Baby toques are fast and fun projects when you want to give them as gifts, use up scrap yarns, or make them for charity. I made this post so I can easily refer to the instructions.
I use White Flower Needle’s pattern below.
| Age (in Months) | Cast On | Actual Head Circumference | Hat Circumference | Hat Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 – 3 | 60 | 13” ~ 14” | 11.5” | 5” |
| 3 – 6 | 80 | 14” ~ 17” | 14.5” | 5.5” |
| 6 – 12 | 96 | 16” ~ 19” | 17” | 6.5” |
Gauge: 22 sts x 30 rows = 4” x 4” in stocking sts; 4mm
Rounds 1-10: (K1, P1) around.
Round 11: K around.
Repeat Round 11 to reach Round (26, 34, 42) OR the hat measures approx. (3.25”, 3.75”, 5.25”) from the cast on edge.
Start to shape top.
Round 1: (K6, K2tog) around. (56, 70, 84) sts
Round 2: K around.
Round 3: (K5, K2tog) around. (48, 60, 72) sts
Round 4: K around.
Round 5: (K4, K2tog) around. (40, 50, 60) sts
Round 6: K around.
Round 7: (K3, K2tog) around. (32, 40, 48) sts
Round 8: K around.
Round 9: (K2, K2tog) around. (24, 30, 36) sts
Round 10: K around.
Round 11: (K1, K2tog) around. (16, 20, 24) sts
Round 12: K around.
Round 13: (K2tog) around. (8, 10, 12) sts
Cut the yarn about 10 inches ans with a yarn needle, pull the yarn through all the remaining loops, draw up firmly and weave in the wrong side of work.
I also like to use Margaret Olander’s pattern when I am less specific with sizing and have scrap yarn.
| Age (in Months) | Cast On | Hat Height |
|---|---|---|
| Preemie | 48 | 4.5” |
| Newborn | 56 | 5” |
| 6 | 64 | 6” |
| 12 | 72 | 6.5” |
| Toddler | 80 | 7” |
| Child/Adult S | 92 | 7.5”-8” |
| Adult M/L | 100 | 8.5”-9” |
Rounds 1-10: (K1, P1) around.
2-3 Rounds: K around.
Knit until specified hat height: plain, alternating colors or with Fair Isle designs
Knit until approximately .5”-1” below desired hat height.
Begin the quickie decreases:
Decrease Row 1: *K1, K2tog* repeat all around
Decrease Row 2: *K2tog* repeat all around
Decrease Row 3: *K2tog* repeat all around
Thread tapestry needle, catch remaining stitches and pull tightly. Secure and weave in all ends