The latest trend in Knitting and Crochet is called the Messy Bun or Ponytail hat. These are hats with a hole in them for your ponytail preventing the dreaded “hat head”. And they are cute too! They are are quick project and make wonderful gifts that even your teenager would love. 
Here are 9 fun patterns in both knitting and crochet to try out. We have projects here for the beginner and the more advanced. For anyone with long, thick hair, they’re a borderline miracle — you can keep your head warm without completely destroying your ‘do for the day.
Click on any of the links below for a fun free pattern! You can’t beat free, can you?
Snowflake Messy Bun Hat Pattern
Linen Stitch Messy Bun Crochet Hat Pattern
Messy Bun Crochet Hat with Flower Pattern
Stroll in the Park Knit Hat Pattern
Crochet Mommy and Me Messy Bun Hat Pattern
See anything that you would like to try? Make something beautiful for a gift this year. Or make something for yourself!
I’d love to see what you come up with!
Want more free patterns?
12 Colorful and Free Crochet Patterns
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