🧶 Beautiful ✨ Detailed 💝 Adorable

Bonnie Beanie Pattern

Bonnie Beanie Pattern
3.9★ Rating
2-4 Hours Time Needed
1.3K Made This
✂️

Beginner Friendly Level

Perfect for those just starting their crochet journey, with clear instructions and simple techniques

⏱️

Bite-Sized Project

Finishes in 2-4 hours—perfect for an afternoon of creative relaxation.

🧣

Snug Essential

Everyday comfort with practical charm, designed for both functionality and style through changing seasons.

About This Bonnie Beanie Pattern

This pattern makes the Bonnie Beanie — a soft baby hat worked in continuous rounds using Paintbox Baby DK Prints. It includes sizes from 0–3 months up to 18–24 months and a pretty pom pom finish. The hat has a removable-style ribbed brim worked at right angles for a neat edge.

Bonnie Beanie Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Instructions are written in US terminology with UK equivalents in brackets and include sizing notes for each age. The pattern is ideal for a quick, satisfying project and makes a lovely handmade gift.

Why You'll Love This Bonnie Beanie Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines minimal shaping with a charming, wearable design that works for all baby sizes. I enjoy how the continuous rounds create a smooth fabric and how the brim worked at right angles gives a polished finish. The Pom pom is a fun, quick touch that makes each hat feel special and gift-ready. I also love that the pattern uses Paintbox Baby DK Prints for beautiful yarn colour changes with no extra sewing.

Bonnie Beanie Pattern step 1 - construction progress Bonnie Beanie Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Bonnie Beanie Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Bonnie Beanie Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love customizing this beanie by swapping the Paintbox Baby DK Prints for a solid or tonal DK yarn to change the look instantly.

I often change hook size and yarn weight to create different finished sizes — a thicker yarn and larger hook will make a chunky toddler or adult version.

I like adding stripe sequences by switching colours every few rounds to make a vintage striped beanie; plan colour changes so stripes sit evenly.

Try working the brim in a contrasting colour or in two colours, alternating rows for a mock-folded brim effect that looks hand-stitched.

I sometimes replace the pom pom with a tassel, crocheted flower or a small applique to suit the recipient — these small details change the personality of the hat.

For extra warmth, I sew a soft fleece lining into the brim and body; this is especially useful for very cold climates or windy days.

I also experiment with adding earflaps and ties to make the hat snugger for babies who need extra coverage.

To make a matching set, I crochet a small pair of mittens or a neck warmer using the same colours and yarn to create a coordinated gift set.

I sometimes embroider small initials or motifs on the brim before joining to personalize the hat for a baby shower gift.

If I want a super neat brim join, I block the hat lightly and then join the brim using small, even slip stitches so the seam sits flat and tidy.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not counting increases correctly during early rounds leads to uneven shaping; count stitches at the end of each round and use a stitch marker to mark the start of the round. ✗ Skipping the place marker instruction can make it hard to track round starts when working in continuous rounds; place a marker in the last stitch of each increase round and move it up as you work. ✗ Using the wrong hook for the brim can change the look and fit; switch to the specified US D/3 (3mm) hook for the brim for the correct rib tension. ✗ Fastening off or joining when the pattern instructs to continue can break the continuous round flow; follow the instructions to work the brim without fastening off and turn to work at right angles. ✗ Pulling yarn too tight when working the ribbed brim can distort the edge; keep even, relaxed tension when joining and working the brim rows.

Bonnie Beanie Pattern

Make a sweet, cozy Bonnie Beanie for babies aged 0–24 months with this beginner-friendly crochet pattern. Youll love the simple construction worked in continuous rounds, a neat ribbed brim and a playful pom pom to finish. The pattern includes all sizes and clear instructions so you can create a handmade hat quickly and confidently.

Beginner Friendly 2-4 Hours

Materials Needed for Bonnie Beanie Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Paintbox Yarns Baby DK Prints, 50g (1 3/4 oz) balls
  • 02
    Quantities (per size): 0-3 months: 1 ball; 3-6 months: 1 ball; 6-12 months: 1 ball; 12-18 months: 2 balls; 18-24 months: 2 balls
  • 03
    Suggested colours: Mermaid, Misty Forest or Pastel Party
  • 04
    Yarn weight: Baby DK (#3/DK)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook US E/4 (3.5mm)
  • 02
    Crochet hook US D/3 (3mm) for brim
  • 03
    1 place marker (stitch marker)
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Yarn/tapestry needle for sewing in ends
  • 06
    Measuring tape
  • 07
    Pom pom maker or cardboard for pom pom (optional)

Progress Tracker

0% Complete

— Hat :

Info :

Make a MR using US E/4 (3.5mm) crochet hook.

1st round :

1 ch (does not count as st), 6 sc (dc) in MR, do not join or turn. (6 sts)

2nd round :

2 sc (dc) in each st around. (12 sts)

Info :

PM in last st of round and move up as you work each round.

