Seamless Knotted Baby Hat Pattern
In this sewing tutorial, you get to learn how to make the cutest seamless knotted baby hat pattern by following a few simple steps. These little hats are so cute, and they are perfect for any baby. Not only are these little hats adorable, but your baby can also enjoy wearing the hat any time of year because they are made from a nice breathable knit fabric.
I am excited to walk you through the step-by-step process of making these little hats. You don’t have to have a ton of sewing knowledge or skills to make these hats. All you need to be able to do is have very basic sewing knowledge and be able to follow along with the written instructions and pictures. Another great thing about this pattern is that you can choose which size you prefer to make the hats in so that they fit the baby you are making them for very nicely.
Top Knot Baby Hat Pattern
In this free sewing pattern to make the knotted baby hat, I am excited to show you how exactly to make this baby beanie with a hidden seam so that it is comfortable on the baby’s head and has a knot tied at the top of the hat. Making these little hats not only adorable, but they are practical as well for your baby to wear any time of year.
When following this hat tutorial, I am going to walk you through the easiest way to make this DIY baby hat, so that it is perfect for any new baby. Plus you can choose from a variety of sizes to make this hat pattern in, so these hats don’t only fit newborn babies, but babies of different ages and sizes.
You can enjoy following this hat tutorial to make top knot baby hats for your own baby, or to give away as a gift at baby showers. These little hats are so lovely because they work well any time of the year for your baby, and provide a lovely handmade gift to add to your collection that the new mom will appreciate.
Let’s jump right into the sewing pattern and instructions so that you can begin making these cute little hats!
DIY Seamless Baby Hat Sewing Pattern
Knotted Hat Materials
1/4 yard of jersey knit fabric (depending on the size you want to make)
Scissors or pinking shears
Straight pins
A sewing machine
Matching thread
Needle
Iron and ironing board
Knotted Baby Hat Sizes
Before you start making the knotted baby hat, it is a good idea to make sure it is going to fit the baby’s head. You can determine what size you should make by measuring the baby’s head circumference, or you can use the chart below to estimate the correct size to make, and then gather the amount of fabric you will need to make that size.
Baby Age Baby’s Head Circumference Fabric Needed
Preemie hats 8 inches ¼ yard (9 inch strip)
Newborn baby hat 13 ½ inches ½ yard (or 14 inch strip)
0-3 months 15 ½ inches ½ yard (or 16 inch strip)
3-6 months 16 ½ inches ½ yard (or 17 inch strip)
6-12 months 17 ½ inches ½ yard (or 18 inch strip)
Recommended Seam Allowance: ¼ inch
How to Make a Seamless Top Knot Baby Hat
Step 1: cut the pattern pieces
Start by downloading the pattern, then tape the pattern so that it forms one large pattern piece.
Cut out the size of hat you wish to make from the pattern. Here’s how to assemble the pattern.
Then take your fabric, and fold it in half so that there are two layers of fabric you are working with at the same time. Lay the pattern on top, making sure the fabric is nice and smooth. Use your straight pins to pin the pattern and fabric together. Then use your scissors or pinking shears to cut out the fabric.
Step 2: sew the main hat pieces
Now that your fabric is cut out, you can remove the pins, and set the paper pattern aside.
Next, take the hat pieces, and lay them so that the right sides are facing together.
Use your sewing machine on a tight zig zag stitch to sew the wrong sides together. Sew all the way around the edge, but leave a gap without stitches at the very top of the hat.
Step 3: turn the hat piece right side out
Through the gap left at the top of the hat, turn the hat pieces right side out. Use your iron on a low heat setting appropriate for knit fabric to press the hat after it has been turned.
Tuck the bottom of the hat, up inside the hat, so that the bottom edge of the hat forms a smooth brim. Iron in place once again if desired.
Step 4: sew the final seam
Thread your needle and tuck the remaining raw edges of the hat that were left at the point under. Then sew together by hand, or using your machine on a straight stitch if preferred.
Step 5: make the knot
To finish off your little hat, tie the knot at the top of the hat, and then fold the brim up at the bottom of the hat.
