Crochet Christmas Elf Hat

Some time during the summer I came across some ideas on Pinterest for baby elf hats. I thought they were adorable and would make a wonderful photo prop. You could buy these on Zulily or on Etsy, but why buy one when you can make one yourself for half the cost?

I did some research and found several patterns. There was one that I liked best, but it was only for a toddler to adult size. This is the link to the blog spot I used: http://two-little-cs.blogspot.com/2014/11/elf-hat-crochet-pattern.html. I followed most of the pattern, but I modified it slightly and stopped at 50 rounds so that it would fit Lorenzo's head. He's 9 months now, so that would give you an idea if you are thinking of making one for your little one.

I just finished it up this weekend and it turned out great. I did have to look up a YouTube video to help me with the "magic circle" part, but other than that it was so easy. Here is the link I used in case you need the visual too https://youtu.be/59fTgXD1vjg. I had so much fun making this and it really got me into the Christmas spirit already. I just wish I knew more little ones to make one for.

This is Lorenzo wearing his elf hat