Sew a Baby Hat With Ears

What's cuter than a baby? A baby in a little hat with ears! With a little creativity and time, you can make this little delight for someone special.

Steps

  1. Lay your chosen fabric out on a flat surface, make a series of marks {{safesubst:#invoke:convert|convert}} in from the straight edge, and another series of marks {{safesubst:#invoke:convert|convert}} up from the bottom edge. Cut along the marks leaving you with a rectangle of fabric.
  2. Fold the rectangle in half lengthways. Hold the edges together by inserting pins at right angles, this will make it easier to remove the pins as you sew.
  3. Set your machine on a running stitch. Sew a seam roughly {{safesubst:#invoke:convert|convert}} in from the edge, running a few stitches back and forth at either end will seal the seams. Trim away any excess thread.
  4. Pin together the top edges of the fabric, and sew a seam {{safesubst:#invoke:convert|convert}} in, just as before. You have now created the basic hat shape.
  5. Cut off the top corners taking care not to cut through the seam. This will stop the final ear shape from looking too bulky.
  6. Turn the hat inside out. Use a pin to pull the corners all the way out.
  7. Make a series of marks {{safesubst:#invoke:convert|convert}} up from the bottom of the hat, fold the fabric up to that mark and press with iron to hold the crease.
  8. Turn up another {{safesubst:#invoke:convert|convert}} to create a deep hem, and press again. Pin in place and sew all the way around.
  9. Pinch a corner together to form an ear shape, play around with it a bit to get the look you want. hand sew a couple of stitches to hold in place. Do exactly the same with the second ear.
  10. Place on your baby,stand back,and admire your handiwork!

Tips

  • Any type of fabric will work, but ideally it will be slightly stretchy.

Things You'll Need

  • Thread
  • Needle
  • Pins
  • Sewing machine
  • Fabric
  • Pencil
  • Ruler or measuring tape
  • Scissors

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