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Newborn Hat Knitting Pattern

This adorable newborn hat is perfect for keeping your little one cozy and stylish. The hat is knit flat with a ribbed rim and interesting detail on the main body. Follow the pattern below to create this sweet accessory for your baby.

Materials:

• Yarn: Light Worsted Weight Yarn (US), Double Knitting (UK), 8 ply (AU) - approximately 50g
• Needles: US 6 (4mm) straight knitting needles, or size needed to obtain gauge
• Tapestry needle

Gauge:

22 stitches x 30 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Pattern:

1. Ribbed Rim:

Cast on 60 stitches.

Row 1: *K2, P2; repeat from * to end of row.

Row 2: Repeat Row 1.

Repeat Row 1 for a total of 4 inches.

2. Main Body:

Row 1: Knit across.

Row 2: Purl across.

Row 3: K3, *K2tog, YO, K3; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, K2.

Row 4: Purl across.

Repeat Rows 1-4 until hat measures approximately 5 inches from cast on edge, ending with Row 2.

3. Decrease Section:

Row 1: *K2, K2tog; repeat from * to end of row.

Row 2: Purl across.

Row 3: K2tog across.

Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread tail through remaining stitches and pull tight to close the top of the hat. Seam the hat using mattress stitch.

Finishing:

Weave in all ends securely. Block the hat to shape, if desired.

Your newborn hat is now ready to keep your baby snug and stylish!

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