A classic shape with a hint of texture framing the face. Easy styling with one button under the chin makes it a good choice for babies who like to pull their hats off. Worked back and forth to start and then joined in the round for shaping at the back of head.

Difficulty level
Intermediate

Sizes
0-6m (6-12m, 12-24m, 2-4y)

Finished Measurements
7 1⁄2 (8 1⁄4, 8 3⁄4, 9)”/19 (21, 22, 23) cm tall (including neck trim)
6 1⁄2 (7, 7 1⁄4, 7 3⁄4)”/16.5 (18, 18.5, 19.5) cm wide

YARN
• 85 (95, 100, 105) yds /75 (85, 90, 95) m of worsted or DK weight yarn
• 12-24m bonnet shown in Berroco Modern Cotton in Barrington 1619 (60% pima cotton, 40% modal rayon; 209 yds/191 m 100g).

NEEDLES
• One pair straight needles in size US 4/3.5 mm
• One pair straight needles in size US 6/4 mm
• One set dpns 5”/12.5 cm in size US 6/4 mm

NOTIONS
• One 5/8”/16 mm button
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• Waste yarn for holding sts

GAUGE
• 20 sts and 32 rows = 4”/10 cm in St st with larger needles