Noel’s Quick Crochet Baby Hat Pattern FREE (Newborn & 0–3 Months size)
Noel’s Quick Crochet Baby Hat pattern is made using simple half-double crochet stitches, with two strands of DK yarn held together to create a beautifully warm and cosy baby beanie.
Finished with a stretchy ribbed brim, this quick, easy crochet baby hat adds extra warmth and a comfortable fit without losing its lovely traditional style.
The free crochet pattern includes instructions for newborn and 0–3 months, making it a perfect little handmade gift for a new baby.
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Noel’s Quick Crochet Baby Hat is a free, beginner-friendly crochet pattern worked from the top down in joined rounds using half double crochet stitches. Two strands of DK yarn are held together throughout, using a 5.5 mm crochet hook.
The hat is finished with a sideways slip-stitch ribbed brim for a stretchy, traditional finish.
- Skill level: Easy / Confident Beginner
- Sizes included: Small Newborn and 0–3 Months
- Yarn: Two strands of DK held together
- Hook size: 5.5 mm (US I/9)
- Main stitch: Half double crochet (hdc)
- Construction: Top-down crochet hat, worked in joined rounds
- Brim: Sideways slip-stitch ribbing, worked in back loops
- Pattern terms: US crochet terminology
One of my favourite things about this easy crochet baby hat pattern is that you don’t need to buy special chunky yarn to make it.
Why I Use Two Strands of DK Yarn for This Baby Hat
This little hat is a chunky baby hat without using chunky yarn! Chunky yarn can be quite stiff, but many DK baby yarns are specifically made for babies.
You simply hold two strands of DK (double knitting) yarn together and crochet with them as though they were one strand.
This creates a thicker, warmer crochet fabric while keeping the lovely softness of baby yarn.
The half double crochet stitches make the hat quick to work up, and the little ribbed brim adds extra stretch around the baby’s head.
I particularly love how the ribbing gives this simple baby beanie a beautiful traditional finish without making the pattern complicated.
Top Tip: You can use two strands of the same colour for a classic baby hat or combine two coordinating colours for a lovely subtle effect. or one colour for the main hat and a seperate colour for the ribbed brim.
What Size Crochet Baby Hat Should I Make?
This free pattern includes two sizes: Small Newborn and 0–3 Months.
| Size | Crown Diameter | Hat Length Before Brim |
|---|---|---|
| Small Newborn | Approx. 4 inches | Approx. 4.5 inches |
| 0–3 Months | Approx. 4.5 inches | Approx. 5 inches |
The crown diameter is measured straight across the widest part of the flat crochet circle.
Always check your measurements as you crochet, as every baby’s head is different. The ribbed brim adds a little extra length and provides some stretch around the opening.
Materials Needed
- DK baby yarn – 2 strands held together throughout
- 5.5 mm crochet hook (US I/9)
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
Crochet Gauge
Using two strands of DK held together and a 5.5 mm crochet hook:
- 6 half double crochet stitches = approximately 2 inches
- 2 rounds of half double crochet = approximately 1 inch in height
Your gauge matters more than the number of rounds. Check your crown diameter and hat length before adding the ribbed brim.
Before You Begin
- The baby hat is crocheted from the top down in joined rounds.
- Hold both strands of DK yarn together throughout the pattern.
- The beginning Ch 1 does not count as a stitch.
- Work the first hdc into the same stitch as the beginning Ch 1.
- Join each round with a slip stitch into the first hdc.
- Do not turn the main hat.
- The sideways ribbed brim is added after the main hat is complete
Small Newborn – Quick Crochet Baby Hat Pattern
- Yarn: 2 strands DK held together
- Hook: 5.5 mm
- Crown diameter: Approximately 4 inches
- Hat length before brim: Approximately 4.5 inches
Crochet Hat Crown
Round 1: Make a magic ring. Ch 1, work 8 hdc into the magic ring. Sl st to the first hdc to join. (8 hdc)
Round 2: Ch 1, work 2 hdc in each st around. Sl st to the first hdc to join. (16 hdc)
Round 3: Ch 1, (hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st) repeat around. Sl st to the first hdc to join. (24 hdc)
Round 4: Ch 1, (hdc in next 2 sts, 2 hdc in next st) repeat around. Sl st to the first hdc to join. (32 hdc)
Crown measurement: Your crown should measure approximately 4 inches across when laid flat.
