also a great addition to sell at craft shows or holiday markets.

About The Collection
This collection below has a nice variety for you to look through. These messy bun hats use worsted weight yarn, bulky weight yarn or super bulky weight yarn.
Some include using an elastic as part of the bun opening and others do not use an elastic. That makes it nice for you to choose what style you want to try out.
A lot of these messy bun hats are free patterns. There are a couple that are paid only patterns. Like I mentioned earlier, I wanted to make sure there was a decent variety of styles.
Many of these crochet bun hat patterns will also be on the easy side. A handful will be an Intermediate difficulty.
With the right crochet skills and a bit of creativity, you can make your own cozy and stylish messy bun hat for free! In this article, I’ve compiled a list of some of the best free crochet messy bun hat patterns available online, so grab your yarn and hook, and let’s get started!
You can click on the link and read a little bit about each pattern and decide whether you want to attempt to crochet that specific one.
Click on the title name of the pattern or the photo. Doing that will take you to the patterns website. I hope you like these messy bun hat crochet patterns!
Leave a comment at the bottom of this post letting me know if you found a favorite!
1. Beginner Messy Bun Hat – Ambassador Crochet
This hat uses a worsted weight yarn. It also has the option for you to use a hair elastic with it or to make it without the elastic. It is worked top down.

2. Santa Slouch & Bun Hat – Blackstone Designs
This is a fun holiday hat design that includes several design options. It uses a worsted weight yarn and this one is a paid pattern.

3. Adult Cabled Messy Bun Hat – A Crocheted Simplicity
This bun hat has a nice classic winter look to it. Using an elastic is optional and this pattern also uses a worsted weight yarn. A video tutorial is included to help you with this pattern.

4. Simple Chunky 2 Tone Bun Hat – Simply Hooked by Janet
This hat is worked top down and in the back loop only. This Ponytail hat does not require an elastic and it uses a bulky weight yarn. Make it 2 tone or use just 1 color.

5. 1 Hour Viral Bun Hat – Made With A Twist
This is the bun hat that started it all! It uses a super bulky weight yarn and works up in an hour or less.

6. Love My Messy Bun for Kids – Ambassador Crochet
This is the child version of an adult messy bun hat by Ambassador Crochet. It uses worsted weight yarn and includes 2 child sizes.

7. Messy Bun Ponytail Hat Pattern – Simply Hooked by Janet
This fun looking bun hat is quite simple. It is worked bottom up and in a continuous spiral after the band. It uses a bulky weight yarn.

8. Diamonds Messy Bun Hat – A Crocheted Simplicity
This is such a nice feminine bun hat that uses worsted weight yarn. This hat also has 4 different sizes!

9. The Studio Bun Hat – Dora Does
This bun hat uses a worsted weight yarn and is also does not use a hair elastic. A simple textured bun hat.

10. Kaydence Ponytail Hat – Made With A Twist
This is a fun hounds tooth pattern that uses a super bulky weight yarn. There are links to the paid pattern for this within the linked post.

11. Winding Ridges Messy Bun Hat – Simply Hooked by Janet
A textured bun hat that uses a bulky weight yarn. This is worked bottom up and does not use an elastic.

12. Malia Messy Bun Beanie – Yarn + Chai
A perfect winter beanie with some great texture. This one does use an elastic and is worked mostly in rows.

13. Slick’s Bonanza Hats – Trifles & Treasures
This awesome hat can be made as a beanie, ponytail hat or messy bun. It can also be made in child or teen/adult sizes. You will also need a worsted weight yarn for this one. It is a paid pattern.

14. Polar Puff Bun Hat – The Loopy Lamb
This bun hat is worked from the bottom up and uses fun puff stitches. It also uses a bulky weight yarn.

15. North Shore Hat Toddler – Stitching Together
This is a nice textured hat for toddlers that uses a worsted weight yarn. This includes instructions for a regular hat and messy bun hat.

Don’t forget to leave a comment below letting me know if you have a favorite and who you plan on making a hat for!
This finalizes this collection of beautiful messy bun hat crochet patterns.
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