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Easter Chick Hat

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Easter Chick Hat
6-9 months

Ally and I found a great sale on Sugar n Cream cotton yarn early this week and I loaded up.  Thursday while waiting on hubby I thought I’d organize my stash dresser and thought to myself as I picked up the yellow cotton that it was the same color as a daffodil….and the same color as a baby chick.

Well that got the gears turning. “ A baby chick hat would be so cute…Brady could use a spring hat and cotton would be wonderful for that…Brady wears tons of blue and brown but he’s rarely if ever in yellow…is there any such thing as an Easter Chick hat?…I’ve never really done much with half double crochet besides a headband….I really could use some practice with hdc….who cares if there is a pattern, I don’t want to take time to look, I’ll just crochet a beannie and add a face to it….the chick’s mouth should be open like his is whenever he sees someone with food…this could be fun!”

I grabbed my hook and started crocheting.  Within 2 hours I had this cute little hat.

Thank goodness his mama liked it too :)

Here is the info and a link below it to save or print the pattern.  Sorry for the lack of quality in the photos.  If you follow my blog you will remember that a couple somebody’s in my house asked to borrow the camera and forgot to bring it back in the house before it rained so all my pics are with my cell or our ancient digital camera at this time.  It probably doesn’t matter any way though because Mister Brady is crawling and pulling himself into a standing position so he is always on the move and difficult for to grab a pic of.

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Gauge – 6hdc = 2″
Row gauge not important as you will measure length.

You will need:

  • Worsted weight cotton yarn
  • Optional scraps of white, black and orange for facial feature embellishments
  • 6.5 (US K) Crochet hook
  • Darning needle to weave in ends and/or attach optional facial feature embellishments

Stitches Used in This Pattern-


Half Double Crochet
Optional Stitches
Loop Stitch-  http://crochetpatterncentral.com/directory/stitches.php
Brick Stitch (aka Crazy Stitch)- http://crochetpatterncentral.com/directory/stitches.php

PRINT OR DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN HERE

Crochet Owl Hat

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Until I made my last post with the Monkey and Mouse hat patterns I did not realize this on had been sitting in my drafts. Ugg, I should quit using drafts ;)

I found this great forum for crocheters called Crochetville.  They have a board where you can publish your own original patterns and they board is loaded with awesome crochet ideas.  Although it is hard for me to spend much time there at this time of year I did save several posts to my favorites and look forward to after gardening season so I can spend more time there because the people are so helpful and the TALENT there!

This pattern was published in the free original crochet patterns board.  It is a crochet owl hat in toddler size but would, of course, be easy to make larger/smaller if desired.

 

Free crochet pattern for Owl Animal Hat

Free crochet pattern for owl hat

To see the pattern just click http://www.crochetville.org/forum/showthread.php?t=122078 or on the photo above.

 

Monkey & Mouse Hats for Baby

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I think it’s official, I have a serious obsession with animal hats!!!  LOL no really, it just seems that now since I have figured out how to make them I see all these other ideas that I for one reason or another was not able to find when I was looking for the info.

These hats along with the Sock Monkey Hat and the Owl Hat are top candidates for my Fav’s.  These are other people’s patterns that I love, these are not my patterns.

 

Cute Monkey Hat Pattern: This is a single crochet hat for a 6-12 month baby (but remember, it’s easy to make different sizes).  I love how she has done the ears so they curl in.  The pattern is here or you can just click on the picture.

Free crochet pattern for baby's monkey hat

Easy animal hat pattern that uses single crochet

Minnie Mouse Hat: When Ally started climbing out of her crib and needed her first ‘big girl’ bed I redecorated her entire room in Minnie Mouse.  If I had been into crochet at that time she would have been wearing these hats and most likely would have had them in a vast array of bow colors so they would match any outfit.

