This gender-neutral hat is perfect for a baby 3-9 months. The bean stitch (stitch instructions included) gives this hat some extra stretch to make it super cozy and soft on baby’s head! The ears are made using a thermal stitch, which is extra thick and gives them stability to stand up high (and not hang low). The pattern includes detailed photos and diagrams to help you master these new stitches and help you along the way – what a great way to learn two new stitches! This fast, cozy pattern makes a great baby shower gift – pair it with the matching bean stitch sweater for a great set!

Gauge for Bean Stitch: 8 bean stitches across for 14 rows = 4”x4” square
Gauge for Thermal Single Crochet: 10 tsc across for 18 rows = 2”x2” square

Materials:
Sport Weight Yarn
Recommended: Machine-Washable,
Tumble-Dryable, Plant or Synthetic
Used: Knit Picks Shine Sport
Color A: Sailor (150-200m)
Color B: Pistachio (100-150m)
Size 6-G (4.0 mm) Crochet Hook
Size 5-F (3.75 mm) Crochet Hook
Yarn Needle
Scissors
Blocking tools of your choice (pins, spray bottle, steamer, water, etc…)

Stitches /Abbreviations:
ch – chain
bs – bean stitch
sc – single crochet
tsc – thermal single crochet
yo – yarn over
sk – skip
sl – slip
st – stitch
sp – space
tog – together
FL – front loops
LL – lower loops
magic ring