Baby Knit Hat Pattern Free - Printable Pattern

Knitting a cozy hat for a baby is not only a fun and satisfying project, but it also makes for a thoughtful and practical gift. If you’re looking for a free baby knit hat pattern to get started, you’re in luck! Below, we’ve curated a simple yet adorable pattern that is perfect for beginners and seasoned knitters alike. Grab your needles and yarn, and let’s get started!

Before diving into the pattern, gather the following materials:

Baby Knit Hat Pattern Free

– Worsted weight yarn in your preferred color

– Size 8 (5mm) knitting needles

– Yarn needle

– Scissors

Pattern Instructions

Here’s the step-by-step guide to knitting a baby hat:

1. Cast on 64 stitches using the long-tail cast-on method.

2. Knit in a rib stitch pattern (K2, P2) for 6 rows.

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

4. Begin decreasing: K6, K2 together across the row.

5. Purl one row.

6. K5, K2 together across the row.

7. Purl one row.

8. Continue decreasing in this manner until you have 8 stitches left.

9. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread the tail through the remaining stitches and pull tight to close the top of the hat.

10. Sew the side seam using the mattress stitch.

11. Weave in any loose ends and trim excess yarn.

With this simple and free baby knit hat pattern, you can create a cozy and stylish accessory for the little ones in your life. Feel free to customize the design by adding stripes, pom-poms, or other embellishments to make it uniquely yours. Happy knitting!