Knitted Candystripe Baby Hat

Crafted with care and attention to detail, this adorable baby hat features a charming candystripe pattern that is sure to delight both parents and little ones alike. The soft, cozy yarn used in this hat is gentle on delicate skin, making it the perfect accessory for keeping babies warm and stylish during the colder months.  Whether you're looking for a cute gift for a baby shower or simply want to add a touch of whimsy to your child's wardrobe, this hat is sure to be a hit.

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Each hat took only 11g so I will be able to make quite a few more.

Materials:

Basic Candystripe Baby Hat - premature baby

Using 3.25 mm needles cast on 57sts for a premature baby

Work 8 rows in K1, P1 rib

Change to 4mm needles and work in stocking stitch ( one row knit, one row purl ) until 8cm in length from the beginning

Shape Crown

Row 1: S1, * k5, k 2 tog, repeat from * to end

Rows 2, 4, 6, 8 & 10: Purl across row

Row 3: S1, * k4, k2 tog, repeat from * to end

Row 5: S1, * k3, k2 tog, repeat from * to end

Row 7: S1, * k2, k2 tog, repeat from * to end

Row 9: S1, * k1, k2 tog, repeat from * to end

Row 11: S1, * k2 tog, repeat from * to end

Row 12: S1, * p2 tog, repeat from * to end

Cut off yarn, leaving a tail. Thread tail onto a needle and pass through remaining stitches. Pull to gather up.

Sew side seam. Weave in ends.

Basic Candystripe Baby Hat - newborn baby

Using 3.25 mm needles cast on 64sts for a newborn baby

Work 10 rows in K1, P1 rib

Change to 4mm needles and work in stocking stitch ( one row knit, one row purl ) until 10cm in length from the beginning

Shape Crown

Row 1: S1, * k5, k 2 tog, repeat from * to end

Rows 2, 4, 6, 8 & 10: Purl across row

Row 3: S1, * k4, k2 tog, repeat from * to end

Row 5: S1, * k3, k2 tog, repeat from * to end

Row 7: S1, * k2, k2 tog, repeat from * to end

Row 9: S1, * k1, k2 tog, repeat from * to end

Row 11: S1, * k2 tog, repeat from * to end

Row 12: S1, * p2 tog, repeat from * to end

Cut off yarn, leaving a tail. Thread tail onto a needle and pass through remaining stitches. Pull to gather up.

Sew side seam. Weave in ends.