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Saturday, 15 March 2014

Frog Baby Beanie Hat


I have a bit of a problem. Just which photo is the cutest? Well I can't decide.


This is my new frog baby beanie hat. The pattern contains instructions for three sizes: newborn, 3 to 6 months, and 6 to 12 months. I thought about calling it the Five Frog Hat (Do you know the song about Five Little Speckled Frogs?) But as the largest size has six frogs it didn't seem quite right.


It is knitted in the round, and with DoubleKnit wool. I have used Sirdar Snuggly DoubleKnit. I am getting increasingly fond of Sirdar wools. I love this colour as well, as I think it would be good for boys or girls. I have used my trusty doublepoints, although you could use the magic loop method if you prefer.
 

I have not been a big blocker of knitting up to now, but having seen on other blogs how much knitting can be improved by blocking (especially some of the lovely lacey shawls), I do suggest that you block your hat. Here are my hats drying in the sunshine. I have used a pyrex jug and kitchen roll, although I think lots of people find a balloon handy. My pattern explains how to block your hat.

Finished hats and cat enjoying the sunshine

The pattern for the Frog Baby Beanie Hat is available on Ravelry, or Etsy. Or if you would like a knitted hat, there are a few available in my Etsy shop. Once again thank you so much to my lovely little model.



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35 comments:

  1. Jo15 March 2014 at 11:09

    Too cute for words. A lovely hat. Jo x

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  2. Sam15 March 2014 at 18:27

    The hat is super cute. But that model... my oh my, what a sweetheart! And those eyes! Gorgeous

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  3. Free Spirit Designs16 March 2014 at 11:47

    Aww that little one is such an angel! A modelling natural :) Your hat is vey cute and in such a nice fresh green yarn, perfect for spring x

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  4. Josie16 March 2014 at 11:55

    Oh my goodness what a darling little hat and such a cute model!

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  5. Myth Illogical16 March 2014 at 12:12

    That has to be one of the cutest little models ever! Fabulous hat too

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  6. Christmas Pie Crafts16 March 2014 at 12:25

    What a really gorgeous model - he looks so cute. Such a lovely hat. Hope you have a good week.

    Jill, Christmas Pie Crafts

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  7. Anonymous16 March 2014 at 13:22

    So cute! Baby and the hat!

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  8. Lucy Blossom16 March 2014 at 14:12

    A very cute hat, but your model steals the show - totally gorgeous and hug-able. I'm sure the pattern will prove very popular - few will be able to resist the cute factor.

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  9. Jan16 March 2014 at 14:54

    I think these are beautiful photo's. The hat colour and pattern are lovely and the cute little model is delightful :)

    Jan x

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  10. Anonymous17 March 2014 at 11:32

    I like the frog hat - it's different, practical and very cute.

    The model is wonderful and I don't know which pose I like the best - they're all adorable photos.

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  11. Anonymous17 March 2014 at 12:43

    adorable! thanks for sharing on craft schooling Sunday!

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  12. Dawn 18 March 2014 at 00:07

    Adorable model and I love the hat too, the colour is just right for the frogs.

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  13. Unknown18 March 2014 at 10:54

    As I was scrolling down the post I was thinking.."that photo is definitely the cutest". Then I came to the next and thought: "no that one is definitely the cutest". I just couldn't decide! Gorgeous hat, gorgeous model! x

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  14. Unknown18 March 2014 at 12:53

    Aw what a wonderful hat. I don't think I could choose between those photo either, what an adorable model!

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  15. Anonymous18 March 2014 at 14:39

    The hat is really sweet, but the baby steals the show! She is gorgeous!

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  16. Brienne Moody18 March 2014 at 18:53

    Brilliant! I love the spring topper:)

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  17. LauraLillyLaura19 March 2014 at 16:20

    Love your frog hat, it is sooooo adorable!!!!!

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  18. Gertie19 March 2014 at 18:45

    Love the hat and what a darling little model. So difficult to choose a favourite photo but I think number one clinches it with the cheeky tongue poking out xx

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  19. Anonymous19 March 2014 at 23:03

    So cute! (the hat is adorable too ;) )

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  20. vicky myers20 March 2014 at 13:20

    How gorgeous, and especially the model:)

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  21. Leonie20 March 2014 at 15:43

    Oh my word that baby!! Just delectable! And the hat is cute too ;)

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  22. Crochet Addict UK21 March 2014 at 05:50

    What a super cute hat and what a super cute baby wearing it! It looks fantastic!

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  23. Shobee21 March 2014 at 06:15

    Hi, I am hosting a Cunning Ladies’ Friday party and I would love to see this post in the party. Please join us. http://easytocookmeals.com/cunning-ladies-friday-party/

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  24. Kathryn Ray21 March 2014 at 07:08

    Adorable... both the hat and the model. :-)

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  25. Anna21 March 2014 at 07:19

    Cute !!!!
    Anna

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  26. Anonymous21 March 2014 at 09:34

    Gosh, your model is incredibly cute! And the hat looks great - simple but cute. Just the ticket :)

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  27. Babajeza21 March 2014 at 10:48

    So cute! :-)

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  28. ...:M e d h a:...21 March 2014 at 11:37

    simply adorable!

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  29. Anita/Photomusen21 March 2014 at 12:03

    It's so cute!

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  30. Mel at Adventures of Mel21 March 2014 at 14:37

    Oh my goodness, so adorable! Thank you for sharing on Inspire Me Wednesday. Featuring you in next week's issue.

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  31. Pearlin J22 March 2014 at 08:51

    O what an adorable litlle model!

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  32. Deb Hickman22 March 2014 at 14:45

    Cute hat and such an adorable model. X

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  33. MommyonDemand22 March 2014 at 15:40

    Beautiful baby and I love the hat! Thanks for coming over and sharing at The Weekend Retreat!!

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  34. WonderWhyGal23 March 2014 at 07:26

    OMG! This hat is adorable and so is the model.

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  35. Cindy / Aka Chymecindy27 March 2014 at 08:28

    This is so nice and well made. How I wish I know how to knit.

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