Bonnie Potter

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Crochet: Brimmed Hat
Get ready for summer fun with this crochet straw hat pattern. The loose stitch pattern means your head can breathe, while the lovely brim keeps the sun out of your eyes and face. Make your own crushable, easy wear sun protection, perfect for beach, swimming, and gardening! This pattern includes multiple sizes from infant through adult.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
It doesn’t get more spring-y than a giant flower hat! This pattern is topped off by a three-dimensional, one-piece flower that’s crocheted right into the body of the hat. There’s no sewing on afterward! This charming beanie is quick to work and a favorite with little girls. Instructions for sizes from newborn through age 8 are included.
Crochet: Brimmed Hat
Get ready for summer fun with this adorable crocheted straw hat pattern. The stitches are dense to keep the sun out of your eyes, but the hook size means that the hat breathes easily and is very comfortable for warm days. The wide brim can be worn down or folded up for two styles with one cute hat. Make your own crushable, easy wear sun protect...
Crochet: Brimmed Hat
Get ready for summer fun with this adorable crocheted straw hat pattern. The stitches are dense to keep the sun out of your eyes, but the hook size means that the hat breathes easily and is very comfortable for warm days. Make your own crushable, easy wear sun protection, perfect for beach, swimming, and gardening! This pattern includes multipl...
Crochet: Brimmed Hat
Get ready for summer fun with thisquick and easy crocheted straw hat pattern. This hat has a charming rolled brim, wide enough to protect eyes from the sun, but light enough to be comfortable and cool. Make your own crushable, easy wear sun protection, perfect for beach, swimming, and gardening! This pattern includes multiple sizes from infant ...
Crochet: Billed Hat
Perfect for every season, this sweet newsboy has a soft, dense texture that works for little boys or little girls. The banding around the brim is crocheted right in (not attached after the hat is finished). The giant flower is optional, but is a fun finishing touch for little girls. The pattern includes sizes from newborn through adult.
Crochet: Baby Blanket
Instructions are included to make a beautiful floral afghan. The pattern is modular, so you can make the afghan to any custom size you desire. The body of the afghan is made up of soft, textured flowers, each worked in one piece with a flat back. The flowers are joined together motif-style as you crochet, so there’s no sewing together afterward...
Crochet: Bonnet
This elegant bonnet has a vintage feel. Worked in a combination of rounds and rows, this sweet bonnet will be perfect for keeping off the spring chill. Instructions for sizes from newborn to 12 months are included.
Crochet: Brimmed Hat
Get ready for warmer weather with this traditional sailor’s hat. This hat has a solid texture, but can be made very lightweight depending on your yarn choice. This is an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up baby. The pattern includes sizes from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Welcome your little one with an elegant, vintage-feel hat. This is an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up baby. The pattern includes sizes from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
You little one will be ready to cuddle in this distinctive hat. There is no hand sewing in this set -- the hat is worked all in rounds. Multiple sizes are included with the pattern, from newborn through approximately age 10.
Crochet: Booties
These elegant slippers are surprisingly easy! They’re perfect for formal events with baby. Makes these for sizes from newborn through 24 months.
Crochet: Brimmed Hat
This simple sunhat has a gigantic sunflower to hold the brim off of little one’s forehead, while still keeping the sun out of her eyes. Pattern includes sizes from newborn through age 4.
Crochet: Baby Blanket
Instructions are included for a large afghan with a star-stitch center and a light-weight edging.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
This is the perfect hat for your summer baby bug! Instructions are included to make a baby’s hat in sizes from newborn to age 3. The hat has a dense stitch and a lovely scalloped edge. The ladybug’s spots and antennae are easily attached.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Frills and ruffles are the domain of every little princess. Indulge the obsession with this hat of solid ruffles. There is no hand sewing in this set -- the hat is worked all in rounds. Three sizes are included with the pattern, from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Instructions are included to make a baby’s hat in 4 sizes from newborn to age 3. Instructions for the large flower are also included. This soft, stretchy pattern is great as baby grows.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
This crochet pattern gives instructions to crochet a distinctive furry beanie with ribbon trim. This will be a favorite not only for the holiday but throughout the year.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
An elegant pattern with ribs and scallops adorns this beautiful baby hat. This is an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up baby. The pattern includes sizes from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
This sweet hat has a simple stitch that works quickly. The lovely scalloped edge is accented with a woven trim and a large flower. This makes a great photo prop or a fun hat for every day. Sizes for newborn through age 3 are included.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
This set makes an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up baby. The pattern is sized for a newborn.
