A crochet hair snood or bun cover can add texture, color and a personal detail to an everyday hairstyle. Some designs hold a full length of hair in an airy net, while others fit closely over a neat bun. This collection includes both, with a different complete project behind every idea.
Each link below was opened at the original designer, authorized guest publisher or designer-owned pattern shop. Free and paid routes, sizing and access notes are included. The generated photographs are original styling and color inspiration, not tested makes or exact replicas. Use the designer's own photos and instructions for construction and fit.
Secure the hairstyle comfortably before fitting a cover, and check elastics, ties, pins and any beads for loose or damaged parts. These are decorative hair accessories, not certified workplace protective equipment. Keep loose ties and small components away from infants and young children; follow relevant dance-class or performance requirements when choosing an accessory.
1.) A Vintage Snood With a Decorative Band
A vintage-style snood can make a simple outfit feel considered without covering the whole hairstyle. Alysha Littlejohn pairs an open net with a more decorative band, creating a clear contrast between the airy back and the part that frames the head. A deep jewel color can stand out against lighter hair, while a quieter shade can blend into the hairstyle. Measure the band and check how the net sits before deciding that the first version fits comfortably. The illustration explores a burgundy palette and different hair volume. Follow the designer's photographs and complete directions for the actual band construction, attachment points and net depth.
Pattern: A Vintage Snood With a Decorative Band by Alysha Littlejohn / Littlejohn's Yarn, published by Underground Crafter. Access and fit: Free complete guest-designer web pattern and full video, US terms. About 150 yards DK; page specifies 3.75 mm hook, with separate worsted/aran adaptation notes. Optional paid Ravelry PDF. Fit the band to the wearer.
2.) An Airy Solomon's Knot Hair Net
Solomon's knot gives this hair net a light, open appearance with a different rhythm from a regular square mesh. Heart Hook Home provides a tie version and a button-headband version, so choose the closure before you start rather than mixing the directions halfway through. A smooth cotton can keep the loops easy to see, while a color near the wearer's hair shade makes the accessory more subtle. Check both comfort and containment with the intended hairstyle, especially if the hair has shorter layers. The illustration suggests a cream tie version with a simplified loop arrangement. Use Ashlea's own photographs for the exact shape, closure and placement of the net.
Pattern: An Airy Solomon's Knot Hair Net by Ashlea Schumaker / Heart Hook Home. Access and fit: Free complete web pattern, US terms; optional paid PDF. Worsted cotton, 4 mm hook. Tie and button-headband versions share one project listing; choose the intended version. Adjust fit and loop size as directed.
3.) A Fine Cotton Snood for a Classic Look
Fine cotton thread makes a classic netted snood feel lighter and more delicate than a bulky yarn version. Viktoriia Isakina's design is a useful option when you want the accessory to read as a defined hair covering rather than as a warm hat. Black can blend into dark hair or create a clear outline against lighter shades. Although the listing describes one adult size with stretch, hair volume and head measurements still matter to the final fit. The illustration uses a different wearer and a softer black-brown tone. Consult the designer's photographs and chart for the actual mesh, picot details and shape rather than assuming the image reproduces them exactly.
Pattern: A Fine Cotton Snood for a Classic Look by Viktoriia Isakina / Wika Crochet. Access and fit: Paid designer PDF on Ravelry; purchase/account delivery may apply. English US terms, one adult size with stretch; size 5 cotton thread, 2–2.5 mm hooks. Written steps, charts and photo tutorial.
4.) A Beaded Net With Personal Sparkle
A few carefully chosen beads can turn a netted snood into an occasion accessory while leaving the crochet itself visible. Latisha Wilcox's design allows the placement to be personalized, so you can aim for a light scatter or a more noticeable surface pattern. Consider the combined weight of the beads and thread before committing to a dense arrangement. The accessory should sit comfortably rather than pulling at the hair. The illustration suggests dark blue thread with a restrained silver bead placement, which differs from the designer's examples. Use the original pattern and photographs for the exact net construction and bead attachment, and inspect the finished accessory for loose components.
