Mommy And Me Hats (Free Matching Knitting Patterns)

An easy project for stylish, cozy winter beanies, the Mommy and Me hats are an excellent project for anyone learning how to knit in the round.

Using knit and purl stitches, these hats will also introduce you to the techniques of decreasing and shaping.

Best of all, they’ll keep your loved ones stylish and cozy in colder weather.

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Before You Get Started

A few helpful notes before you cast on:

Make these matching hats in any color combination you like!
I chose pink and grey with soft Kartopu yarn, but you can experiment with neutrals, brights, or multicolor.
The design is a traditional mariner’s style hat with an optional pom pom (yarn or faux fur).
This pattern is great for advanced beginner knitters.

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Yarn & Supplies

Yarn I Used

Can’t find the yarn? Explore this website to find the perfect substitute for you. – Yarn Substitution

1 x skein of Kartopu Melange Wool 100g (170m) in grey M1009
1 x skein of Kartopu Melange Wool 100g (170m) in pink MK135
Medium 04 Yarn (worsted/aran)

Yarn Weight Guide (+ Conversion Chart)

Needles

6 mm (US 10) 16″ circular needles

Please note – you may have to change your needles for the decreases of the hat if working on the circulars becomes too tight.

This would mean using a set of size 6mm double-pointed needles (DPNs).

If you do not have those, you could use a 60cm/24″ cable and use the magic loop technique. (View Tutorial – Magic loop knitting | step by step)

Notions

Pattern Notes & Sizing

The hats are knit up quickly in bulky yarn, and the simple design makes for a relaxing and enjoyable knit.

Skill Level: Easy
Gauge: 16 stitches x 24 rounds = 4 x 4 inches (10 x 10 cm)

Sizes

Baby Beanie Size – H w/o pom = 8.5 inches / W = 4.5 inches (unstretched).
Mom Beanie Size – H w/out pom = 10 inches / W = 6 inches (unstretched).

Abbreviations

Knitting Abbreviations And Terms (US And UK) List

CO – Cast on
Cont – Continue
K – Knit
K2tog – Knit two stitches together
P – Purl
P2tog – Purl two stitches together
Sts – Stitches
Rep – Repeat

Baby Beanie Pattern

Yarn A – Grey | Yarn B – Pink

CO 56 sts in Yarn A
Place a marker to join, being careful not to twist the sts
Round 1: K2, P2 -rep to the end of the round.
Rep round 1 for 4 inches
Change to Yarn B and rep round 1 until the hat measures 7.5 inches from the cast-on edge.

Shape the Crown

K2, P2tog – rep to the end of the round.
K2, P1 – rep to the end of the round.
K2tog, P1 – rep to the end of the round.
K1, P1 – rep to the end of the round.
K2tog – rep to the end of the round.
K2tog – rep to the end of the round.

Cut a length of yarn and thread it through the darning needle, pick up the stitches left on the needles, and sew them tightly together.

Sew in any loose ends.

Make a pom in Yarn A and stitch securely to the top of the hat.

Mom Beanie Pattern

Yarn A – Pink / Yarn B – Grey

CO 80 sts in Yarn A
Place a marker to join, being careful not to twist the sts
Round 1: K2, P2 – rep to the end of the round.
Rep round 1 for 4 inches
Change to Yarn B and rep round 1 until the hat measures 9 inches from the cast-on edge.

Shape The Crown

K2, P2tog – rep to the end of the round.
K2, P1 – rep to the end of the round.
K2tog, P1 – rep to the end of the round.
K1, P1 – rep to the end of the round.
K2tog – rep to the end of the round.
K2tog to the end of the round.

Cut a length of yarn and thread it through the darning needle, pick up the stitches left on the needles, and sew them tightly together.

Sew in any loose ends.

Make a pom in Yarn A and stitch securely to the top of the hat.

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Happy Knitting!

FAQs

1. What size should I knit for a baby hat?

Baby hats come in different sizes depending on age.

Always check the baby’s head measurement for the best fit.

2. How much yarn do I need for a baby hat?

Most baby hats take less than one skein of worsted/aran yarn (about 50g).

3. What’s the best yarn for baby hats?

Choose a soft, non-itchy yarn that feels good against delicate skin.

Many knitters prefer cotton blends, acrylic, or superwash wool since they’re gentle and easy to wash.

Learn more about fibers here. – Types Of Yarn Explained: A Guide To Different Fibers

4. Do I have to knit baby hats in the round?

No, some patterns are knit flat and seamed.

However, knitting in the round (as in this pattern) avoids seams, making the hat smoother and more comfortable for babies.

Check out a flat knit baby hat here. – How To Knit A Baby Hat (Simple With Straight Needles)

5. How do I keep baby hats from slipping off?

Make sure to use ribbing (like K2, P2) at the brim — it creates stretch and helps the hat stay snug on the baby’s head.

6. How do I make the hat slouchier or shorter?

For a slouchier look: knit more rounds before starting crown decreases.
For a shorter hat: reduce the total length before shaping.

7. How long does it take to knit one hat?

Most knitters can finish a hat in 4–6 hours, making this a fun weekend project.

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Helpful Resources

This pattern is great for any advanced beginner knitters.