Crochet: Stocking
Welcome your brand new baby with this cuddly stocking cap and diaper cover. This is an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up baby. The pattern is sized for a newborn -- the baby in the photo is less than 2 weeks old.
Crochet: Legwarmers
These frilly legwarmers are perfect for princesses of all ages. Make them to match outfits for dance lessons or just for school to keep little legs warm at recess. Pattern includes instructions to increase to any size needed.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Just in time for spring, this sweet rabbit hat has floppy ears and a simple, distinctive edging. It’s a great prop for Easter. Excellent for newborn photos or for welcoming a spring baby. The pattern includes sizes from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
Modeled after Eric Carle’s famous caterpillar, this set is perfect for baby’s first photos! The hat pattern is super-easy and very soft. The coccon has stripes that bulge in and out just like the caterpillar in the book. Two patterns are included with this: the pattern for the hat and the pattern for the cocoon, both in newborn size.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
Dress up your sweet little baby bear with this simple hat. Make it in colors for boys or girls. Multiple sizes are included from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
Welcome your baby in style! This is an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up baby. A super easy hat starts the project. The skirt can be completed with or without the polka dots, and includes charming bloomers built right in.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Welcome your little one with an fun, funky pom-pom hat. This is an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up baby. The pattern includes sizes from newborn through 12 months.
Crochet: Bonnet
This elegant bonnet is super-quick to work. It features a knit-look stitch pattern, with the simplicity of crochet. Perfect for photos, this is sure to be a favorite!! Instructions for sizes from newborn through age 3 are included.
Crochet: Cloche Hat
Welcome your princess by covering her in layers and layers of ruffles! This is an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up baby. The pattern includes sizes from newborn through age 4. The diaper cover is available separately.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
This fun hat has a spiral texture. It works quickly but looks like you worked on it for hours. Pattern includes sizes from newborn through age 3, as well as the flower pattern.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Welcome your little one with an elegant, vintage-feel hat that’s perfect for Christmas and the whole winter season. This is an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up baby. The pattern includes sizes from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Expect lots of giggles from your little one with this silly, squiggly hat. Three sizes are included with the pattern, from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque, Blanket - Other
This set uses the softest, most cuddly yarn. A quick, basic stitch means it works up quickly. Two patterns are included with this: the pattern for the hat and the pattern for the cocoon, both in newborn size only.
Crochet: Stocking
Haul out the holly, it’s almost time for Christmas! Celebrate the festive season with this fun Santa or elf hat. The entire hat is worked in one piece, and is super-quick to work. This is an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up baby. The pattern includes sizes from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
Perfect for little boys, this hat has knotted ear flaps and a chunky, contrasting stripe. This hat uses basic stitches to create a very distinctive look. Perfect for photos, this is sure to be an every day favorite, especially for cool weather!! Instructions for sizes from newborn through age 10 are included.
Crochet: Bonnet
This lovely pixie bonnet is super-quick to work. It features a knit-look stitch pattern with a beautiful ribbed edging, all with the simplicity of crochet. Perfect for photos, this is sure to be a favorite!! Instructions for sizes from newborn through age 3 are included.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
Dress up your sweet little baby bird with this simple hat. Multiple sizes are included from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
A bright, cheerful accessory for summer, this hat is sure to be a favorite with mother and daughter. Sizes from newborn to age 3 are included with the pattern.
Crochet: Booties
These charming booties are fun and fast. The fun loopy texture around the cuff is distinctive and very easy to create. The instructions are written for 0-3 month size, but they can be made any size through 18 months by adjusting yarn and hook size.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
The texture on this hat makes it very distinctive. This pattern includes multiple sizes from newborn through age 3. It makes a great photography prop for baby’s first photos.
Crochet: Billed Hat
This crochet pattern gives instructions to crochet a traditional 8-pointed policeman’s cap, as well as the shield emblem for the front. Perfect for pictures and for dress-up, little ones love pretending to be their favorite officer.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
This cuddly chick is a festive touch for spring and Easter photos. Dress up your little one with this charming baby chick hat. This hat is simple and works up super-fast. A fun touch for everyday or for baby’s photos. Instructions for sizes from newborn to 12 months are included.
Crochet: Costume
This set has a sweet texture and a soft lion’s mane. An elegant photography prop, this set is also fun just to dress up baby. The pattern is sized for a newborn -- the baby in the photo is less than 2 weeks old.
