Go find yourself some sock yarn that stripes, and knit up this fast and easy baby hat in a few hours. (For the model, I used Crystal Palace Mini Mochi.)

It’s easy, and it features a little bit of texture with the half-linen stitch. You’ll find it interesting to knit (and will learn another way to use small scraps of yarn).

Now be prepared to hear the “Awwww.”

Really Clear Skill Rating:
Level 2: You’re becoming fairly independent with knitting. You are comfortable with knitting, purling, and perhaps a few basic stitch patterns. You might need an explanation for a technique here and there rather than having the entire pattern being step-by-step.

2-page pattern