Your cute little top knot hat is now finished and ready to give away or let your own baby enjoy!
Download the PDF Pattern
To receive the free pattern used in the baby hat pattern, please enter your email address in the box below. Then check your email inbox for an email from me. There will be a PDF file attached to the email that you can download and print out with this pattern.
Please make sure that the pattern is printed so that the image is full sized. This way your hat will turn out to be the appropriate size.
Seamless Top Knot Baby Hat Pattern Copyright
Please note that this pattern is intended for your personal use only, and 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!
Tips and Tricks
Using a Zigzag Stitch
When you are making these top knot baby hats, I highly recommend using a narrow zigzag stitch. Using the zigzag stitch allows your stretchy fabric to have a little give to it, without ripping out the stitches.
Use Iron to Press
After turning the hat pieces right side out, I like to use my iron on a low heat setting to press the fabric open. That way it has a much nicer finished look to it. You can also press the hat after you tuck the inner portion up into the hat.
Why Use Jersey Knit Fabric
It is going to work best to make these hats when using jersey knit fabric. This way the hats are created from a nice breathable fabric, but also are nice and stretchy. You can find this type of knit fabric at your local craft store in a variety of colors and designs. I got this fabric from Hobby Lobby, and I loved it because it was nice and soft. Making it a good item for a baby to wear next to their skin. You can also find some nice options at JoAnns or Michaels, depending on your preference.
Seamless Knotted Baby Hat
This cute baby hat sewing pattern with a top knot is such a great project to make for any baby in your life, no matter if it is your own, or as a baby shower gift. I love these little hats because they are adorable and work really well to protect your baby’s head, no matter the time of year.
Thank you so much for stopping by to check out my free sewing pattern to make the cutest seamless knotted baby hat. I hope that you will give this project a try, and I hope you enjoy making it!
Happy Sewing!
More Sewing Ideas
Seamless Knotted Baby Hat Pattern
Materials
- Jersey knit fabric
- Scissors or pinking shears
- Straight pins
- A sewing machine
- Matching thread
- Needle
- Iron and ironing board
Tools
- Knotted Baby Hat Sizes
- Baby Age Baby’s Head Circumference Fabric Needed
- Preemie hats 8 inches ¼ yard (9 inch strip)
- Newborn baby hat 13 ½ inches ½ yard (or 14 inch strip)
- 0-3 months 15 ½ inches ½ yard (or 16 inch strip)
- 3-6 months 16 ½ inches ½ yard (or 17 inch strip)
- 6-12 months 17 ½ inches ½ yard (or 18 inch strip)
Instructions
- Step 1: cut the pattern pieces
Start by downloading the pattern, then tape the pattern so that it forms one large pattern piece.
Cut out the size of hat you wish to make from the pattern.
Then take your fabric, and fold it in half so that there are two layers of fabric you are working with at the same time. Lay the pattern on top, making sure the fabric is nice and smooth. Use your straight pins to pin the pattern and fabric together. Then use your scissors or pinking shears to cut out the fabric. - Step 2: sew the main hat pieces
Now that your fabric is cut out, you can remove the pins, and set the paper pattern aside.
Next, take the hat pieces, and lay them so that the right sides are facing together.
Use your sewing machine on a tight zig zag stitch to sew the wrong sides together. Sew all the way around the edge, but leave a gap without stitches at the very top of the hat. - Step 3: turn the hat piece right side out
Through the gap left at the top of the hat, turn the hat pieces right side out. Use your iron on a low heat setting appropriate for knit fabric to press the hat after it has been turned.
Tuck the bottom of the hat, up inside the hat, so that the bottom edge of the hat forms a smooth brim. Iron in place once again if desired. - Step 4: sew the final seam
Thread your needle and tuck the remaining raw edges of the hat that were left at the point under. Then sew together by hand, or using your machine on a straight stitch if preferred. - Step 5: make the knot
To finish off your little hat, tie the knot at the top of the hat, and then fold the brim up at the bottom of the hat.
Your cute little top knot hat is now finished and ready to give away or let your own baby enjoy!
How to Make a Seamless Top Knot Baby Hat
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