Crochet Baby Sherlock Hat Pattern

Crochet a charming Baby Sherlock Hat that combines style and warmth, making it a delightful accessory for your little one! This hat features playful earflaps and a front flap with buttons ensuring it not only looks good but is practical too. The pattern is designed for two sizes: 12 months and toddler sizes, allowing for a perfect fit as your child grows.

About the Crochet Project

The Crochet Baby Sherlock Hat Pattern showcases a classic design inspired by the beloved fictional detective character. With its earflaps, this hat is perfect for keeping tiny ears warm during chilly weather. Utilizing vibrant colors from Stitch Nation by Debbie Stoller’s “Alpaca Love™” yarn line gives this project a unique and attractive look. This article will guide you through all the necessary materials, instructions, and tips for creating this adorable baby hat.

this Pattern

Materials

Yarn

• Stitch Nation by Debbie Stoller™ “Alpaca Love™”:
  • 1 skein each:
    • 3520 Peacock Feather A
    • 3620 Fern B

Crochet Hook

• 5mm [US H-8]

Supplies

• 6 stitch markers
• Two ¾” buttons
• Yarn needle
• Matching sewing thread and needle

Crochet Abbreviations

• inc (increase) = 2 sc in next sc.
• dec (decrease) = [draw up a loop in next sc] twice, yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook.

Note: Do not cut colors but drop to the wrong side until required on alternate rounds.

Pattern Notes

This pattern is worked in rounds for the hat and includes specific instructions for earflaps and a front flap. Ensure that you follow the increase and decrease techniques to achieve the desired shape. The alternating color pattern creates a dynamic, visually interesting design.

Hat (Crochet in Rounds)

Shape the Hat

With color A (Peacock Feather), ch 4; join with a slip stitch to form a ring.

Rounds 1–7

• Round 1: Ch 1, 8 sc in ring; join with a slip st in the first sc – (8 sc)
• Round 2: With color B (Fern), ch 1, inc in each sc around; join – (16 sc)
• Round 3: With color A, ch 1, [sc in sc, inc] 8 times; join – (24 sc)
• Round 4: With color B, ch 1, [sc in 2 sc, inc] 8 times; join – (32 sc)
• Round 5: With color A, ch 1, [sc in 3 sc, inc] 8 times; join – (40 sc)
• Round 6: With color B, ch 1, [sc in 4 sc, inc] 8 times; join – (48 sc)
• Round 7: With color A, ch 1, [sc in 5 sc, inc] 8 times; join – (56 sc)

Size-Specific Round 8

12 Months Size Only—Round 8: With B, ch 1, sc in each sc around; join – (56 sc)

Toddler Size Only—Round 8: With B, ch 1, [sc in 6 sc, inc] 8 times; join – (64 sc)

Continue Rounding

Rounds 9–25 (both sizes): Alternate color every round, ch 1, sc in each sc around; join. Fasten off after Round 25 (29).

Earflaps & Front Flap (Placement & Markers)

Beginning at the center back joining, place markers for earflaps at:

• st 8, 21, 36, and 49 (9, 24, 41, and 56)

Earflaps are worked between:

• markers 8 and 21 (9 and 24)
• markers 36 and 49 (41 and 56)

Place different color markers for the front flap at:

• st 22 and 35 (25 and 40)

Left Earflap

• Row 1: With the right side facing, join A with sc in marked st 8 (9), sc to marked st 21 (24); turn – (14 (16) sc)
• Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across.
• Row 3: Ch 1, dec, sc to last two sc; dec – (12 (14) sts)
• Rows 4-11 (4-13): Repeat Rows 2 and 3 4 (5) times – (4 sc)
• Row 12 (14): Ch 1, [dec] twice; turn – (2 sc)
• Row 13 (15): Ch 1, dec – (1 sc)
• Tie-Row 14 (16): Ch 14, slip stitch in the 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Fasten off.

Right Earflap

• Row 1: Join A with sc in marked st 36 (41), sc to marked st 49 (56); turn – (14 (16) sc)
• Rows 2-14 (2-16): Work the same as for the Left Earflap.

Front Flap

• Row 1: With the right side facing, join A with sc in marked st 22 (25), sc to marked st 35 (40); turn – (14 (16) sc)
• Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across; turn.
• Row 3—Buttonhole: Ch 1, sc in the first sc, ch 2, skip next 2 sc, sc in the next 8 (10) sc, ch 2, skip next 2 sc, sc in the last sc; turn.
• Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each sc and ch across; turn – (14 (16) sc). Fasten off.

Finishing

Fold the front flap up. Sew buttons to the hat under the buttonholes of the flap to secure the design. This adds a charming detail while keeping the flap in place.

Frequently Asked Questions

What yarn is used for this pattern?

The pattern utilizes Stitch Nation by Debbie Stoller™ “Alpaca Love™” yarn, specifically 1 skein each of 3520 Peacock Feather A and 3620 Fern B.

What crochet hook is needed?

A 5mm [US H-8] crochet hook is required for this pattern.

Are the earflaps worked separately?

No, the earflaps are part of the main pattern and are worked directly into the hat after forming the main body.

Is this project suitable for beginners?

While the pattern does not state a difficulty level, it involves basic crochet stitches and techniques which are suitable for those with some crochet experience.

What sizes are available for the hat?

The hat pattern includes instructions for two sizes: 12 months and toddler size.

Conclusion

Creating the Crochet Baby Sherlock Hat is a rewarding project that results in a stylish and functional accessory for your little one. With its cute earflaps and vibrant colors, this hat is perfect for chilly days. Follow the instructions provided, and enjoy the process of crafting a wonderful piece that can be cherished for years to come!