Crochet Mesh Cap Free Pattern

Lightweight, breathable, and easy to wear, a crochet mesh cap is a great accessory for spring and summer. Made with cotton thread, it has an airy texture that feels comfortable even on warmer days while adding a handmade touch to everyday outfits. Mesh-style caps have become increasingly popular thanks to their simple, relaxed look and versatility, pairing well with both casual and beach-inspired styles.

The pattern includes detailed instructions and step-by-step photos to help you through the entire process. The construction is straightforward, making it suitable for beginners while still being an enjoyable project for more experienced crocheters. Worked with basic stitches and an open mesh design, the cap comes together relatively quickly and doesn’t require a large amount of materials.

The classic white color gives it a clean and timeless appearance, but the design can easily be adapted in other shades to suit your wardrobe. Whether worn on a walk, at the beach, or as an everyday accessory, this crochet cap is a practical project that combines comfort, style, and simplicity.

In this post, you will find a free pattern for Crochet Mesh Cap. Don’t forget to also check our Exclusive Patterns and our collections of Free Crochet Patterns For Summer.

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This free crochet pattern was designed exclusively for Your Crochet by Weronika Miechowicz.

About the Author

Weronika has a real passion for crocheting and enjoys creating patterns that reflect her love for handmade, seasonal projects. She shares her designs to inspire others to pick up their hooks and make something fun for themselves, their homes or gifts for their loved ones.

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A person with long brown hair wears a white crocheted hair covering, standing in front of green foliage and holding a summer bag.

Pattern Notes

This is a beginner-friendly crochet pattern, and I’m using US terms.

Materials and Tools

Fine weight yarn: YarnArt Ideal 100% cotton – color 220
crochet hook: 3 mm
tapestry needle
scissors
stitch markers
measuring tape

Measurements

HEIGHT: 15 cm / 5.9″
CIRCUMFERENCE: 50 cm / 19.6″

Stitches and Abbreviations

st(s) – stitch(es)
ch – chain(s)
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
slst – slip stitch
MR – magic ring

Notes

You can make fewer or more rows to adjust the cap size during the process.

Two skeins of white YarnArt Ideal yarn and a partially crocheted white lace piece, perfect for your next pumpkin crochet pattern or summer bag project, are placed on a gray faux fur surface.

Crochet Mesh Cap Free Pattern

Rnd 1: mr, ch 3, dc 15 into the mr, slst into 2^nd ch, slst into the back loop of 3^rd ch

Rnd 2: sc into both loops of the 3^rd ch, ch 1, dc into the same st, [skip 1, dc 2, ch 2, dc 2 in the same st] 7x, skip 1, dc 2, hdc into the ch 1 st

Rnd 3: sc into the space, ch 1, dc into the same space, [ch 1, dc 2 into the next space, ch 2, dc 2 into the same space] 7x, ch 1, dc 2 into the 1^st space, hdc into the ch 1 st

A white crocheted hexagon motif with a green-handled crochet hook attached, displayed on a plain white background, ideal for incorporating into your next summer bag or as inspiration for your own free crochet pumpkin pattern.

A white crocheted hexagon in progress, attached to a metal crochet hook with a green handle, is placed on a plain white background—a perfect start for those seeking a free crochet pumpkin pattern.

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Rnd 4: sc into the space, ch 1, dc 2 into the same space, [ch 2, dc 3 into the next space, ch 2, dc 3 into the same space] 7x, ch 2, dc 3 into the 1^st space, hdc into the ch 1 st

Rnd 5: sc into the space, ch 1, dc 2 into the same space, [ch 3, dc 3 into the next space, ch 2, dc 3 into the same space] 7x, ch 3, dc 3 into the 1^st space, hdc into the ch 1 st

Rnd 6: sc into the space, ch 1, dc 2 into the same space, [ch 4, dc 3 into the next space, ch 2, dc 3 into the same space] 7x, ch 4, dc 3 into the 1^st space, hdc into the ch 1 st

Rnd 7: sc into the space, ch 1, dc 2 into the same space, [ch 5, dc 3 into the next space, ch 2, dc 3 into the same space] 7x, ch 5, dc 3 into the 1^st space, hdc into the ch 1 st

A white crocheted hexagonal motif in progress, attached to a green-handled crochet hook, on a plain background—perfect inspiration for your next free crochet pumpkin pattern or summer bag project.

A white crocheted hexagon motif in progress, with a green-handled crochet hook attached to the upper edge, on a plain background—perfect for incorporating into any free crochet pumpkin pattern project.

Rnd 8: sc into the space, ch 1, dc 2 into the same space, [ch 6, dc 3 into the next space, ch 2, dc 3 into the same space] 7x, ch 6, dc 3 into the 1^st space, hdc into the ch 1 st

Rnd 9: sc into the space, ch 1, dc 2 into the same space, [ch 7, dc 3 into the next space, ch 2, dc 3 into the same space] 7x, ch 7, dc 3 into the 1^st space, hdc into the ch 1 st

Rnd 10-11: sc into the space, ch 1, dc 2 into the same space, [ch 8, dc 3 into the next space, ch 2, dc 3 into the same space] 7x, ch 8, dc 3 into the 1^st space, hdc into the ch 1 st

Rnd 12-15: sc into the space, ch 1, dc 2 into the same space, [ch 9, dc 3 into the next space, ch 2, dc 3 into the same space] 7x, ch 9, dc 3 into the 1^st space, hdc into the ch 1 st

A partially crocheted white item with an open, lacy pattern—perfect for a summer bag—displayed on a plain light background; a loose yarn end is visible.

A semicircular piece of white crochet work with an open, textured pattern—perfect as a summer bag or inspired by a crochet pumpkin pattern—is displayed on a plain background.

Rnd 16: sc into the space, ch 1, dc 2 into the same space, [ch 9, dc 8 into the next space] 7x, ch 9, dc 5 into the 1^st space, slst into the ch 1 st

Cut off the yarn and weave in the ends.