Free knitting patterns for baby cocoon or sleep sacks with matching hats that are great for baby photo shoots, costumes, or just cuddling. Most patterns are free. Updated 8/20/23
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Free Patterns
Baby Bunting and Hat
Striped baby cocoon and matching cap knit in 3 colors so it's a great stash buster. This also has been used for Hungry Caterpillar costumes. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Bernat.
Stripey Sleepy Sack
The original pattern is for a striped baby cocoon. Many knitters have customized this pattern as a Very Hungry Caterpillar baby costume, adding in hats with antennae, including the pictured project. Worsted weight yarn. Stripey Sleepy Sack designed by Kailee Erlandsen. Pictured Hungry Caterpillar project by babycakes5 who has notes for hat.
- Get the free knitting pattern for original design
- See babycakes5's Caterpillar Sleep Sack project notes. Link to the hat pattern she used is in her notes.
Lace Baby Cocoon and Hat Set
Baby sleep sack and cap are both knit flat. Cocoon is knit with Waves of Grain lace and eyelet. Hat is knit with eyelet and topped with i-cord bow. DK weight yarn. Old Pink Baby Hat & Cocoon designed by Barbara Ajroldi. Pictured project by katysawyer. Available in English and Italian
- Get the free knitting pattern. Scroll down page to find pattern.
- See the Ravelry page. Pattern on Ravelry is for purchase.
Acorn Cap and Swaddle Sack
Baby hat knit to look like an acorn with matching cocoon. Perfect for newborn and baby photo shoots! Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Rebecca Bright. Pictured project by carolincanada
Sweet Dreams Baby Cocoon and Hat Set
I-cord ties at the top of the hat and bottom of cocoon and fake fur trim add easy adorable touched to this baby set worked just in knit stitches in the round. Perfect prop for family photos and pictures of newborn babies. Quick knit with 2 strands of Bulky weight yarn held together (or one strand of Super Bulky). Designed by Tricia Drake for Lion Brand.
Owlie Sleep Sack and Matching Hat
Owl cables decorate this baby cocoon and matching hat. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Teresa Cole for Comfort Wool. Pictured project by -Kat
- Get the free knitting pattern for the sleep slack
- Get the free knitting pattern for the matching hat
- See the Ravelry page
- More Owl Cable Knitting Patterns
Lullaby and Goodnight Baby Cocoon and Hat Set
Fake fur trimmed baby cocoon and cap worked just in knit stitches in the round and are very stretchy. Makes a perfect sleep sack prop for family photos and pictures of newborn babies. Quick knit with 2 strands of Bulky weight yarn held together. Designed by Tricia Drake for Lion Brand.
Football Baby Sack and Hat
For the newest football fan in the family! Baby cocoon designed to look like a football with an earflap hat that looks like an old-style football helmet. Perfect for newborn and baby photo shoots! Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Alex Jochum.
Baby Cocoon and Cap
Easy baby cocoon and hat knit in the round with all knit stitches and minimal shaping. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Kim Kotary.
Baby Cocoon and Hat
Baby cocoon and hat are both knit flat sideways in garter stitch and shaped with short rows. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Bernat. A kit is also available.
More Free Patterns
Carrot Cocoon and Hat
Dress up your baby as a cute carrot in a mesh cocoon and matching carrot top hat. Great for photo props or costumes. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Michelle Garofalo
Cottontail Bunny Cocoon and Hat
Julie Farmer designed this adorable set for Red Heart.
Petite Pep Squad Cocoon
Knit this cocoon in your team’s colors!
Cozy in Cables Sleep Sack and Matching Hat
Designed by Suzetta of Suzie’s Stuff.
- Get the free knitting pattern for the sleep slack
- Get the free knitting pattern for the matching hat
- Get worsted weight yarn for this pattern on Etsy
Poppy Penguin Cocoon and Hat Set
Now Free thanks to the generosity of the designer! This snuggly matching sleep sack and hat set by Melody’s Makings can also be used as a newborn prop or Halloween costume, Suzes Newborn, 0-3 Months, 3-6 Months, 6-12 Months with larger size options for hat.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- See more Penguin Knitting Patterns
- See more Melody's Makings Knitting Patterns
Baby Pod and Hat
Easy matching striped baby cocoon and beanie. Baby sack is knit in the round with a 2 row repeat zigzag stitch. Hat is knit flat. DK weight yarn. Designed by Better Homes and Gardens.
Comfy Baby Cocoon and Cap
Easy stretchy ribbed sleep sack with matching hat by Kim Kotary
Baby Snuggle
Nikki Van De Car of What to Knit When You’re Expecting designed this “baby cozy” with matching hat.
Snuggle Sack and Bonus Hat
Purl Soho designed this cozy cocoon with hood and zipper.
Santa Baby Cocoon
This holiday set includes baby Santa hat and snuggle sack. It’s great for holiday photos for a new arrival, and will fit most babies from newborn up to 3-6 months.Designed by Danielle Lanois
Candy Corn Cocoon and Cap
Dress up baby trick or treaters in this easy cozy snuggle sack for Halloween from Red Heart Yarn.
Patterns for Purchase
Pleated Baby Cocoon And Hat
Striped baby bunting cocoon pattern is made in one piece from side to side in a pleated effect with matching hat. It looks gorgeous when made, it ties down the front with buttons and pulls together at the bottom for easy changing. Sizes from preemie to 3-6 months. DK weight yarn. Designed by ShiFio.
Baby Bunny Sleep Sack And Hat
This cocoon and hat set turns your baby into an adorable bunny for Easter or any time. Knit in stockinette with a simple intarsia tummy patch. Designed by Woman's Weekly. Chunky weight yarn.
Woven Cables Baby Cocoon and Hat KIT
Matching baby sleep sack and ribbed hat that are a perfect showcase for self-striping yarn. DK weight yarn. Designed by Mary Maxim. Kit only
Train Baby Cocoon and Hat
Finished Size: Small baby to 3 months with 2 larger sizes included for both the cocoon and hat.
Teddy Bear Baby Cocoon and Hat
Finished Size: Small baby to 3 months with 2 larger sizes included for both the cocoon and hat.
Caterpillar Baby Cocoon and Hat
Great as a newborn photo prop and for swaddling! Both the cocoon and the hat are knit in the round, with basic knit and purl stitches, and no seam to sew — VERY EASY! Great for stash busting!
Quacky Ducky Baby Cocoon and Hat
This adorable duck baby set pattern is written row-by-row with many step-by-step pictures, easy to follow.
Football Baby Cocoon and Hat
For the young sports fan! Hat comes in two sizes: newborn/preemie and 0-6 months.You can knit in the round or knit flat and seam.
Rainbow Cable Baby Cocoon and Hat
Unique intertwined cables are easier than they look but make a colorful baby set.
Musical Baby Bunting Set
Baby hat with musical note colorwork and baby cocoon with keyboard design.
Owl Baby Cocoon
3 Sizes: Preemie, 0-3, 3-6 months. Crochet pattern also available. Designed by ShiFio
