This free knit baby hat pattern is a one-page PDF on US Letter paper, sized for a preemie, 6/12 months, and 18 months. It uses Bernat® Softee Baby yarn, with each ball weighing 140 g / 5 oz and measuring 361 m / 395 yds. The pattern is written for knitters who can cast on, knit, purl, and decrease.
What the pattern includes
The pattern gives cast-on counts of 74 (86-86) stitches and a 6-row Feather and Fan stitch repeat. You work 18 (24-24) rows more after the initial setup, ending on a 6th row. Shaping instructions reduce the stitch count to 68 (74-79) stitches remaining at the top.
Printing and using the PDF
Print the PDF at actual size on US Letter paper. The single page holds all instructions, so you can keep it beside your work. The pattern is useful if you want a quick knit for a new baby or a gift.
Sizing note
Sizes are given as preemie, 6/12 months, and 18 months, so you can choose the cast-on that matches your recipient.
