Honeycomb Baby Blanket and Matching Hat, My New Crochet Pattern

Like many other people across the USA and around the world, I've been practicing self-isolation and social distancing for four weeks now. These are challenging times for all of us, and staying at home to protect not only ourselves but others as well is the best thing to do right now! 

But what do you do when you suddenly have so much time on your hands?

Well, I've been crocheting! 

Most recently I made a baby blanket and a matching hat (in three sizes). This project was a lot of fun to work on! 

The textured fabric of the blanket and hat, soft and puffy, looks and feels so luxurious! And mind you, this baby set is made from affordable Pound of Love yarn by Lion Brand. 

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Actually, for this project you will need two Pounds of Love, as this stitch is definitely a yarn eater!  

The finished size of my blanket is 46 by 38 inches. I used hook size H (5 mm).

I used a simple edging with scallops not to take away from the beauty of the main stitch. I think it worked well! 

This is what the main stitch looks like on the wrong side! Also very pretty! 

The baby hat comes in three sizes - newborn, 0-6 months, and 6-12 months.

The patterns are available in my Etsy and Ravelry shops! The blanket and hat patterns can be purchased separately, on as a set (on Etsy only) for a lower, bundle price. 

Stay safe and healthy, and enjoy some crochet!

Crochet Baby Blanket and Hat Set, New Crochet Patterns

I have two new patterns fresh off my hook! 

And it was a big size hook! 

Which is surprising as oftentimes I use smaller size hooks, so that my stitches come out neat and tight! 

Well, not this time! I purposefully used a larger size hook (size I, 5.5 mm) with a baby sport (category 2) yarn to achieve a soft, lacy texture! 

And I'm really happy with the results! 

Both the blanket and hat turned out soft and airy! 

The video tutorials for the hat and blanket are available on Youtube! 

And the written patterns are available in my Etsy and Ravelry shops!  

Pink Marshmallows Baby Hat to Match the Blanket

Thank you for your kind comments on my latest baby blanket pattern. 

I now have a pattern for a matching hat. 

Unlike most of the baby hats I've created before, this one is worked from bottom up. 

The pattern comes in one size 0-3 months, and the finished hat measures about 12 inches in circumference and 5 inches in height. 

I used a hook size G/6 (4.25 mm) and the same yarn as for the blanket - Snuggly Wuggly Big by Loops & Threads. In fact one skein was enough to make the blanket and the hat. 

The pattern is available in my shops: Etsy, Craftsy, and Ravelry. 

Lacy Baby Blanket with Ruffled Trim and a Matching Hat

I often get emails or messages through my Etsy shop from people asking whether I take crochet commissions. Most of the time I don't. 

I always have so many crochet (and now knitting!) projects of my own, that I can hardly find time for commissions. In addition, I've had some negative experiences in the past when the commissioner would just disappear.

Someone contacted me recently, and I was really moved to help this lady. It turned out she used to live in my city though now she lives in a different state. She needs two baby blankets for her friends' babies. 

And I absolutely love working on baby items. There is just something very special and heartwarming about crocheting for new little angels. 

She was also very kind to pay me upfront, which any crocheter who takes commissions greatly appreciates. 

So this is the first set that I made!

Those of you who follow my blog would probably recognize the Lacy Baby Blanket pattern. It is the most popular pattern on my blog. And it also was the very first pattern that started me on my pattern writing path!

The pattern for the matching hat in size 3-6 months is also available free on my blog.

And I also have the pattern for the same hat in size 0-3 months. 

But you will notice that I made a different edging both on the blanket and the hat (my customer wanted a ruffled border). I don't have a written pattern for that, but this link could be useful. 

The yarn I used was Snuggly Wuggly by Loops & Threads, which is one of my favorite yarns for baby blankets. I used size E/4 (3.5 mm) hook for the blanket. For the trim I used a bigger, size G/6 (4.25 mm) hook as I wanted it to be very light and airy. 

I am now working on the second blanket!

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Newborn Hats for Charity

I am working on reducing my stash and since I have a lot of leftover acrylic baby yarn (small amounts left from making bigger projects like blankets and baby dresses), I decided to make a bunch of newborn hats to donate.

I have made tons of baby hats before, but this is yet another new pattern.

I like the ribbed texture it has. It can be made in one color, or a multitude of colors. 

I've made half a dozen hats so far. But there is still so much yarn left. I will be making more! 

Charity Newborn Hat Crochet Pattern

Hat to Match the Blanket and Lots of Rain

I now made a baby hat to match the White Lace Blanket. It's very simple, featuring the same open stitch in the front. 

I also have an idea for a baby dress with the same stitch, but I'm already working on another two projects. These days I simply cannot stop crocheting. And it's the rain to blame! 

It's been pouring here in Northern California for days now! Which is good, of course, as we've been experiencing drought for too long.  

My favorite place to crochet right now is on my bay window. This is the only place in the house that offers enough natural light for crocheting. 

I use my mom's Czech crystal vase as a yarn bowl. When I saw it at her place, I was like: Hah, this would be perfect for keeping my yarn ball! Works great! 

