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Beginner Baby Hat
Beginner-Friendly Baby Hat Pattern
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Ribbed baby beanie made from a simple rectangle
Gender-neutral design with optional turn-up brim
Ideal for newborns, preemies, and up to toddler sizes
Stitches Used:
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Half Double Crochet (HDC)
Worked in Back Loops Only (BLO) for ribbed texture
Materials:
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DK (lightweight) baby-friendly yarn (~30g per hat)
4.00mm crochet hook
Yarn needle, scissors, measuring tape
Optional: Add pom-poms, buttons, or decorative edges
Sizing Tips: this little hat can be made in ANY size although written for newborn baby
Adjust size by changing starting chain (height) or row count (width)
Hat stretches naturally—aim for 1–2” smaller than actual head size
Customization:
Use any stitch or yarn type—just follow the measurement chart
Easily add stripes by changing colors at the start of a row
The Free Easy Baby Crochet Baby Hat Pattern
Use any stitch or yarn type—just follow the measurement chart
Easily add stripes by changing colors at the start of a row
- First published: April 2012
- Page created: August 26, 2025
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