Knitted Wave of Light Baby Bonnet

Introducing the Knitted Wave of Light Baby Bonnet, a charming and stylish accessory that will make your little one look absolutely adorable! This beautifully crafted bonnet is made from soft and cozy knitted fabric, ensuring maximum comfort for your baby's delicate skin. The intricate wave pattern adds a touch of elegance and uniqueness to the design, making it stand out from ordinary baby bonnets. The snug fit and adjustable ties ensure that the bonnet stays securely in place, protecting your baby's head from the elements. Whether it's a sunny day or a chilly breeze, this bonnet will keep your baby's head warm and shielded from harmful UV rays.

Requires:

DK yarn ~ around 16 – 18g

4mm needles

A small button if desired
Cast on 58sts

1^st Row S1, knit to end

Repeat this row 6 times more

8^th Row S1, k11, * kfb, k7, repeat from * to last 6sts, k6 (63sts)

9^th Row S1, knit to end

10^th Row S1, k3, purl to last 4sts, k4

11^th Row: S1, k3, *k2tog, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, yo, k2tog, k2tog, repeat from * to last 4sts, k4

12^th Row: S1, k3, purl to last 4sts, k4

Repeat last 4 rows four times more

29^th Row: S1, knit to end

Repeat last row 6 times more

36^th Row K2tog, k2, purl to last 4sts, k2, k2tog (61sts)

Shape Top ~

37^th Row: k2tog, k3, * k2tog, k4, repeat from * to last 2sts, k2tog (50sts)

38^th Row S1, purl to last st, k1

39^th Row: k3, k2tog, * k3, k2tog, rep from * to end (40sts)

40^th Row S1, purl to last st, k1

41^st Row: * k2, k2tog, rep from * to end (30sts)

42^nd Row S1, purl to last st, k1

43^rd Row: * k1, k2tog, rep from * to end (20sts)

44^th Row S1, purl to last st, k1

45^th Row: * k2tog, rep from * to end (10sts)

46^th Row s1, p2tog across row to last st, k1 (6sts)

Cut the yarn (leaving a ‘tail’ to use for sewing up), draw the end through all stitches, pull up tightly. Fasten off

Sew seam for 2” (5cm), leaving the bottom 3” (8cm) open

Add a crochet chain at both of the lower edges to make ties

OR

Add a chin strap if you prefer

To make a chin strap ~

Pick up and knit 5 stitches at one of the lower corners

Work in garter stitch (knit every row) until the strap measures 3” (8cm)

Buttonhole Row: K2, cast off one stitch, k1

Next Row: K1, kfb, k2

Knit 3 rows

Cast off

Add a button to the other lower edge

Darn away ends