3rd round :

[2 sc (dc) in next st, 1 sc (dc) in next st] 6 times. (18 sts)

4th round :

[2 sc (dc) in next st, 1 sc (dc) in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24 sts)

5th round :

[2 sc (dc) in next st, 1 sc (dc) in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30 sts)

6th round :

[2 sc (dc) in next st, 1 sc (dc) in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36 sts)

7th round :

[2 sc (dc) in next st, 1 sc (dc) in next 5 sts] 6 times. (42 sts)

8th round :

[2 sc (dc) in next st, 1 sc (dc) in next 6 sts] 6 times. (48 sts)

9th round :

[2 sc (dc) in next st, 1 sc (dc) in next 7 sts] 6 times. (54 sts)

10th round :

[2 sc (dc) in next st, 1 sc (dc) in next 8 sts] 6 times. (60 sts)

11th round :

[2 sc (dc) in next st, 1 sc (dc) in next 9 sts] 6 times. (66 sts)

12th round :

[2 sc (dc) in next st, 1 sc (dc) in next 10 sts] 6 times. (72 sts)

For size 0-3 months only :

13th - 32nd rounds 1 sc (dc) in each st around. (72 sts). Continue to brim.

For size 3-6 months only :

13th round [2 sc (dc) in first st, 1 sc (dc) in next 11 sts] 6 times. (78 sts). 14th - 35th rounds 1 sc (dc) in each st around. Continue to brim.

For size 6-12 mths only :

13th round [2 sc (dc) in first st, 1 sc (dc) in next 11 sts] 6 times. (78 sts). 14th round [2 sc (dc) in first st, 1 sc (dc) in next 12 sts] 6 times. (84 sts). 15th - 38th rounds 1 sc (dc) in each st around. Continue to brim.

For size 12-18 months only :

13th round [2 sc (dc) in first st, 1 sc (dc) in next 11 sts] 6 times. (78 sts). 14th round [2 sc (dc) in first st, 1 sc (dc) in next 12 sts] 6 times. (84 sts). 15th round [2 sc (dc) in first st, 1 sc (dc) in next 13 sts] 6 times. (90 sts). 16th - 40th rounds 1 sc (dc) in each st around. Continue to brim.

For size 18-24 months only :

13th round [2 sc (dc) in first st, 1 sc (dc) in next 11 sts] 6 times. (78 sts). 14th round [2 sc (dc) in first st, 1 sc (dc) in next 12 sts] 6 times. (84 sts). 15th round [2 sc (dc) in first st, 1 sc (dc) in next 13 sts] 6 times. (90 sts). 16th round [2 sc (dc) in first st, 1 sc (dc) in next 14 sts] 6 times. (96 sts). 17th - 42nd rounds 1 sc (dc) in each st around. Continue to brim.

— Brim :

Info :

For all sizes. Without fastening off, ss in next st at end of final round of hat body, turn to work at right angles to the hat body and continue as follows: Using US D/3 (3mm) hook, make 6 ch.

1st row :

(right side) 1 sc (dc) in second ch from hook and in each of next 4 ch, ss in next st on final round of hat body, turn. 5 sc (dc) and 1 ss.

2nd row :

Miss 1 ss, 1 sc (dc) in BLO of next 5 sts, turn. 5 sc (dc) BLO.

3rd row :

1 ch (does not count as st throughout), 1 sc (dc) in BLO of next 5 sts, ss in next 2 sts on final round of body, turn. 5 sc (dc) BLO and 2 ss.

4th row :

Miss 2 ss, 1 sc (dc) in BLO of next 5 sts, turn. 5 sc (dc) BLO.

Info :

Repeat 3rd and 4th rows around the bottom of the hat finishing on a 4th row.

To join the brim :

Working on the wrong side from the outside edge back towards the body of the hat, ss in FLO of each st of previous row and BLO of each corresponding ch from 1st row. Fasten off and weave in ends.

To Finish :

Make a small pom pom and sew securely into the centre of the magic ring at the crown. Sew in any remaining ends.

Assembly Instructions

  • Without fastening off, join brim: ss in FLO of each stitch of previous brim row and BLO of each corresponding chain from the 1st row, fasten off and weave in ends securely.
  • Make a small pom pom and sew it securely into the centre of the magic ring at the crown so it sits centred and stable.
  • Weave in any remaining yarn ends neatly on the wrong side and trim excess yarn to avoid bulk inside the hat.
  • If using multiple balls or colour changes, secure and weave joins on the inside of the hat to keep the outside neat and tidy.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark the last stitch of increase rounds and move the marker up as you work to keep track of the start of each round.
  • 💡Work in continuous rounds as instructed for a smooth finish; the pattern gives US terminology with UK equivalents in brackets.
  • 💡Yarn quantities are approximate and based on average requirements; using a different yarn may affect size and requirements.

This cheerful Bonnie Beanie is a quick, beginner-friendly make thats perfect for baby gifts and nursery wardrobes. The continuous-round construction and neat ribbed brim create a polished, cozy hat every time. Add a fluffy pom pom to finish for an irresistible handmade touch. 🧶🎀

You ask,

we answer.

FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The pattern provides finished circumferences for sizes 0-3, 3-6, 6-12, 12-18 and 18-24 months; see the finished measurements section for exact dimensions (30–40 cm circumference depending on size).

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

You can substitute yarn, but this will change the finished size and gauge; choose an appropriate hook for the yarn weight and check your gauge (24 sts and 27 rows = 10cm on 3.5mm).

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is beginner friendly, so basic knowledge of single (double) crochet, working in the round, increases and working in BLO/FLO is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish this baby beanie in about 2-4 hours depending on size and experience, with larger sizes taking a bit longer.