Sew a lined bucket hat or safari hat with the Bucket Hat Kids Sewing Pattern. Choose between two brim shapes and add a decorative hat band, rows of stitching, and binding around the brim for a practical hat with a crisp finish.
The pattern fits head circumferences of 52–64 cm (20 1/2–25 1/4 inches), covering both kids and adults. It is identical to the adult Bucket Hat sewing pattern, and all sizes are included in this download.
What you'll make
- A fully lined bucket hat or safari hat
- A choice of two brim shapes
- A decorative band around the crown
- A stitched brim finished with binding
- Optional snaps and eyelets
Fabric and materials
Choose a sturdy, medium-weight woven fabric such as canvas, cotton drill, medium-weight cotton, or denim. Use lightweight cotton for the lining and medium-weight stiff interfacing to help the hat hold its shape.
- Woven fabric for the outer hat
- Lightweight woven lining
- Medium-weight stiff interfacing
- Sewing thread
- Binding for the brim edge
- Two snaps (optional)
- Four eyelets (optional)
Skill level
Level 2/4. Suitable for sewists with basic sewing experience. Follow the illustrated instructions and the step-by-step YouTube sew-along for guidance through the project.
Sizing and fabric requirements
Head circumference: 52–64 cm (20 1/2–25 1/4 inches). Browse the product images for measurements and fabric requirements before choosing your size and fabric.
Pattern Specifications
- Brand: Wardrobe By Me
- Pattern Name: Bucket Hat Kids
- Product Type: Digital PDF Sewing Pattern
- Garment Type: Lined Bucket Hat and Safari Hat
- Pattern Format: Instant Digital Download – No Physical Product
- Size Range: Head Circumferences 52–64 cm (20 1/2–25 1/4 inches), for Kids and Adults
- Skill Level: Level 2/4
- Instructions: Fully Illustrated Step-by-Step Instructions
- Measurements: Metric and Imperial
- Seam Allowances: The pattern includes seam allowances
- Layered Sizes: Included
- File Formats Included: Color A4 and US Letter Files (8 pages), Color A0 Copy Shop File (1 page), and a Separate Color Projector File
- Print Features: Trimless A4/Letter Pages, Print-at-Home, Copy Shop, and Projector Compatible
- Video Tutorial: Step-by-Step YouTube Sew-Along
- Recommended Fabric: Sturdy Medium-Weight Woven Fabric, Lightweight Cotton Lining, and Medium-Weight Stiff Interfacing
- Design Options: Two Brim Shapes, Decorative Hat Band, and Optional Snaps and Eyelets
- Edge-Finish Options: Binding Around the Stitched Brim
For a complete outfit
For a complete outfit, style the Bucket Hat with the Kids Tropical Shirt to complete a handmade wardrobe.