Knitted Arden Baby Hat
Introducing the adorable Arden Baby Hat, a cozy and stylish accessory that will keep your little one warm and snug during the colder months. Crafted with love and care, this hat is expertly knitted using the finest quality yarn, ensuring both comfort and durability. The intricate knitting pattern adds a touch of elegance to the hat, making it a perfect choice for any occasion. With its timeless design and neutral color options, the Arden Baby Hat is suitable for both boys and girls. Whether you're taking your little one for a stroll in the park or attending a family gathering, this hat will add a touch of cuteness to any outfit. It's the perfect gift for baby showers or birthdays, guaranteed to bring smiles and warmth to both parents and their precious little ones.
Requires:
- DK yarn – or any yarn that knits to 22sts = 4” (10cm)
- 4mm needles
Medium Premature Baby Hat – 9″ circumference, 4½“ high
Instructions:
Cast on 48sts
Row 1: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 2: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 3: S1, * k3, p3, repeat from * to last 5sts, k3, p1, k1
Row 4: S1, k1, p3, * k3, p3, repeat from * to st, k1
Repeat the last 4 rows three times more
Row 17: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 18: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 19: S1, knit to end
Row 20: S1, purl to last st, k1
Repeat the last 2 rows once more
Row 23: S1, knit to last 2sts, k2tog (47sts)
Row 24: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 25: K2tog, knit to last st, k1 (46sts)
Row 26: S1, purl to last st, k1
Shape Top ~
Row 27: *K3, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (37sts)
Row 28: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 29: *K2, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (28sts)
Row 30: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 31: *K1, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (19sts)
Row 32: * P2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (10sts)
Cut the yarn leaving a ‘tail’.
With a yarn needle, pull the yarn through all the remaining loops and secure
Sew up side seam and weave in ends.
Large Premature Baby Hat – 10″ circumference, 5“ high
Instructions:
Cast on 54sts
Row 1: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 2: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 3: S1, * k3, p3, repeat from * to last 5sts, k3, p1, k1
Row 4: S1, k1, p3, * k3, p3, repeat from * to st, k1
Repeat the last 4 rows four times more
Row 21: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 22: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 23: S1, knit to end
Row 24: S1, purl to last st, k1
Repeat the last 2 rows once more
Row 27: S1, knit to last 2sts, k2tog (53sts)
Row 28: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 29: K2tog, knit to last 2sts, k2tog (51sts)
Row 30: S1, purl to last st, k1
Shape Top ~
Row 31: *K3, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (41sts)
Row 32: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 33: *K2, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (31sts)
Row 34: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 35: *K1, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (21sts)
Row 36: * P2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (11sts)
Cut the yarn leaving a ‘tail’.
With a yarn needle, pull the yarn through all the remaining loops and secure
Sew up side seam and weave in ends.
Newborn Baby Hat – 11″ circumference, 5½ “ high
Instructions:
Cast on 60sts
Row 1: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 2: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 3: S1, * k3, p3, repeat from * to last 5sts, k3, p1, k1
Row 4: S1, k1, p3, * k3, p3, repeat from * to st, k1
Repeat the last 4 rows four times more
Row 21: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 22: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 23: S1, knit to end
Row 24: Kfb, purl to last st, k1 (61sts)
Row 25: S1, knit to end
Row 26: S1, purl to last st, k1
Repeat the last 2 rows twice more
Shape Top ~
Row 31: *K4, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (51sts)
Row 32: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 33: *K3, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (41sts)
Row 34: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 35: *K2, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (31sts)
Row 36: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 37: *K1, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (21sts)
Row 38: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 39: * K2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (11sts)
Row 40: S1, purl to last st, k1
Cut the yarn leaving a ‘tail’.
With a yarn needle, pull the yarn through all the remaining loops and secure
Sew up side seam and weave in ends.
0 – 3 months Baby Hat – 12″ circumference, 6“ high
Instructions:
Cast on 66sts
Row 1: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 2: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 3: S1, * k3, p3, repeat from * to last 5sts, k3, p1, k1
Row 4: S1, k1, p3, * k3, p3, repeat from * to st, k1
Repeat the last 4 rows five times more
Row 25: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 26: S1, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 27: Kfb, knit to last st, k1 (67sts)
Row 28: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 29: S1, knit to last st, k1
Row 30: S1, purl to last st, k1
Repeat the last 2 rows twice more
Shape Top ~
Row 35: *K4, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (56sts)
Row 36: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 37: *K3, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (45sts)
Row 38: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 39: *K2, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (34sts)
Row 40: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 41: *K1, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (23sts)
Row 42: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 43: * K2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (12sts)
Row 44: S1, purl to last st, k1
Repeat the last 2 rows twice more
Shape Top ~
Row 35: *K4, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (56sts)
Row 36: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 37: *K3, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (45sts)
Row 38: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 39: *K2, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (34sts)
Row 40: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 41: *K1, k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (23sts)
Row 42: S1, purl to last st, k1
Row 43: * K2tog, repeat from * to last st, k1 (12sts)
Row 44: S1, purl to last st, k1
Cut the yarn leaving a ‘tail’.
With a yarn needle, pull the yarn through all the remaining loops and secure
Sew up side seam and weave in ends.