How to crochet a newborn baby hat
Published on March 23, 2020 By Sarah 2 min readWhat is more adorable than a crochet baby hat - a small project to welcome the little one into the family! With the softest yarns and a simple pattern, this tutorial will show you how to crochet a new born baby hat perfect for 0-3 months, and a great gift for a baby shower. We’ve also included a free crochet pattern to show you how to crochet a preemie baby hat that makes a great donation to your local hospital.
How to make a crochet newborn baby hat
US (UK) abbreviations
SC - single crochet (UK double crochet)
HDC - half double crochet (UK half treble crochet)
Ch - chain
Ch2 - chain 2
Sl st - slip stitch
FPDC - front post double crochet (UK front post treble crochet)
BPDC - back post double crochet (UK back post treble crochet)
You will need:
Crochet hook size J (6.00mm)
Chunky weight yarn (we used Paintbox Yarns Simply Chunky)
Step-by-step
1
Make a slip knot.
2
Chain 3, and sl st to join.
3
Chain 1 and work 10 sc (dc) into the ring, sl st to join.
4
Ch2 and work a hdc (htr) into the same space.
5
Work 2 hdc (htr) into each stitch, sl st to join.
6
Ch2 and work 1 hdc (htr) into the next st. Work 2 hdc (htr) into the next st and 1 hdc (htr) into the following. Repeat to end, sl st to join.
7
Ch2, work 1 hdc (htr) into the 2 next sts, 2hdc (htr) into the following st. Repeat to end, sl st to join. Work 4 rows of hdc (htr).
8
Ch2, work another round of hdc (htr).
9
Ch3 and work a FPDC (FPTR) into the first st.
10
Work a BPDC (BPTR) in the next st. Alternate FPDC (FPTR) and BPDC (BPTR) to create a rib, repeat to end.
11
Sl st to join and fasten off.
12
Cut off the excess and sew in the ends.
Pro Tip
Add a bobble or a crochet heart for additional cuteness!
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How to crochet a preemie baby hat
This adorable little hat is perfect for a tiny preemie. It’s such a quick make, it is a really good choice to make for charity. Crochet as many as you can and drop them at your local hospital - they will love your donations! This tutorial uses US terminology.
You will need:
Crochet hook size D (3.25mm)
Sport weight yarn (we used Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino)
1
Tie a slip knot.
2
Ch3 and slip stitch to make a circle.
3
Ch1 and work 10 dc into the circle.
4
Slip stitch into the first ch1. Ch1 and work 2 hdc into every stitch, slip stitch to join.
5
Ch1 and work 1 hdc into the first st, 2 hdc into the second st and repeat to end of the round. Slip stitch to join.
6
Ch1 and 1 hdc in every stitch, slip stitch to join. Repeat for 3 more rounds then fasten off the yarn.
7
Change color to contrast yarn. Slip stitch into each stitch with the contrast yarn to the end of the round and fasten off. Sew in the ends.
8
And voilà!
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Preemie hats aren’t the only way you can help in crocheting for charity. Why not host a charity bake sale or crochet for women’s and children’s charities or animal rescue shelters?