This brilliant Bernat Bear Hat crochet pattern by Sarah Zimmerman will come in handy for any parent whose child refuses to wear regular beanies. It features a fun and wonderfully textured design so that even teens and adults may like to have it in their wardrobe. This crochet beanie shaped like a bear will make a nice handmade gift idea, too!
What Yarn Works Best For This Crochet Hat Pattern?
Use Aran acrylic yarn that will provide enough warmth during the cold winter months and won’t shrink in the wash. It can be Bernat Super Value Solids used by Sarah or any other medium-weight yarn of your choice.
To bring this charming bear design to life, you will need yarn in 5 different colors: brown, beige/cream, black, white, and an accent color for the earflap part.
Easy Steps To Crochet Your Bear Hat
The Bernat Bear Hat is easy enough to be completed by crocheters with basic experience. You work it in the round using double crochet stitches with some increases and decreases. After finishing the body of the hat, you will start crocheting the earflaps with a different color.
The last step is the most fun as it involves personalizing your hat with cute bear embellishments like eyes, ears, and a snout.
Adjusting the Size and Customizing Your Hat
The designer offers this lovely bear baby hat crochet pattern in seven distinct sizes, including ones for newborns and preschoolers. What’s more, you can customize your project with four different embellishments and facial features. Let alone make it in any shade you like!
This simple video tutorial by Sarah Zimmerman will help you decorate your hat.
