PREEMIE
CAPS 1A
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Materials used : Today I’ve used some a combination of
yarns. Please check each individual
creation for information.
For Indians : You could use Anchor , Red rose ; Red rose metallic or unbranded knitting cotton as well as Oswal or Vardhaman acrylic yarns with the suitable crochet hook (as recommended)
Abbreviations used :
ch
: chain ch-sp
: chain space
sp
: space rep
: Repeat
fsc : Foundation single crochet
dc : Double crochet
Stitches used :
Starting slip knot : Here’s how you start with a slip knot. https://youtu.be/lJcqsVcs8cw
Starting slip knot 1 or the Sloppy Slip knot : This is a neat new way to start your work without a slip knot. https://youtu.be/YfC7KmGpifs
What is a slip stitch : Here is a neat video tutorial at https://youtu.be/weB3QNbA8Iw
What is a chain stitch ? Here is an easy video tutorial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXx5ukBjKkY
Foundation half double crochet (fhdc) : This is an easy way to start a row of hdc without the starting chain row.
Here is an easy video tutorial https://youtu.be/SEG2UCRfypA
Half Double Crochet : Hdc : yo, insert hk into st ; yo (3 lps on hk) ;
yo, draw through all 3 lps. One hdc made.
Check out the video at https://youtu.be/sDiELJdB2Dg
Chainless start for Half Double Crochet : I dislike the ch-2 start, and this is what I do to start my row of hdc. Check out the video at https://youtu.be/lWXpl1KdbZ8
Here is a sizing chart for general head sizing :
Whipstitch to join : Here’s a quick tutorial on how to join using the whipstitch at https://youtu.be/wZ-9LNzftMA
Invisible join : Here’s a quick tutorial on how to join using the embroidery needle and whipstitch to get an invisible join at https://youtu.be/a6XZQ6VzJFM
Single crochet to join : Here’s a quick tutorial on how to join using the single crochet at https://youtu.be/6FXoW_47_dI
Instructions using U.S terminology
For
my preemie caps I have worked the pattern ensuring I have a total length of 4 -
5” and a circumference of 11 - 12”. This is what worked for me, using my
yarn(s) and hook. Please check the top
of this blog for a sizing chart.
In
general the pattern I’ve used for my caps is as follows. I have given links for the caps I’ve been
inspired by, but the general principle I’ve used is the same for all of my caps
– ensuring I get the preemie size right.
Start Round 1 : with a magic circle and 10 hdc in that circle.
Join with a sl-st to the 1st hdc.
(10)
Round 2 :
(Increase round ) : 2 hdc in the 1st hdc and in each hdc all around.
Join
with a sl-st to the 1st hdc. (20)
Round 3 :
(Increase round ) : hdc in the 1st hdc ; 2 hdc in the next hdc ;
*hdc
in the next hdc ; 2 hdc in the next hdc* ;
rep
*to* all around.
Join
with a sl-st to the 1st hdc. (30)
Round 4 :
(Increase round ) : hdc in the 1st 3 hdc ; 2 hdc in the next hdc ;
*hdc
in the next 3 hdc ; 2 hdc in the next hdc* ;
rep
*to* all around.
Join
with a sl-st to the 1st hdc. (36)
Check
that your hat circumference is about 12” for preemie.
Please check the top of this blog for a sizing chart and the ideas below as well
1. Hat circumference = measure around the head just above ears and subtract one inch for a nicely fitted finished hat.
2. Crown width = (this is a flat circular top of the hat) you need to divide hat circumference by 3.14 (pi).
3. Hat height = Head circumference / 10 x 4.
So you need to measure circumference of the head (round head measurement) and keep checking the outer circumference of your work.
There is another trick for measuring circumference (without running your measure tape all around the edge of your circle as you are working).
This works for a cap that you are working top down, from the crown of the head.
It works by dividing your round head measure by pi (3.14).
So say your head measurement is 22, divide 22 by 3.14 = 7.
Remember when calculating diameter, you must account for the stretch of your yarn too.
So once the ‘flat portion’ for the crown (or the first few rounds while you are still increasing) of your cap is 7” diameter, you can stop increases and start increasing just the length (without increasing stitches for the round)
Right then, back to the pattern sheet.
Round 5 :
hdc in the 1st hdc and in each hdc all around.
Join
with a sl-st to the 1st hdc. (36)
Rep
Round 5 till you have a finished length of 4”.
Now
below are some pattern links for my inspirations. See what works for you with your yarn and
hook. Cheers.
1.
Shelled baby hat
This
is a really easy pattern – made either in one solid colour or variegated
colours, this is another one you should try out.
Free
pattern information at https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/teresas-10-minute-crochet-preemie-hat
Materials used : I have used a few grams of (Indian) ICE Batik
with a 4 mm
Skill level : Easy
2.
Chevron baby hat
Chevrons
are such fun – not that much work.. but what a beautiful end result.
This
pattern needs two colours to show off the beauty of the chevron “V”, but I
think it will look good in more than two colours as well. Go crazy.
Create something and spread smiles.
Free
pattern information at http://pinssneedles.com/free-crochet-pattern-quick-and-simple-chevron-hats-preemie-through-child-sizing/
Materials used : I have used a few grams of (Indian) Oswal
Cashmilon 4-ply acrylic yarn (grey + orange) with a 4 mm
Skill level : Easy
3.
Shelled baby hat
This
is a really easy pattern – made either in one solid colour or variegated
colours, this is another one you should try out.
Free
pattern information at http://www.annavirginiafashion.com/2010/11/baby-flapper-girl-hat-pattern.html
Materials used : I have used a few grams of Baby soft acrylic
yarn with a 4 mm
Skill level : Easy
4.
Shelled baby hat
I
am just making little baby hats today, but this lovely link has a cute little
baby coat too. Enjoy.
Free pattern at http://www.justcrochet.com/preemie-cardi-hat-usa.html.
With
this pattern we make a rectangle and then join the sides first – then join /
gather up the top bit to get the cute hat.
In
case you are working with a yarn that does not work for the size you need, the
check if this works.
The stitch count
for this pattern is in multiples of 4.
Work the first row of fsc in multiples of 4 for the circumference you
want for your cap.
So
I this case, I worked that first row for 11.5” and it’s worked perfectly.
Hope this helps.
For
the cute lil bow, visit https://shyamanivas.blogspot.in/2016/10/10-tic-tac-clips-for-charity.html
Edited to add : This cap did not photograph well.. but please do check it out.. it's really cute..
Materials used : I have used a few grams of Nako Saten acrylic
yarn with a 4 mm crochet hook
Skill level : Easy
5.
Cute hugs hat
I
am just making little baby hats today, but this lovely link has several sizes
for this cute creation. Enjoy. Free
pattern at https://www.thestitchinmommy.com/2016/06/sunshine-hugs-beanie-crochet-free-crochet-pattern-newborn-adult.html
The
beauty of this pattern is that we work a really simple stitch on the wrong side
of our work and the right side looks stunning! It’s that easy!
Materials used : I have used a few grams of Vardhaman Millenium
acrylic yarn with a 4 mm
Skill level : Easy
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