Keely Garter Bear Bonnet by BurraKnits

Keely Garter Bear Bonnet

Knitting
December 2025
Baby, Toddler, Child, Adult S, M, L
English
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Description
This bonnet is worked flat in Garter stitch. Two ear sections are established with markers. Ears are shaped using increases. After the increase section, a decrease sequence gathers all stitches of each ear. The work is then joined to be knit in the round. The crown is shaped using decreases at three points. Ties worked as an I-Cord.
Difficulty Level
Intermediate
A Note on Gauge
To ensure a perfect fit this pattern is structured by gauge (seven gauge ranges 12 - 24 (in stitches per 4” / 10 cm). . It is highly recommended to knit a swatch in Garter Stitch, wash, and block it to accurately measure your gauge and choose the correct version of the pattern for your project. (See additional note on Page 3 regarding Garter stitch adjustment).
Sizes / Head Circumference
Baby (3-6 m): 14-16 in / 35-40 cm
Toddler (1-3 years): 18-20 in / 42-47 cm
Child (4-7 years): 19-21 in / 48-53 cm
Adult S: 20.5-22 in / 52-56 cm
Adult M: 22-23 in / 56-58 cm
Adult L: 23-24 in / 58-61 cm
(Instructions for all sizes are written as: Baby (Toddler, Child, Adult S, Adult M, Adult L))

Finished measurements
Face Opening: 12 (15.25, 17, 17.5, 18, 18.5) in / 30-31 (39, 43, 45, 46, 47) cm
Depth: 6 (7.5, 8.25, 8.75, 9, 9.5) in / 15-16 (19, 21, 22, 23, 24) cm
Materials
Knitting Needles: Needles for working flat (circular or straight), Double Pointed Needles (DPNs) or circular needles for Magic Loop Method.
Notions: Removable Stitch Markers, Tapestry Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape.

Skills Required
Casting On, Working Flat and in the Round, Increasing, Decreasing.