This crochet pattern includes instructions to make a range of sizes for the daintiest newborn photo prop through to a full-of-fun adult size.

Bonnet is worked seamlessly from side to side and can be made with, or without the braids.

Optional tulip motif can be cross stitched to the rear - chart included - oddments of DK or light worsted weight yarn recommended.

YOU WILL NEED up to 200 m (218 yds) Aran/WW yarn in main colour (see Size Chart for breakdown), 22 m (23 yds) hair coloured yarn, a 5.00 mm hook, a needle for neatening ends/stitching tulip and a stitch marker.

Yarn and hook may be adjusted providing you meet gauge.

Gauge: 8sts and 9 rows to 5cm (2”) in dc. Hook and yarn may be adjusted to achieve gauge.

FOR BOWS, YOU WILL NEED oddments of DK or light worsted weight yarn in desired colours and a 3.50 mm hook. You may, if you prefer, use ribbon for bows.

This pattern is written in UK terms with a table of US equivalents provided as applicable.

Pattern is fully tested.