Crochet Adorable Newborn Teddy Bear Bonnet Free Pattern

Crochet Adorable Newborn Teddy Bear Bonnet Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight yarn in cream
• Crochet hook size G-6 (4.00 mm)
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Gauge: 4 sts x 2 rows = 1 inch in single crochet

Size: Newborn (9-11 lb)

Instructions:

Bonnet:

1. Start with a magic ring, ch 1, and work 6 sc into the ring. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (6 sts)
2. Ch 1, 2 sc in each sc around. Join with a sl st. (12 sts)
3. Ch 1, *sc in next sc, 2 sc in next*, repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st. (18 sts)
4. Ch 1, *sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next*, repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st. (24 sts)
5. Ch 1, *sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next*, repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st. (30 sts)
6. Continue increasing 6 sts per row until reaching the desired crown size (about 5 rounds total).
7. Once the crown is formed, sc evenly without increases until the piece measures about 6” from the starting center.
8. Finish off and weave in the ends.

Ears (Make 2):

1. Start with a magic ring, ch 1, and work 6 sc into the ring. Join with a sl st. (6 sts)
2. Ch 1, 2 sc in each sc around. Join with a sl st. (12 sts)
3. Ch 1, *sc in next sc, 2 sc in next*, repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st. (18 sts)
4. Finish off, leaving a long tail for attaching. Flatten each ear slightly and sew onto the top sides of the bonnet.

Ties:

1. Attach yarn at the corner of the bonnet edge, ch 50, fasten off. Repeat on other side. These will be the ties for securing the bonnet.

Finishing:

Sew in any loose ends and adjust the ears if necessary to ensure they are symmetrical. Block the bonnet lightly if needed to shape.