Easy bunny ear baby girl hat knitting pattern using circular needles with flat knit ears. This beginner-friendly hat features a sweet bow on top—perfect for gifts and photos.

If you’re looking for a knitting project that’s equal parts adorable, practical, and beginner-friendly, this easy bunny ear baby girl hat knitting pattern is one you’ll come back to again and again.

This design combines the best of both worlds: the hat is knit in the round on circular needles for a seamless, polished finish, while the bunny ears are knit flat on straight needles, making them simple to shape and assemble.

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Finished with a sweet bow on top, this hat is designed especially for baby girls—perfect for gifts, spring outfits, Easter photos, and everyday wear.

Even better? It’s a relaxing, approachable project that looks much more advanced than it actually is.

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Why You’ll Love This Easy Bunny Ear Baby Girl Hat Knitting Pattern (Circular Needles + Flat Knit Ears)

This isn’t just a novelty hat—it’s a wearable, giftable piece that’s as functional as it is cute.

This pattern is:

Knit in the round on circular needles (no bulky seams)|
Designed with flat knit bunny ears for easy construction
Beginner-friendly with simple shaping
Finished with a bow on top for a baby girl look
Quick enough to complete in a weekend

✨ The bow detail is what makes this hat feel extra special—it instantly transforms it into a baby girl bunny hat that’s perfect for photos and gifts.

If you love easy hat patterns, you’ll also want to check out:
How to Knit a Hat on Straight Needles

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Easy Bunny Ear Baby Girl Hat Knitting Pattern (Circular Needles + Flat Knit Ears)

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Yarn: Rowan Pure Wool Superwash in Pretty Pink, Elegant Yarns in Cheesecake (for the bow)
Needles Size US 7 16 inch circular needles and US 7 single point knitting needles for the ears and bow.
Gauge: 18–20 stitches = 4 inches (10 cm)in stockinette stitch
Sizes: Size 12 months (18 months, 24 months)

Pattern instructions:
Using circular needles- Cast on 52 sts (56, 60)
Knit in Garter stitch until piece measures 6 (6 1/2, 7″) inches from the beginning.

Crown shaping for 12 month size-
Round 1: *K4, K2tog* repeat around
Round 2: *K3, K2tog* repeat around
Round 3: *K2, K2tog* repeat around
Round 4: *K1, K2tog* repeat around
Round 5: *K2tog* repeat around
Cut tail and pull through remaining stitches. Weave in ends.

Crown shaping for 18 month size-
Round 1: *K5, K2tog* repeat around
Round 2: *K4, K2tog* repeat around
Round 3: *K3, K2tog* repeat around
Round 4: *K2, K2tog* repeat around
Round 5: *K1, K2tog* repeat around
Round 6: *K2tog* repeat around
Cut tail and pull through remaining stitches. Weave in ends.

Crown shaping for 24 month size-
Round 1: *K5, K2tog* repeat around
Round 2: *K5, K2tog* repeat around
Round 3: *K4, K2tog* repeat around
Round 4: *K3, K2tog* repeat around
Round 5: *K2, K2tog* repeat around
Round 6: *K1, K2tog* repeat around
Round 7: *K2tog* repeat around
Cut tail and pull through remaining stitches. Weave in ends.

Ears (make 2)
Using straight needles- Cast on 9 sts
Rows 1-11: Stockinette stitch, beginning with a K row|
Row 12: P2tog, P5, P2tog
Row 13: K across row
Row 14: P2tog, P3, P2tog
Row 15: K across row
Row 16: P2tog, P1, P2tog

Bow (make 1)
Using the straight needles, cast on 12 sts. Work in garter stitch for 8 rows. Bind off.

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How to Assemble the Easy Bunny Ear Baby Girl Hat Knitting Pattern (Circular Needles + Flat Knit Ears):

Pinch the ear together at the bottom to give it shape. Make a stitch to hold it in place.

Stitch the ears to the top of the hat

Knit the Bow using the above pattern.

Take a piece of yarn and tie it in the middle of the bow. Make a knot in the back.

Sew the bow onto the top of the hat, at the base of the ears.

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How This Pattern is Constructed

One of the best parts of this pattern is how thoughtfully it’s designed.

Instead of using one technique for everything, it combines methods to keep the project both simple and polished.

The hat is knit in the round on circular needles, creating a smooth, seamless finish
The bunny ears are knit flat on straight needles, making them easy to shape and beginner-friendly
The bow is knit separately and attached, adding a soft, decorative detail

✨ This combination keeps the knitting straightforward while still giving you a professional-looking result.

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Beginner-Friendly (Even with Circular Needles)

If you’ve never used circular needles before, this is a great project to try.

The hat itself is knit in the round, but the structure is simple and repetitive—perfect for getting comfortable with circular knitting.

And because the ears are knit flat, you still get that familiar, beginner-friendly experience for part of the project.

You may want to check out my circular knitting tutorial:
How to Knit a Hat on Circular Needles

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Customize Your Bunny Hat

This pattern is incredibly versatile and easy to personalize.

You can:

Change colors (pastels, neutrals, seasonal shades)
Adjust ear size for different looks
Make the bow larger or smaller
Use a contrasting bow color
Skip the bow for a more neutral version

For more inspiration, check out:
Flat Knit Baby Mitts
Flat Knit Baby Bonnet
Flat Knit Baby Booties
Baby Poncho Knitting Pattern
Baby Kimono Sweater Knitting Pattern

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Make It a Matching Gift Set

Want to turn this into a full handmade baby gift? It pairs beautifully with other knitted pieces.

Create a full set with:

Booties
Sweaters
Blankets

Try pairing it with:
Garter Stitch Baby Wrap Sweater Knitting Pattern

and
Easy Diagonal Knit Baby Blanket

This creates a cohesive, thoughtful gift that feels truly special.

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Pattern Details for this Easy Bunny Ear Baby Girl Hat Knitting Pattern (Circular Needles + Flat Knit Ears)

This bunny ear baby girl hat knitting pattern is designed for beginner to confident beginner knitters.

Skills used include:

Knit and purl stitches
Knitting in the round
Simple decreases
Basic seaming and assembly

The instructions are clear, straightforward, and designed to make the process enjoyable from start to finish.

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If you’re looking for a baby girl bunny hat knitting pattern that’s easy, adorable, and actually fun to make, this is the one.

The combination of a seamless circular knit hat, flat knit bunny ears, and a sweet bow on top creates a design that feels polished, playful, and perfect for gifting.

It’s quick enough for last-minute projects, simple enough for beginners, and cute enough that you’ll want to make more than one.

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