Crochet: Stocking
This lightweight stocking cap is perfect for baby! It uses soft, lightweight DK yarn and a basic crochet stitch. The ribbed edging is a lovely finishing touch. This pattern includes multiple sizes for baby’s first year.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
This simple beanie is perfect for Valentine’s Day celebrations! An old-fashioned heart applique attaches to the basic beanie, and the coordinating edging on both pieces dresses up the whole set. This pattern includes multiple sizes for newborns through adults.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
An anchor crocheted right into the body of the hat dresses up this traditional beanie. This hat has a solid texture, but can be made very lightweight depending on your yarn choice. This is an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up baby. The pattern includes sizes from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
The stitch pattern on this is very simple, but it comes out with a herringbone effct. Instructions are included for the hat and the flower in 3 sizes from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Bonnet
This lovely pixie bonnet is super-quick to work. Perfect for photos, this is sure to be a favorite!! Instructions for sizes from newborn through age 3 are included.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
This sweet monkey hat is a charming addition to a little one’s wardrobe. It works as a photography prop or as a fun hat for every day. The pattern includes instructions for hats in three sizes ranging from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
Spruce up for baby’s first pictures with this baby bumblebee hat and stinger set. This pattern is a quick pattern. Instructions for sizes from newborn size only are included.
Crochet: Booties
These charming booties are fun and fast. The fun loopy texture up the cuff is distinctive and very easy to create. Instructions are written for newborn size, but will fit up through 24 months by changing yarn weight and hook size. Suggestions for the increases are also included.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Ahoy, Matey! Little pirate crewmen will be ready for adventure with this simple little hat. The beanie is all worked in one piece (including the tie!). It’s quick and super-cute! Pattern comes with sizes for newborns through age 3.
Crochet: Booties
Celebrate the arrival of that little ballerina with her first pair of pointe shoes! This pattern will make the cutest ballet shoes for baby. Instructions are included for newborn size, with instructions to increase hook and yarn size to adjust the fit through approximately age 24 months.
Crochet: Costume
This pattern creates a charming mermaid tail cocoon with a soft, stretchy texture a simple shell edge. The headband is easily sized up or down.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
This charming set is perfect for winter or for the holidays. Featuring a textured novelty yarn that looks just like a snowball, the beanie has a snowman face complete with a top hat. The pattern is sized for a newborn.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
Get your little dinosaur ready to roar!! This is an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up baby. The pattern is sized for a newborn.
Crochet: Billed Hat
The hat in this set has ribs from the top to the edge. The wide trim on the edge is worked into the body of the hat, not sewn on later. The brim is has a stiff stitch to keep it in place.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
This sweet hat has a bubbly stitch that creates the texture of lamb’s wool, but is simple to make and to wash. Most importantly, it’s still supersoft for baby to wear.
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
This elegant bowl has a puffy stitch that finishes looking like bubbles all over. It’s in a newborn size, but can easily be adjusted for larger babies. I’ve seen these called cocoons, swaddlers, pouches, and several other things. They’re all the rage as photography right now!
Crochet: Baby Blanket
This is the perfect beginner’s project, using just two basic stitches. It’s fast and easy! Instructions are included for a baby afghan, approximately 45x45”. This pattern is easily sized up or down to the desired size.
Crochet: Baby Blanket
Instructions are included for a simple baby afghan. This is an easy pattern which uses only single crochets, double crochets, and chains.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
Show the world what a sweetie your little girl is with this lovely cupcake hat. An fun touch for everyday or for baby’s photos. Instructions for the 0-3 month size are included, along with instructions for how to increase hook and yarn size to make larger sizes.
Crochet: Bonnet
This lovely bonnet is super-quick to work. It features a knit-look stitch pattern with a beautiful ribbed edging, all with the simplicity of crochet. Perfect for photos, this is sure to be a favorite!! Instructions for sizes from newborn through age 3 are included.
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
This photography prop set has a lovely loose pattern with charming picots throughout. Two patterns are included with this: the pattern for the hat and the pattern for the cocoon, both in newborn size. Instructions for the flower are also included.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
Welcome your little one with an elegant, vintage-feel hat. This is an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up baby. The pattern includes sizes from newborn through age 3. The diaper cover is available separately.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
This elegant earflap hat has a vintage feel. It’s worked primarily with hdcs, but arranged for a lovely lacy texture. Over one ear flap are three elegant roses. Instructions for sizes from newborn through age 3 are included.
Crochet: Bonnet
She sells sea shells by the sea shore. This lovely seashell bonnet is super-quick to work. Perfect for photos, this is sure to be a favorite!! Instructions for sizes from newborn through age 3 are included.
Crochet: Stocking
This pattern makes up a charming elf hat. The rounded top goes quickly into a long, thin tail that is crocheted clear to the end (instead of braided most of the way) and finishes off with a giant pom pom. Pattern includes instructions for sizes from newborn to 10 years old.
