Immerse yourself in the joy of making a cozy crochet turban hat for a little one aged 0-6 months. This simple project brings the warmth of your love into a fashionable accessory for babies. With easy-to-follow steps, you'll turn soft yarn into an adorable turban hat that makes the perfect gift or keepsake.
Crochet Turban Hat
Materials Needed
- Soft yarn (like Alice Baby Best; recommended for baby products)
- Crochet hook (4 millimeter)
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
Pattern Instructions:
Ring and First Row:
Start with a magic ring:
- Create a magic ring.
Chain 3:
- This counts as the first double crochet.
- Work 11 double crochets into the ring.
- Join with a slip stitch to the top of the initial chain 3.
Second Row:
- Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet).
- Double crochet into the same space, then two double crochets in each chain space around.
- Join with a slip stitch to the top of the initial chain 3.
- You should have 24 double crochets in this round.
Third Row:
- Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet).
- Two double crochets into the next chain space, one double crochet into the following chain space.
- Continue with two double crochets in one space and one double crochet in the next around.
- Join with a slip stitch to the top of the chain 3.
Fourth Row:
- Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet).
- Alternate between one and two double crochets in each chain space (starting with one double crochet into each of the next two chain spaces, followed by two into the next).
- Join with a slip stitch to the top of the chain 3.
Fifth Row:
- Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet).
- Follow the pattern of one double crochet into each of the next three spaces, then two double crochets in the fourth space.
- Join with a slip stitch to the top of the chain 3.
Final Rows:
- Chain 3 and double crochet in each stitch all the way around without increases.
- Check the size (should measure about 6 inches in length).
- Fold the piece in half to find the midpoint at the front. Place a stitch marker there.
- Start next rows where you continue double crochet stitches but make decreases around the marked point to create the turban twist by skipping stitches as explained previously.
Turban Twist:
Create blade pleats:
- at the front to form the turban effect and carefully sew these pleats in place.
Finishing Touches:
Make a band:
- by chaining 15, then work single crochets back along the chain for three rows.
- Attach this band to the hat to cover up the gathered stitching, sewing securely around.
- Weave in all ends securely and trim excess yarn.
Decoration (Optional):
- Add buttons, flowers, or other decorations as desired to enhance the look of your turban beanie.
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