Uploaded January 2024 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
The Grace Tinley Preemie Beanie is an easy crochet beanie pattern worked in simple double crochet stitches and the classic granny stitch pattern. 3 preemie sizes available, with additional sizes from Newborn through Adult Large linked below.
I designed this beanie using my own technique to keep the seam straight, and I'm showing you exactly how I do it! Feel free to replace with your own method - whatever you are the most comfortable with.
Other Granny Stitch Baby Pieces:
- Granny Tinley Newborn Beanie (other sizes linked in Description box): youtu.be/P9fuDmghJqA
- Lightweight Grace Tinley Beanie (Newborn - Adult Large): youtu.be/TEHjEzQDYsU
- Gia Afghan (8 Sizes): youtube.com/watch?v=zWZ0dgSL7GI
Looking for another easy crochet preemie beanie tutorial? Check out the:
- Dylan Claire Preemie Beanie: youtu.be/-BYwnJNpexQ
You'll need a Small Amount of Worsted Weight Yarn, an I9/5.5mm Crochet Hook, and Tapestry Needle, plus a soft tape measure as gauge is important.
*My original beanies were worked in Red Heart Soft in the Really Red, White and Rosy Blush colorways. Sample worked in WeCrochet Swish.
What is the best yarn to use to crochet a beanie?
I love WeCrochet Swish Yarn (affiliate link): shrsl.com/38yuc. It’s 100% superwash merino wool, but it’s so soft, not itchy, and it’s so cozy, it feels like it’s giving you a big hug. Lion Brand Wool Ease (wool and acrylic blend; (affiliate link): shrsl.com/2bnl2), and Berroco Vintage (wool and acrylic blend; (affiliate link): lovecrafts.com/en-us/p/berroco-vintage?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=27cd0231) are similar, and also make lovely, soft, squishy and cozy beanies. All of them hold up well to wear and tear and machine washing and drying.
Wools and wool blends are better for keeping warm against the wind, but if you’re donating this beanie, I recommend looking up the requirements from the organization as each has it’s own set of guidelines so you’ll want to check with the organization first.
If you’re looking for an acrylic yarn, and can’t use Red Heart Super Saver, or want to try something different, I have heard some great things about WeCrochet Brava yarn (affiliate link): shrsl.com/38yuo, though I haven’t tried it yet myself.
If you want to treat yourself to an ergonomic crochet hook, I highly recommend SiennasBowtique on Etsy. Here is the Koi Fish one I'm using in the video (affiliate link): tidd.ly/3AKVOMr
Time Spent: 15 - 30 Minutes (depending on size)
Sizes Include: 1-1 1/2lb, 2-3lb, 3-5lb; After this, it's a Newborn size
You can find the free written pattern on my blog: eyeloveknots.com/2017/02/chunky-like-preemie-granny-square.html
Get the PDF on Ravelry: ravelry.com/patterns/library/grace-tinley-preemie-beanie
Get the PDF on Etsy (affiliate link): tidd.ly/41Zy5oE
Time Stamp:
00:00 Intro & Materials
03:16 How to Make a Slip Knot
03:51 How to Crochet a Chain
04:44 Round 1 for 2-3lb
07:55 Round 1 for 1-1 1/2lb & 3-5lb
11:35 Why do we work Round 1 different depending on the beanie size?
12:25 Why do we increasing for a beanie?
12:56 How do you keep your seam straight when crocheting a beanie?
14:12 Round 2 - Stop increasing for 1-1 1/2lb size
19:09 Round 3 - Stop increasing for remaining 2 sizes
22:06 Next Round - 1st round of repeat
24:00 Next Round - 2nd round of repeat
26:13 Recap Repeat & Number of Rounds Per Size
28:05 Overview of Last Round
28:36 Finish Option 1: Single Crochet (US SC)
29:50 Finish Option 2: Single Crochet in Back Loop Only (US SC in the BLO)
32:11 Measure Length
33:51 How to Weave in Crochet Tail Ends
39:11 Outro
The Grace Tinley Preemie Beanie is an easy crochet beanie pattern worked in simple double crochet stitches and the classic granny stitch pattern. 3 preemie sizes available, with additional sizes from Newborn through Adult Large linked below.