Free Minnie Mouse hat pattern in crochet

Easy double crochet pattern - perfect for a beginner

This pattern uses double crochet.  This is probably the most comprehensive crochet pattern I have seen, it is more like a tutorial making it an excellent find for a newer crocheter. And the ears—Oh check out the ears.  I have spent so much time trying to figure out how to make semi circles for bear ears so they would lay flatter when sewn to the hat.  Her method is perfect.  The pattern is here or you can just click on the pic of the mouse hat above.

UPDATE :  It was brought to my attention that the link above for the Minnie inspired hat no longer works.  This was a free download from the pattern site linked but the pattern was apparently removed.   Because this was another person’s pattern that I was linking to to the best of my knowledge there is no copy of it available on the Internet.  There is however, a very similar pattern on Ravelry here:  http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/mickey–minnie-mouse-inspired-hat-pattern

UPDATED: FEB 20, 2012 Over the weekend I crocheted a hat  using the Minnie Mouse Inspired Hat pattern linked above.  Here is how it turned out

Mouse hat crochet pattern

Click on the picture to see the pattern I used or simply crochet a beanie and add round ears and a bow

It is a free pattern on Ravelry and the designer has a very helpful video showing how to you sew embellishments, like round ears, onto an animal hat and avoid the ears flopping.  Her pattern is here:  http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/mickey–minnie-mouse-inspired-hat-pattern

Crochet Flower Lesson

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Remember the video I posted of the lady making a half double crochet Easter Bunny hat in this blog post?  Well I realized I had accidentally removed her video from the post when I added a knitted pattern either last night or this morning so I went to find it and ended up glued to her video lessons for quite a while.

She has some really cool crochet flowers that she walks you thru making.  They are done in groups of 3 and layered.  I so want to make one to embellish either a hat or a headband.

Here is her video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qpRWWHemkHs

Kitty Cat Baby Hat – Crochet

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This is still a work in progress.  You are free to use the pattern directions below and even crochet along with me.  I will be posting a pic of the FO as soon as its done.  (hung up on how to make almond shapes for the eyes……thinking…)

 

 

KITTY CAT Crochet Hat
Newborn – Double Crochet



This pattern is for a newborn sized hat in double crochet.  If you would like additional sizes, single crochet, half double crochet or are looking for different types of animal faces for hats please check this page on my website for updates: http://www.allyssite.com/crochet-animal-hats-index.html

Terms of Service for this pattern: You are free to use finished garments from this pattern as you choose.  If you give any credit to the website (www.allyssite.com) it would be greatly appreciated but not required.  If you feature this pattern on the internet or any physical publication, do not include the wording or text of the pattern, instead provide a link to our website.


My Gauge with Worsted Weight and a 6.5 mm crochet hook (size K) in double crochet is 6 st x 3 rows = 2″

You will need:

  • Worsted weight yarn
  • scrap yarn in contrasting colors if you are adding trim, any ears or facial features
  • Size K crochet hook
  • Smaller crochet hook or yarn needle to weave in ends.

Yarn needle to attach optional facial features

 

HAT Pattern

To double crochet the body of your hat

Chain 2 and double crochet 10 times into 2nd chain from hook or
if you are using magic circle make 10 dc in loop.

Row 1 – Make 2 dc’s in each stitch. Place marker on last stitch
made. You should have 20 stitches

Round 2 – *2 dc in next stitch, 1 dc in next stitch* repeat
around (30 stitches total)

NOTE – If you want to make this hat larger in round 3 increase
10 stitches instead of six like I did with the dog hat

Round 3 – *2 dc in next stitch, 1 dc in each of the next 5 stitches* repeat
around (36 stitches total)

Following rounds – dc in each stitch around hat making sure to
move marker with each completed row.

If you will be attaching earflaps crochet until hat measures 4“
tall and do NOT cut yarn. Then proceed with earflaps.

If you will not be attaching earflaps crochet until hat is 5“
tall, cut yarn, fasten and weave in end.

EARFLAPS

Dc 6 stitches beyond your maker

Ch 3 and turn

Dc across each stitch (6)

Turn. Do not chain. DC in the top of each stitch (you should now
have 5)

Turn. Do not chain. Dc in each stitch (4)

Repeat last row (3)

Fasten, cut yarn and weave in ends.

