I just had to share this pattern I improvised today. I have the flu at the moment, so if my instructions are unclear, I cannot be held accountable 
Hook: 3.5 mm (E/4)
Yarn: DK/8ply. I used Knitwise Pricewise Hero, from The Warehouse.
Size: to fit toddler/small child with head circumference 50cm (20″) approx – my daughter is 3 and a half.
INSTRUCTIONS:
ch 84, join with sl st making sure you don’t twist the chain.
R1. ch1, sc in same st, sc around, join with sl st
R2. ch1, sc in same st, sc around, join with sl st
R3. v-stitch (hdc, ch2, hdc) in joining st and every 3rd st around, join [the first v-stitch will be ch4, hdc]
R4. OPTION ONE… Shell (3dc, ch2, sl st in 1st ch, 3dc) in first v-stitch, sc in next v-stitch, repeat around, join [the first shell will be ch4, sl st in 3rd ch, 3dc] OR OPTION TWO… Shell 6dc in first v-stitch, sc in next v-stitch, repeat around, join [the first shell will be ch2, 5dc].
R5. If you did the 2nd option in R4, then ch1, sc in same st, sc around (in the tops of stitches of each shell) and sl st into the sc’s of the previous row. If you chose the first option in R4, then omit this row.
Join. Fasten off.
If you would like to make the 3 middle crown points stand out from the rest, then work as follows:
Centre point – 6dc in v-stitch, sl st into sc, ch1, turn, sc back over top of shell, sl st in sc, ch1, turn, sc in first 3 sts, picot (ch 4, sl st in 2nd ch, ch1), sc in final 3 sts, sl st in sc. You can modify this in so many different ways. The idea is to make this crown point the largest one so you can tell where the front of the crown is.
Work the larger centre point picot (ch 4, sl st in 2nd ch, ch1) in the middle of the shells of the 2 points to the left and right of the centre point.
Enjoy!
Thank you so much for sharing this pattern, I have made two today, and my daughters were over the moon. I am so impressed that you managed to do this whilst feeling so ill, I do hope you have recovered now
You’re very welcome. I’m amazed I haven’t had anyone tell me that the pattern doesn’t make any sense
I’m glad to share a pattern here and there. I figure I’ve been on the receiving end of so many great patterns on Ravelry that it’s only fair I pay it forward.
I love it – thank you for sharing your pattern.
My daughter decided on a Princess party for her 4th birthday and I was searching for a crown pattern to make for all her little friends! Just perfect. Your designs are so creative, if only shipping to the US wasn’t so expensive. I will share a photo after the party. I’ll also be making some for future sessions with clients.
See, this is why I like writing the occasional free pattern when time permits
I’m so glad there are so many little princesses out there enjoying their crocheted crowns. The shipping is ridiculous to the States from NZ – not to mention how long it takes, which is anywhere from 3 to 4 weeks! I don’t know about you, but when I order something, I want it “yesterday” ha ha. Thanks so much for the great feedback. And I would love to see a photo when you can manage it.
Ok I must be a dork but I’m having trouble with the very end, where I’m making the middle point taller. Help!
What part is giving you grief Anisa? Quite frankly, I’m really surprised people have understood these instructions at all lol. Basically you can wing it, just do whatever looks right. There’s so many ways to achieve the same look or something a little different. Trial and error seems to be the best approach for me
Ok the pattern seems pretty simple to follow but I do have a question. I am unsure what yarn you used. I’m using typical worsted weight yarn but a 3.5mm needle is way too small. My fear is that if I use a 5mm needle the whole size of the crown will be too large. Any suggestions?
Hi there – I used what we call 8 ply or double knit over here in New Zealand. Ravelry says that basically equates to a light worsted yarn US terms – but use whatever you have and just adjust the hook to suit, and obviously adjust the foundation chain to fit the child’s head. Multiples of 6 works, from memory
Hope that helps.
Help! Followed your directions exactly and my crown is waving and curly! I’m a newbie crocheter what could I have done wrong?
Hi Michelle – I don’t know what is going on with the waviness that you’re describing. Perhaps tension issues, or maybe a misinterpretation of my instructions? Do you know anyone else that crochets that you could show your work to? Sorry I can’t be of more help.
Thank you for this pattern! It is so cute and adorable.
Thanks very much for this pattern…it’s priceless. I’m having a problem with the wording I think, on round 3. The end says that the beginning v-stitch will be ch4, hdc….does that mean I start the row off with that? or does it mean that I should do that for the last repeat of the round? Thanks so much
Hi Debbie – glad you’re enjoying the pattern. You ch4, hdc at the beginnning of the 3rd row only – that will make your very first v-stitch, then you (hdc, ch2 hdc) for all the other v-stitches around. The ch4 basically equates to the first hdc and ch2 of a regular v-stitch. Does that make sense?
I just love this pattern. It is easy to follow and quick to crochet up. I made it last night… with a few changes, but it turned out just beautiful. Thank You for the pattern. You can check out my finished products at http://krazymommakreations.blogspot.ca/2012/04/hope-everyone-had-wonderful-easter.html
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Thanks for this super quick pattern ,
thank you so much for the free pattern! my niece loves it!
Aloha from Hawaii!