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Do you ever find yourself debating whether or not to add a pom pom to a finished crochet or knit beanie? Or do you go back and forth on which pom pom color would look best with the yarn color of the beanie? So do I, but now you don't have to worry about committing to the wrong pom pom color. What if I told you that there's a way to change out the pom poms on hats over and over again without having to re-sew anything?
In this tutorial, I'll show you how to add a pom pom to a hat that can be removed later and switched out with a different pom pom. This is my favorite way of adding a pom pom to a hat, and it's so simple! You can switch between different pom-pom colors seamlessly in just a few simple steps.
I love the look of pom-poms on beanies, but I hate having to choose just one color. Plus, most pom poms aren't washable. If I'm gifting a beanie to someone, I always want to ensure it's washable. I absolutely love the look of a pom pom on a hat, but I also know that not everyone likes pom-poms on their beanies, so I love giving people the option to remove them. Every beanie I make now uses this technique. I can't claim credit for this method, as many people use it, but I want to share it with all of you!
The secret to a customizable beanie is... a button! Yep, it's that simple. Attaching a button to the underside of a beanie and using a pom pom with a loop is all you need. The primary tool for this method is a crochet hook, which I know we all have plenty of. Follow the tutorial below for a more in-depth explanation of this method and images to help you along the way.
Looking for crochet beanie patterns?
Before you're ready to attach a pom pom, you have to have a beanie in need of a topper. Are you looking for a crochet beanie pattern to try out this technique? I have two crochet beanie patterns for sale, and they both use this method of switching out pom-poms. One of the crochet beanies is even available as a free pattern.
Tweedledee Beanie
The Tweedle-Dee Beanie uses several different crochet stitches to create a beautiful texture. It's worked flat and seamed together at the end. Don't let the unique stitches scare you away. The pattern includes photo tutorials to help you complete each stitch. The Tweedledee Beanie is available on my Ribblr, Ravelry, and Etsy stores.
Tweedledum Beanie
The Tweedle-Dum Beanie is an easy crochet beanie that's perfect for beginners. The beanie is made with a textured stitch, which gives it a lovely, delicate texture. Only one stitch is used throughout the entire beanie pattern, so once you master the stitch (which has photo tutorials), it's a very easy project. This beanie works up quickly and is available on my Ribblr and blog (for FREE), Ravelry, and Etsy stores.
How to Add a Removable Pom Pom to a Crochet Hat - Tutorial
Follow this tutorial to add a removable pom pom to any crochet or knit beanie.
Materials
A crochet or knit hat
Crochet hook
Pom Pom with a loop at the bottom
Step 1: Add a Button
The first step is simple: sew a button to the underside of the top of the beanie. Flip the beanie around so the wrong side (inside) is facing out. Then, sew a small button to the very top. No one will see this button from the outside, so it can be any color you want. Make sure the button is small enough to not affect the hat shape but big enough to securely hold the loop of the pom pom. Sew the button on securely because this is what we will be attaching the pom pom to.
Step 2: Insert hook through the top of the beanie
Flip the beanie back around so the right side is facing out. Insert a crochet hook through the inside of the beanie out from the top (right next to the button). Insert the crochet hook right next to the button on the inside of the hat, and make sure that your crochet hook exits the top of the hat in the center. Where your crochet hook is positioned is where the pom pom will rest on the top of the beanie.
Step 3: Loop the Pom Pom
Insert the crochet hook into the loop on the pom pom. Ensure the loop is secure on the hook, and avoid wrapping any fuzz from the pom pom around the hook to make it easier to pull through in the next step. This can be a little finicky, so ensure you have a good grip on the pom pom and the beanie and that the loop on the pom pom is securely looped around your crochet hook.
Step 4: Attach to the button
Pull the pom pom loop through the hat and hook it around the button. This is the trickiest step, so don't worry if you have to try it a few times to get it right. Keeping the loop on the hook while attaching it to the button can be challenging. Keep a lot of tension on the loop, and quickly hook it around the button. The faster you can loop the pom pom around the button, the less time there is for it to slip off. Once you get the hang of this step, changing out the pom pom will be quick and easy!
That's it!
Adding a removable pom pom to any crochet or knit beanie is that easy. I love this method because it's easier to get the pom pom on and off simply using a crochet hook (a tool we all have plenty of). I'm always trying to decide what color pom pom to use or even if I should use one at all, so this is an easy way to try out different colors without having to commit to just one. I hope this inspires you to try adding a removable pom pom to the top of your next hat!
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