Check out this baby beanie crochet pattern. Hudson is my son, and this was the very first beanie he ever wore. His Great Aunt made it for him in two sizes so he’d have one for each season — and honestly, it’s one of my most treasured handmade pieces. I knew I had to share this pattern with you.

It’s beginner-friendly, works up quickly, and is easily adjustable from newborn all the way up to adult sizing. The perfect handmade gift for a new arrival in your life. 💛

📥 Want a printable version to take to your yarn basket? Grab the PDF on Etsy →

💡 Tip: I love making this in a soft pastel with a contrasting pom — it photographs beautifully and makes such a thoughtful baby shower gift.

Pattern Notes:

This pattern is written for a newborn but you can easily modify both the length and the width in the following instructions. Be sure to refer to the sizing chart below to adjust to the exact size you are looking to make.

Measurements:

Newborn – 3 Months: 7in high (with brim folded 5.5in), 13 in circumference (as noted above). Be sure to check your gauge, the following adjustments will only work if you are using similar yarn weight.

Add 4 sts for every inch in hight you want to increase.

Add 4 rows for every inch in circumference you want to increase.

Materials:

• Any 3 Light yarn. I am using Bernat Softee Baby in Pale Blue and accented in White
• 4.0mm Crochet hook
• Tapestry needle

Gauge:

Crochet Gauge: 16 sc and 19 rows with a 4 mm (U.S. G/6) crochet hook

Abbreviations:

Ch: Chain

St: Stitch

SC: Single Crochet

BLO: Back loop only

Pattern:

If you are working up a ribbed version, change colours every 2 rows.

To start, ch 29

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook to end, ch 1, turn (28)

Row 2: Sc in BLO to end, ch 1, turn

Repeat Row 2 until you have achieved the correct circumference to match the size you are making. For my newborn sizing, that was approx. 52 rows.

Hudson will grow into it eventually!

Assembly:

Sew the last row of the work to the first, creating a tube. With the tapestry needle, weave along one end of the work, making sure to capture a loop from every row. Pull tight to close on top. This will create a natural pucker and fullness to the beanie. Secure tightly. Attach Pom (see instructions on how to make these below!)

Optional: for additional contrast, sc with contrast colour along the bottom brim of the beanie (as pictured in the full blue beanie).

Enjoy!

Want to learn how to make a pom? Check it out here!

If you make this for a little one in your life, I’d love to see it! Tag me on Instagram @seeloveshare — there’s nothing that makes my day more than seeing your finished projects. 💛

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