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On day nine of my #100daysofknitstitches I featured this bonnet. It was requested that I write up a pattern for others to follow. Please note that I did not create this specific stitch combination and am not taking ownership of doing so. I am simply going to jot down how you can get this bonnet on your needles.


Materials:

dk weight yarn (I used Sublime Cashmere/Merino) for newborn it takes about 39 yards

Size US 6/4mm needles

Your favorite crochet hook. I think I used a size G. (for the ties)


Sizes: nb, 0-3, 3-6, 9-12


Abbreviations:

k-knit

p-purl

s1- slip one stitch (purl wise)

s1 wyif- slip one stitch with yarn in front

k2tog- knit two stitches together

RS- right side of work

WS- wrong side of work



Just Jute... in a newborn size.

Cast on (using long tail method) 49, 53, 56, 59


Row 1: Purl all

Row 2 (RS): s1, k3, * P1, S1 WYIF (repeat from * til last 5 stitches) , p1, k4

Row 3 (WS): s1, k4, *P1, K1 (repeat from * till last 4 stitches), k4


Repeat rows 2 and 3 until your bonnet measures 3", 4", 4.5", 5"


Decrease/Shaping: Size nb & 0-3

Row 1: Purl all

Row 2: s1, *k6, k2tog (repeat from * till end)

Row 3: purl all

Row 4: s1, *k4, k2tog (repeat from *till end)

Row 5: purl all

Row 6: s1, *k2, k2tog (repeat from *till end)

Row 7: purl all

Row 8: k2tog to end of row

Cut string leaving a long tail. Weave tail through remaining stitches and pull tight. To add strings chain 50. Join the live to chain to bonnet and continue working the chain by attaching it through the (slipped stitches). This will go all the way around your bonnet. Then once all the way around (the bottom portion) chain 50 more and tie off.

You can also just cut six long strings of yarn and braid 3 on each side.



Decrease/Shaping: Size 3-6 and 9-12months

Row 1: purl all

Row 2 (RS): S1, *k10, k2tog (repeat from * to end of row)

Row 3 (WS): purl all

Row 4: s1, *k8, k2tog (repeat from * to end of row)

Row 5: purl all

Row 6: s1, *k6, k2tog (repeat from * to end of row)

Row 7: purl all

Row 8: s1, *k4, k2tog (repeat from * to end of row)

Row 9: purl all

Row 10: s1, *k2, k2tog (repeat from * to end of row)

Row 11: purl all

Row 12: s1, k2tog to end of row


Cut string leaving a long tail. Weave tail through remaining stitches and pull tight. To add strings chain 50. Join the live to chain to bonnet and continue working the chain by attaching it through the (slipped stitches). This will go all the way around your bonnet. Then once all the way around (the bottom portion) chain 50 more and tie off.

You can also just cut six long strings of yarn and braid 3 on each side.




Texas does all things big. That includes the July 4th festivities. My neighborhood currently smells like one smokey firecracker! Despite the smell, I love it. I love what it means to be an American.


As an immigrant, this day is one of the most exciting in my family. Without the opportunity to come to this nation....there would be no Mr. & Mrs. Hunt. There wouldn't be a Sofia! Each year, this day, is reminder to be thankful for I have!


I could go on and on about all the blessings that have come from my adoption. But, the biggest and best thing is a real home with a real family. Right here. Right in the heart of the bible belt of East Texas. I couldn't be more happy that God chose THIS place for myself and my family.


So, as part of the yearly tradition, here is my gorgeous baby girl wearing her obnoxiously cute (and festive) Stars and Stripes!!! Hope you have a happy and safe evening with those that matter the most...in the best place on earth!



 
 
 

Her silly faces are the absolute best!

She wanted this sweater so badly! She asked for it daily. Are you done yet? When can I wear it? Will it be ready for school, I want to show my friends!


My precious girl, how I love knitting for you! I will knit you sweaters as long as you'll wear them!


This one is the quickest knit you'll ever find! I did three in one month!!! It is one of my favorite go-to sweaters. I'm sure I'll be knitting more as the weather cools off. I may even need to do a larger size for kindergarten.



For this mini Flax I used Yarn Bee's roving wool called Chloe. It is perfectly soft and comes in lovely colors. Sofia picked the French Rose and we couldn't be happier with it!!


Pattern for the Flax is available for free on Ravelry! http://tincanknits.com/pattern-SC-flax.html






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