Complete your baby’s bee outfit with this adorable crochet bee hat — cozy, bright, and full of personality! Designed to pair perfectly with the bee romper and wings, this hat adds the finishing touch to the buzzing ensemble.
Follow along below for all the details and a photo-guided walkthrough of this free crochet pattern — everything you need to make your own adorable bee hat from start to finish.
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It features a soft ribbed band for a snug fit, cheerful yellow-and-black stripes, and two playful antennae that give it unmistakable character. The lightweight design keeps little heads comfy while adding that extra bit of charm for photos, parties, or everyday fun.
This quick and enjoyable project is sure to bring smiles the moment you slip it on your little bee.
Size
The bee baby hat crochet pattern comes in 4 baby sizes, designed to coordinate perfectly with the Bee Romper and Wings for a consistent, well-balanced fit across the costume set. Each size has been carefully graded to keep the hat’s proportion, comfort, and shape true to the original design.
If your baby’s head size falls between two sizes, go one size up — babies grow quickly, and a little extra room ensures a comfy fit that lasts longer.
| Size (months) | Hat Circumference | Hat Length |
|---|---|---|
| 3–6 | 14½″ | 5½″ |
| 6–12 | 16″ | 6″ |
| 12–18 | 18″ | 6½″ |
| 18–24 | 19½″ | 7″ |
Materials
This bee baby hat is made with combed milk cotton yarn in light-worsted weight, giving it a soft, breathable feel that’s perfect for babies. Only a partial ball of each yellow and black from a 100g ball is needed to create the cheerful stripes.
Two chenille pipe cleaners form the flexible cores of the antennae, and a small amount of polyester fiberfill is used to stuff their rounded tips for a soft, playful look.
Tools
A 3.5 mm crochet hook keeps the gauge consistent with the Bee Romper and Wings, so every piece in the costume set matches perfectly.
Stitch markers help track rounds as you go, while a tapestry needle and scissors make it easy to finish off and weave in ends neatly.
Stitches Used
This beginner-friendly pattern uses only basic crochet stitches:
- slip stitch (sl st) – for the ribbed band, creating a stretchy, snug brim.
- double crochet (dc) – for the main striped body of the hat.
- single crochet (sc) – for the antennae
How to Crochet the Baby Bee Hat
Follow this quick photo guide to crochet the bee hat from the ribbed band to the playful antennae. The complete written pattern sheet with stitch counts and sizes is available at the end of this post for download and easy reference.
Step 1: Crochet the Ribbed Band
Crochet a yellow ribbed band in back-loop slip stitches to create a soft, stretchy brim. Keep the starting yarn tail for joining later and stop without fastening off at the final row.
Step 2: Join the Band & Start the Hat Body
Join the short ends of the band to form a ring — this becomes the base of the hat.
Begin working double crochet (dc) stitches evenly along the top edge, skipping every third ridge to maintain even tension. The red highlight in the photo shows the ridge loop where you’ll insert your hook.
Step 3: Crochet the Striped Crown
Following the crochet pattern, work upward in dc rounds to shape the hat.
Start with one yellow round, then one black, followed by the repeating sequence of two yellow rounds and one black until the desired height is reached.
Lightly block the hat to even out the stitches and shape it neatly.
Step 4: Make the Antennae
Crochet two black antennae, starting with the globe. Lightly stuff it with fiberfill, then insert a pipe cleaner before continuing the tube. Leave about 1½″ of pipe cleaner exposed for attaching to the hat.
Step 5: Attach the Antennae
Insert each antenna’s pipe cleaner through Round 8 (black stripe) of the hat, pushing it from the top down through the same round. Bend the wire tip inward, then insert it back into the crochet tube to lock it in place and hide the metal ends.
Position the antennae evenly on top of the crown. Using the reserved yarn tail, sew the crocheted base of each antenna firmly onto the hat, keeping your stitches small and hidden along the black stripe for a neat finish.
Step 6: Finish & Shape
Weave in all yarn ends neatly, then gently bend the antennae slightly to give them that cute, bee-like curve. Make sure both antennae sit evenly on the crown — and your cheerful bee hat is ready to buzz!
Your little bee hat is now complete — soft, cozy, and full of character! Pair it with the bee romper crochet pattern and bee wings crochet pattern to complete the full bee baby outfit for the sweetest photo moments or themed celebrations.
What’s Next:
- Don’t forget to share your finished project on Facebook or Instagram and tag @craftpassion so we can see your adorable little bee in action. We love featuring your handmade creations on our page!
- Save this project on Pinterest so you can easily find it again for your next crochet session — your future self will thank you!
- If you enjoyed this pattern, you might also love our
- Crochet Beanie Pattern (available in nine sizes)
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… all perfect for keeping little ones warm and snug.
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Bee Hat Crochet Pattern Sheet
Crochet Bee Baby Hat Pattern (4 Sizes)
The Bee Hat Crochet Pattern provides complete written instructions for four baby sizes (3–24 months). Designed as part of the baby bee outfit, it features a stretchy ribbed band, striped crown, and twistable antennae that bend easily into cute, playful shapes.