It's nice to stay inside, crochet, daydream, and watch the rain behind my window! 

Calendula Baby Hat Crochet Pattern

Most of the patterns in my Etsy shop are baby hats. And I've been getting requests for new ones, which is a nice thing of course. It's nice to know my patterns are useful. 

I finished this one just a couple of days ago. I named it Calendula Baby Hat. It's actually quiet difficult to come up with a unique name (a lot of patterns in my shop are simply names Baby Hat Pattern, which sometimes creates confusion for my customers). 

When I picked a few Calendula flowers from my backyard to add as a back prompt for the photo, the name seemed to be right there. This hat is bright and cheerful but simple, just like Calendula flowers. 

The pattern is for size 0-3 months (about 14 inches in circumference and 6 inches in height), but it can be adjusted to a bigger size simply by using a bigger size hook and/or heavier yarn.

I used category 3, baby yarn by Plymouth Yarn called Dreambaby DK. 

The pattern is available in my Etsy shop. 

Flower Clusters Diaper Cover

I had another request for a diaper cover pattern that would match the blanket and the hat. So here is its. 

It's quite simple and quick to make. 

The pattern is available here. 

Delicate Lace Crochet Baby Hat, Free Pattern from Pinterest

I think this is one of the most beautiful crochet items I've ever made!

I made this hat for a friend's baby. I'm sure it will look adorable on her. I was thinking about adding a flower, but this lacy stitch is so beautiful, it doesn't really need any other embellishments.

I came across this symbol chart (crochet diagram) for this hat on Pinterest. Click here to see it.

I used super fine, category 1, cashmere yarn and a size D/3 (3.25 mm) crochet hook. 

I can't say exactly how many yards of yarn I used. Not many, as the stitch is very open and light in texture. 

I tried the pattern twice. The first time my hat was coming out too big. So at the second attempt, in first round I started with 12 dc in ring instead of 16.
The rest of the pattern worked out the same and my hat came out the right size I needed - about 16 inches in circumference and 6.5 inches in height. 

I made a trim different from the one in the original pattern. I tried that one and I didn't like it. So I simply made a few rounds of single crochets.

This is not an easy pattern. It involves front post double crochets and crossed double crochets. And of course, it involves the ability to read/follow crochet charts.

Star Stitch White and Pink Baby Set, Baby Afghan and Baby Hat

When I made this baby blanket, I just knew it would look so much better in white. So here is a baby set that I made for a friend's baby. 

I also added a flower appliqué both to the blanket and to the hat. 

My very detailed pattern is available on Ravelry, Etsy, and Craftsy. 

Pink Clusters Crochet Baby Set

A couple of months ago I designed and wrote the pattern for this clusters baby blanket. And since then it's been on my mind to make a matching baby hat. Finally, here it is.  

Quite simple clusters hat in size 0-3 months. The finished size is approximately 14 inches in circumference and 5.5 inches in height. 

The pattern is available in my Etsy shop together with the blanket, or separately. 

Also available on Ravelry 

and 

Craftsy.

Preemie Girls Baby Hat Free Crochet Pattern

Today I have a new preemie baby hat pattern to share. But before I get to the pattern, I want to share the story that inspired me to create these tiny preemie hats.

One of the customers from my Etsy shop bought all the preemie baby hat patterns that I have (shown on the photo below). She left me a note sharing that when her daughter was born she was quite small, but this Christmas she will turn twenty-one. 

So Janet is going to make twenty-one preemie hats, and on the Christmas Eve day, she will take them to the neonatal ward at the hospital where her daughter was born. 

I was touched by Janet's kindness and I also felt honored that she will be using my patterns. 

While there are lots of free or paid baby hat patterns on the web, there are not that many patterns for premature babies. I hope my pattern will be useful and will inspire crocheters for acts of kindness just like Janet's. 

For these hats I used Handicrafter crochet thread by Bernat. At the moment, it's my favorite thread to work with for baby and kids items. It's an acrylic thread that gives a soft and stretchy texture.  

Olga Poltava © March, 2016

This pattern may not be redistributed in any form. But you are welcome to make items for personal use, for charity, or for sale. 

Size: preemie

Measurements: about 12 inches in circumference (plus stretch) and 4 inches in height

Skill Level: Beginner

Materials:

1.75 mm steel hook

100% acrylic crochet thread size 5 (Handicrafter by Bernat)

Amount needed: about 100 yards

Premade satin ribbon flowers (optional)

Gauge: first 4 rounds = 2.5 inches in diameter

Abbreviations:

ch: chain

sl st: slip stitch

dc: double crochet

V-st: (dc, ch 1, dc) all in same space

* * Instructions between asterisks should be repeated as many times as there are stitches to accommodate them or as many times as stated.

Ch 5, join in ring with sl st.

