How to Crochet Baby Bear Bonnet for Baby Shower
Here is a tutorial to crochet an adorable bear bonnet, perfect for newborn photo shoots or as a thoughtful gift. It features detailed instructions for creating the hat, bear ears, and finishing touches like straps and edging. Considered beginner-friendly, every mom can easily crochet it. Let’s get started!
Supplies
The supplies used in the tutorial for crochet baby bear bonnet are:
- 2.5mm crochet hook
- Lamea acrylic yarn (soft yarn)
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
Baby Bear Bonnet Tutorial
The tutorial introduces a soft, lightweight acrylic yarn with a 2.5 mm hook for a newborn-size bear bonnet. Its special highlight is the textured front and back post double crochets. You will love crocheting this as a gift for your baby:
Crown Construction
The bonnet starts with a ring of 10 double crochets, increasing in each round. Stitch counts grow from 10 → 20 → 30 → 40, gradually forming the rounded top of the hat.
Measuring for Accuracy
After the last increase row (Row 5), the crown diameter reaches 4 inches. The next step is to measure 1.5 inches from a marked point to prepare for the main body rows.
Hat Body with Pattern Repeats
Alternating rows of single, half-double, and double crochets form the hat body. These repeat until the bonnet reaches 5 inches in height.Ribbed Edging with Texture
To enhance fit and appearance, the video introduces front and back post double crochets creating a ribbed texture. This alternating technique continues for two rows, giving a snug edge.
Strap Formation
Viewers chain 16 inches to form straps, then single crochet back down the chain. The edge of the bonnet is also stitched with single crochet to ensure a polished finish.Bear Ear Assembly
Ears are crocheted in rounds, starting with 10 double crochets, increasing to 20, and then decreasing. Each ear is sewn on symmetrically at the bonnet’s front, using the tail yarn and a yarn needle.Final Assembly and Tips
The video ends with final touches like weaving in ends, ensuring ears are aligned using sewing pins, and adjusting for personal preference. The completed bonnet is presented as ideal for photo shoots or gifts.
