Good News Baby Hat

 This is my first Blog post and the first pattern I have designed in a long time.  I have been making a lot of baby items lately.  Three of my Co-workers had babies and I am expecting Grandchild #3 in November!  It is perfect for a last minute baby gift.  I came up with this pattern because there are so few patterns for baby boys.  It would look equally cute in pink for a girl.  You can make this pattern for your personal use but please give me credit.  Do not sell the pattern.  I hope it's understandable!  Here goes...


WW cotton in two colors. 
H Crochet hook
Size 0-3 mo. approx 14 inches around

Rnd 1: Ch 2, 6 hdc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st to first hdc.
Rnd 2: Ch 2, hdc in same st, 2 hdc in each around. Join (12)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, hdc in same st, 2 hdc in each st around. Join. (24)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, 2 hdc in next st, *hdc in next, 2 hdc in next, * repeat from * around. Join. (36)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, hdc in next, 2 hdc in next, *hdc in next 2, 2 hdc in next st.* repeat * around. Join. (48)
Rnd 6-11: Ch 2, hdc in each st around. Join.  After last rnd change to a Contrasting color.
Rnd 12: Ch 2, hdc in each st around. Change back to MC, Join.
Rnd 13: Ch 2, hdc in each st around. Join.
Rnd 14: Ch1, Sc in same st, Sc in next 17 sts, hdc in next, dc in next 10, hdc in next, sc in next 18, Join.
Rnd 15: Ch 1, sl st in the same st, sl st in next 17, ch 2, dc in next 11, ch 2, sl st in next 19 sts. Join. Fasten off. Weave in any ends.  Enjoy!  Deb Koerperich