Swiss House Tunisian Crochet – Free Hat Pattern
If you’ve been itching to try Tunisian crochet in the round, the Swiss House Tunisian Hat is the perfect project to pick up your hook and dive in. Designed by the talented Robyn Chachula, this color-packed hat combines Tunisian Simple Stitch (TSS), Knit Stitch (TKS), and Reverse Stitch (TRS) with clever decreases to create a warm, textured fabric that looks like it came straight from a boutique ski lodge in the Swiss Alps. ❄️
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This free Tunisian crochet hat pattern is written in five sizes (Child through Adult XL) and makes an excellent stash-buster thanks to its playful use of multiple colors. Whether you’re brand new to Tunisian crochet or already love the technique, this hat will keep your hands happy and your head cozy.
What You’ll Love About This Hat
✨ Size-inclusive design – The pattern is written for five sizes so you can stitch one for every member of the family.
✨ Color play made simple – With seven shades in the sample, it’s a great stash-buster, but it looks just as amazing in a two- or three-color combo.
✨ Textured stitches – The mix of TSS, TKS, and TRS gives you a fabric that looks knit but has that satisfying Tunisian crochet feel.
✨ Seamless finish – Thanks to spiral rounds and clever decreases, the crown shaping is smooth and flattering.
✨ Customize it – Add a pom pom, go bold with your colors, or keep it sleek and neutral—the choice is yours.
What Makes This Tunisian Crochet Hat Special?
The Swiss House Tunisian Hat is more than just a beanie—it’s a crochet adventure. Robyn designed it with spiral shaping and offset stitches so the decreases blend beautifully, without stacking or creating bulk. The stitch pattern creates texture that almost looks knit, while the continuous spiral rounds mean you won’t find any clunky seams.
This isn’t your average crochet hat—it’s stylish, modern, and makes people say, “Wait… you crocheted that?!”
Tips for Working Tunisian Crochet in the Round
If you’ve only ever worked Tunisian crochet flat, don’t worry—this hat will open up a whole new world. Here are a few helpful notes before you begin:
- Tools matter: You’ll need a Tunisian double-ended hook or two interchangeable hooks connected with a cable. This lets you pick up loops on the forward pass and work them off on the return pass, all in a continuous spiral.
- Use a stitch marker: Since you’re working in the round, it’s easy to lose track of where one round ends and the next begins. A simple locking marker saves your sanity.
- Forward and return passes: You can work as many stitches as fit comfortably on your hook. Just remember to switch back and forth until you complete the round.
Once you try it, you’ll wonder why you waited so long to explore Tunisian crochet in the round. If you’ve never tried Tunisian crochet but want to learn, check out the BiCrafty Bootcamp: Triple Threat Tunisian Crochet .
Choosing Colors for Your Hat
The sample uses seven colors of WeCrochet Twill—rich jewel tones with heathered neutrals—to create a bold, graphic look. But this pattern is totally flexible. Here are some ideas:
- Monochrome Magic: Work the entire hat in one solid color to show off the stitch textures.
- Stash-Buster: Use leftover yarns in stripes for a playful, scrappy look.
- Tone-on-Tone: Pick three shades from the same color family for a subtle gradient effect.
- Seasonal Vibes: Try holiday reds and greens, icy blues and grays, or even Halloween-inspired purples and oranges.
Whatever palette you choose, this pattern will let your colors shine.
Skill Level
This is an Adventurous Beginner Tunisian Crochet pattern. If you’re comfortable with the basics of Tunisian crochet and ready to learn how to decrease, change colors, and manage working in the round, you’ll do great!
Robyn included stitch definitions, notes, and clear instructions—so even if this is your first Tunisian hat, you’ll feel supported every step of the way.
Styling & Gifting Ideas
The Swiss House Tunisian Hat is a cozy accessory that’s as fashionable on the slopes as it is on city streets. Make one for yourself, then whip up a few extras as handmade holiday gifts. Pair it with a chunky scarf, mittens, or even a pom pom on top for extra flair.
Pro tip: Since this pattern is size-inclusive, you can stitch one for every member of the family—from kids to adults. That’s a whole set of matching hats for holiday photos or ski trips!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this hat with fewer colors?
Yes! You can simplify the color scheme by using just two or three shades. The stitch pattern still looks amazing even in a minimal palette.
What if I don’t have a Tunisian double-ended hook?
Two interchangeable hooks joined with a long cable will work just as well. Check your crochet set—you may already have what you need.
Does Tunisian crochet stretch like knit?
Not exactly. Tunisian fabric is denser than regular crochet, but with the right yarn (like Twill merino) and this stitch pattern, you’ll get warmth, structure, and a bit of give.
More Tunisian Crochet Patterns
If you love this design, be sure to check out these other Tunisian Crochet patterns on MarlyBird.com:
Ready to Crochet?
Scroll down for the full free pattern for the Swiss House Tunisian Crochet Hat. Grab your yarn, your Tunisian hook, and a warm cup of cocoa—you’re about to make a hat that will be a staple in your winter wardrobe.
