A Baby's First Hat, Made Stitch by Stitch

Ask any nurse: one of the first things a newborn gets is a little hat. Babies have big heads for their bodies, and keeping that head warm helps them hold on to precious body heat. That tiny first cap often becomes a keepsake that parents save for years.

We'd love for yours to be handmade.

Soft, simple, made with love

Each beanie is crocheted by hand from the softest yarns we can find, so it's gentle against brand-new skin. The stitches are snug enough to keep the warmth in and stretchy enough to slip on and off without a fuss.

Choose a color

• Soft pastel green, a calm, gender-neutral shade that works in any season
• White, brown and red, an earthy, cozy combination

The perfect shower gift

A handmade baby hat is one of those gifts parents actually use, and then keep. It's lovely on its own, tucked into a card or tied to a gift with a ribbon. For a bigger present, pair it with another piece from our crochet baby collection:

• A tiny vintage-style cardigan, made just for preemies
• A baby bundle with a blanket, a onesie and a bib
• A granny square hat in baby size for when they grow

Caring for handmade baby items

Wash gently in cold water and lay flat to dry so the stitches keep their shape. And take a photo of baby wearing it. Those first-hat pictures are the ones people treasure most.

See everything we crochet in our crochet guide.