Round 1: ch 4 (counts as 1^st dc and ch 1), *dc in ring, ch 1* 11 times; join with sl st to 3^rd ch of beginning ch-4. (12 dc)

Round 2: sl st in next ch-1 space, ch 4, dc in same ch-1 space (counts as 1^st V-st), V-st in each ch-1 space around; join with sl st to 3^rd ch of beginning ch-3. (12 V-st)

Round 3: sl st in next ch-1 space, ch 4, dc in same ch-1 space (counts as 1^st V-st), ch 1, *V-st in next V-st, ch 1* around; join with sl st to 3^rd ch of beginning ch-4. (12 V-st)

Round 4: sl st in next ch-1 space, ch 4, dc in same ch-1 space (counts as 1^st V-st), V-st in next ch-1 space, *V-st in next V-st, V-st in next ch-1 space* around; join with sl st to 3^rd ch of beginning ch-4. (24 V-st)

Round 5: sl st in next ch-1 space, ch 4, dc in same ch-1 space (counts as 1^st V-st), V-st in each V-st around. (24 V-st)

Round 6: same as Round 3. (24 V-st)

Repeat Round 6 until the hat measures 4 inches in height.

Last Round: sl st in next ch-1 space, ch 3, 2 dc in same ch-1 space, ch 3, sl st in 3^rd ch from hook (picot made), 3 dc in same ch-1 space, *(3 dc, ch 3, sl st in 3^rd ch from hook, 3 dc) all in next V-st* around; join with sl st to 3^rd ch of beginning ch-3. (24 shells)

Fasten off.

Decorate the hat with premade satin ribbon flowers (optional). 

Simples Shells Baby Summer Hats

The weather is almost summer-like here in California, and I am in the mood for summer crochet projects. 

I made these summer baby hats using 100% mercerized cotton (to be exact, I used Grace by Patons). 

This is a simple and basic pattern. The finished hat can be decorated with crochet or fabric flowers of your choice, ribbons or buttons, or just left as it is.  

The pattern is available in two sizes: 3-6 months, and 6-12 months.

It's available in my Etsy and Craftsy shops. 

Preemie and Micro Preemie Baby Caps, Free Crochet Pattern

There are lots of baby hat patterns available on the Internet; however, there are not that many preemie baby hat patterns. So I would like to share my simple pattern for these preemie and micro-preemie baby caps. I know a lot of ladies crochet for charities, so I hope my patterns will be useful.

US Hook size F/5 (3.75 MM)

Light worsted yarn, about 30-40 yards

For the beanies shown above I used Beehive Baby Sport by Patons

Gauge: first 3 rounds = 2.75 inches in diameter

Abbreviations:

ch chain

sl st slip stitch

sc single crochet

dc double crochet

* * Instructions between asterisks should be repeated as many times as there are stitches to accommodate them.

Size: Preemie, about 11 inches in circumference (plus stretch), and 4.25 inches in height

Magic ring.

Round 1: ch 3 (counts as 1^st dc), 11 dc in ring; join with sl st to 3^rd ch of beginning ch-3. (12 dc)

Round 2: ch 3 (counts as 1^st dc), dc in same beginning space, 2 dc in each dc around; join with sl st to 3^rd ch of beginning ch-3. (24 dc)

Round 3: ch 3 (counts as 1^st dc), dc in same beginning space, dc in next dc, *2 dc in next dc, dc in next dc* around; join with sl st to 3^rd ch of beginning ch-3. (36 dc)

Round 4: ch 3 (counts as 1^st dc), dc in same beginning space, dc in next 2 dc, *2 dc in next dc, dc in next 2 dc* around; join with sl st to 3^rd ch of beginning ch-3. (48 dc)

Round 5: ch 1, sc in back loop only in same beginning space, sc in back loop only of each dc around; join with sl st to 1^st sc. (48 sc)

Round 6: ch 1, sc in back loop only in same beginning space, sc in back loop only of each sc around; join with sl st to 1^st sc. (48 sc)

Repeat Round 6 until the hat measures 4.25 in height. Fasten off.

Size: Micro-Preemie, about 9.5 inches in circumference (plus stretch), and 4 inches in height

Magic ring.

Round 1: ch 3 (counts as 1^st dc), 9 dc in ring; join with sl st to 3^rd ch of beginning ch-3. (10 dc)

Round 2: ch 3 (counts as 1^st dc), dc in same beginning space, 2 dc in each dc around; join with sl st to 3^rd ch of beginning ch-3. (20 dc)

Round 3: ch 3 (counts as 1^st dc), dc in same beginning space, dc in next dc, *2 dc in next dc, dc in next dc* around; join with sl st to 3^rd ch of beginning ch-3. (30 dc)

Round 4: ch 3 (counts as 1^st dc), dc in same beginning space, dc in next 2 dc, *2 dc in next dc, dc in next 2 dc* around; join with sl st to 3^rd ch of beginning ch-3. (40 dc)

Round 5: ch 1, sc in back loop only in same beginning space, sc in back loop only of each dc around; join with sl st to 1^st sc. (40 sc)

Round 6: ch 1, sc in back loop only in same beginning space, sc in back loop only of each sc around; join with sl st to 1^st sc. (40 sc)

Repeat Round 6 until the hat measures 4 inches in height. Fasten off. 

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