Preemie Hat Pattern

Okay, I know that this is a VERY basic pattern, but I searched high and low or a good preemie pattern and came up with zilch! Every pattern I tried came out too small. I understand that preemies are teeny tiny, but the hat I made was too small for a 4lb14oz baby. So, here is a massively basic pattern for a preemie beanie. Here's to all those bitty babies born out there who just want head gear that fits!

Size: This hat is made for a 4-5lb baby. For a 2-3 lb baby remove Round 4 and 6.

Hook Size: G

Yarn: I used a basic worsted weight yarn. I don't tend to enjoy the baby yarn colors, so I like to make my patterns capable of using WW.

Round 1: Ch 4. 12 dc in first chain. Join to first dc. Ch 3 (this does not count as first dc)--12 dc

Round 2: 2 dc in same stitch and in each stitch around, join to first dc, ch3 (24 dc)

Round3: 2 dc in same stitch, 1 dc in next stitch, (2dc in next stitch, 1 dc in next stitch) around, join to first dc, ch 3--36dc

Round 4: 2 dc in same stitch, 1 dc in next 2 stitches (2 dc in next stitch, 1 dc in next 2 stitches) around, join to first dc, ch3 --45 dc

Round 5: dc in same stitch and in each stitch around, join to first dc, ch 3--45 dc

Round 6: repeat round 5

Round 7: dc in same stitch and in each stitch around, join to first dc, ch1--45 dc

Round 8: sc in same stitch and in each stitch around, join to first sc and finish off --45 sc

Embellishment: I made up a flower and added it to give a little extra "cuteness." I found this fabulous pattern at Action Hero. I use it for EVERYTHING!

This is my first time writing up a pattern and putting it out there for the world, so PLEASE let me know if something is not written correctly. I'd love to see any creations that might be made with this pattern, so if you use it please send a pic!

Use this pattern for whatever you like, but please give me the credit. Happy crocheting!

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