Skip across 4” and place a marker. This will be where you begin
your next earflap and the space between the ear covers will
become the back of the hat.

Slip stitch to attach yarn and proceed with earflap as you did
the first.

Trim- with contrast yarn attach with slip stitch behind right
ear. Ch 1, and sc around entire hat and earflaps. Cut yarn and
weave in loose ends.

Kitty Cat Ears and Nose/Mouth – (These same sizes work for the 0-3 mo size also)
Nb-3 mo

(Cat) Ears

Make 2

Chain 5

Rows 1 and 2: Sc 4, ch1, turn (4)

Row 3: Sc all, do not chain, turn (4)

Row 4: Sc all, do not chain, turn (3)

Row 5: Sc all, do not chain, turnn(2)

Row 6: Sc all, do not chain, turn (1)

(Cat) Nose

Ch4

In 2nd ch from hook triple crochet 2, slip stitch in next, 2 triple crochet in next.

Fasten and attach to hat

Crochet Sock Monkey Hat

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Sock Monkey Hat to Crochet

 

sock monkey hat pattern, crochet

Isn't this the cutest! If Ally checks out the blog she will be wanting one of these for Brady! You can click on the pic to go to the site with the pattern

I had to share this…It is positively adorable.

This pattern from the Knotty Knotty blog just went on my list of things to make the grandsons for Christmas and gave me a reason to buy some tweed yarns I’ve had my eye on ;)

You can visit her site and get the pattern either by clicking http://knottyknotty.blogspot.com/2011/03/free-sock-monkey-hat-pattern.html or just click on the pattern.

 

Newborn Hats for Hospitals

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I kept the hats our children received at the hospital when they were born. Vee’s and Stephanie’s were handknit and I keep them with my stashed yarn always thinking someday maybe I will knit these little hats to donate. Today, when I was checking out Knitting pattern Central’s new patterns I came across this free pattern. Aren’t they so cute??! http://themakeyourownzone.blogspot.com/2011/03/knitting-newborn-hats-for-hospitals.html

Guess when I’m off my kick of crocheting baby hats and animal hats I have an idea what I’ll be knitting :)

Puppy Dog Hat Pattern

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NEW - This hat pattern in toddler size >>>HERE

Crochet a Puppy Dog Animal Hat
0-3 months

Crochet Eyes, Ears and a nose to make a puppy dog hat.


 You will need

  • Worsted weight yarn
  • scrap yarn in contrasting colors for adding trim, eyes, nose, or ears
  • Size K crochet hook
  • Yarn needle to weave in ends.

 

This pattern is for a newborn sized hat in double crochet.  The finished hat is 13 1/2″ as opposed to many patterns you find for a 15″.  In my family this would be better suited for 0-3 months, which is different than newborn.  If you have a 6 or 7 pound baby you may want a hat a few stitches smaller. If you will in fact want a smaller hat so the baby can wear it home from the hospital, please check this page for a 6 or 7 lb baby hat.

If you would like additional sizes, single crochet, half double crochet or are looking for different types of animal faces for hats please check this page on my website for updates: http://www.allyssite.com/crochet-animal-hats-index.html

Terms of Service for this pattern: You are free to use finished garments from this pattern as you choose.  If you give any credit to the website (www.allyssite.com) it would be greatly appreciated but not required.  If you feature this pattern on the internet or any physical publication, do not include the wording or text of the pattern, instead provide a link to our website.

PRINTABLE PDF OF THIS PATTERN

 

Easily Navigate to the sections of this pattern:
Hat Eyes, Ears nose

HAT Pattern

To double crochet the body of your hat

Chain 2 and double crochet 10 times into 2nd chain from hook or
if you are using magic circle make 10 dc in loop.

Row 1 – Make 2 dc’s in each stitch. Place marker on last stitch
made. You should have 20 stitches

Round 2 – *2 dc in next stitch, 1 dc in next stitch* repeat
around (30 stitches total)

Round 3 – *2 dc in next stitch, 1 dc in next stitch* repeat
around (40 stitches total)

Following rounds – dc in each stitch around hat making sure to
move marker with each completed row.

