Child Beanie Crochet Pattern
I am so excited to share this free crochet pattern with you to learn how to crochet a child’s hat. This simple beanie is made using a few basic stitches, and can easily be adjusted to the perfect fit. In this free child beanie, crochet pattern you will be able to follow the step-by-step instructions to make your own crocheted hat.
Crochet Beanie Pattern
One of the best things about this children’s hat pattern is that it is made using simple stitches, so you don’t have to be an expert crochet. This free pattern can be created in different sizes, so that the hat fit your child just right. This written pattern is fun to make, and will keep your child’s head warm these, cold winter months. Let’s get started with the step-by-step instructions.
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Child Beanie Crochet Pattern Free
Materials
2 skeins medium weight yarn
5.0 mm crochet hook
a tapestry needle or yarn needle
faux fur pom pom (optional)
scissors
Abbreviations
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
blo – back loop only
Skill level: beginner/intermediate
Please note that this pattern is written in US terms
How to Crochet a Toddler Hat
Making the hat band
R1: Start first by making a slipknot, then creating 8 chain stitches. In the third chain stitch from your hook, make a half double crochet stitch. Repeat in each chain across.
R2: chain 2 sts, turn, working in the BLO, HDC in each ditch across.
Repeat this round until your band measures the circumference of your child’s head. Once you get the correct circumference, slip stitch the two ends together.
Making the hat body
R3: Turn and work on the side of the band you just created. Make a sc st in each st around. Join with a sl st.
R4: ch 1, in the first st make a sc, hdc, and dc st, *skip the next st, in the next st work a sc, hdc, and dc.* Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st.
R5: ch 1, in the first sc sp, make a sc, hdc, and dc st, *skip to the the next sc st, in the next sc st work a sc, hdc, and dc.* Repeat from * to * around. Do not join. From this point on, you can work in continual rounds.
Repeat round 5 until the hat is as tall as desired.
Closing Top of Hat:
R6: ch 1, in the first sc sp, make a sc, and hdc, (place your stitch marker if desired)*skip to the the next sc st, in the next sc st work a sc, and hdc.* Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st.
R7: ch 1, in the first sc sp, make a sc, (place your stitch marker if desired)*skip to the the next sc st, in the next sc st work a sc.* Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st.
Finish off leaving a long tail. Turn the hat inside out and use a yarn needle to stitch around the opening, then pull it closed. Sew the hat securely closed.
Attaching Pom Pom to the Crochet Kids Beanie:
At the top of the hat, feel free to attach a flux fur pom pom or yarn pom pom if desired. Make sure to weave in any loose ends of yarn.
Child’s Beanie Crochet Pattern Sizes
Making this crochet beanie pattern for your child in the right size is a key part. The great thing about this hat pattern is that it can be made so bad it fits your child just straight.
There are a few different ways to determine the size you should make. That is to measure the head circumference of the child you intend to make the hat for, or you can use this chart below with the average head sizes by different ages.
Remember, some children have larger heads than others. This chart is simply based on average head sizes. If your children are like mine, you might be of benefit to make it a little bit larger.
0-3 months: 13.5 inches around
3-6 months: 14-17 inches around
6-12 months: 14-18 inches around
In case you were wondering, this crochet hat pattern can also be made in larger sizes, so that you can enjoy an adult version as well. Adult sizes are just as easy to make has the children’s hat sizes. The main difference is that you will need a little more time, and a little bit more yarn. This pattern is a lot of fun, and one that the whole family can enjoy wearing during the cold weather.
Pattern Copyright
Please note that this pattern is intended for personal use only, and is not for commercial distribution. By copyright, unless otherwise noted, you are not authorized to copy or claim my content as your own. You are, however, more than welcome to sell your finished products made with my patterns. I always appreciate it when you link to my patterns so that others can find them too!
Free Crochet Beanie Pattern Tips and Tricks
What kind of yarn works best?
You can of course use any yarn that you wish to make this child’s crochet beanie, but keep in mind the different yarn weights will mean you need to change your crochet hook size used, and will need more or less stitches. A good worsted weight yarn is always a great option.
My favorite yarn to use for a crochet hat is a nice, medium weight yarn. Hobby Lobby has many of my favorite yarns. Be sure to select one that you love the color, and feel of. That will make your project so much more enjoyable.
Choosing your crochet hook size
Choosing the right, crochet hook size may depend on your stitching preferences. Above I have given my recommended hook size, but you can increase or decrease the hook size used, depending on your stitching attention. Feel free to increase or decrease the crochet hook size as needed. You can also reference the packaging to your skein of yarn for what size hook the manufacturer recommends you use.
Easy Child Beanie Crochet Pattern
Making this easy, crochet hat, pattern is so much fun, and you can customize it to fit any child perfectly. After all, each child needs to keep their head warm during the cold winter months, so this child’s crochet hat pattern is the perfect solution.
Thank you so much for stopping by to check out my free child beanie, crochet pattern. It is my hope that you will give this free crochet pattern a try, and that you will love making these crocheted winter hats for children.
Happy crocheting!
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Child Beanie Crochet Pattern
Materials
- 2 skeins medium weight yarn
- 5.0 mm crochet hook
- stitch marker
- a tapestry needle or yarn needle
- faux fur pom pom (optional)
- scissors
Instructions
- R1: Start first by making a slipknot, then creating 8 chain stitches. In the third chain stitch from your hook, make a half double crochet stitch. Repeat in each chain across.
- R2: chain 2 sts, turn, working in the BLO, HDC in each ditch across. Repeat this round until your band measures the circumference of your child’s head. Once you get the correct circumference, slip stitch the two ends together.
- R3: Turn and work on the side of the band you just created. Make a sc st in each st around. Join with a sl st.
- R4: ch 1, in the first st make a sc, hdc, and dc st, *skip the next st, in the next st work a sc, hdc, and dc.* Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st.
- R5: ch 1, in the first sc sp, make a sc, hdc, and dc st, *skip to the the next sc st, in the next sc st work a sc, hdc, and dc.* Repeat from * to * around. Do not join. From this point on, you can work in continual rounds. Repeat round 5 until the hat is as tall as desired.
- R6: ch 1, in the first sc sp, make a sc, and hdc, (place your stitch marker if desired)*skip to the the next sc st, in the next sc st work a sc, and hdc.* Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st.
- R7: ch 1, in the first sc sp, make a sc, (place your stitch marker if desired)*skip to the the next sc st, in the next sc st work a sc.* Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st.
- Finish off leaving a long tail. Turn the hat inside out and use a yarn needle to stitch around the opening, then pull it closed. Sew the hat securely closed.
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