Instructions
Free crochet baby bear hat pattern Basics
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- •This Free crochet baby bear hat pattern includes organized steps, materials, and helpful resources for crocheters.
- •Hat is worked from face opening to back of head.
- •Ch 2 at beg of rows does not count as hdc throughout.
With smaller hook and MC, ch 8.
1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch to end of chain. Turn. 7 sc.
2nd row: Ch 1. Working in back loops only, 1 sc in each sc to end of row. Turn.
3rd row (buttonhole row): Ch 1. Working in back loops only, 1 sc in each of first 3 sc. Ch 1. Skip next sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc. Turn.
4th row: Ch 1. Working in back loops only, 1 sc in each sc and ch-1 sp to end of row. Turn.
5th row: Ch 1. Working in back loops only, 1 sc in each sc to end of row. Turn.
Rep last row until work from beg measures 17 (18)" [43 (45.5) cm], when slightly stretched, ending on a WS row. Do not fasten off. Place marker on side edge of Ribbing 5 (5½)" [12.5 (14) cm] up from foundation ch.
Body
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- •Find more fun crochet hats catalog patterns.
1st row: (RS). Working across side edge of Ribbing, ch 1. Work 42 (48) sc to marker. Turn.
Change to larger hook.
2nd row: Ch 2. 1 hdc in each st to end of row. Turn.
Rep last row until work from beg (including ribbing) measures 4 (5)" [11.5 (12.5) cm], ending on a WS row. PM at end of last row.
Dec as follows: 1st row: (RS). Ch 2. *Hdc2tog. 1 hdc in each of next 5 (6) hdc. Rep from * to end of row. 36 (42) hdc. Turn.
2nd row: Ch 2. *Hdc2tog. 1 hdc in each of next 4 (5) hdc. Rep from * to end of row. 30 (36) hdc. Turn.
3rd row: Ch 2. *Hdc2tog. 1 hdc in each of next 3 (4) hdc. Rep from * to end of row. 24 (30) hdc. Turn.
4th row: Ch 2. *Hdc2tog. 1 hdc in each of next 2 (3) hdc. Rep from * to end of row. 18 (24) hdc. Turn.
5th row: Ch 2. *Hdc2tog. 1 hdc in each of next 1 (2) hdc. Rep from * to end of row. 12 (18) hdc. Turn.
Size 18/24 mos only: 6th row: Ch 2. *Hdc2tog. 1 hdc in next hdc. Rep from * to end of row. 12 hdc. Turn.
Both sizes: Next row: Ch 2. *Hdc2tog. Rep from * to end of row. 6 hdc.
Fasten off leaving a long end. Draw end through rem sts and fasten securely. Sew back seam to marked row.
Outer Ear
0/5Notes
- •Make 2. For more toy-like projects check the patterns catalog.
With larger hook and MC, ch 3.
1st row: (RS). 5 hdc in 3rd ch from hook. Turn.
2nd row: Ch 2. 1 hdc in each hdc to end of row. Turn.
Rep last row until work from beg measures 4½ (5½)" [11.5 (14) cm], ending on a WS row.
Fasten off.
Inner Ear
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- •Make 2.
With larger hook and A, make as given for Outer Ear.
Join Ears
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- •For help with stitch techniques, visit Craft Yarn Council.
With WS of Inner and Outer Ear facing each other, Outer Ear facing you and larger hook, join MC with sl st to top left corner of Ears through both thicknesses.
1st row: (RS). Ch 1. Working through both thicknesses, work sc evenly down left side of Ear, 3 sc in bottom tip, work sc evenly up right side of Ear. Fasten off.
Rep for second Ear.
Finishing
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- •See the schematic for ear placement. Find more ideas on Ravelry.
Sew Ears to Hat as shown in picture.
Sew button to left side of Hat at ribbing to correspond with buttonhole.
FAQ
Questions about this pattern
Is Free Crochet Baby Bear Hat Pattern good for beginners?+
Yes. Free Crochet Baby Bear Hat Pattern is marked easy and includes step-by-step instructions, materials, gauge notes, and progress checkboxes.
What yarn weight do I need for Free Crochet Baby Bear Hat Pattern?+
This pattern lists 4-worsted-medium. If you substitute yarn, make a gauge swatch before starting so the finished size stays close to the pattern notes.
How long does Free Crochet Baby Bear Hat Pattern take to crochet?+
The estimated time is 3–5 hours. Your pace may change depending on yarn choice, stitch familiarity, and how much finishing the project needs.
Do I need to check gauge for this crochet pattern?+
Yes. The pattern gauge is 13 hdc and 9 rows = 4" [10 cm] with larger hook.. Use the listed hook size, U.S. G/6 (4 mm), unless your swatch tells you to adjust. Checking gauge helps avoid a finished project that is too small, too large, or too stiff.
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