Sestra Bonnet
Sestra, which means “sister” in Slavic languages, is a simple bonnet that is perfect for the whole family. It has an interesting construction that is fun to make and lovely to wear. It is completely seamless and, thanks to short rows, it has tighter elastic ribbing at the back for a better fit around the head, which means warm ears and a bonnet that stays put! The pattern is designed for the bonnet to be made with the yarn weight of your choice. Using fingering weight yarn will make for a lighter more delicate bonnet, while worsted weight yarn will create a thick fabric for colder days. Perfect for digging into your stash.
Skill Level: Easy
Materials
YARN: Due to the nature of this pattern, any weight of yarn will work.
The following are approximate amounts in common yarn weights.
Fingering weight yarn: 140 – 220 m
DK weight yarn: 130 – 190 m
Worsted weight yarn: 120 – 160 m
Brown sample: MillaMia, Naturally Baby Soft, Fingering weight (50% Cotton, 50% Soy).
Purple sample: Sirdar, Country Classic Worsted, Worsted weight (50% Acrylic, 50% Wool).
HOOKS: size needed to make the fabric of your choice. A large hook with fine yarn will create a light and airy fabric. A smaller hook with heavy yarn will make for a thicker fabric. Experiment with the yarn of your choice to choose the best hook for it.
NOTIONS: 3 stitch markers (or loose strands of yarn), measuring tape, and a tapestry needle.
Sizes + Measurements
This pattern comes in 5 different sizes. The instructions for each size are color coded and in the order shown here: Preemie (Newborn, Baby, Toddler, Child, Adult).
For head circumference of 35.5 (43, 45.7, 48, 50.8, 54.6) cm / 14 (17, 18, 19, 20, 21.5) inches.
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