Cap for a newborn: pattern and sewing

Bringing a new baby into the world is a happy and priceless occasion. Making the baby a soft, cozy cap is just one of the many thoughtful preparations. Regardless of your level of sewing experience, making a cap for your child can be a rewarding project that gives their outfit a unique touch.

In addition to being adorable, newborn caps are vital for keeping the baby warm, particularly during the first few weeks as they get used to their new surroundings. Your newborn’s delicate head can be kept warm and comfortable with a handmade cap made of delicate fabrics.

This tutorial will walk you through the process of designing a basic newborn cap pattern and provide detailed sewing instructions. All you need is a few simple supplies and rudimentary sewing knowledge to create a warm, personalized headwear for your child.

How to sew a cap

Initially, two measurements are required: the baby’s head circumference and the cap’s length. The forehead and back of the head’s protruding portions are used to measure the circumference of the head. From the forehead to the dimple on the back of the head, we measure the length of the cap.

There are two ways to sew the cap: from two parts or from three parts. We’ll take into account both production choices.

In order to sew a child’s cap, we will need:

• fabric, natural, preferably cotton;
• bias binding for processing the edge (you can buy a ready-made one or cut it on the bias from a suitable fabric);
• lace for decoration;
• threads;
• needle, pins, sewing machine.

Important note

Make sure the fabric is pre-washed and steam-ironed. This will stop the completed cap from shrinking in later washes.

Measurements and pattern for a baby cap

As an illustration of how to create a pattern, consider that a child’s head has a volume of 48 cm. You must divide the length of the head circumference in half to find the width of the side portion of the cap.

As a result, the half-girth of the head will measure 24 cm.

You can use a table with average figures for the volume of children’s heads if you are sewing something without knowing the exact size of the baby’s head (for instance, in advance, before giving birth, or you want to surprise a young mother).

Constructing a drawing of a bonnet pattern

Let’s start by discussing a newborn bonnet made of two parts. While making such a model is relatively simple, it also provides many opportunities for the needlewoman’s design ideas to be put into practice.

A pattern for a bonnet from two parts

You can print off a full-size bonnet pattern that you download from the Internet and use to sew a cap. Alternatively, you could make a newborn bonnet using a self-made pattern. Furthermore, in this instance, you are free to sew a hat according to your desires and incorporate all of your fantasies into it.

Starting from the back of the head, we begin to construct the pattern. We will move down and to the right of the drawing’s upper left corner. A quarter of the head’s semicircle plus 1.5 cm were set aside for free fit from point (∙) A to the right.

OG: 4 + 1.5 cm = 24:4 + 1.5 cm = 7.5 cm; AB = 1⁄2;

AD is equal to 1⁄2 OG:2 + 3 cm, or 24:2 + 3 cm, or 15.

We finish the ABCD rectangle.

We set aside 2 cm from (∙) B along the angle bisector.

We set aside 5 mm from (∙) D up.

We set aside 2 cm to the left of (∙) C.

We link the resultant (∙) to the pattern curves, as shown in the drawing.

For half of the back piece, a pattern has been created. On it, we mark the sewing line and the fold line.

The sewing line is measured. Using a measuring tape to accomplish this is practical.

We sketch the ABCD rectangle, where

12 cm = AB = 1⁄2 OG: 2 = 24:2;

The sewing line’s length is equal to AD. It measures 20 cm in our example. We set aside 1 cm from (∙) D to the right and up. Mark (∙). Draw a line connecting everything (∙) in centimeters.

For half of the side section, a pattern has been created. On it, we mark the sewing line and the fold line.

There are no extra seam allowances on the prepared pattern pieces for the fabric. Allowances are already factored into the specifics.

A pattern for a cap made of three parts

One central strip and two side sections make up this type of hat.

You can print a full-size, ready-made pattern and use it for cutting.

Make sure to compare the component sizes to the child’s actual head size and, if needed, modify the pattern.

Undoubtedly, a self-made pattern will match the necessary sizes more precisely.

Two measurements are required in order to create a drawing of a pattern that fits different head shapes: the head’s semi-girth and the distance between the forehead and the occipital fossa.

Assume that they are, respectively, 18 and 20 centimeters.

To create the side drawing, we build the following rectangle: A A1H H1.

AH is equal to 1/2 OG + 4 cm, or 18:2 + 4 cm, or 13 cm.

18:2 + 2 cm = 11 cm is equal to AA1 = 1/2 OG + 2 cm.

After halving the segments AA1 and HH1, insert (∙) G and G1. Draw a bisector from (∙) A and set aside 2.5 cm. To the right of (∙) H, set aside 2 cm. Use a pattern curve (∙) 2; G; 2.5; G1 to connect. Starting at (∙) A1, we depress 1 cm. Draw a line that extends by 1 centimeter from (∙) G1 to (∙) 1. Join (∙) 1 to the (∙) H1 line, then extend it by 1 centimeter. Insert (∙) H2. At (∙) H2, draw a straight line to (∙) 2.

Rectangles are also constructed for the central strip. The same as its sides are:

AH = A1H1, or 20 cm, is the length between the forehead and the occipital fossa;

HH1 – 1/2 of the head’s half-girth, or 9 cm, is equal to AA1.