Pattern: A Beaded Net With Personal Sparkle by Latisha Wilcox / Knotted Fibers. Access and fit: Paid designer PDF on Ravelry; checkout/account delivery may apply. Size 10 cotton thread and 2.75 mm hook; adjustable head and hair-length fit. Basic Snood is same design without beads, counted once.
5.) A Star-Inspired Statement Snood
A decorative star arrangement can give a snood a focal point beyond the outline of the net. Inger Soto's Star Snood offers a way to make the accessory feel playful while keeping the overall palette simple. Choose one clear color if you want the motif to remain readable against the hair beneath it. Before making a larger adaptation, think about how the pattern will sit when stretched around the intended hairstyle. The illustration is a teal styling study with an interpreted five-point star center, not a reproduction of the designer's motif. Use the original photographs and written directions to understand the exact arrangement, shaping and fit of the finished snood.
Pattern: A Star-Inspired Statement Snood by SoTotallyUs / Inger Soto. Access and fit: Paid designer PDF on Ravelry, English US terms; fine/light yarn, 3 mm hook. Written pattern, adjustable larger/smaller; purchase/account delivery may apply. See designer photos for exact star layout.
6.) An Adjustable Snood or Bun Cover
An adjustable design can be especially useful when you are deciding between a small bun cover and a deeper snood. Ashton11's pattern allows the size to be adapted and offers a drawstring or elastic approach to the edge. That gives you room to plan around the intended hairstyle rather than relying on a single pictured size. A smooth yarn helps the open structure remain clear, and a ribbon can make the closure feel decorative as well as practical. The illustration shows a coral version around a larger bun, with an altered mesh appearance. Follow the designer's own photographs and directions for the actual stitch pattern, dimensions and closure arrangement.
Pattern: An Adjustable Snood or Bun Cover by Ashton11. Access and fit: Paid English PDF via LoveCrafts; purchase/account download applies. Adjustable size; worsted yarn and 5.5 mm hook. Drawstring or optional elastic; ribbon or crocheted cord. Confirm terminology in PDF before starting.
7.) A Small Mesh Cover With a Ribbon Finish
A small mesh cover can add a finished look to a bun without turning it into a large headpiece. Tamara Kelly's All Too Perfect design starts with a smaller size and explains ways to change the scale through yarn and hook choices. A ribbon edge is useful when you want the closure to become part of the styling, while an elastic finish gives a quieter outline. Check the fit over the actual bun before deciding how tightly to close it. The illustration uses lavender thread and a pale ribbon, with a different mesh scale. Refer to Moogly's photographs and directions for the precise shape and finishing options.
Pattern: A Small Mesh Cover With a Ribbon Finish by Tamara Kelly / Moogly. Access and fit: Free complete web pattern, US terms; optional paid ad-free PDF. Size 3 thread, 3.25 mm hook, 20–40 yards for small bun. Yarn/hook suggestions for larger versions; elastic or ribbon finishing.
8.) A Simple Cotton Cover in Two Sizes
A simple cotton bun cover is a good place to focus on fit, evenness and comfortable finishing. Fatima Exposito Exposito lists two sizes, making it possible to choose a starting point before adjusting your yarn or hook. A clear solid color can make the crochet easy to see while you work, especially if you are trying the project for the first time. Use the intended hair elastic and hairstyle when checking the final opening. The illustration suggests a bright yellow version and interprets the stitch surface rather than copying the designer's design. Follow the listing photographs and paid PDF for the actual construction, size selection and finishing details.
Pattern: A Simple Cotton Cover in Two Sizes by Fatima Exposito Exposito / Oh My Hook Studio. Access and fit: Paid English US-terms designer PDF on Ravelry; small and large sizes. Sport cotton, 3.5 mm hook, 50–100 yards and a hair elastic. Purchase/account delivery may apply; photo guidance included.
