Beginner-Friendly Baby Hat Pattern

• 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:

• Half Double Crochet (HDC)

  Worked in Back Loops Only (BLO) for ribbed texture

Materials:

• 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