Materials
Yarn, Combed Milk Cotton, light-worsted weight
Others
- Chenille pipe cleaner - 2 pcs.
- Polyester fiberfill - small amount
Tools
Instructions
Sizes:
Size: 3-6, (6-12, 12-18, 18-24) months
Note: Instructions are written for the smallest size (3–6 months), with changes for larger sizes shown in parentheses. When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes.
Disclaimer: This bee hat was initially designed for size 12–18 months, and all other sizes have been graded proportionally (using the 12–18 month pattern as the base) to ensure a consistent fit and shape across all sizes.
Finished Measurements
Size (months): 3-6 (6-12, 12-18, 18-24)
Hat Circumference: 14½" (16", 18", 19½")
Hat Length: 5½" (6", 6½", 7")
Measurements are taken after blocking and may vary slightly depending on yarn, tension, and individual crocheting style.
Abbreviations:
(In US Crochet Terms)
BLO = Back Loop Only
ch = chain
dc = double crochet
dc2tog = double crochet 2 stitches together (dc decreasing stitch)
sc = single crochet
inc = 2 single crochet in same stitch
inv dec = single crochet invisible decrease (sc decreasing stitch)
sk = skip
st = stitch
sl st = slip stitch
sl knot = slip knot
fo = fasten off
RS = Right Side
WS = Wrong Side
Crochet Gauge
18 sts x 9 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in double crochet (dc).
18 sts x 21 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in single crochet (sc).
Adjust hook size if necessary to achieve the correct gauge.
Construction Notes
- Use the size chart above to determine which stitch counts in parentheses to follow.
- Begin with the ribbed band: Using yellow yarn, crochet slip stitches in the back loop only to form a soft, stretchy brim that hugs gently without feeling tight. Join the short ends to make a loop—this becomes the hat’s base.
- Work the striped crown: From the edge of the ribbed band, crochet upward in double crochet stitches, starting with one round in yellow, followed by one in black. Continue the stripe pattern of two yellow rounds and one black round as you shape the hat toward the tip of the crown.
- Crochet the antennae: Make two black antennae by crocheting the globe first, then insert a pipe cleaner before continuing with the slim single-crochet tube. Leave about 1½″ of wire to anchor the antennae onto the hat. Lastly, sew the base securely to the crown.
- Weave in ends neatly and block lightly to shape if needed.
Stitch Notes
- The first ch 2 at the beginning of a round/row counts as 1 dc stitch unless stated otherwise. When counted as a stitch, ensure you work into it in the next round or row.
- The first ch 1 at the beginning of a ribbed band does not count as a stitch.
- When the pattern says "turn", it means turning your crochet piece to the other side, for example, turning from the right side to the wrong side.
- When the pattern says "Join", it means join with a sl st to the first stitch of the round. The sl st used to join rounds is not counted as a stitch. Pull the sl st tightly to make it smaller and less visible for a neat, seamless join.
Bee Hat Crochet Pattern
Follow the stitch counts listed in parentheses based on your selected size, and use a stripe pattern of 2 rounds of Yellow followed by 1 round of Black.
Ribbed Band
With yellow yarn.
Foundation chain: Leave a long yarn tail of at least 8 inches, sl knot, ch 5.
Row 1: ch, sl st 5, turn.
Rows 2 - 96 (108, 120, 132): ch, sl st BLO 5, turn.
Do not fo.
Sew the first row to the last row with the reserved yarn tail to form the ribbed band for the hat.
Hat Body & Crown
(Work on RS only)
Continue to crochet from the top edge of the ribbed band, inserting the hook into the topmost loop of the ridge edge. 1 ridge equals to 1 stitch.
Change the yarn to black on the second round. Then, follow the sequence of two rounds in yellow, one round in black, for the rest of the hat pattern.
Round 1: ch 2, (dc in next st, sk 1 st), (dc in next 2 sts, sk 1 st) repeat 31 (35, 39, 43) times to complete the round. Join.
Round 2 - 4: ch 2, dc in next 63 (71, 79, 87) sts. Join.
For 3–6 months only
Round 5: ch 2, (dc in next 3 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 3 sts) repeat 7 times, dc in next 3 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts. Join. {56 sts}
Round 6: ch 2, (dc2tog, dc in next 5 sts) repeat 7 times, dc2tog, dc in next 4 sts. Join. {48 sts}
Round 7: ch 2, (dc in next 2 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts) repeat 7 times, dc in next 2 sts, dc2tog, dc in next st. Join. {40 sts}
Round 8: ch 2, (dc2tog, dc in next 3 sts) repeat 7 times, dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts. Join. {32 sts}
Round 9: ch 2, (dc in next st, dc2tog, dc in next st) repeat 7 times, dc in next st, dc2tog. Join. {24 sts}
Round 10: ch (do not count as a stitch), dc in next st, dc2tog 11 times. Join. {12}
fo.