If you will be attaching earflaps crochet until hat measures 4“
tall and do NOT cut yarn. Then proceed with earflaps.

If you will not be attaching earflaps crochet until hat is 5“
tall, cut yarn, fasten and weave in end.

EARFLAPS

Dc 6 stitches beyond your maker

Ch 3 and turn

Dc across each stitch (6)

Turn. Do not chain. DC in the top of each stitch (you should now
have 5)

Turn. Do not chain. Dc in each stitch (4)

Repeat last row (3)

Fasten, cut yarn and weave in ends.

Skip across 4” and place a marker. This will be where you begin
your next earflap and the space between the ear covers will
become the back of the hat.

Slip stitch to attach yarn and proceed with earflap as you did
the first.

Trim- with contrast yarn attach with slip stitch behind right
ear. Ch 1, and sc around entire hat and earflaps. Cut yarn and
weave in loose ends.

To add a dog face to the crochet hat just crochet and sew on these embellishments.  Because these animal hat patterns are for babies please make sure the eyes, ears, noses and other parts are securely sewn to your finished garment.  Personally I would not recommend buttons for children under three.

Keep in mind, these are for the newborn sized hats.  If you are trying to use this pattern for a larger hat you probably won’t like the look so check out site for more sizes: http://www.allyssite.com/crochet-animal-hats-index.html

Disclaimer – I am not a child safety expert nor am I providing guidance.  My statements regarding safety are only my opinions as a mother and grandmother.  By crocheting and adding these embellishments you claim full moral and legal responsibility for the outcome and safety of the hat you create.

 

Puppy Dog Ears – floppy

Leaving a tail of 12” ch 7-

1- dc in 4th ch from hook and all ch across (4)

2- ch2, turn, dc all (4), ch 2 and turn

3- Increase by making 2 dc in 1st stitch, dc across and 2
dc in last stitch (6) ch 2 and turn

4-5 6 7 dc all, ch 2, turn (6)

8- dc2tog, dc 2, dc2tog, ch2, turn

9- dc all (4) do not turn

Slip stitch into side of ear nearest your hook, ss all
the way around ear. Fasten and weave in ends.

Repeat for 2nd ear.

Fasten and cut yarn leaving a long enough tail for sewing
to hat.

Place on sides of hat. Pin in place and use same color
yarn and a large needle to sew the ears to the sides of the
hat.

Puppy Dog Eyes

(Make 2)

Ch 2

Row 1- 6 sc in last chain from hook

Row 2- 2 sc in each sc. Slip stitch to join.

Fasten and cut yarn leaving a long enough tail for sewing
to hat.

Place on front of hat. Pin in place and use same color
yarn and a large needle to sew the eyes to the front of the
hat. (If you are using an eye patch see below before sewing
on)

Puppy Dog Eye Patch

(optional- shown as blue in photo)

With eye patch color, ch 2 and follow instructions for
eyes except add an additional row as follows

Row 3- ch 1 (counts as first sc), sc in each sc around
(12)

Fasten and cut yarn leaving a long enough tail for sewing
to hat.

Place on of the eyes onto the eye patch with right sides
facing you. Making sure the eye is centered, sew it atop the
eye patch and trim all loose yarn.

Place on front of hat. Pin in place and use same color
yarn and a large needle to sew piece to the front of the
hat.

Puppy Dog Nose-

Ch 2

Row 1: 6 sc in last chain from hook

Row 2: 2 sc in each sc. (12)

Rows 3 &4: sc in each sc around (12)

Pin in place on front of hat and use same color yarn and
a large needle to sew piece to the front of the hat.