I designed this beanie using my own technique to keep the seam straight, and I'm showing you exactly how I do it! Feel free to replace with your own method - whatever you are the most comfortable with.
Other Granny Stitch Baby Pieces:
- Granny Tinley Newborn Beanie (other sizes linked in Description box): youtu.be/P9fuDmghJqA
- Lightweight Grace Tinley Beanie (Newborn - Adult Large): youtu.be/TEHjEzQDYsU
- Gia Afghan (8 Sizes): youtube.com/watch?v=zWZ0dgSL7GI
Looking for another easy crochet preemie beanie tutorial? Check out the:
- Dylan Claire Preemie Beanie: youtu.be/-BYwnJNpexQ
You'll need a Small Amount of Worsted Weight Yarn, an I9/5.5mm Crochet Hook, and Tapestry Needle, plus a soft tape measure as gauge is important.
*My original beanies were worked in Red Heart Soft in the Really Red, White and Rosy Blush colorways. Sample worked in WeCrochet Swish.
What is the best yarn to use to crochet a beanie?
I love WeCrochet Swish Yarn (affiliate link): shrsl.com/38yuc. It’s 100% superwash merino wool, but it’s so soft, not itchy, and it’s so cozy, it feels like it’s giving you a big hug. Lion Brand Wool Ease (wool and acrylic blend; (affiliate link): shrsl.com/2bnl2), and Berroco Vintage (wool and acrylic blend; (affiliate link): lovecrafts.com/en-us/p/berroco-vintage?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=27cd0231) are similar, and also make lovely, soft, squishy and cozy beanies. All of them hold up well to wear and tear and machine washing and drying.
Wools and wool blends are better for keeping warm against the wind, but if you’re donating this beanie, I recommend looking up the requirements from the organization as each has it’s own set of guidelines so you’ll want to check with the organization first.
If you’re looking for an acrylic yarn, and can’t use Red Heart Super Saver, or want to try something different, I have heard some great things about WeCrochet Brava yarn (affiliate link): shrsl.com/38yuo, though I haven’t tried it yet myself.
If you want to treat yourself to an ergonomic crochet hook, I highly recommend SiennasBowtique on Etsy. Here is the Koi Fish one I'm using in the video (affiliate link): tidd.ly/3AKVOMr
Time Spent: 15 - 30 Minutes (depending on size)
Sizes Include: 1-1 1/2lb, 2-3lb, 3-5lb; After this, it's a Newborn size
You can find the free written pattern on my blog: eyeloveknots.com/2017/02/chunky-like-preemie-granny-square.html
Get the PDF on Ravelry: ravelry.com/patterns/library/grace-tinley-preemie-beanie
Get the PDF on Etsy (affiliate link): tidd.ly/41Zy5oE
Time Stamp:
00:00 Intro & Materials
03:16 How to Make a Slip Knot
03:51 How to Crochet a Chain
04:44 Round 1 for 2-3lb
07:55 Round 1 for 1-1 1/2lb & 3-5lb
11:35 Why do we work Round 1 different depending on the beanie size?
12:25 Why do we increasing for a beanie?
12:56 How do you keep your seam straight when crocheting a beanie?
14:12 Round 2 - Stop increasing for 1-1 1/2lb size
19:09 Round 3 - Stop increasing for remaining 2 sizes
22:06 Next Round - 1st round of repeat
24:00 Next Round - 2nd round of repeat
26:13 Recap Repeat & Number of Rounds Per Size
28:05 Overview of Last Round
28:36 Finish Option 1: Single Crochet (US SC)
29:50 Finish Option 2: Single Crochet in Back Loop Only (US SC in the BLO)
32:11 Measure Length
33:51 How to Weave in Crochet Tail Ends
39:11 Outro
