Crochet a baby bonnet for infants aged 0-3 months is a delightful and rewarding project that results in an adorable and cozy accessory. This pattern is perfect for beginners or seasoned crocheters looking for a simple yet charming project to create a handmade gift for a new baby.
Crochet Baby Bonnet
With step-by-step instructions, you'll learn how to form the starting chain, increase rows to fit the baby’s head, and work shell stitches to build the body of the bonnet. The customizable ties and single crochet edging provide the perfect finishing touches to ensure the bonnet is not only cute but functional. Whether you’re making this for your own little one or as a thoughtful gift, this crochet baby bonnet pattern is sure to be a favorite.
Starting Chain and First Row (10 Double Crochets)
- Begin by making a slip knot.
- Chain 4 stitches.
- Join with a slip stitch into the first chain to form a circle.
- Chain 2 (these do not count as a stitch).
- Work 10 double crochets into the circle.
- Join with a slip stitch into the first double crochet (not the chain 2).
Second Row (Increase to 20 Double Crochets)
- Chain 2 (these do not count as a stitch).
- Work 2 double crochets into each of the 10 stitches from the previous row, resulting in 20 double crochets.
- Join with a slip stitch into the first double crochet.
Third Row (Increase to 30 Double Crochets)
- Chain 2 (these do not count as a stitch).
- The increase pattern: 1 double crochet in the first stitch, 2 double crochets in the next stitch (repeat this sequence around), resulting in 30 double crochets.
- Join with a slip stitch into the first double crochet.
Fourth Row (Increase to 40 Double Crochets)
- Chain 2 (these do not count as a stitch).
- The increase pattern: 1 double crochet in the first stitch, 1 double crochet in the second stitch. 2 double crochets in the third stitch (repeat this sequence around), resulting in 40 double crochets.
- Join with a slip stitch into the first double crochet.
Fifth Row (Increase to 50 Double Crochets)
- Chain 2 (these do not count as a stitch).
- The increase pattern: 1 double crochet in each of the first three stitches, 2 double crochets in the fourth stitch (repeat this sequence around), resulting in 50 double crochets.
- Join with a slip stitch into the first double crochet.
Sixth Row (Beginning of the Bonnet Body - Shell Stitches)
- Chain 3 (counts as a double crochet).
- Skip 4 stitches.
- In the 5th stitch, work a "shell" stitch: 3 double crochets, chain 1, 3 double crochets.
- Repeat the pattern of skipping 4 stitches and working a shell stitch in the 5th stitch around the row, resulting in 9 shell stitches.
- After the last shell, skip 2 stitches and work a double crochet in the third stitch.
Seventh Row (Shells in Shells)
- Chain 3 (counts as a double crochet) and turn your work.
- Work a shell stitch (3 double crochets, chain 1, 3 double crochets) into the chain-1 space of each shell from the previous row.
- At the end of the row, work a double crochet into the top of the turning chain from the previous row.
Eighth to Eleventh Rows
- Repeat the pattern of the seventh row (chain 3, turn, work shell stitches in each shell's chain-1 space, double crochet in the turning chain) for rows 8, 9, 10, and 11.
Creating the Ties
- From where you finished the last row, chain 55 stitches.
- Make a slip stitch to secure the chain.
- Cut the yarn and weave in the ends.
- Attach yarn to the opposite side of the bonnet and repeat the process to create a second 55-chain tie.
Edging with Single Crochets
- Attach yarn to the edge of the bonnet.
- Chain 1 and work single crochets evenly around the entire edge of the bonnet, including the sides and the bottom opening.
- Weave in any remaining loose ends.
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