Our babies are so precious and have very sensitive skin. Help protect your baby from the elements with this adorable sun hat crochet pattern.

With this free pattern, for a size 6-9 month sun hat, I really wanted to show how different the finished product can be. Thank you everyone who tested out my pattern and to Jerri Sparks Photography for taking this beautiful photo.  Also, check out the 12-18 month size , toddler size, child, and adult sizes.

6-9 Month Sun Hat Crochet Pattern

Supplies:
4 ply worsted weight yarn ( I think “I Love This Yarn” is what works best for a snug fit  but  “Peaches and Cream” works better for those bigger heads ;))
5mm (H/8) hook

Abbreviations:
CH – Chain
SC- Single Crochet
HDC – Half Double Crochet
DC – Double Crochet

Round 1: Magic Ring, CH 3, DC 10, pull ring tight, join to top CH of CH 3

Round 2: CH 3, 2 DC each DC around. Join to top CH of CH 3. (20 DC)

Round 3: Ch 3. *2 DC in next DC, DC in next DC, repeat from * around. Join to top CH of CH 3. (30 DC)

Round 4: CH 3. *2 DC in next DC, DC in next 2 DC, repeat from * around. Join to top CH of CH 3. (40 DC)

Round 5: CH 3. *2 DC in next DC, DC in next 3 DC, repeat from * around. Join to top CH of CH 3. (50 DC)

Round 6-10: CH 3, DC in each DC around. Join to top CH of CH 3

Round 11: ~Working in front loop only for this round only~CH 2, *2 HDC in next loop, HDC in next 2 loops, repeat from * around, connect to top of CH 2

Round 12: CH 2 *2 HDC in next stitch, HDC in next 2 stitches, repeat from * around, connect to top of CH 2

Round 13: CH 2*2 HDC in next stitch, HDC in next 4 stitches, repeat from * around, connect to top of CH 2

Round 14: CH 1, SC around, connect to CH 1

I used 7 strands of yarn and weaved them in and out every 2 stitches in row 10. Make sure you leave a little slack so the hat can stretch over the child's head.