Vintage Rose Hat Knitting Pattern - 8Ply (BC15)
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Vintage Rose Hat Knitting Pattern - 8Ply (BC15)
A charming baby hat featuring a beautifully knitted vintage-inspired rose in soft contrasting shades. With the option to knit the hat either flat or seamlessly in the round, this elegant design creates a timeless accessory that's perfect for everyday wear, special occasions, or a treasured handmade gift.
Construction
The hat is available in two versions:
- Worked flat on straight needles and seamed.
- Worked seamlessly in the round using double pointed needles.
The hat is finished with a knitted rose embellishment for a classic vintage look.
Sizes
| Age | To Fit Head |
|---|---|
| 0–3 months | 35 cm (14") |
| 3–6 months | 40 cm (16") |
| 6–9 months | 45 cm (18") |
| 9–18 months | 48 cm (19") |
Yarn Requirements
Recommended Yarn: 8 ply Merino
| Colour | 0–3 m | 3–6 m | 6–9 m | 9–18 m |
| MC – Pink | 1 × 50 g ball | 1 × 50 g ball | 1 × 50 g ball | 1 × 50 g ball |
| C1 – Vanilla | 1 × 50 g ball | 1 × 50 g ball | 1 × 50 g ball | 1 × 50 g ball |
Needles & Notions
For the flat version:
- 3.25 mm (US 3) knitting needles
- 4 mm (US 6) knitting needles
For the in-the-round version:
- 3.25 mm (US 3) double pointed needles
- 4 mm (US 6) double pointed needles
Tension
22 stitches and 30 rows to 10 cm (4") over stocking stitch using 4 mm needles.
Design Features
- Knitted vintage-inspired rose embellishment
- Two construction options: knit flat or in the round
- Soft two-colour design
- Four baby sizes from newborn to 18 months
- Timeless, elegant styling
Skill Level
Suitable for knitters who are comfortable with basic shaping and simple finishing techniques.
Why You'll Love This Pattern
The Vintage Rose Baby Hat combines classic styling with delicate handcrafted detail to create a truly special accessory for little ones. The elegant knitted rose adds a beautiful finishing touch, while the choice of knitting the hat flat or seamlessly in the round makes this pattern as versatile as it is enjoyable to knit.