Two Infant Hat Patterns

Here's a couple of simple infant hat patterns. I know it's tempting to make nothing BUT baby hats, but remember - older children, teens, and adults get cold, too! :)

I also want to note that these are for under-birth-weight babies, so they will be small. If you wish to make them to fit an older, bigger baby, I'm sure you could add extra rows to make them larger.

Crocheted Cap Pattern

Abbreviation Key
“ = inch(es)
ch = chain
dc = double crochet
lp = loop(s)
mm = millimeter(s)
oz = ounce(s)
sc = single crochet
rnd = round
rep = repeat
sl st = slip stitch
st(s) = stitch(es)

Size: 12” circumference

Materials
- Medium-weight yarn, 1 oz
- Crochet hook size H (5mm) or size required for gauge
- Yarn needle to weave in ends

Gauge
7 dc = 2”

INSTRUCTIONS
Rnd 1:
Ch 4, work 11 dc in 4th ch from hook; join with a sl st to top
of beg ch: counts as 12 dc.
Rnd 2:
Ch 3 (counts as first dc, now and throughout), dc in joining
ch; 2 dc in each dc around, join: 24 dc.
Rnd 3:
Ch 3, dc in joining ch; *dc in next 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc; rep
from * around, join: 32 dc.
Rnds 4 through 11:
Ch 3, dc in the top two loops of each dc around; join.
Rnd 12:
Sc crochet in the top two loops of dc around; join, finish off.
Weave in all ends. Turn cuff up.

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Knitted Cap Pattern

Abbreviation Key
‘’ = inch(es)
CO = cast on
k or K = knit
k2tog = knit 2 stitches together
mm = millimeter(s)
oz = ounce(s)
p or P = purl
rem = remaining
rep = repeat
st(s) = stitch(es)

Size: 12” circumference

Materials
-Medium-weight yarn, 1 oz
- Size 10 (6mm) knitting needles (or size required for gauge)
- Yarn needle to sew seam

Gauge
16 sts = 4” in Stockinette St

INSTRUCTIONS
Cuff
CO 44 sts. Work in K1, P1 ribbing for1 1/2”.
Crown
Row 1 (right side): Knit.
Row 2 (wrong side): Purl.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece measures 5” from CO
edge, ending with a wrong-side row.
Shape Top
Row 1: *K2tog, K2; rep from * across: 33 sts.
Row 2: Purl.
Row 3: *K2tog, K1; rep from * across: 22 sts.
Row 4: Purl.
Row 5: K2tog, *K2, K2tog; rep from * across: 16 sts.
Row 6: Purl.
Row 7: K2tog across: 8 sts. Cut yarn, leaving a long end.
Thread yarn into yarn needle and draw through rem sts
on needle. Draw up tightly and fasten off securely.
Sew side seam.Turn up cuff.

Welcome to Yarnies for the Gospel!

Hello there and welcome!

First off, let me introduce myself and tell you about how I inadvertently started a ministry. My name is Jenn and I'm the founder of Yarnies for the Gospel. It was founded...on Friday, actually, when I was in search of an organization I could donate my crocheted goods to. Not being able to find a Christ-centered one, God provided an opportunity via my step-mom, who volunteers with The Luke Commission. She told me that she was headed back with Swaziland in February and would be willing to take with her whatever I made. I then decided to recruit some yarnie buddies, but what started out with a few blossomed into many talented ladies who were very interested in my ministry. Thus, Yarnies for the Gospel was born!

You can find more information about us in the FAQ's below. If you have any questions or are interested in donating goods or materials, please leave your email or phone number in a comment to this blog post. I promise it will not be posted for the blogosphere to see. I will update as often as I can - I am a mom to two young boys, so my free time is few and far between. :)

To get you started, I have included links to some free patterns. The list of current donations needed are in the sidebar to the right and we'll be needing infant to adult size. The more variety we can offer, the more people can be helped.

Thank you and God bless!

In His Service & For His Glory,
-Jenn