About the Design
These adorable and warm beehive hats are knit in Kraemer Yarns Naturally Nazareth, in a sunshiney yellow color.

The honeycomb stitch ear flaps keep little ears warm, while adding to the bee theme.

Crochet ties can either hang straight or be tied, and honey bee buttons embellish the hat and hang securely from the crochet loops at crown.

The pattern is in 4 sizes, from newborn to small child, so that all the small ones in your life can wear this
happy hat!

Sizes:**
N-3 mos. / 6-9 mos. / 12-18 mos. / 2-4 yrs.

Finished Dimensions:
Circumference: 15 / 16.5 / 18 / 19.5”
Height to Top of Crown: 5 / 5.5 / 6.25 / 7”

Materials
Kraemer Yarns Naturally Nazareth, 100% soft domestic wool, approx 184 yd / 3.5 oz skein: 1 / 2 / 2 / 2 skeins #Y1323 Sunshine

16” US size 8 (5 mm) ckns and dpns
US size H (5 mm) crochet hook
US size D (3.25 mm) crochet hook, or size to fit through button shank
Tapestry ndl, stitch marker, stitch holders
JHB honey bee buttons, 3/4”, style #92974 – 7 / 7 / 8 / 9, or more, if you prefer

Gauge
18 sts and 24 rows = 4” (10 cm) in St st with size 8 ndls or size to give gauge. To save time, take time to check gauge.

Substitute Yarn Weight
Aran or heavy worsted

Happy Knitting!
Dawn