Baby How to Crochet an Easy Baby Beanie Updated March 4, 2026 This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, I may earn a small commission. Click to see full details of my Privacy Policy. Pin it now, make later!112Shares Learn how to crochet this quick and easy baby beanie with my step by step written pattern and video tutorial. This beginner friendly crochet baby hat pattern is suitable for a newborn baby however the size of the hat can be adjusted by going up or down a hook size, dependant on what size beanie you want to make. These adorable baby beanies make great gifts for friends and relatives or a little handmade loveliness for your own new arrival. Towards the bottom of this page there are more inspirational pattern ideas for crochet baby gifts.TABLE OF CONTENTS1. What will I Learn?2. Materials & Yools3. Where to Shop Yarn4. Pattern Notes5. Convert Pattern Terms6. Terms & Abbreviations7. Pin For Later8. Free Crochet Pattern: Baby Beanie Pattern 9. Part 110. Pattern Part 211. Video Tutorial12. More Crochet Baby Patterns13. Crochet Baby Bloomers 14. Baby Booties 15. Crochet Baby Bolero16. Baby Blanket Patterns VIEW MORE▼ What will I Learn? In this blog post you will learn how to crochet a simple newborn baby beanie, this pattern is easily adjustable by changing your hook size. Tension is important in this project as you wouldn’t want the final round being too tight on a baby’s head so if you struggle with tension, CLICK HERE as this video might help! Don’t forget, there is a video tutorial at the base of the post to help guide you through the pattern. Materials & Yools Yarn: Stylecraft Special for babies (100% Acrylic, 323 yds per 3.5oz) Hook: 5mm hook or size needed to obtain gauge (yarn calls for 4mm but I chose 5mm) Scissors Darning Needle Tape Measure: (optional but useful to have) Where to Shop Yarn Wool Warehouse we crochet Mary maxium love crafts Herrschners Pattern Notes Written in UK terms but switchable to US crochet terms below. Skill level: Beginner Gauge/Finished Size: Finished newborn hat measures between 12-14” circumferences. Example piece is 6” diameter and 5” from crown to brim. Change hook size based on your tension to achieve the right size. Video tutorial can be found at the base of the post Convert Pattern Terms Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version. view in UK terms view in US terms Terms & Abbreviations Chain (ch): Yarn over, pull through one loop on hook Treble Crochet (tr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops. Double Crochet (dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops. Slip Stitch (ss): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull yarn through stitch and loop on hook How to Crochet: A Handy Reference Guide EBook Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. You can find my EBook HERE. Pin For Later To unlock this FREE crochet pattern all you need to do is enter your email to join our mailing list and the grow app will appear, please enter your email and create a password. Now you’ve created a grow account you’ll be able to access all of the free patterns on the blog and bookmark your favourites so you can have them all in one place for easy access. If you forget your password, click the “forgot password” link and follow the prompts. Please note that the team are unable to assist with resetting Grow passwords or accessing your Grow account, so please make sure you save your login information in a safe place. Your grow account is separate from your Bella Coco account which you use to access your purchased patterns. Free Crochet Pattern: Baby Beanie Pattern You are viewing this pattern in UK terms. Part 1 Foundation chain: Ch 3, insert hook into first ch to make a sl st alternatively create a magic circle Round 1: Working into the center of the circle. Ch 2 (does not count as a stitch here or throughout), work 12 tr into centre of circle, ss to first st. (12 tr) Remember the beginning ch-2 does not count as a stitch, your slip stitch is into the first tr. Round 2: Ch 2, 2 tr into st at base of ch, 2 tr into each st around, join round with a ss to first st. (24 tr) Round 3: Ch 2, 2 tr into st at base of ch 2, tr into next st, *2 tr in next st, tr in next st; repeat from * around, ss to first st. (36 tr) Round 4: Ch 2, 2 tr in st at base of ch 2, tr in each of next 17 sts, 2 tr in next st, tr in each st to end, ss to first st. (38 tr) We increased by only 2 stitches in this round. Round 5-8: Ch 2, tr in st at base of ch 2, tr in each st around, ss to first st. (38 tr) Pattern Part 2 You are viewing this pattern in UK terms. Now take your tape measure and measure from crown to brim and see if it is close to 5”. We will add one more row, if you’re close to 5” (4.75”). If you’re much shorter than 4.5” you might want to add