Textured Baby Beanie Pattern (Newborn to 12 Months)

Difficulty: Beginner | Yarn Weight: DK (3) | Hook Size: 4mm

Welcome a new little one into the world with this irresistibly soft textured baby beanie. The pattern features a combination of front post and back post double crochet stitches that create a beautiful ribbed texture. Quick to make and easy to customize, this beanie is perfect for gifting!

Materials Needed

• DK weight yarn in baby-soft acrylic or cotton blend – approximately 80 yards
• 4mm (G) crochet hook
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch marker
• Pom-pom maker (optional)

Sizes

• Newborn: 12–13″ circumference
• 3–6 months: 14–15″ circumference
• 6–12 months: 16–17″ circumference

Abbreviations

• ch – chain
• dc – double crochet
• fpdc – front post double crochet
• bpdc – back post double crochet
• sl st – slip stitch
• inc – increase

Pattern Instructions (Newborn size, with larger sizes in parentheses)

Rnd 1: MR. Ch 3 (counts as dc), 11 dc in ring. Sl st to join. (12)

Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in same st. 2 dc in each st around. Sl st to join. (24)

Rnd 3: Ch 3, dc in same st. *Dc in next st, 2 dc in next st.* Repeat around. Sl st to join. (36)

Rnd 4 (3–6mo and 6–12mo only): Ch 3, dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st. *Dc in next 3 (2) sts, 2 dc in next st.* Repeat around. Sl st to join. (45, 48)

Textured Sides

Rnd 5 (all sizes): Ch 2. *Fpdc around next st, bpdc around next st.* Repeat * to * around. Sl st to join.

Rnds 6–12 (14, 16): Repeat Rnd 5, keeping the fpdc/bpdc pattern aligned (fpdc over fpdc, bpdc over bpdc).

Brim

Rnds 13–15 (15–17, 17–19): Ch 1, sc in each st around. Sl st to join.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Finishing

Add an optional pom-pom to the top for extra cuteness. Make sure all yarn tails are woven in securely since this is for a baby.

Tips

Always use baby-safe, machine-washable yarn. Avoid buttons or small embellishments that could be a choking hazard. This pattern makes a wonderful addition to a baby shower gift basket paired with matching booties!