This basic baby beanie pattern is a quick and easy crochet project that anyone can make! I chose yarn colors for the stripes that reminded me of things in nature, such as brown for earth, blue for water or sky, green for trees, and grass, orange for fire, and white for fluffy clouds, and wrapped it all up in sunshine!
The stitches in this beanie hat pattern are fairly simple and ones you should already know, but you will want to be comfortable with color changes. Multi-stripe really means multi-stripe here! 😉 I change my colors by pulling the new yarn through the last two loops of the final stitch of the round before the new color is called for so I have written the pattern that way. This method minimizes wonkiness that happens at the seam or join, but there are other ways to change color when crocheting, so feel free to use the one you prefer if you already have a favorite.
Easy
5mm (H) hook, or hook needed to achieve measurements
Less than 50 yds of #4 worsted weight yarn in 6 colors. For the stripes I used Red Heart Super Saver in Coffee, Red Heart With Love in Bluebell, and Lettuce, Red Heart Super Saver in Carrot, and Soft-White. The main body of the hat is made using Red Heart Super Saver in “Cornmeal”. <–I’ve linked the colors just in case you don’t already have them on hand, and don’t want to run to town to get them.
yarn needle
scissors
Stitches used:
ch = chain
sc = single crochet
hdc = half double crochet
Finished hat should measure 6 1/2″ to 7″ wide at widest point, by about 4-4 1/2″ tall depending on your tension.
Additional Notes:
-ch 1 at beginning of round does not count as a stitch.
-Once you join the new color you will join to the 1st stitch of that row with a slip stitch. I carry my main color down inside of the hat, instead of cutting each round, that way I don’t have as many ends to weave in later.
Multi-Stripe Newborn Beanie (US Terms):
With color A
Round 1: 8 hdc in magic circle, join with sl st to first hdc. (8 hdc)
Round 2: ch 1, 2 hdc in each st around, join with sl st to first hdc. (16 hdc)
Round 3: ch 1, 2 hdc in first stitch, hdc in next st, *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next st; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first hdc. (24 hdc)
Round 4: ch 1, 2 hdc in first st, hdc in next 2 sts, *2 hdc in next st, hdc in the next 2 sts; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first hdc. (32 hdc)
Round 5: ch 1, 2 hdc in first st, hdc in next 3 sts. *2 hdc in next st, hdc in the next 3 sts; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first hdc. (40 hdc)
Round 6: ch 1, 2 hdc in first st, hdc in next 4 sts. *2 hdc in next st, hdc in the next 4 sts; repeat from *around, join with sl st to first hdc. (48 hdc)
Join Color B to last stitch of round 6,
Watch this video from Moogly to see how to seamlessly join the two colors
Round 7: ch 1, sc in each st around. (48 sc)
Join Color A to last stitch of round 7 and slip stitch to first stitch,
Round 8: ch 1, hdc in next stitch and each stitch around, join with sl st to first hdc. (48 hdc)
Join Color C to last stitch of round 8 and slip stitch to first stitch,
Round 9: ch 1, sc in each st around. (48 sc)
Join Color A to last stitch of round 9 and slip stitch to first stitch,
Round 10: ch 1, hdc in each stitch around, join with sl st to first hdc. (48 hdc)
Join Color D to last stitch of round 10 and slip stitch to first st. (48 hdx)
Round 11: ch 1, sc in each st around, join with sl st to first sc. (48 sc)
Join Color A to last stitch of round 11 and slip stitch to first stitch,
Round 12: ch 1, 1 hdc in next stitch and each stitch around. (48 hdc)
Join Color E to last stitch of round 12 and slip stitch to first stitch
Round 13: ch 1, sc in each stitch around. (48 sc)
Join Color A to last stitch of round 13 and slip stitch to first stitch
Round 14: ch 1, 1 hdc in next stitch and each stitch around. (48 hdc)
Join Color F to last stitch of round 14 and slip stitch to first stitch.
Round 15: ch 1, 1 sc in next stitch and each stitch around. (48 sc)
Join Color A to last stitch of round 16 and slip stitch to first stitch
Round 16: ch 1, 1 sc in next stitch and each stitch around. (48 sc)
Watch this video from Moogly to see how to seamlessly join the last round.
Cut yarn and weave in ends.
Feel free to change the colors up as you see fit. Since this pattern is so basic it can be made for either boys or girls. Some hospitals are choosey about the kind of yarn they want the hats made out of. Call ahead to find out if that is the case in your area.
Want another simple newborn hat pattern? Try the Cranberries and Cream Newborn Beanie. It’s super quick and easy to make and has a few less color changes.
I would love to see a picture when you’re done, so please feel free to come by my Facebook group and show off your beanie!
Pattern Terms and Conditions:
You are welcome to share the link to this pattern, using one image of your choice, on your site, but please do not share the written patterns themselves, or use additional images. You do not have permission to use my images by themselves to create pinnable graphics for Pinterest, however they may be included in a roundup pin if there are 4 or more other patterns. If you sell finished items online, please do not use my pictures for your listings. I’m positive that your work is of high enough quality for you to sell the finished piece. Have confidence in your abilities! <3 Thank you!
This pattern was made to be used by individuals, and small business crocheters alike. Selling your finished pieces in boutiques, at farmer’s markets, craft shows, and other local events is encouraged! Please credit/link Kirsten Holloway Designs when selling finished products online. The only thing I require is that this pattern not be used commercially to produce hundreds of thousands of copies.
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