Cozy Newborn Hat Pattern

This pattern will guide you through creating an adorable newborn hat, ideal for photo shoots or everyday wear. The design features a playful color scheme of light blue, tan, and cream. The hat is topped with a cute pom-pom for added charm.

Materials

• Duration yarn in the following colors:
  • Light Blue: 1 skein
  • Tan: 1 skein
  • Cream: 1 skein
• Size 5 (3.75mm) knitting needles
• Size 5 (3.75mm) crochet hook (if using crochet method)
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• Pom-pom maker (optional)

Gauge

20 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch.

Abbreviations

• CO - Cast On
• St(s) - Stitch(es)
• K - Knit
• P - Purl
• RS - Right Side
• WS - Wrong Side

Instructions

Step 1: Cast On

CO 60 stitches in cream yarn.

Step 2: Ribbing

Work in ribbing (K1, P1) for 2 inches.

Step 3: Begin Hat Body

Switch to stockinette stitch (knit every row) and continue until the hat measures 5 inches from the cast-on edge.

Step 4: Add Colors

Next, begin your color pattern:
Row 1: 10 sts Light Blue, 10 sts Tan, 10 sts Cream, repeat to end.
Row 2: 10 sts Tan, 10 sts Cream, 10 sts Light Blue, repeat to end.
Repeat these 2 rows for a total of 6 color pattern repeats, ensuring you end on a Light Blue row.

Step 5: Decrease for Top

Begin decreasing on the following rows:
Row 1: K8, K2tog across.
Row 2: K all stitches.
Repeat these two rows until you have 10 stitches left. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail.

Step 6: Finish

Thread the tapestry needle with the tail and pull it through the remaining stitches. Pull tight to close the top of the hat and weave in any ends.

Step 7: Make the Pom-Pom

Using your pom-pom maker (or wrap yarn around your fingers), create a pom-pom using the cream yarn and attach it to the top of the hat.

Step 8: Block (optional)

Block the hat gently to shape and smooth the edges.

Enjoy Your Cozy Newborn Hat!

This hat makes the perfect accessory for any newborn, keeping them warm while looking adorable!