Crochet Baby Pixie Hat

Crochet baby pixie hats are absolutely adorable and perfect for keeping your little one cozy and cute in chilly weather! These charming hats typically feature a pointed top, adding a whimsical touch to any outfit. Not only are they stylish, but they also provide extra warmth for your baby's head, making them a practical choice for the cooler months. With a wide range of colors and yarn textures available, you can easily find a pixie hat that suits your baby's personality and style. Whether you're dressing up your little one for a fun photoshoot or simply looking to add a touch of charm to their everyday wardrobe, a crochet baby pixie hat is sure to be a delightful addition!

The instructions are given in both English and US terms (US terms are in brackets).

Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• dc = double crochet (sc)
• htr = half treble (hdc)
• tr = treble (dc)
• ss = slip stitch

Materials

• Double knit yarn - Approximately 25 grams for the larger sizes and 15 grams for the preemie size
• 4 mm crochet hook
• 4mm dpns or circular needle

Tension: 19 stitches and 18 pattern rows to four inches.

Pattern

Pattern = *one row dc(sc), one row htr(hdc), repeat from *

The hats are worked from the brim to the crown.

Pattern for Hat Made in the Round

Measurements

Brim

The knitted brim can be worked flat with two needles cast off then sewn to form a circle, or worked in the round with dpns or circulars as you please.

Cast on 52(60, 64) stitches and work 4(6, 6) rows k1,p1 rib.

Body of Hat

Worked with alternating rows of dc(sc) and htr(hdc).

Round 1: You can either cast off in rib, then with a 4mm hook dc(sc) 52(60,64) stitches around cast off edge or change to 4mm hook and dc(sc) all 52(60,64) stitches off needle, ss to first dc(sc).

Round 2: ch1, htr(hdc) into same stitch, htr(hdc) in each stitch round, ss into first htr(hdc), not first ch1.

Round 3: ch1, dc(sc) in same stitch, dc(sc) into each stitch round, ss to first dc(sc), not first ch1.

Repeat the last two rounds on these 52(60,64) stitches until 8(11,12) rounds have been worked.

The hat should now measure 2½(3,3½) inches from beginning; you can add extra rounds if needed.

Crown

The crown is worked by decreasing four stitches in every round.

Round 1: ch1, dec in first 2 stitches, work 11(13,14) dc(sc), *dec in next 2 stitches, work 11(13,14) stitches* repeat from * to * to end of round, ss to first dc(sc).

Round 2: ch1, dec in first 2 stitches, work 10(12,13) htr(hdc), *dec in next 2 stitches, work 10(12,13) stitches*, work from * to * to end of round, ss to first htr(hdc).

Now work each following round from the chart below beginning at 44(52,56) stitches.

You can decide how pointy you would like your hat by finishing with 8 or 4 stitches.

To Finish

Cut yarn and thread through remaining stitches and fasten off, weave in ends.

Have fun with these little hats, use up your stash yarn and make them stripy, add a pom pom or tassel, embellish them with applique.

Pattern for Hat Worked Flat

Brim

Cast on 52(60, 64) stitches and work 4(6, 6) rows k1,p1 rib. Do not cast off.

Body of Hat

Worked with alternating rows of dc(sc) and htr(hdc).

Row 1: change to 4mm hook and dc(sc) all 52(60, 64) stitches off needle, 2ch turn.

Row 2: htr(hdc) in each stitch across, 1ch turn.

Row 3: dc(sc) in each stitch across, 2ch turn.

Repeat the last two rows on these 52(60,64) stitches until 8(11,12) rows have been worked.

The hat should now measure 2½(3,3½) inches from beginning; you can add extra rows here if needed.

Crown

The crown is worked by decreasing eight stitches on every alternate row.

Keeping pattern rows correct:

Row 1: work 5(6,6) stitches, work 3 together, *work 10(12, 13) stitches, work 3 together* to last 5(6,7) stitches, work across these stitches to end. 44(52,56) stitches.

Row 2 and every alternate row work 44(52, 56) straight.

Now work from charts below. Preemie size from 44 stitches, Birth to 3 months 52 stitches.

Three to six months from 56 stitches.

To Finish

Cut yarn and thread through remaining stitches and fasten off, weave in ends.

Have fun with these little hats, use up your stash yarn and make them stripy, add a pom pom or tassel, embellish them with applique.