9.) A Floral Center in Fine Thread
A floral center can make a bun cover feel like a small piece of crochet lace rather than a plain net. Shala Kerrigan combines a more involved center with a mesh body, giving the accessory two different scales of detail. A pale thread shows the flower clearly against dark hair, while a deeper color can create a quieter result. Check that the central section sits where you want it once the cover is stretched over the bun. The illustration uses ivory and a simplified flower interpretation. It is styling inspiration only; follow Shala's own photographs and complete directions for the exact petals, mesh transitions and elastic edge.
Pattern: A Floral Center in Fine Thread by Shala Kerrigan / Don't Eat the Paste. Access and fit: Free complete web pattern, English US-style terms; size 10 cotton, 1.5 mm hook, covered elastic. Floral center and mesh body; size depends on yarn, tension and bun volume. No account needed to read.
10.) A Ballerina Cover With a Choice of Fit
A bun cover with several sizes gives you a clearer starting point for a dance hairstyle than a general one-size accessory. Crochet by Jennifer's Ballerina design is worked as a small lace-and-mesh project, so a little yarn can still create a noticeable finishing detail. Choose the size around the actual bun, including any bun maker used underneath it, rather than around age alone. If the accessory is intended for a class or performance, check the studio's requirements before selecting the color. The illustration explores a soft pink version and a different mesh arrangement. Use the designer's photographs and PDF for the exact lace, size and finishing instructions.
Pattern: A Ballerina Cover With a Choice of Fit by Crochet by Jennifer. Access and fit: Paid designer PDF, English US terms; small, medium, large. Sport cotton and 3.75 mm hook. Purchase/account download may apply; this is one design with three sizes.
11.) A Flower Cover With Ties
A flower-shaped cover with ties can bring a playful accent to an otherwise simple bun. JTcreations offers solid and two-color possibilities, so you can decide whether to emphasize the flower or keep the whole accessory in one shade. Short, neatly finished ties can become a small bow rather than a long trailing decoration. Check the size over the intended hairstyle and keep the closure comfortable. The illustration uses a cream-and-rose interpretation with changed petal proportions, not the designer's exact flower. Refer to the original project photographs and PDF for the actual shape, tie placement and construction before choosing how much contrast to use in your own version.
Pattern: A Flower Cover With Ties by JTcreations. Access and fit: Free designer Ravelry PDF; account/sign-in may be needed to download. English, aran yarn and 5.5 mm hook. Solid/two-color flower and ties; check PDF for exact fit and terminology.
12.) A Lightweight Cover With a Tie Closure
A tie closure can make a lightweight bun cover easy to adjust around the hairstyle you actually wear. Ekta Sawant's design uses an open structure and gives guidance for changing the depth, which helps when a pictured example is too shallow or too roomy. Choose a yarn that feels comfortable against the hair and keeps the stitches visible while working. A satin ribbon can change the appearance, but the crocheted tie keeps the materials consistent. The illustration suggests a pale green version with a different mesh scale. Follow Ekta's photographs and complete directions for the actual center, extended-stitch fabric and finishing rather than treating the image as a construction guide.
Pattern: A Lightweight Cover With a Tie Closure by Ekta Sawant / MyCrochetWeb. Access and fit: Free complete web pattern in US terms; optional paid Ravelry PDF. Thin yarn, 3 mm hook; adjustable depth and crocheted tie or satin ribbon. Extended double crochet is used; designer also suggests treble as an alternative.
13.) Born to Dance in a Bright Color
A bright mesh bun cover can make a compact crochet project feel cheerful and easy to spot among dance accessories. Michele Wilcox's Born to Dance design uses a tie to adjust the opening, with a simple netted body that lets the hair remain visible. Keep the yarn smooth enough that the mesh does not become visually heavy, and test the fit over the finished bun rather than over loose hair. The illustration changes the original strawberry shade to turquoise and varies the net spacing. Use the publisher's photograph and PDF for the actual shape, measurements and tie placement, especially when you want a specific fit for a performance hairstyle.
Pattern: Born to Dance in a Bright Color by Michele Wilcox / Red Heart, Yarnspirations. Access and fit: Free complete publisher PDF, no sign-up. English US terms; 9-inch circumference × 3¾-inch length, 4.25 mm hook, medium yarn and a crocheted tie. Page item 017724V links matching PDF 017723M; use PDF measurements.
