Bucket Hat Duna — Modern crochet pattern

A fresh, minimalist design with a natural texture, ideal for any time of year.
The Duna Bucket Hat combines structure, lightness, and artisanal style. It is crocheted from the crown downward in one piece, with adjustable measurements and a neat finish.

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Level

Beginner – Intermediate

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Recommended material

🔸 Weight category:

#3 Light / DK (medium) or #4 Worsted (medium-heavy) depending on the desired finish.

🔸 Type and composition:

• Spring / summer: mercerized cotton, organic cotton, or a linen blend (60–100% cotton).
  👉 Provides structure and breathability.
• Autumn / winter: blend with acrylic, viscose, or soft wool (50–70% wool or acrylic).
  👉 More flexible with a soft drape.

🔸 Suggested hook:

• DK → 4 mm
• Worsted → 4.5–5 mm

(Adjust if you prefer a firmer or looser texture.)

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Standard measurements

Part	Standard women's size	Standard men's size
Crown diameter	17 cm	18.5 cm
Body height (excluding brim)	8–9 cm	9–10 cm
Brim width	6–8 cm	7–9 cm
Total circumference (head)	55–57 cm	58–60 cm

*Based on standard CYC head circumference measurements.

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Stitches used

• Magic ring
• Single crochet (sc)
• Half double crochet (hdc)
• Increase (inc): 2 stitches in the same stitch
• Slip stitch (sl st)
• Chain (ch)

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Step-by-step pattern

1. Crown

(Work in a spiral, without joining each round)

• Magic ring.
• Round 1: 6 sc.
• Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch (12).
• Round 3: 1 sc, 1 inc repeat (18).
• Round 4: 2 sc, 1 inc (24).
• Round 5: 3 sc, 1 inc (30).
• Continue increasing according to the pattern (1 more single crochet between increases per round) until reaching:
  • 17 cm in diameter (women)
  • 18.5 cm in diameter (men)

👉 If you prefer a more rounded shape, stop 0.5–1 cm earlier.

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2. Body (straight section)

• Crochet 1 round using only the back loop to mark the transition.
• Then crochet in half double crochet (or sc if you prefer a denser texture), without increasing, until you reach:
  • 8–9 cm in height (women)
  • 9–10 cm in height (men)

👉 The half double crochet gives a modern texture, with soft lines and a touch of stretch.

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3. Brim

Resume crocheting in the round and begin increasing:

• R1: 4 sc, 1 inc repeat.
• R2: 5 sc, 1 inc repeat.
• R3: 6 sc, 1 inc repeat.
• Continue according to the yarn weight until the brim measures 6–8 cm (women) or 7–9 cm (men).

👉 To reinforce the edge:

• Crochet the last 2 rounds in sc.
• Finish with 1 round of slip stitch (sl st) to give it structure.

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4. Finishing

• Cut the yarn, leaving about 15 cm, fasten off with slip stitch, and weave in the end with a yarn needle.
• If you use cotton or linen, steam-block it to shape it.

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Idealium tips

• For a minimalist style: choose natural colors (ecru, sand, olive, light gray).
• For a modern touch: crochet a contrasting-color band on the body or brim edge to create visual contrast.
• If you use a soft fiber, insert a fishing line or thin cord into the last round of the brim to maintain its shape.
• You can replace half double crochet with centered single crochet for a more structured braided effect.

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Final result

A modern, comfortable, timeless bucket hat, with soft lines and firm texture.
The Duna design adapts to any season, crocheted with love and handmade style.