When I saw the adorable little girl’s strawberry hat in Squid Game, Season 2, I knew I had to create my own version! This lightweight and whimsical hat is perfect for toddlers, adding charm and practicality to any summer wardrobe. Whether you’re crafting it for your child or as a thoughtful handmade gift, this hat is sure to bring smiles and summer vibes wherever it goes.

Below, you’ll find the instructions to crochet the hat portion only. If you’d like to complete the look with the charming stem inspired by the same iconic design, you can purchase the full pattern, including the stem instructions, for just $4.

Materials You’ll Need

Light-weight, cotton yarn in the main color (red, pink, or your favorite strawberry shade
Crochet hook (recommended size: 5.0 mm or size to meet gauge)
Stitch markers (optional)
Scissors and yarn needle

Strawberry Hat Pattern

Round 1: Magic circle, chain 1, and work 12 hdc into the circle. Join with a slip stitch. (12 stitches)

Round 2: Chain 1. Work 2 hdc into each stitch around. Join. (24 stitches)

Round 3: Chain 1. Hdc in the next stitch, 2 hdc in the next stitch. Repeat from * to * around. Join. (36 stitches)

Round 4: Chain 1. Hdc in the next 2 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch. Repeat from * to * around. Join. (48 stitches)

Round 5: Chain 1. Hdc in the next 3 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch. Repeat from * to * around. Join. (60 stitches)

Round 6: Chain 1. Hdc in each stitch around. Join. (60 stitches)

Round 7: Chain 1. Hdc in the next 4 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch. Repeat from * to * around. Join. (72 stitches)

Round 8: Chain 1. Hdc in each stitch around. Join. (72 stitches)

Round 9: Chain 1. Hdc in the next 5 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch. Repeat from * to * around. Join. (84 stitches)

Rounds 10-19: Chain 1. Hdc in each stitch around. Join. (84 stitches)

Round 20: Chain 1. Work in the back loops only. Hdc in the next stitch, hdc2tog in the next. Repeat from * to * around. Join.

Round 21: Chain 1. Hdc in the next 2 stitches, hdc2tog in the next. Repeat from * to * around. Join.

Round 22: Chain 1. Hdc in the next 3 stitches, hdc2tog in the next. Repeat from * to * around. Join.

Round 23: Chain 1. Hdc in each stitch around. Join and fasten off.

Finishing the Strawberry Hat

Weave in your ends and shape the hat as needed. You now have a beautiful, toddler-sized strawberry hat base inspired by the charming design from Squid Game!

Complete the Look with the Stem

To truly replicate the iconic look, finish your Strawberry Hat with a playful, textured stem! The stem adds the perfect finishing touch and is worked using single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), and double crochet (dc) stitches.

Purchase the full pattern for just $4 to access the stem instructions and complete this adorable project!

I hope you enjoy making this fun and nostalgic summer hat! If you give it a try, I’d love to see your finished project. Share your photos in the comments or tag me on social media. Happy crocheting!