Crochet: Baby Blanket
Wrap up that new little one with this feather-soft lacy wrap. Designed primarily as a photo prop, this lacy set allows baby’s features to show through the wrap. The finished item works up at about 25” square.
Crochet: Billed Hat
The gorgeous texture on this hat is created with some of the most basic crochet stitches! Instructions for sizes from newborn through adult are included with the pattern. A fun touch for everyday or for baby’s photos.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Just in time for spring, this little bunny hat is the perfect prop for Easter. Excellent for newborn photos, with ears stitched in such a way that they stand up without any wire, this hat is quick to work up. The pattern includes sizes from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
This charming hat will never need to have its embellishments fixed since the bow is crocheted right into the body of the hat. A favorite for both mother and daughter. Sizes are included from newborn through adult.
Crochet: Stocking
This chunky stocking cap has a giant tassel off the bottom of the tail. It’s simple to increase and fun to do. The pattern includes sizes from newborn through age 3. Get ready for baby’s photos!!
Crochet: Costume
Welcome your baby in classic style! This is an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up baby. A super easy hat starts the project with a basic beanie, and it’s completed by darling shorts with the large white dots. Pattern includes instructions for newborn size only.
Crochet: Brimmed Hat
Prepare your little one for the inevitable obsession with fire trucks with this easy fireman’s hat. An cute accessory for everyday or for baby’s photos. Instructions for sizes from newborn through age 3 are included.
Crochet: Headband
This elegant headband is super-quick. It features a simple double shell all the way around the headband, and an elegant and easy flower. Instructions are included for multiple sizes from 14”-21” head circumferences.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
This charming beanie uses textured yarn and easy stitches to create the perfect hat for snowy weather. Adorn it with a bow for a little girl, or leave it plain for little boy. The pattern includes instructions to make the hat in sizes from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
Perfect for little boys, this hat has knotted ear flaps and a chunky, contrasting stripe. This hat uses basic stitches to create a very distinctive look. Perfect for photos, this is sure to be an every day favorite, especially for cool weather!! Instructions for sizes from newborn through age 3 are included.
Crochet: Cloche Hat
This crochet pattern gives instructions to crochet an elegant pinecone hat, just in time for Christmas and winter events. This hat is perfect for portraits as well as for holiday celebrations. Sizes are included for newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Blanket - Other
This charming pattern has a lovely stitch that allows baby’s fingers and toes to peek through into the photo. It works up thick and soft and is a photographer’s favorite.
Crochet: Booties, Cloche Hat
Celebrate the arrival of that little ballerina with her first pair of pointe shoes and a matching hat! This sweet set hat uses a lightweight yarn for a perfect summer look. An elegant touch for everyday or for baby’s photos. Instructions are included for the newborn size of both items.
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
This elegant bowl has a simple stitch that finishes looking like herringbone with a large shell trim. It’s in a newborn size, but can easily be adjusted for larger babies. I’ve seen these called cocoons, swaddlers, pouches, and several other things. They’re all the rage as photography right now! Unlike many other options, this pattern uses wors...
Crochet: Earflap Hat
This fun hat is perfect for little boys, but easily adjust for little girls when bows are added to the braids. This is an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up. The pattern includes sizes from newborn through age 8.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
This is one of our most elegant hats. The soft cream with a subtle shell texture contrasts beautifully with the deep red rose and curly tails. Sizes from newborn to age 3 are included with the pattern.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
This is the ultimate girly-girl hat. The hat itself is pretty basic, but the oversize flower and spiral tails make every girl feel like a beautiful princess. Instructions are included for four sizes from newborn through age 6.
Crochet: Stocking
This pattern makes up a charming elf hat. The rounded top graduates slowly a long, thin braided tail that finishes off with a large tassel.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
This charming bear hat is cute and cozy for your little one. It makes up quicky, but still looks so cuddly. This is the perfect prop for newborn photos! It’s also very popular with my toddlers. Includes sizes from newborn through age 3.
Crochet: Cloche Hat
This is a simple pattern, perfect for the beginning crocheter. This hat can be whipped up in under 30 minutes. Instructions are included for newborn through adult sizes and for the simple flower.
Crochet: Cloche Hat
Instructions are included to make a baby’s hat in 4 sizes from newborn to age 3. Instructions for the large flower are also included. This soft, stretchy pattern is great as baby grows.
Crochet: Cloche Hat
This is an elegant hat that works great with spring outfits and Easter dresses. Large shells/scallops look like flower petals, and run all the way around the sides of the hat. Patterns are included in sizes from newborn through adult.