PRINTABLE PDF OF THIS PATTERN

Crochet Earflap Hat – 0-3 months

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I wanted to make a puppy dog hat with earflaps for a new baby but most of the patterns I found either made 15″ hats…which is 2 inches too big for newborn babies with 13″-14″ heads, or the patterns called for a small crochet hook, [I rarely use anything smaller than my K 6.5 mm as smaller hooks make my hands and wrists ache] OR the patterns were something like 0-6 months..which is a huge difference in size…

So I just decided to write up my own patterns.

The hat pattern is below for 0-3 months
If you are looking a a bit smaller there is a newborn pattern here which makes a 12 1/4- 12 1/3″ hat.

The embellishments for the dog hat are here.
To make Kitty Cat Ears or a Nose click here

Free baby earflap hat crochet pattern. Dog, bear and frog crochet hats Easily add ears, eyes, and a nose to make frog hats, puppy dogs hats, panda bear hats or kitty cat hats. You will need 

  • Worsted weight yarn
  • scrap yarn in contrasting colors if you are adding trim, eyes, nose, or ears
  • Size K crochet hook
  • Smaller crochet hook or yarn needle to weave in ends.

 

Gauge= 6 stitches = 2″

HAT Pattern

 

To double crochet the body of your hat

Chain 2 and double crochet 10 times into 2nd chain from hook or
if you are using magic circle make 10 dc in loop.

Row 1 – Make 2 dc’s in each stitch. Place marker on last stitch
made. You should have 20 stitches

Round 2 – *2 dc in next stitch, 1 dc in next stitch* repeat
around (30 stitches total)

Round 3 – *2 dc in next stitch, 1 dc in next stitch* repeat
around (40 stitches total)

Following rounds – dc in each stitch around hat making sure to
move marker with each completed row.

If you will be attaching earflaps crochet until hat measures 4“
tall and do NOT cut yarn. Then proceed with earflaps.

If you will not be attaching earflaps crochet until hat is 5“
tall, cut yarn, fasten and weave in end.

EARFLAPS

 

Dc 6 stitches beyond your maker

Ch 3 and turn

Dc across each stitch (6)

Turn. Do not chain. DC in the top of each stitch(you should now
have 5)

Turn. Do not chain. Dc in each stitch (4)

Repeat last row (3)

Fasten, cut yarn and weave in ends.

Skip across 4” and place a marker. This will be where you begin
your next earflap and the space between the ear covers will
become the back of the hat.

Slip stitch to attach yarn and proceed with earflap as you did
the first.

Trim- with contrast yarn attach with slip stitch behind right
ear. Ch 1, and sc around entire hat and earflaps. Cut yarn and
weave in loose ends.

Make this
crochet hat into a

-Puppy Dog Hat

-Kitty Cat Hat

-Easter Chick Hat

-Frog Hat

-Bear or Panda
Bear Hat

Easter Bunnies and Bunny Hats

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I found these adorable little Easter Bunny appliques at Bev’s County Cottage.  They are crochet and can be attached to baby and children hats.  The crochet bunnies are here: http://www.bevscountrycottage.com/bunny2.html.

The ‘Bunny Hats’ she has can be found here:  http://www.bevscountrycottage.com/bunnyhat.html the hats are knitted.

There is a free Easter Bunny Crochet pattern at Fave Crafts (after you get done with their pop up) using sc (single crochet).  It just says Baby but doesn’t give a size. Given the fact they are using a 5mm hook and 48 stitches I would say this pattern is for a 3-6 month baby.  You can make this larger simply by continuing with the pattern of 6 increases per round until your circle (actually it will look like an octagan) is 1/3 the width you want your hat to be and then pick up again on round 9.  Of course if you are making it larger it stands to reason you would probably want to make it longer so you would just keep hooking til your desired length.
I positively adore how they have done the ears in rounds!!

Below is a video that walks you thru crocheting an Easter Bunny Hat in various sizes using hdc (half double crochet)

This hat and the one at Fave Crafts linked above do not have earflaps. Remember the are very quick and easy to add on as shown here where we attached ear covers to a double crochet hat.

Just found this one linked from KnittingPatternCentral.com.  It is a knitted Bunny Hat pattern–positively adorable