This Dutch Cap Crochet Pattern is a delightful and unique design, originally published in Easy to Make Hats, Scarves, and Accessories by The Spool Cotton Company Book No. 192 (1943). This vintage accessory has been updated with modernized instructions to suit today’s crochet enthusiasts while retaining the charm and elegance of its original style. Perfect for those who appreciate timeless fashion, this pattern creates a striking cap that’s both stylish and practical.
The intricate shaping of the crown and the structured brim give this cap its distinctive look, making it a standout piece for any wardrobe. Crafted with a lightweight thread and a durable crochet technique, the pattern ensures a comfortable and lasting accessory. Whether worn casually or paired with vintage-inspired outfits, this cap offers endless versatility and adds a touch of classic sophistication.
Appropriate for intermediate crocheters, this pattern is both engaging and rewarding, with clear steps that guide you through shaping the crown, forming the brim, and finishing the cap. The thoughtful design makes it a joy to crochet, and the finished piece is sure to be a conversation starter. Whether recreating this cap for yourself or as a unique gift, this pattern is a beautiful nod to vintage fashion brought to life with modern techniques.
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This pattern is transformed, adapted, and expanded from a public domain design originally published in Easy to Make Hats, Scarves and Accessories by The Spool Cotton Company Book No. 192 (1943). While the original design is in the public domain, the rewritten instructions and supplementary content on this site are © Tiffany Bliss Mullins, 2025. All rights reserved. Have questions about this pattern, public domain, or copyright? Visit the FAQ page for answers and resources.
Dutch Cap Crochet Pattern
Materials:
- J. & P. Coats Knit-Cro-Sheen (size 10 crochet thread), 2 balls in any color – you will be dividing these balls in half (essentially having 4 half balls) then you will use a strand from each ball and crochet with 4 strands together.
- Alternatively you could use a worsted weight size 4 yarn.
- Bone Crochet Hook No. 6
Gauge:
- 5 double crochets (dc) = 1 inch
- 2 rows = 1 1/8 inches
Preparation if using size 10 crochet thread:
Before beginning, wind each ball of thread in half to create four balls of thread. Then Take thread from each ball. Use all 4 threads held together throughout the pattern.
Crown:
- Starting at the tip of the crown:
- Chain (ch) 4. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to form a ring.
- 1st Round:
- Ch 3 (counts as the first double crochet, dc), work 10 dc into the ring. Do not join rounds. (11 dc total)
- 2nd Round:
- Work 2 dc into the 3rd ch of the starting ch-3, 1 dc in the next dc, 2 dc in the next dc. Repeat from * around. (17 dc total)
- 3rd and 4th Rounds:
- Work 2 dc in the next dc, 1 dc in the next dc. Repeat from * around. (39 dc at the end of Round 4)
- 5th Round:
- Work 1 dc in each dc around. (No increases)
- 6th Round:
- Work 1 dc in each dc around to the last dc, then make 3 dc in the last dc. This marks the center back of the cap.
- 7th Round:
- Work 1 dc in each dc until you reach the center dc of the 3-dc group, then make 3 dc in the center dc, and finish the round with 1 dc in the last dc.
- 8th to 13th Rounds (inclusive):
- Work 1 dc in each dc until you reach the center dc of the 3-dc group, then make 3 dc in the center dc of the group, and continue with 1 dc in each remaining dc.
- On the 13th round, end with a 3-dc group, then make 1 dc in the next dc, and 1 single crochet (sc) in each of the next 2 dc.
Dutch Cap Brim:
- 1st Row:
- Ch 3, skip 1 dc, sc in the next dc. Repeat from * to within 2 dc of the 3-dc group at the back. Ch 1, turn.
- Rows 2 to 5 (inclusive):
- Sc in the first sc, ch 3, sc in the next sc. Repeat from * across. Ch 1, turn.
- 6th Row:
- Work 2 sc in the first sc, ch 3, 2 sc in the next sc. Repeat from * across. Ch 1, turn.
- 7th, 8th, and 9th Rows:
- Sc in each of the first 2 sc, ch 3, sc in each of the next 2 sc. Repeat from * across. Ch 1, turn.
- Fasten Off:
- At the end of Row 9, fasten off.
Finishing:
- Turn the front of the Brim back against the Crown.
- Fold the corners of the back of the Brim against the Crown and tack in place.
- Steam and press gently to shape.
