About This Reversible Octo Mood Hat Amigurumi Pattern
This pattern creates a reversible octopus mood hat — two hat crowns joined together so you can flip between contrasting colours and facial expressions. It features a top-down worked hat base, a ruffled brim, and embroidered face details for personality. The construction is designed to be NO SEW except for the face embroidery, making assembly quick and tidy.
You will make two matching hat bases in contrasting colours and join their brims with a third colour. The pattern uses US crochet terms and works in separate rows for a clean reversible finish.
Why You'll Love This Reversible Octo Mood Hat Amigurumi Pattern
I absolutely love this pattern because it combines simple shaping with playful character design, giving you two hats in one. I enjoy the versatility of creating different moods by changing eye placement and mouth embroidery. The reversible construction is clever and practical — you get contrasting looks without complicated sewing. Making the ruffled brim is such a satisfying moment when the hat transforms into a cute octopus shape. I also love how quick it is to crochet and how addicting customizing colours becomes.
Switch Things Up
I love how easy it is to customize this pattern by changing colours — try pastel shades for a softer, more whimsical octo, or bold contrasting colours for a high-impact look.
You can make a mini keychain version by using fingering weight yarn and a smaller hook for tiny reversible octos.
I often swap the brim colour for a metallic or variegated yarn to add a subtle shimmer and fun edge detail.
Want a kids size? Simply eliminate the increase rows between rounds 6-8 and check the fit as you go.
I like to embroider eyelashes or freckles to give each hat its own personality and character beyond just mouth and pupils.
For a more durable option, stitch the eyes with felt circles glued and stitched on instead of crocheted pupils for a cleaner finish.
I sometimes add a small pom or crochet tentacle accents at the crown for a playful twist that stands out when worn.
If you prefer a reversible brim that is less ruffled, work fewer increases in rounds 14-16 to reduce the flare.
I recommend experimenting with different stitch textures — try hdc or a shell stitch for the brim to change the drape and look.
Don’t be afraid to mix fibres — a cotton blend will make a lighter summer hat while acrylic gives a squishy, warm finish perfect for winter.
I also sometimes embroider tiny accessories like bows or stitches to create themed hats for holidays or gifts.
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them
✗ Skipping stitch markers when joining the brims will make alignment difficult; place a stitch marker to keep facial details and brim stitches matched before joining.
✗ Starting rows without remembering that ch2 counts as first stitch can throw off your stitch count; always use ch2 as the first dc and count it as your first stitch.
✗ Working with inconsistent tension causes uneven ruffles and brim shape; keep a medium to tight tension throughout and practice on a swatch if needed.
✗ Forgetting to assemble face details before joining the hats can make placement tricky; complete and baste the embroidered eyes and mouth before joining the two hat bases.
✗ Pulling embroidery stitches too tight will pucker the hat fabric; use moderate tension when embroidering pupils and mouth and secure ends neatly inside the hat.
