Newborn Beanie Baby Hat Crochet Pattern
Perfect in Every Way. This free baby hat crochet pattern is perfect for creating a cozy, adorable newborn beanie, with 0-3 months size baby hat pattern now included.
Whether you’re crocheting the hat for your own little one or making donations to hospitals, this pattern is beginner-friendly and easy to follow.
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Why are Newborn Beanie Hats Essential
Newborns lose heat quickly, so keeping them snug in a soft crochet hat is essential during those first days. Plus, there’s nothing cuter than a baby in a handmade beanie!
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Looking for a Beginner-Friendly Baby Hat Tutorial
If you’re new to crochet, this easy baby hat pattern is a great starting point.
The design is worked in ROWS back and forth. and is a simple rectangle, folded and sewn together, making it accessible for beginners.
Visit my popular page to see How to Crochet an Easy Baby Hat, for step-by-step guidance.
Why I Love This Baby Beanie Pattern
The stretchiness of this design makes it ideal for hospital donations, as it fits comfortably and adjusts as needed.
Recently, I crocheted a baby set, including this beanie, for a newborn leaving the hospital. After sharing a photo, many asked for the pattern, and it’s now one of my go-to projects.
My daughter also requested several of these hats for my grandson, and they’ve become a family favorite.
IT doesnt take long to make one of these hats! This design is perfect for quick crocheting sessions while watching TV, allowing you to complete multiple hats in an evening.
Materials Needed to Crochet This Baby Hat
- Hook: 4.50 mm for newborn size /5.00 mm for 0–3 months
- Yarn: Cygnet Aran or any soft, baby-friendly yarn
- Measuring tape
Gauge for hat is 7dc = 2 inches
Tips to ensure sucess
- Always measure the Crown diameter (measure across the circle at end of increaces
- You can adjust the HEIGHT of the hat by adding more or less rounds
- Use soft, stretchy yarn to ensure the hat is gentle on delicate skin.
Sizes You can crochet this hat!
Newborn: 4.5mm crochet hook
- Circumference: 12 inches
- Diameter: 3.5–4 inches
- Height: 4.5–5.5 inches
Newborn Beanie hat Crochet Pattern Starts HERE
Rnd 1: Ch 4. Work 12 Dc into the first chain. Sl st into the 3rd chain from the start to join. Pull tight to close.
Rnd 2: Ch 2, starting in the BASE of the chain, 2 Dc in each stitch around. Sl st to join. (24 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2. starting in the BASE of the chain, Work *2 Dc in the first stitch, 1 Dc in the next stitch*. Repeat from * to *around. Sl st to join. (36 stitches) Measure Crown Diamterer HERE 3.5-4 inches
Rnds 4–9: Ch 2. Work 1 Dc in each stitch around. Sl st to join. (36 stitches) Measure Hat height here Approx 4.5–5.5 inches to Bottom of ear add more rows if necessary
Rnd 9: Ch 1. Work 1 Sc in each stitch around. Sl st to join.
Fasten off and weave in the ends.
0–3 Months Baby Beanie Hat Crochet Pattern
Use a 4.50 mm crochet hook and Aran weight Yarn
Hat Height: 5.5–6 inches
Hat Circumference: 13–13.5 inches
Crown Diameter: 4.45 inches
Rnd 1: Ch 4. Work 12 Dc into the first chain. Sl st into the 3rd chain from the start to join. Pull tight to close.
Rnd 2: Ch 2, starting in the BASE of the chain, 2 Dc in each stitch around. Sl st to join. (24 stitches)
Rnd 3: Ch 2. starting in the BASE of the chain, Work *2 Dc in the first stitch, 1 Dc in the next stitch*. Repeat from * to *around. Sl st to join. (36 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2. starting in the BASE of the chain, Work *2Dc in the first st, 2dc in nxt st, 1 Dc in the next 2 sts *. Repeat from * to *around. Sl st to join. (48 stitches) Measure Crown Diamterer HERE Approx 4.5 inches
Rnd 5–Rnd 10 (11): Chain 2. Work 1 Dc in each stitch around. Sl st to join. (48sts) Measure Hat Height HERE and add more rows if necessary 5.5–6 inches
Rnd 11 (12): Chain 1. Work 1 single crochet (sc) in each stitch around. Slip stitch to join.
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