SWISS HOUSE TUNISIAN HAT
Designed by Robyn Chachula
SKILL LEVEL
Adventurous Beginner
MEASUREMENTS
Finished Measurements
Hat is 17.25 (18.5, 20, 21.5, 22.75)” [44, 47, 51, 54.5, 58 cm] in circumference sized to fit Child, Adult Small, Adult Medium, Adult Large, Adult XL.
Gauge
12 sts x 11 rounds = 4” [10 cm] x 4” [10 cm] in brim stitch pattern
14 sts x 11 rounds = 4” [10 cm] x 4” [10 cm] in body stitch pattern; use any size hook to obtain the gauge.
MATERIALS
Yarn
- Color A: #27928 Black Cherry Heather
- Color B: #29743 Eggplant
- Color C: #29744 Lavender
- Color D: #29742 Jade
- Color E: #27936 Overcast
- Color F: #27934 Gold Rush
- Color G: #27926 Horchata Heather
Hook
Size K/10.5 (6.5 mm) either Tunisian double ended hook or (2) Tunisian Hooks with any size cable connecting them.
Notions
Tapestry needle, Stitch Marker, Optional: Pom Pom
ABBREVIATIONS
Ch – Chain(s)
PM – Place Marker
RS – Right Side
Sl st – Slip Stitch
St(s) – Stitch(es)
Tch – Turning Chain
TSS- Tunisian Simple Stitch
TKS – Tunisian Knit Stitch
TRS – Tunisian Reverse Stitch
WS – Wrong Side
SPECIAL STITCHES
⭐️ Foundation Slip Stitch:
First Stitch: Ch 1, insert hook into back ridge of chain, yarn over and pull up loop (2 loops on hook), yarn over and draw through 1 loop on hook (creates chain), draw through next loop on hook (creates slip stitch).
Next Stitch: Insert hook into chain just created (vertical bar furthest from hook), yarn over and pull up a loop (2 loops on hook), yarn over and draw through both loops on hook (first loop creates chain, second creates slip stitch)
⭐️ Tunisian Simple Stitch (TSS): Insert hook from right to left into front vertical bar of next st, yarn over and pull up a loop.
⭐️Tunisian Knit Stitch (TKS): Insert hook from front to back between the front and back vertical bars of the next st (under horizontal bars), yarn over and pull up a loop.
⭐️Tunisian Reverse Stitch (TRS): Insert hook from right to left into back vertical bar of next st on the wrong side (or back of work), yarn over and pull up a loop. This pushes the return pass to the front of the work creating a purl-like look.
⭐️ “Work Loops off as normal” Yarn over and draw through 1 loop on hook, *yarn over, pull through 2 loops on hook; repeat from * to end of project. Note: project is worked in a continuous spiral so there is only 1 first stitch and all the remaining will be pulling through 2 loops.
⭐️ Tunisian Simple Stitch Decrease (TSS dec): Insert hook from right to left into the front vertical bar of the next 2 sts at the same time, yarn over and pull up a loop (1 st decreased).
⭐️ Tunisian Simple Stitch in Back Bump (TSS in back bump): Insert hook into the back bump of the horizontal bar of the stitch indicated, yarn over and pull up a loop.
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NOTES
- If you do not want to use the Foundation Slip Stitch as a start, you can chain instead.
- If you do not enjoy working TRS or if you don’t like the look, you can do TPS for all TRS stitches throughout the pattern.
- Hat is worked in the round in a continuous spiral. Place marker in the first stitch of each round.
- In the brim, make a small ball of color A and use color A for the forward and return pass.
- In the body and crown use color A for every forward pass, change color as directed at the start of each new return pass.
- On the forward pass work any number of stitches that comfortably fit on the Tunisian Double Ended hook. Turn and work stitches off of hook for the return pass until 2 loops are left on hook, then turn and work more forward pass stitches. Keep switching between forward and return passes until the round is complete.
- When working the body section, the stitch pattern repeat is an even number of stitches, but the stitch count is an odd number of stitches. This means you will have 1 stitch left at the end of the round. This is on purpose so the next round will be offset from the round before it and the decreases will spiral and not stack. Work the last stitch in the next round.
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SWISS WOODS TUNISIAN HAT PATTERN
BRIM
Foundation Slip Stitch or Chain 52 (56, 60, 64, 68) with color A, sl st in first st to form ring. See notes for how to work fwd and rtn passes with double ended hook.
Round 1: Fwd: Pull up loop in each st around (loop on hook counts as a st). Rtn: With color A, work loops off as normal. (52, 56, 60, 64, 68 sts)
Rounds 2-4 (2-4, 2-4, 2-5, 2-5): Fwd: *Tks in next 3 sts, trs in next st; repeat from * around. Rtn: With color A, work loops off as normal.
Child Size
Round 5: Fwd: *[Tks in next 3 sts, tss in back bump of previous st, trs in next st] 3 times, tks in next 3 sts, trs in next st; repeat from * around to last 4 sts, tks in next 3 sts, trs in last st. Rtn: With color B, work loops off as normal. (61, -, -, -, – sts)
Adult Small Size
Round 5: Fwd: *[Tks in next 3 sts, tss in back bump of previous st, trs in next st] 3 times, tks in next 3 sts, trs in next st; repeat from * around to last 8 sts, [tks in next 3 sts, trs in next st] twice. Rtn: With color B, work loops off as normal. (-, 65, -, -, – sts)
Adult Medium Size
Round 5: Fwd: *[Tks in next 3 sts, tss in back bump of previous st, trs in next st] 3 times, [tks in next 3 sts, trs in next st] twice; repeat from * around. Rtn: With color B, work loops off as normal. (-, -, 69, -, – sts)
Adult Large Size
Round 6: Fwd: *[Tks in next 3 sts, tss in back bump of previous st, trs in next st] 3 times, tks in next 3 sts, trs in next st; repeat from * around to last 16 sts, [Tks in next 3 sts, tss in back bump of previous st, trs in next st] twice, [tks in next 3 sts, trs in next st] twice. Rtn: With color B, work loops off as normal. (-, -, -, 75, – sts)
Adult XL Size
Round 6 : Fwd: *[Tks in next 3 sts, tss in back bump of previous st, trs in next st] 3 times, [tks in next 3 sts, trs in next st] twice; repeat from * around to last 8 sts, [tks in next 3 sts, tss in back bump of previous st, trs in next st] twice. Rtn: With color B, work loops off as normal. (-, -, -, -, 79 sts)
All Sizes
Round 2 (4, 4, 6, 6) (decrease round): Fwd: With color A, [tss dec in next 2 sts, tss in back bump of second st] twice, *[tss dec in next 2 sts (do not pick up a stitch in the back bump)] twice, [tss dec in next 2 sts, tss in back bump of second st] 5 times; repeat from * around to last 12 sts, [tss dec in next 2 sts (do not pick up a stitch in the back bump)] twice, [tss dec in next 2 sts, tss in back bump of second st] 4 times. Rtn: Change color, work loops off as normal. – (49, 49, 49, 49, 49) sts.
Round 3 (5, 5, 7, 7) (decrease round): Fwd: With color A, *[Tss dec in next 2 sts, tss in back bump of second st] 4 times, [tss dec in next 2 sts (do not pick up a stitch in the back bump)] twice; repeat from * around to last st, leave last stitch unworked for next round (work last st in next round, see notes) . Rtn: Change color, work loops off as normal. – (41, 41 41, 41, 41) sts.
Round 4 (6, 6, 8, 8) (decrease round): Fwd: With color A, [tss dec in next 2 sts, tss in back bump of second st] twice, *[tss dec in next 2 sts (do not pick up a stitch in the back bump)] twice, [tss dec in next 2 sts, tss in back bump of second st] 3 times; repeat from * around to last 8 sts, [tss dec in next 2 sts (do not pick up a stitch in the back bump)] twice, [tss dec in next 2 sts, tss in back bump of second st] twice. Rtn: Change color, work loops off as normal. – (33, 33, 33, 33, 33) sts.
Round 5 (7, 7, 9, 9) (decrease round): Fwd: With color A, *[Tss dec in next 2 sts, tss in back bump of second st] twice, [tss dec in next 2 sts (do not pick up a stitch in the back bump)] twice; repeat from * around to last st, leave last stitch unworked for next round (work last st in next round, see notes) . Rtn: Change color, work loops off as normal. – (25, 25, 25, 25, 25) sts.
Round 6 (8, 8, 10, 10) (decrease round): Fwd: With color A, *tss dec in next 2 sts, tss in back bump of second st, [tss dec in next 2 sts (do not pick up a stitch in the back bump)] twice; repeat from * around to last 2 sts, tss dec in next 2 sts, tss in back bump of second st. Rtn: Change color, work loops off as normal. – (17, 17, 17, 17, 17) sts.
Round 7 (9, 9, 11, 11) (decrease round): Fwd: With color A, *tss dec in next 2 sts (do not pick up a stitch in the back bump); repeat from * around to last st, leave last stitch unworked for next round (work last st in next round, see notes) . Rtn: Change color, work loops off as normal. – (9, 9, 9, 9, 9) sts.
Bind Off Round: *Tss dec in next 2 sts, pull loop through loop on hook; repeat from * around, fasten off with a long tail. Weave the long tail through the last round to close hole in the top of the hat.
FINISHING
Fasten off, weave in ends. Add pom pom to top of hat if desired.
Final Thoughts on the Swiss House Tunisian Crochet Hat
The Swiss House Tunisian Hat is one of those patterns that makes you fall in love with Tunisian crochet all over again. Between the smooth crown shaping, playful colorwork, and cozy fit, this design is both fun to stitch and easy to wear.
Whether you make it in bold jewel tones like the sample or keep it simple with a two-color palette, you’ll end up with a hat that feels modern, handmade, and totally gift-worthy. Don’t forget—you can add a pom pom for extra personality or keep it sleek for a classic winter look.
I hope you enjoyed this pattern as much as I loved sharing it with you. Be sure to tag me @themarlybird and use #marlybird when you share your finished projects—I can’t wait to see all the amazing hats you create.
Until next time, stay warm, stay creative, and keep those hooks moving.
💖 Your BiCrafty Bestie,
Marly Bird
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