This cute little hat is an adaptation for babies of my “That easy Guernsey hat” pattern: thinner yarn ideal for the little ones (soft, washable), and elasticity that makes it comfortable and cosy.

Only basic skills are needed: knit and purl in the round, and a basic decrease technique.
Instructions are written.
A chart is provided to help you with the beautiful but really simple textured pattern.

This unisex pattern is knit in the round and bottom up, and comes in 4 baby sizes:

• Preemie (P) : to fit head circumference from 28 to 33 cm (11” to 13”).
• Newborn (N) : to fit head circumference from 33 to 38 cm (13” to 15”).
• 6 months (6) : to fit head circumference from 38 to 43 cm (15” to 17”).
• 12 months (12) : to fit head circumference from 43 to 48 cm (17” to 19”).

The yarn used in the sample shown is Pingouin Pingorex Baby (50g = 210 m/230 yds).
This yarn is now discontinued.
For yarn substitution, I recommend that you use Katia
Peques.
You will find other yarn suggestions here on Yarn Sub.