UPDATED: For more messy bun patterns and tutorials — both knit and crochet — see the collection of links at the end of this post.

Known as ponytail hats and messy bun beanies, this fun look is taking the internet by storm! I imagine many lucky folks will be waking up to one of these under the tree this year. Since many are asking, here is a round up of my favorites, a few with a new twist!

Ponytail Hat by Claudia Olson – FREE Knit Pattern via Ravelry

Stacey’s Bun Hat – $4.00 Crochet Pattern via Ravelry
– the classic hat that started this whole craze!

Knit Tea Cozy Hat by Woolly Wormhead – FREE Knit Pattern via Ravelry

The Best Messy Bun Crochet Hat Patterns - The Definitive Ponytail Hat Collection!

Angora Messy Bun Hat Pattern by PurpleMache – $3.50 via Etsy

Messy Hair Bun Hat by Kayla Rollin – Crochet Pattern $2.00 via Ravelry

Messy Bun Hat by Isela Phelps – FREE Loom Knit Pattern via Ravelry

Ponytail Hat by Erika and Monika Simmons – FREE Crochet Pattern via Ravelry

The Cardiff Bay Ponytail Hat by Beth Ann Beck – Knit Pattern $5.50 via Ravelry

Have fun making this quick projects – they look great!


Here are some more messy bun patterns:

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