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How many stitches do you cast on for a baby hat?
Cast on 30 stitches. The length should be at least 2 inches. How do I introduce a second color of yarn in the knitting project?
What yarn is safe for babies?
Yarn fibre
Top fibre choices for baby knits include acrylic, cotton, bamboo and superwash wool (particularly merino), but whatever you choose make sure it’s soft, soft, soft. Take a trip to your local yarn store so you can smoosh the yarn and check its softness in person.
What size should a baby hat be?
Hat Size Charts
| Age | Head Circumference | Hat Height |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn | 14″ | 6″ |
| Baby – 3 to 6 months | 17″ | 7″ |
| Baby 6 to 12 months | 18″ | 7.5″ |
| Toddler – preschooler (12 months – 3 years) | 19″ | 8″ |
How many rows do you knit for a baby hat?
Loom Size / Hat Size
| Hat Recipient | Avg Head Circumference | Number of Rows |
|---|---|---|
| Preemie | 12 in / 30 cm | 20-25 |
| Newborn | 14 in / 36 cm | 25-30 |
| Baby – 1 yr. | 18 in / 46 cm | 25-30 |
| Toddler | 21 in / 53 cm | 25-30 |
How many stitches do you need for a hat?
Shape the top of the hat (top shaping)
| Gauge | Number of Stitches between Markers |
|---|---|
| 3 sts/inch | 7 (8 ,8) |
| 4 sts/inch | 10 (10, 11) |
| 5 sts/inch | 12 (13, 13) |
| 6 sts/inch | 15 (16, 16) |