Free Crochet Pattern Baby Bonnet Star Stitch
A Star is Born Baby Bonnet crochet pattern If you want a beautiful, textured baby bonnet that’s super cute and cosy then this little bonnet pattern is perfect.
This bonnet is a timeless classic with a modern twist — the star stitch adds just the right amount of texture without being fussy. Perfect for babies, handmade with love and care, and designed to be easy enough for confident beginners to intermediate crocheters.
The “A Star is Born” Baby Bonnet uses the classic star stitch (also known as the Marguerite stitch), creating a cozy, cushiony texture that’s perfect for newborns and babies up to 2 years.
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This bonnet is designed to perfectly match the A Star is Born Baby Cardigan, which is also a free crochet pattern available on my website.
Plus, I added a unique twist to the matching Oliver Baby Booties pattern by replacing the ribbed cuff with half double crochet rounds and star stitch rows — for a coordinated, stylish baby set.
Why Choose the Star Stitch for Baby Bonnets?
The star stitch crochet pattern is popular for baby accessories because it adds texture and warmth without bulk. It looks intricate but is beginner-friendly once you get the hang of it.
What’s the Star Stitch?
The star stitch (also called the Marguerite stitch) might look fancy at first glance, but trust me, it’s super easy once you get the rhythm. It creates a beautiful, cushiony texture that adds a subtle, elegant pattern to any project.
Perfect for baby wear because it’s soft, lightweight, and eye-catching.
Star Stitch – How to
- How to Crochet the Star Stitch (Marguerite Stitch)
The star stitch is created by working clusters of loops pulled through multiple stitches, closed with a chain to form the “eye” of the star.
This stitch gives a soft, textured look perfect for baby garments.
Think of it like a seven-step dance: the star is built with six loop pulls plus a chain to finish. - Step-by-step Star Stitch :
Chain the desired length.
Insert your hook into the first chain stitch and draw up a loop through each of the next 5 chains (6 loops on hook).
Yarn over and pull through all 6 loops, then chain 1 to close the star cluster.
Repeat across your row, creating a row of star stitches.
- Bonus: Crochet Star Stitch Tips for Beginners
If the star stitch looks intimidating, start with a small swatch to practice your loops and cluster closing chain. It’s easier than it looks, and once you get it, this stitch adds amazing texture to any baby project.
Note: Older vintage patterns often called for this pattern to cut yarn at the end of every row, but we will TURN and work the second row with 2HDC into the “eyes” of the previous row’s stars.
This keeps your work neat with fewer ends to weave in — so much more satisfying.
Materials You’ll Need to Crochet this bonnet
- DK yarn (I used just over 25 grams of DK yarn for the newborn size)
- 4.00 mm hook I do crochet loosley so you may need to go up a size to achieve 4.50 mm crochet hook
Estimated Yarn Usage by Size (DK yarn, 4.5 mm hook)
| Size | Estimated Yarn (grams) |
|---|---|
| Newborn | 30g |
| 0–3 months | 38g |
| 3–6 months | 46g |
| 6–9 months | 54g |
| 1–2 years | 62g |
These estimates include extra for ties, edging, and shaping. If your bonnet has ruffles or shells, plan for slightly more yarn on bigger sizes.
Crochet Baby Bonnet Size Chart –
Starting chains are slightly longer for the bonnet To FIT baby.
Pro Tip for Assembly
Leave a long starting chain — you’ll use it to sew the two sides of your bonnet together. When folded in half, the first row’s chain stitches form the back seam.
Baby Bonnet Crochet Pattern in Star Stitch Newborn size
Chain 56, Or length required using the size chart, leaving a long tail for sewing later.
Row 1: Skip 1 chain, draw up a loop in each of the next 5 chains, yarn over and pull through all 6 loops, chain 1 to close star. Repeat across, ending with an HDC back into the last stitch of the last star. Turn.
Row 2: Chain 1, work 2 HDCs into each star eye across, ending with 1 HDC in the last eye adn hdc in top of turning chain. Turn.
Row 3: Chain 3, work star stitch clusters into the hdcs of previous row as in Row 1. End with HDC in last stitch. Turn.
Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until the bonnet reaches the desired WIDTH (about 15 rows for newborn size).
Finish on Row 3 for a decorative edge.
Finishing Touches for The Baby Bonnet & Adding Ties
Fold the bonnet in half and sew the BACK SEAM together with the tail from your starting chain.
For the ties, chain 40, slip stitch back along the chain, then single crochet evenly along the bottom edge, adding decreases near the seam for shape. Weave in all ends.
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