We set aside 1 cm from (∙) A and H to the left and from (∙) A1 and H1 to the right. A straight line connects each (∙) 1 to the vertical’s middle (∙) (see drawing).

Sequence of sewing a cap from two parts

Keeping in mind the shared thread’s direction, mark the sections on the fabric. Cut out the hat in sections.

The side portion should be narrower if a wide lace frill is intended to be placed along the face’s oval line.

The children’s cap’s details appear as follows when fully turned: see photo.

We lay the folds by basting the lace frill to the back of the head. The frill should stick up rather than to the side because these pieces are sewn together in a single plane.

We align the central lines as we lay out the cap’s component pieces. We use pins to fix.

The pattern parts are then sewn together using a basting stitch. We take two steps to accomplish this, beginning at the center line in both directions. To avoid mismatched ends, try to make sure that the fabric tension on the pieces is consistent. It’s best for novices to use pins to secure the ends of their seams before basting.

We use a machine seam to sew the cap.

We slightly gather the cap and sew a wide step seam along its front edge. The purpose of this small fit is to improve the hat’s fit over the head.

Attach the lace to the front edge of the hat using a zigzag stitch. If you’d like, you can bash this seam first.

If you would like, you can sew a decorative fold along the line that goes along the hat’s front line.

Since our seams are internal, bias tape will be used to finish them. To do this, we cut a thin strip of fabric, like cambric, to be 35 mm wide.

Note

It is preferable to make the seams on a hat that you sew every day to be external. The child’s delicate head skin will feel more at ease with this option.

Seam-sew the piping in place.

Remove any extra fabric by cutting it off, tucking the piping around the seam allowances, and baste to secure. Sew the flat seam that results.

Gather the occipital piece’s bottom slightly after laying a large step stitch beforehand. This is done to make sure the hat fits the head more snugly. If preferred, you can make multiple tiny folds in place of gathering.

Finally, we process the cap’s lower edge with a facing that becomes ties. As a facing, you can use bias tape or a thin strip of appropriate fabric.

Sewing a bonnet for a newborn: video master class

Bonnet for a newborn baby: sewing master class from three parts

For the task at hand, we will require:

• fabric of natural composition;
• threads;
• scissors, pins, needles;
• sewing machine and overlock.

Description

Cut the cap’s components apart. To begin, fold the fabric in half and mark the two side panels and one central piece that make up the pattern. Next, use pins to secure the fabric, and since the pattern already accounts for seam allowances, cut out the piece without them.

Sew the parts together. Depending on the material selected, either an internal or external seam should be made. Baby caps ought to be cozy and secure. Internal seams with pipe processing afterwards are acceptable for soft fabrics. Harder fabrics should only have external seams. We will sew an outer seam in our master class.

Cut a strip that is 5 cm wide and as long as the cap’s front line. For this section, you can use ribana, a unique type of knit fabric, or any other thin, elastic material.

Sew the strip to the cap after folding it in half and stretching it slightly. We made the seam too big.

We sew the allowances on the front side 0.3 to 0.5 mm from the seams.

We used thin material to cut a long strip for ties. It is 5 cm wide and 60–70 cm long.

Sew the strip along the cap’s lower edge. To accomplish this, align the middles of the parts first, then fold the sections with the incorrect sides. We tucked in a few tiny folds along the cap’s side seams when we sewed.

The cap is turned inside out. After folding the facing in half, the allowances are tucked inside. With a 2-3 mm step back, we draw a line. The first stitching line is overlapped when creating the seam.

Sew the ties’ short ends several times, then trim off any extra allowance. Alternatively, you could knot the ends.

Step	Description
1. Pattern	Create a simple oval shape pattern, approximately 12-14 inches in circumference, depending on the size of the newborn"s head.
2. Cutting	Fold the fabric in half, place the pattern on top, and cut two pieces of fabric for the cap.
3. Sewing	Place the two fabric pieces together with the right sides facing each other, and sew around the edges, leaving the bottom open.
4. Hemming	Fold the bottom edge inward about 1/2 inch, and sew a hem to create a clean finish.
5. Finishing	Turn the cap right side out, smooth the seams, and check the fit on the newborn"s head.

Making a newborn cap is a satisfying project that lets you add your unique touch to a baby’s essential clothing. You can make sure your newborn stays warm and comfortable by carefully choosing breathable, soft fabrics and sticking to a straightforward pattern.

Sewing a cap is an easy project, even for novices, as it requires only basic stitching techniques. A well-fitting, long-lasting cap can be achieved by taking the time to precisely measure and neatly finish the edges.

All things considered, creating a cap for your baby is a heartfelt way to blend imagination with reality. The work you put in will be well worth it, whether you sew it as a unique memento or to incorporate into your baby’s regular outfit.

Choosing delicate, soft materials that are safe for a baby’s delicate skin and sewing them into a basic pattern that guarantees comfort and a snug fit are the two main steps in making a cap for a newborn. If you know how to sew, you can create a personalized cap that will protect a newborn’s delicate head and add that special touch that store-bought caps sometimes don’t.

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