For 6–12 months only
Round 5: ch 2, (dc2tog, dc in next 7 sts) repeat 7 times, dc2tog, dc in next 6 sts. Join. {64 sts}
Round 6: ch 2, (dc in next 3 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 3 sts) repeat 7 times, dc in next 3 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts. Join. {56 sts}
Round 7: ch 2, (dc2tog, dc in next 5 sts) repeat 7 times, dc2tog, dc in next 4 sts. Join. {48 sts}
Round 8: ch 2, (dc in next 2 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts) repeat 7 times, dc in next 2 sts, dc2tog, dc in next st. Join. {40 sts}
Round 9: ch 2, (dc2tog, dc in next 3 sts) repeat 7 times, dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts. Join. {32 sts}
Round 10: ch 2, (dc in next st, dc2tog, dc in next st) repeat 7 times, dc in next st, dc2tog. Join. {24 sts}
Round 11: ch (do not count as a stitch), dc in next st, dc2tog 11 times. Join. {12}
fo.
For 12–18 months only
Round 5: ch 2, (dc in next 4 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 4 sts) repeat 7 times, dc in next 4 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 3 sts. Join. {72 sts}
Round 6: ch 2, (dc2tog, dc in next 7 sts) repeat 7 times, dc2tog, dc in next 6 sts. Join. {64 sts}
Round 7: ch 2, (dc in next 3 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 3 sts) repeat 7 times, dc in next 3 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts. Join. {56 sts}
Round 8: ch 2, (dc2tog, dc in next 5 sts) repeat 7 times, dc2tog, dc in next 4 sts. Join. {48 sts}
Round 9: ch 2, (dc in next 2 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts) repeat 7 times, dc in next 2 sts, dc2tog, dc in next st. Join. {40 sts}
Round 10: ch 2, (dc2tog, dc in next 3 sts) repeat 7 times, dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts. Join. {32 sts}
Round 11: ch 2, (dc in next st, dc2tog, dc in next st) repeat 7 times, dc in next st, dc2tog. Join. {24 sts}
Round 12: ch (do not count as a stitch), dc in next st, dc2tog 11 times. Join. {12}
fo.
For 18–24 months only
Round 5: ch 2, (dc2tog, dc in next 9 sts) repeat 7 times, dc2tog, dc in next 8 sts. Join. {80 sts}
Round 6: ch 2, (dc in next 4 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 4 sts) repeat 7 times, dc in next 4 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 3 sts. Join. {72 sts}
Round 7: ch 2, (dc2tog, dc in next 7 sts) repeat 7 times, dc2tog, dc in next 6 sts. Join. {64 sts}
Round 8: ch 2, (dc in next 3 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 3 sts) repeat 7 times, dc in next 3 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts. Join. {56 sts}
Round 9: ch 2, (dc2tog, dc in next 5 sts) repeat 7 times, dc2tog, dc in next 4 sts. Join. {48 sts}
Round 10: ch 2, (dc in next 2 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts) repeat 7 times, dc in next 2 sts, dc2tog, dc in next st. Join. {40 sts}
Round 11: ch 2, (dc2tog, dc in next 3 sts) repeat 7 times, dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts. Join. {32 sts}
Round 12: ch 2, (dc in next st, dc2tog, dc in next st) repeat 7 times, dc in next st, dc2tog. Join. {24 sts}
Round 13: ch (do not count as a stitch), dc in next st, dc2tog 11 times. Join. {12}
fo.
Antennae (make 2)
(Work on RS and in continuous rounds only)
Crochet with black yarn and using sc stitches only.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc into the ring. {6 sts}
Round 2: inc 6 times. {12 sts}
Round 3: (sc in next st, inc) 6 times. {18 sts}
Round 4 - 6: sc around. {18 sts}
Round 7: (sc in next st, inv dec) 6 times. {12 sts}
Round 8: inv dec 6 times. {6 sts}
Stuff with Polyester fiberfill & insert a pipe cleaner (always bend the end inward so the metal tip is covered and safely tucked inside the crochet piece) into this small globe.
Round 9 - 23: sc around. {6 sts}
fo. Leave long tail for sewing.
Cut the pipe cleaner 1½" longer than the crocheted antenna — the extra length is used to secure the antenna to the hat.
Finishing
Sew to attach the antennae
Insert the exposed end of the pipe cleaner through the crochet stitches at round 8 (black stripe) on the hat. Bend it inside, then insert the tip back into the antenna through the stitch next to it to lock it securely in place.
Using the reserved yarn tail, sew around the crocheted base of the antenna to fasten it neatly onto the hat. Make a few small, firm stitches around the joining area to ensure the antenna sits upright and is well-secured.
Weave In Ends:
Weave in all yarn tails and hide them within stitches for a clean finish.
Block the hat:
Block the crochet bee hat to the measurements if needed. Here is the tutorial on how to block your crochet pieces.
Designer note: I prefer to wash and block the crochet project before handing it to the baby for their first wear.
Notes
Depending on the speed and hours you spend on the project, the total time needed is only an approximation.
This downloadable crochet pattern is perfect for offline reference and convenience. For detailed instructions and additional information, visit the full article at https://www.craftpassion.com/bee-hat-crochet-pattern/
Martha
Wednesday 29th of October 2025
Love this! My last name is pronounced bee. So this is perfect. I will give the hat a try. Thanks