Crochet Hat Body
Round 5: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Sl st to join. (32 hdc)
Round 6: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Sl st to join. (32 hdc)
Round 7: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Sl st to join. (32 hdc)
Round 8: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Sl st to join. (32 hdc)
Round 9: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Sl st to join. (32 hdc)
Your hat should now measure approximately 4.5 inches from the centre top of the crown to the lower edge.
If needed, adjust by one straight round to achieve the correct measurement.
Do not fasten off.
Small Newborn Crochet Baby Hat Pattern – Stretchy Slip-Stitch Ribbed Brim
Ch 5.
Row 1: Sl st in the 2nd ch from hook and in each of the next 3 chs. Sl st into the next st of the hat to attach the brim. Turn. (4 sl sts)
Row 2: Sl st BLO in each of the 4 sts across. Ch 1, turn.
Row 3: Sl st BLO in each of the 4 sts across. Sl st into the next st of the hat. Turn.
Repeat Rows 2 and 3 around the lower edge of your baby hat, attaching the ribbed brim to the next stitch of the hat as you go.
- When you reach the beginning, join the first and last ribbing rows together using slip stitches.
- Fasten off and weave in all loose ends.
Your little newborn baby beanie is complete!
0–3 Months – Quick Crochet Baby Hat
- Yarn: 2 strands DK held together
- Hook: 5.5 mm
Finished Hat Size:
- Crown diameter: Approximately 4.5 inches
- Hat length before brim: Approximately 5 inches
Crochet Hat Crown
Round 1: Make a magic ring. Ch 1, work 9 hdc into the magic ring. Sl st to the first hdc to join. (9 hdc)
Round 2: Ch 1, work 2 hdc in each st around. Sl st to the first hdc to join. (18 hdc)
Round 3: Ch 1, (hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st) repeat around. Sl st to the first hdc to join. (27 hdc)
Round 4: Ch 1, (hdc in next 2 sts, 2 hdc in next st) repeat around. Sl st to the first hdc to join. (36 hdc)
Crown measurement: Your crown should measure approximately 4.5 inches across when laid flat.
Crochet Hat Body
Round 5: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Sl st to join. (36 hdc)
Round 6: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Sl st to join. (36 hdc)
Round 7: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Sl st to join. (36 hdc)
Round 8: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Sl st to join. (36 hdc)
Round 9: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Sl st to join. (36 hdc)
Round 10: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Sl st to join. (36 hdc)
Your baby hat should now measure approximately 5 inches from the centre top of the crown to the lower edge.
Adjust the number of straight rounds if needed to achieve the correct measurement.
Do not fasten off.
0–3 Months – Stretchy Slip-Stitch Ribbed Brim
Ch 6.
Row 1: Sl st in the 2nd ch from hook and in each of the next 4 chs. Sl st into the next st of the hat to attach the brim. Turn. (5 sl sts)
Row 2: Sl st BLO in each of the 5 sts across. Ch 1, turn.
Row 3: Sl st BLO in each of the 5 sts across. Sl st into the next st of the hat. Turn.
Repeat Rows 2 and 3 around the lower edge of the hat, attaching the ribbed brim to the next stitch of the hat as you go.
Join the first and last ribbing rows together using slip stitches.
Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Your 0–3 months crochet baby hat is complete!
Tips for Crocheting the Perfect Baby Hat
1. Keep both strands of yarn together.
When crocheting with two strands of DK, make sure you catch both strands with your hook as you work each stitch.
I use the MIDDLE of the ball of yarn and the outside of the yarn to work with. This will help keep the finished fabric even and neat
2. Always measure your crochet crown.
Before starting the straight rounds, lay your crown flat and measure across its widest point. If your crown is significantly larger or smaller than the pattern measurements, check your gauge.
3. Keep your slip stitches loose.
When crocheting the ribbed brim, avoid pulling the slip stitches too tightly. This helps the ribbing stretch comfortably.
4. Check the hat length before adding the brim.
Measure from the centre top of the hat down to the lower edge. It’s much easier to adjust the length before starting the ribbing.
5. Choose soft, baby-friendly yarn.
I recommend a soft, washable DK yarn that feels comfortable against delicate skin. Avoid scratchy yarns or loose decorative embellishments.
Remember to remove baby hats indoors when appropriate and never leave a hat on a sleeping baby.
Can I Make Noel’s Baby Hat in Larger Sizes?
Yes! Although this free crochet baby hat pattern includes Small Newborn and 0–3 Months, I’ve also designed Noel’s Baby Beanie in larger baby sizes.
The complete four-size pattern, including 3–6 months and 6–12 months, is available as an ad-free printable PDF. ETSY HERE
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