another round or 2 of treble crochet then proceed to the finishing round Finishing Round: Ch 1, working in between each st (not worked into the two loops at the top of the stitch, I am inserting the hook in the space between the posts of two different stitches), dc into every st around, ss into first st, ch 1. Cut off yarn with a tail of several inches Fasten off and sew in your ends Video Tutorial Or you can watch on YouTube More Crochet Baby Patterns When it comes to making items for babies I always recommend using a special baby yarn for super softness on your babies skin when making a baby blanket. Some of my favourite baby yarns include: Rico Baby Dream DK Paintbox Baby DK Sirdar Snuggly Cashmere Merino DK If you want to create a beautiful crochet wardrobe for your baby or to gift, you might like these lovely patterns. Crochet Baby Bloomers These adorable crochet baby bloomers have been designed by guest designer JJ from Peach&Paige. They are available in six different sizes from newborn up-to 2 years. You can get the free pattern by clicking below but please remember if you make these bloomers please credit and tag the designer. Click here for the blog Baby Booties Why not crochet some matching crochet baby booties to match the beanie! Just like the beanie you can make this pattern in different sizes by simply changing your hook size. These adorable beginner friendly baby booties can be customised by changing colours and adding laces. Click here for the pattern Crochet Baby Bolero This beautiful crochet baby bolero is featured on the blog by guest designer Amy Nicholls from Tiny Toes Baby Boutique. This bolero is crocheted in chenille yarn making it super soft to the touch, it has beautiful puff sleeve detailing, its cropped size is perfect for most seasons and can be made in three different sizes. click here for the pattern Baby Blanket Patterns Moss Blanket 12 Point Star Blanket By The Sea Blanket Bobble Stripe Blanket Everleigh Blanket I always love to see your makes so if you try any of my patterns or follow my stitch tutorials please tag me @bellacococrochet or use the #bellacococrochet sarah-jayne KEEP ON making Don’t miss a thing! Sign up to our newsletter, grab a cuppa and find out about the latest posts and projects. First name Email address Thanks! Please check your inbox (and junk) to confirm your subscription! Pin it now, make later!112Shares Further Reading... How to Crochet an Amigurumi Bee February 28, 2023 Learn How to Crochet a Baby Elf Hat October 9, 2025 Learn how to Crochet a Mini Crochet Octopus April 4, 2023 7 Comments Jen May 11, 2020 at 10:38 am Love these! Do you happen to have any other baby beanie size patterns like preemie and 6-12 months? Love your work and you are really easy to follow for beginner crocheters. Thanks 🙂 Reply Ling May 28, 2020 at 12:35 am Hi Bellacoco team, i really enjoyed your tutorial as it is easy for a beginner like me to follow. I have a question, my yarn is less chunkier than yours, so after finishing round 8, i only reached around 3.7 inch and the size of the beanie is quite small compare to your video. Will this be a problem? Thanks! Reply Kirsty June 7, 2020 at 4:35 pm Hi Sarah-Jayne, I am 32 weeks pregnant and have been very, very anxious throughout this pregnancy and pandemic. Learning how to crochet has brought me so many calm focused hours and I could not have done it without your tutorials. I have now made a star blanket, a full-sized blanket,flowers and this easy baby beanie. I would like to make a matching hat for my 17 month old little girl. Can you please give me some advice on how to increase the sizes of the first rows in order to make the finished item fit a bigger head? I would be very grateful. Many thanks, Kirsy Reply Isobel February 14, 2021 at 3:06 pm Hi Sarah Jayne I loved this pattern which was so easy to follow and came out looking great! I’d really like to have the same pattern but for an adult? Is there an easy way to do this? Thanks for such a smashing site – keep it up! Reply Natasha February 10, 2022 at 5:35 pm Hi! I used a larger hook but mine is still coming up short – is there a limit on how many extra rounds we can do to bring it up to size? Reply Jean November 15, 2023 at 12:18 pm Hello Sarah-Jayne, Your videos are really helpful (as I can’t follow written patterns!). Do you have a tutorial for a bigger beanie hat for babies ie 9-12months? Thank you. Jean Reply Nancy Lopez March 29, 2025 at 10:44 pm Hi, I was watching your tutorial on the beginner newborn baby cap using the style craft special baby dk yarn. Can I use a different yarn perhaps a bernat baby soft or lion brand baby soft because the websites I find for the yarn you use have a steep shipping charge? Thank you Reply Leave a Reply Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
