This is a simple, practical baby beanie pattern designed for calm and useful making. It is worked from the bottom up in the round, with a naturally rolled brim and simple crown shaping.

The pattern is suitable for beginners who are ready to practise knitting in the round with circular needles.

Sizes:
Newborn, 0–3 months

Needles:
7mm circular needles
US 10.75
UK 2
40cm cord

Yarn weight:
Chunky / 14 ply

Gauge
Approx. 7 sts over 10cm

Construction:
Worked in the round
Bottom-up
Rolled brim
Crown shaping

Skills used:
Knit stitch
Knitting in the round
K2tog decreases
Gathered crown finishing