Pikachu Beanie Pattern - Free Crochet

Crocheted Beanie with Ears & Cheeks

This adorable Pikachu beanie features the signature pointed ears with black tips and cute red cheek circles. Perfect for Pokemon fans of all ages!

Materials Needed:

Yellow worsted weight yarn (#4) - ~250 yards
Black yarn (ear tips) - ~30 yards
Red yarn (cheeks) - ~20 yards
5.0mm (H/8) crochet hook
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Polyfill stuffing (small amount for ears, optional)

Gauge (Important!):

14 sc x 16 rows = 4" (10cm)
Check your gauge! If too loose, go down a hook size. Too tight, go up.
Hat should have 1-2" negative ease (smaller than head) for snug fit.

Sizing:

Adult (20-22" head): Follow pattern as written
Teen (19-20"): Stop increases at Rnd 6 (72 sts)
Child (18-19"): Stop increases at Rnd 5 (60 sts)
Toddler (16-18"): Stop increases at Rnd 4 (48 sts)

Abbreviations:

BEANIE BODY (Yellow)

            Work in continuous rounds, use stitch marker.

            Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)

            Rnd 2: inc around (12)

            Rnd 3: [sc, inc] x6 (18)

            Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] x6 (24)

            Rnd 5: [3 sc, inc] x6 (30)

            Rnd 6: [4 sc, inc] x6 (36)

            Rnd 7: [5 sc, inc] x6 (42)

            Rnd 8: [6 sc, inc] x6 (48)

            Rnd 9: [7 sc, inc] x6 (54)

            Rnd 10: [8 sc, inc] x6 (60)

            Rnd 11: [9 sc, inc] x6 (66)

            Rnd 12: [10 sc, inc] x6 (72)

            Rnd 13: [11 sc, inc] x6 (78)

            Rnd 14: [12 sc, inc] x6 (84)

            Crown complete! Now work even:

            Rnd 15-30: sc around (84) - 16 rounds

            Or until beanie reaches ~7.5" from crown

            Rnd 31: sc in BLO around (84) - creates ridge for brim

            Rnd 32-34: sc around (84) - 3 rounds

            Fasten off, weave in ends.

PIKACHU EARS (Make 2)

            Ears are worked flat, then folded and sewn.

            Black Tip:

            Ch 4.

            Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc across (3)

            Row 2: ch 1, turn, inc, sc, inc (5)

            Row 3: ch 1, turn, inc, 3 sc, inc (7)

            Change to Yellow.

            Yellow Body:

            Row 4: ch 1, turn, inc, 5 sc, inc (9)

            Row 5: ch 1, turn, inc, 7 sc, inc (11)

            Row 6: ch 1, turn, inc, 9 sc, inc (13)

            Row 7: ch 1, turn, inc, 11 sc, inc (15)

            Row 8: ch 1, turn, inc, 13 sc, inc (17)

            Row 9-12: ch 1, turn, sc across (17) - 4 rows

            Row 13: ch 1, turn, dec, 13 sc, dec (15)

            Row 14: ch 1, turn, dec, 11 sc, dec (13)

            Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing.

            Fold ear in half lengthwise, whip stitch bottom closed.

            Optional: stuff lightly with polyfill for more shape.

RED CHEEKS (Make 2)

            Simple circles worked in the round.

            Red yarn:

            Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)

            Rnd 2: inc around (12)

            Rnd 3: [sc, inc] x6 (18)

            Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] x6 (24)

            Sl st, fasten off, leave tail for sewing.

            Cheeks should be about 2" diameter.

ASSEMBLY

Ear Placement:
- Position ears about 3" apart on top of beanie
- Angle slightly outward (like real Pikachu ears)
- Sew securely around the base

Cheek Placement:
- Position on sides of beanie, about 2" above brim
- Space evenly with where ears are placed above
- Whip stitch around edges

Optional: Add Face Details

Eyes: Use black safety eyes (12mm) or embroider small ovals
Nose: Small black triangle embroidered between eyes
Mouth: Black yarn, create a "w" shape smile

Or use felt cutouts and fabric glue for easier application!

Pro Tips:

Use a bright, golden yellow for authentic Pikachu color
Block the ears flat before folding for cleaner shape
For stiffer ears, use a smaller hook or add wire inside
Try on the beanie to mark ear placement before sewing
The black ear tips should be about 1/3 of total ear length

Pattern Sources & References:

Generated by AI Crochet Assistant
December 2025

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