Moomin-Inspired Crochet Anti-Scratch Baby Gloves — Free Pattern & Materials

Keep tiny hands safe and adorable with these Moomin-inspired crochet anti-scratch gloves for babies. This quick, beginner-friendly pattern creates soft, stretchy gloves decorated with little ears, eyes and a Snorkmaiden-style hair tuft. The gloves are intended to prevent accidental scratching while remaining lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear. Below you'll find materials, the full round-by-round pattern, assembly notes and useful tips for sizing and care.

Introduction

Crochet anti-scratch gloves for babies are a cute and practical way to protect delicate skin while keeping little hands free to move. These gloves are gentle, soft, and made with a simple round construction that makes them quick to work up. The Moomin-inspired details (ears, eyes and hair) add a playful touch — perfect as a baby shower gift or a handmade keepsake.

Materials

• Cream, white, dark yellow, blue, brown and black yarn (pattern uses yarn with a gauge of about 24–30 sts = 4 inches)
• White elastic (for wrist gather)
• Hook: 3 mm

Pattern

Glove - Make 2

Using cream yarn:

RND 1: 6 sc in MR (6)

RND 2: inc around (12)

RND 3: *sc 3, inc* 3 X2 (18)

RND 4: sc 4, inc 4, sc 5, inc 4, sc (26)

RND 5: sc around (26)

RND 6: sc 8, inc 2, sc 11, inc 2, sc 3 (30)

RND 7 - RND 20: sc around (30)

It's time for elastic now - thread it between row 19 and 20.

Tie ends and cut off unwanted parts.

RND 21: sc around (30)

RND 22: sc 29, ss (30) FO

Ears - Make 4 (2 for each glove)

Using cream yarn:

RND 1: 8 sc in MR (8)

RND 2: sc 8 (8)

RND 3: dec, sc, dec, sc, dec (5)

RND 4: sc around (5)

RND 5: dec, dec, ss (3) FO

Take black thread and make little black rectangles on each ear.

Sew ears in place right before the 19th row.

Eyes (White Part) - Make 4 (Two for each glove)

Using white yarn:

RND 1: 6 sc in MR (6)

RND 2: inc 4 (8) FO

Eyes (Color Part) - Make 4 (Two brown and two blue)

Using brown or blue yarn:

RND 1: 5 sc in MR (5)

RND 2: sc 3, ss (4) FO

Snorkmaiden's Hair - Make 1

Using yellow yarn:

RND 1: 9 ch

1st Hair: 5 ch, TURN, ss 2, sc 2, ss in base chain from RND 1,

2nd Hair: 7 ch, TURN, ss 2, sc 4, ss in base chain from RND 1,

3rd to 6th Hair: 7 ch, TURN, ss 2, sc 4, ss in base chain from RND 1,

7th Hair: 5 ch, TURN, ss 2, sc 2, ss in base chain from RND 1, FO

Sew the hair between the ears.

Now sew the eyes, with thick black thread make her beautiful eyelashes and use brown for the pupils, as shown in the photo for reference.

Now sew the Moomin eyes, also make brows and eyelashes with black thread.

Assembly & Finishing

• Sew ears on each glove before the 19th round as noted so they sit evenly on the front of the glove.
• Position eyes and hair symmetrically; use small, secure stitches so pieces withstand wear and washing.
• Thread elastic between rounds 19 and 20 for a gentle wrist gather that keeps the glove in place. Knot the elastic ends and tuck the knot inside the stitchwork.

Tips, Abbreviations & Care

• Abbreviations used: sc = single crochet, MR = magic ring, inc = increase, dec = decrease, ss = slip stitch, ch = chain, FO = fasten off.
• To size up or down: adjust the number of increase rounds and total rounds; test on the baby's hand as you go to ensure a comfortable fit. The pattern as written is suitable for newborns and small infants; add more rounds for larger hands.
• Safety: always supervise babies while wearing items with small sewn-on parts. Make sure all embellishments are sewn on tightly to avoid choking hazards.
• Care: hand wash or machine wash on a gentle/delicate cycle in a mesh bag and lay flat to dry to preserve shape and softness.

Enjoy making these sweet Moomin-inspired anti-scratch gloves — they make a thoughtful handmade gift and a useful accessory for newborns and infants.