Knit Fabric Crown with Elastic for Babies and Kids
We love celebrating life, and we’re devoted birthday fans—so we’re showing you how to make a crown with elastic for little ones.
Video class
This video is for members
Join Lulu Ferris to watch the complete class and sew along at your own pace.
What you’ll make
Sew a soft, reversible fabric crown for birthdays and other celebrations. Its low shape and evenly sized points were designed with young children in mind.
Batting adds soft structure. A fabric-covered elastic section provides a flexible fit without the stiffer Velcro closure.
For a taller shape with a Velcro closure, see the reversible birthday crown.
What you’ll learn in this class
- Choose and trace the appropriate pattern size.
- Position the knit grain for the required stretch.
- Sew a fabric casing and insert the elastic.
- Set up your machine to sew knit fabric.
- Sew, trim, and turn the padded crown points.
- Reinforce the elastic attachment.
- Close the opening by machine or invisible hand stitch.
Fabric and notions
The crown uses two knit fabric pieces, batting, and elastic. Choose a different fabric for each face if you want contrasting reversible sides.
A ballpoint or jersey needle is recommended for knit fabric. A walking foot can help feed the layered fabric and batting evenly.
Make it your own
You can substitute non-stretch woven cotton for the knit fabric. It is also easier to decorate if you want to add a name or number instead of leaving the crown plain.
Combine coordinating or contrasting fabrics to give each side a different look.
Pattern sizes
The PDF provides one pattern for ages 12–24 months and another for ages 3 years and up. Trace the required size before cutting.
The video class includes the printable crown pattern in both age ranges.
Pattern & materials
Patterns are included with membership
Active members can download every available PDF and materials list.