Thursday, 5 April 2018

Welcome Aboard Baby Hats

I wanted to make a little baby shower gift for the son of one of my friends. 

The couple are expecting their first baby - a boy - and have planned a nautical baby shower party.

I didn't even know that shower parties are themed these days ! I thought that that the new baby was the theme! I must be getting a bit out of touch! 

Anyway - I sat down to make a couple of little hats - and then I just got carried away ........ I was so enjoying myself that I seem to have made four little hats already, with another on the needles !! 

Welcome Aboard Baby Hats


Welcome Aboard Baby Hat

DK yarn in two or three colours – less than 20g in total
(Suggestions include navy, white, red, grey, pale blue or yellow)

4mm needles

A little anchor button (optional)



For a baby of 0 - 3 months

Size           
Width:    5½ “ (14cm),   11” (28cm) all around 
Height:   5½ “ (14cm)


Pattern:

Using main colour, cast on 65sts

1st Row           S1, *k1, p1, rep from * to last 2sts, k2
2nd Row          S1, *p1, k1, rep from * to end

Repeat last 2 rows 3 times more
Work 22rows in stocking stitch (one row knit, one row purl) any 2row stripe pattern of your choosing - do not cut off the first colour, simply carry it loosely up the side and use as required

Continue in your stripe pattern whilst you shape the top ~

Shape the top ~
1st  Row:  (K6, K2 tog) repeat to last st, k1               57sts
2nd, 4th,6th,8th,10th  Rows:  Purl
3rd  Row:  (K5, K2 tog) repeat to last st, k1               49sts
5th  Row:  (K4, K2 tog) repeat to last st, k1               41sts
7th  Row:  (K3, K2 tog) repeat to last st, k1               33sts
9th  Row:  (K2, K2 tog) repeat to last st, k1               25sts
11th  Row (K1, K2 tog) repeat to last st, k1               17sts
12th  Row (P2 tog) repeat to last st, k1                      9sts
Cut yarns (leaving a long ‘tail’ to use for sewing up), draw the end through all stitches, pull up tightly.
Sew up the seam.  Darn away ends.


Add a little anchor button for added cuteness! 

Image result for nautical clip art



 I am happy for you to use my patterns for your own use or for charity donations.  
In addition:  You can gift or sell any finished items you make from my patterns.    
However, please do not copy my patterns
 
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This pattern (the information and photos) may not be copied or reproduced
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7 comments:

  1. Hello Sailor, welcome to the world thank you for a great wee free pattern

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  2. Can't wait for Memmorial Day, Flag Day and Fourth of July! These are so unique. Love them.

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  3. This hats good for my kids, These are not for adults
    Layasa

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  4. Thanks for another lovely pattern. I made one this week for my grandson, in grey and lemon, and mittens to match from another pattern of yours. I love them!

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    1. Grey and lemon is a great combination! :)

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  5. Thank you so much for the use of this adorable pattern..I cant wait to get started on it..Again Thank you for sharing..

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