December 1, 2014: I’ve significantly revised the pattern. This update from the earlier version includes changes in gauge, sizes, numbers of stitches to cast on, lengths to knit, and formatting; hopefully all changes are for the better. I’ve also added a list of online references (with hyperlinks) for the skills and techniques used in this pattern.

Learn to knit, purl, change colors, and sew a straight seam, while keeping your baby’s ears warm!

Difficulty: Beginner

Measurements: 11.5 (12.25, 13.5, 14)“

Yarn: Brown Sheep Cotton Fleece (80% Cotton, 20% Wool, 215 yds/100 gm)

Needles: US Size 7 (4.5 mm)

Gauge: 22 sts = 4”

Note: As of November 29, 2010, there is an updated version of this pattern. The new version includes hat measurements.

The photo copyrighted fancycoats was taken by Sarah Vaillancourt of Brown Eyed Photography (www.browneyedphotography.com)