14.) A Flat Ballet Bun With Fine Mesh
A flat ballet bun asks for a different shape from a rounded, deep snood. Manon Unga's design offers several diameters and is intended to sit closely over that flatter hairstyle. A color near the hair shade can make the mesh less noticeable, which may be useful when the accessory is part of a performance look. Choose by the actual bun's width and thickness rather than assuming a size name is enough. The illustration shows a dark brown version with a slightly different mesh pattern and volume. Follow the designer's photographs and PDF for the exact shaping, closure and pinning approach, and check any applicable class or stage requirements.
Pattern: A Flat Ballet Bun With Fine Mesh by Manon Unga. Access and fit: Free designer Ravelry PDF, English US terms; account/sign-in may be needed. S/M/L/XL approx 8/10/13/15 cm diameter. Fine cotton, 2 mm hook; small uses hair tie, larger sizes drawstring, with hairpins for securing.
15.) A Two-Color Center and Mesh Body
A two-color center gives this bun cover a clear focal point without requiring an elaborate arrangement of decorations. Meladora's Creations starts with a small center and develops an open mesh body, making it a useful project for comparing two yarn colors together. Keep the yarns similar in thickness so the transition feels deliberate. A bright center can be playful, while two closely related shades make the effect quieter. Check the elastic opening over the intended bun before finishing all the ends. The illustration explores a yellow center and blue mesh with interpreted loop spacing. Use the designer's photographs, written pattern and videos for the exact construction and finishing.
Pattern: A Two-Color Center and Mesh Body by Meladora's Creations / Candy. Access and fit: Free complete web pattern with right/left-handed videos; optional paid PDF. Worsted yarn, 3.5 mm hook, metal-free hair elastic. Small center with looped petals and contrasting mesh body; check fit.
16.) A Sparkling Hairnet With a Drawstring
A sparkling yarn can give a full hairnet a different presence from a small beaded bun cover. The Double Stitch Twins combine an open upper section with a more defined lower band and a drawstring, so the outline remains clear even when the net is roomy. Choose colors that work together in both the main fabric and the tie. Read the source notes carefully before starting because the publisher page contains unresolved questions about two rounds. The illustration is a plum-and-silver styling study with simplified details. Use the publisher's own photograph for the actual color division and ask for clarification where needed rather than assuming the image resolves the written pattern.
Pattern: A Sparkling Hairnet With a Drawstring by Double Stitch Twins / Erika and Monika Simmons, Red Heart. Access and fit: Free complete 2-page publisher PDF, no sign-up; US definitions, 4 mm hook, fingering metallic yarn, 24-inch lower circumference before tightening. Page 021720V links PDF 021719M. Publisher page has unresolved questions about rounds 6/12: ask the publisher to clarify these rounds before starting.
17.) A Fine Cotton Bun Net With Color Contrast
A fine cotton bun net can be a small way to bring two favorite colors into a regular hairstyle. Paula Matos's illustrated pattern is offered as a single-size design, so check the details against the intended bun rather than relying on a styled photograph. Mercerized cotton can give the stitches a crisp appearance, especially when a darker edge frames a lighter center. Keep the color contrast simple enough that the net remains easy to read. The illustration proposes a lilac-and-purple interpretation with an altered motif and mesh layout. Use the designer's own photographs and purchased PDF for the exact stitch arrangement, dimensions and attachment to the hair tie.
Pattern: A Fine Cotton Bun Net With Color Contrast by Paula Matos / Elealinda-Design. Access and fit: Paid 8-page illustrated PDF via designer's Crazypatterns shop; account/payment download required. English US terms and German. One size, mercerized sport/fine cotton, 2.5 mm hook and thin hair tie; confirm dimensions before purchase.
Conclusion
Choose the pattern by the hairstyle first: a flat ballet bun, a large rounded bun and a full hair snood need different shapes. Read the access and size notes, use the original designer's photographs for the construction reference and test the fit with the intended yarn and closure. A comfortable edge, secure finishing and a considered color choice matter more than matching a styling image exactly.