Crochet: Brimmed Hat
This pattern creates an elegant hat for spring and summer. The wide, slightly ruffled brim keeps your face shaded in style. The large daisy in the center is whimsical and fun. This pattern is easy enough for most beginners to follow easily, but unique enough to appeal to crocheters (and fashionistas) of all ages.
Crochet: Billed Hat
Make a beanie with a fun dimensional V-stitch around the base and a darling brim. The pattern includes instructions to make the flower embellishment. This item includes separate instructions for each size from newborn thrugh adult.
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
This pattern is for a triangle patterned stork sack photography prop. Whether you call them eggs, pods, cocoons, slings, or anything else, they’re all the rage in newborn photography right now. This is an easy project that comes together very quickly. My pattern uses a triangle stitch pattern and has a deep bowl at the bottom to swaddle tiny ne...
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
This pattern is for a newborn size “bowl” prop. I’ve seen them called cocoons, swaddlers, pouches, and several other things. They’re all the rage as photography right now!
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
This pattern is for a newborn size “bowl” prop. I’ve seen them called cocoons, swaddlers, pouches, and several other things. They’re all the rage as photography right now! Unlike many other options, this pattern uses worsted weight yarn, so the item has a lovely weight that doesn’t overwhelm baby. The bowl is made up of a delicate but dense sti...
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
This elegant bowl has a lovely cluster stitch with a large shell trim. It’s in a newborn size, but can easily be adjusted for larger babies. I’ve seen these called cocoons, swaddlers, pouches, and several other things. They’re all the rage as photography right now! Unlike many other options, this pattern uses worsted weight yarn, so the item ha...
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
This pattern is for a diamond patterned stork sack photography prop. Whether you call them eggs, pods, cocoons, slings, or anything else, they’re all the rage in newborn photography right now. This is an easy project that comes together very quickly. My pattern uses a diamond stitch pattern and has a wide enough bowl at the bottom that baby can...
Crochet: Soakers, Billed Hat
This fun textured cluster stitch on both hat and diaper cover will create the perfect portrait for you. An elegant photography prop, this set is also fun just to dress up baby. The pattern is sized for a newborn -- the baby in the photo is less than 2 weeks old.
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
This pattern creates a charming cocoon with a soft, stretchy texture a simple shell design. Babies fingers, toes, and sweet skin peek through the holes in the pattern.
Crochet: Soakers, Billed Hat
A soft woven-look texture is worked in rounds to make this hat. Although it looks complicated, it’s actually easy to achieve. This is perfect for summer outings since it’s made of a light weight yarn and the brim will keep the sun out of your little one’s eyes. An elegant photography prop, this hat and diaper cover set is also fun just to dress...
Crochet: Soakers, Billed Hat
The hat in this set has ribs from the top to the edge. The wide trim on the edge is worked into the body of the hat, not sewn on later. The brim is has a stiff stitch to keep it in place. An elegant photography prop, this set is also fun just to dress up baby. The pattern is sized for a newborn -- the baby in the photo is less than 2 weeks old.
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
This set has a lovely loose pattern with shells and picots that almost look like little tiaras. It also has large holes which allow a little bit of baby’s skin to peek through. Two patterns are included with this: the pattern for the hat and the pattern for the cocoon, both in newborn size.
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
This set features cluster stitches which are fast to work and super stretchy, so this hat will grow with baby. The contrasting edging trim really makes the hat pop in photos, and the giant pom poms accentuate baby’s chubby cheeks. An elegant photography prop, this hat and diaper cover set is also fun just to dress up baby. The pattern is sized ...
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
This pattern is for a stork sack photography prop. Whether you call them eggs, pods, cocoons, slings, or anything else, they’re all the rage in newborn photography right now. This is an easy project that comes together very quickly.
Crochet: Soakers, Beanie, Toque
Welcome your princess by covering her in layers and layers of ruffles! This is an awesome photography prop, but is also fun for just dressing up baby. The pattern is sized for a newborn -- the baby in the photo is 8 days old. The ruffles require no sewing! You work them in the pattern as you go. The pattern also includes instructions for the ro...
Crochet: Soakers, Earflap Hat
Simple, soft shells will envelope your little one with this hat and diaper cover. An elegant photography prop, this set is also fun just to dress up baby. The pattern is sized for a newborn -- the baby in the photo is 8 days old. The rose is a no-sew pattern so it’s quick and easy.
Crochet: Soakers, Billed Hat
This set has a delightful texture that makes the hat and diaper cover perfect for a boy or girl. The band above the brim is worked right into the pattern without sewing it on later. An elegant photography prop, this set is also fun just to dress up baby. The pattern is sized for a newborn -- the baby in the photo is less than 2 weeks old.