If you like vintage style for kids, try this retro bonnet pattern. Whimsical chevron edge design conveniently covers those precious ears, ties keep the baby from taking the hat off, and oversized pompom just adds to overall cuteness of this piece. It is also very stretchy and fits a wide range of head sizes perfectly. Change the color palette, omit the pompom, and you have a helmet hat for a boy!

Skill level: beginner to intermediate
Finished dimensions: sized for girls 1-4 years old (head circumference 18-20 inches).
Yarn: baby weight yarn. Main color (about 2 oz). Complimentary color (about 2 oz).
Needles: straight needles size 3.5mm/US4 or size to obtain gauge; double point needles size 3.5mm/US4.
Other materials: tapestry needle, stitch markers.
Gauge: 12 st and 16 rows = 2” (stockinette stitch)
To save time , please check your gauge.