I must thank Dearest Debi for making this adorable little hat come to life.
Here is my pattern to create the base for this hat in size 6-12 months. For Debi's original size Newborn pattern click here.
To better understand my crochet abbreviations, please click Here.
4 ply Worsted Weight Yarns in RED.
4.5 MM hook or Hook Needed to obtain gauge.
Round Markers.
Gauge:
Approximately 5 rows = 2 inches.
Approximately 5 Hdc = 2 inches.
Advice:
Work the hat 'base' in a continuous round.
Mark new rounds.
Save time, measure your gauge.
Read Before Proceed.
Measure the head you are making your hat for.
Size may vary by each individuals crochet tention!
Be creative and add your own special touch!
Hide all knots and ends inside hat!
6 Months to 12 Months
Approximate Circumference = 17 inches - 18 inches.
Approximate Crown to Mid Ear = 5.5 inches. -5.75 inches.
Work up the Base.
Round 1:
Ch 2, 6 hdc in 2nd ch from hook.(6hdc)
Round 2:
Hdc to join(mnr), hdc in same st. 2 Hdc in ea st around.(12hdc)
Round 3:
Hdc to join(mnr), hdc in same st. *Hdc in next st, 2hdc in nest st*. Repeat from * to * around.(18hdc)
Round 4:
Hdc to join(mnr), hdc in same st. *Hdc in next 2 sts, 2hdc in next st*. Repeat from * to * around.(24hdc)
Round 5:
Hdc to join(mnr), hdc in same st. *Hdc in next 3 sts, 2hdc in next st*. Repeat from * to * around.(30hdc)
Round 6:
Hdc to join(mnr), hdc in same st. *Hdc in next 4 sts, 2hdc in next st*. Repeat from * to * around.(36hdc)
Round 7:
Hdc to join(mnr), hdc in same st. *Hdc in next 5 sts, 2hdc in next st*. Repeat from * to * around.(42hdc)
Rounds 8-14:
Hdc to join(mnr). Hdc in each st around.(42hdc)
For the adorable bangs and piggy tails please click here.
~Start at round 15
~I added 2 inches to the piggy tail length and used 50 pieces per side.
