Rock a Bye Baby Hat & Booties Knitting Pattern - 4Ply (BC33)
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A beautifully simple newborn set featuring a classic seed stitch hat with matching booties finished with charming tab ties. Soft, timeless, and practical, this coordinating set is perfect for welcoming a new baby, gifting, or creating a treasured handmade keepsake.
Construction
Hat
Two construction options:
- Worked flat on straight needles and seamed.
- Worked seamlessly in the round using double pointed needles.
Finished with a shaped crown and textured seed stitch throughout.
Booties
- Worked flat
- Seed stitch texture
- Tab tie fastening
- Seamed finishing
Sizes
Hat
| 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") |
Booties
| Age | To Fit Foot |
| 0–3 months | 8 cm (3.25") |
| 3–6 months | 9 cm (3.5") |
| 6–9 months | 10.5 cm (4.25") |
| 9–18 months | 12 cm (4.75") |
Yarn Requirements
Recommended Yarn: 4 ply Merino
| Colour | 0–3 m | 3–6 m | 6–9 m | 9–18 m |
| Natural | 1 × 50 g ball | 1 × 50 g ball | 1 × 50 g ball | 1 × 50 g ball |
Needles & Notions
For the Hat
For Working Flat
- 2.75 mm (US 2) knitting needles
- 3.25 mm (US 3) knitting needles
For Working in the Round
- 2.75 mm (US 2) double pointed needles
- 3.25 mm (US 3) double pointed needles
For the Booties
- 2.75 mm (US 2) knitting needles
- 3.25 mm (US 3) knitting needles
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct tension.
Gauge
28 stitches and 36 rows to 10 cm (4") over stocking stitch using 3.25 mm needles.
Checking your tension carefully is essential to achieve the correct finished size.
Design Features
- Coordinating seed stitch hat and booties
- Hat can be knitted flat or seamlessly in the round
- Classic seed stitch texture
- Shaped crown
- Booties with tab tie fastening
- Soft, lightweight 4 ply merino
- Four sizes from newborn to 18 months
Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate
Suitable for knitters who are confident with knit and purl stitches, simple shaping, and basic finishing techniques.
Why You'll Love This Pattern
The Seed Stitch Hat & Booties Set is a timeless baby ensemble designed for comfort, warmth, and everyday wear. The classic seed stitch texture adds gentle interest while remaining relaxing to knit, and the coordinating booties with tab ties complete the set beautifully. Knitted in soft 4 ply merino, this elegant design makes a thoughtful handmade gift and a cherished keepsake for a new arrival.