✿ Beautiful from every angle

From front to back, this crochet newborn bonnet uses several stitch combinations so it’s beautiful from any angle.

To make sure the instructions were crystal clear, my testers made it “blind,” with no product photo and written instructions only. It was a fun mystery test, and everyone loved the results.

✨ What makes it work

• Stitch combinations. Clusters and V stitches for texture.
• Blind tested. Made from written instructions only.
• Two yarn options. DK or fine weight.
• Ribbon ties. Optional ribbon finishes it.

✂️ What you’ll need

• Yarn: Grace Hand-dyed, Louisa Harding (light 3), 45 yds · or Lace, Patons (fine 2)
• Hooks: H (5.0mm) for DK (3) yarn · I (5.5mm) for fine (2) yarn
• Tools: Darning Needle · Scissors
• To finish like the sample: Ribbon for ties if desired

⭐ Good to know

• Size: Newborn
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Special stitches: Cluster, beginning cluster and V stitch, all explained
• Gauge: 14 sts and 7 rows = 4” x 4” in double crochet · gauge help
• Terms: US crochet

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Briana

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