Knit your little one the perfect first Christmas accessory with this Santa’s Sleeping Hat knitting pattern! Designed for newborns, this cozy elf-style hat is knit flat and seamed, making it beginner-friendly and quick to finish. The playful crochet chain and fluffy tassel add a whimsical holiday touch.
Size: Newborn
Construction: Knit flat and seamed in the back

Materials
• Red Yarn: Lion Brand New Basic 175 – approx. 50 yards( or any Yarn weight 4)
• White Yarn: Phildar Neige (or similar fur yarn) – approx. 20 yards
• Knitting Needles: US 8 (5 mm) straight needles
• Crochet Hook: US E (3.5 mm)
• Tapestry Needle
• Scissors

Gauge
12 stitches x 20 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch