Simple Vintage Style Baby Bonnet Crochet Pattern FREE
Free Crochet Pattern for a Babys Bonnet.
This vintage-inspired baby bonnet is one of those quick, satisfying projects that looks like it took ages — but can be completed in under one hour. If you’re searching for a lovely new project, consider trying a vintage baby bonnet crochet pattern to add a touch of classic charm to your creations.
Made with soft 3-ply yarn (I used Cygnet Kiddies Super Soft) and a 4.5 mm hook, this easy baby bonnet crochet pattern is perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a sweet handmade gift.
Finished Size:
The bonnet measures approximately 15 inches around, making it ideal for a baby around 0- 3 months old.
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. All opinions are my own.
The sizing is flexible — simply change your hook size or yarn weight to adjust for smaller or larger babies.
Those interested in crocheting might be intrigued by the simplicity of making this vintage baby bonnet crochet pattern. As it is made in a T-shape rather than the customary bonnets started with magic ring and circles
Why You’ll Love This Pattern:
- Beginner-friendly, with simple steps
- Soft and textured stitch pattern
- Fast to make — under one hour
- Customizable fit, which is another reason to explore creating a vintage baby bonnet crochet pattern.
Materials
- 3-ply baby yarn (Cygnet Kiddies Super Soft recommended)
- 4.50 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle for sewing
- sewing pins for making the front of bonnet
- Optional: ribbon for ties
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet stitch
- dc – double crochet stitch
- sl st – slip stitch
- to * – repeat instructions between asterisks
Crochet Baby Bonnet Written Pattern Instructions
Pattern Stitch (worked in rows):
sc in each of next 2 sts, dc in each of next 2 sts, repeat from * to * across, ending with 2 sc.
Foundation Row:
Ch 47 (sides and back of the Bonnet)
Row 1:
Starting in 2nd ch from hook, work *sc in each of next 2 sts, dc in each of next 2 sts,* repeat from * to * across, ending with 2 sc.
Row 2:
Ch 2, *dc in next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts* repeat from * to * across, ending with 2 dc.— alternating stitch types to create a woven effect, typical of vintage baby bonnet crochet patterns.
Rows 3: ch1, work *sc in each of next 2 sts, dc in each of next 2 sts,* repeat from * to * across, ending with 2 sc. TURN
Rows 4–16:Repeat Rows 1 and 2 alternately.
Shaping the Crown:
Row 17: Slip stitch across the first 16 stitches. join yarn in the 17th stitch, Work the pattern stitch over the next 14 stitches only.*sc in each of next 2 sts, dc in each of next 2 sts,* repeat from * to * across, ending with 2 sc. TURN
Continue in pattern stitch on this centre panel until it reaches the same length as the side sections.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. The piece will now look like a “T”.
Assembly:
Sew the sides of the bonnet together. Turn right side out.
RS: Fold back the front edge (about two stitches wide). and pin into place
Add a Ruffled Edge
Join yarn to the bottom corner of the bonnet where the folded rim meets.
Row 1 (Picot Ruffle): work evenly into the gaps of the second stitches of the fold Ch 3, sc in next stitch/gap, sl st into next, ch 3 — repeat until the end. TURN (15 Ch3 spaces
Row 2:
ch 1, *3 dc in next ch-3 sp * repeat from * to* end, creating the iconic ruffle effect seen in vintage baby bonnet crochet patterns.
slip to the very bottom corner of bonnet and Ch about 8 inches (or desired length), then sc in each ch back to the start.
work evenly around the bottom of the bonnet at neck edge to the opposite side, if you feel the neck is going to be too wide, skip a stitch between the single crochet and create a second chain
Please READ FULL Disclosure, TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF USE HERE
Thank you for visiting my website or purchasing a pattern.
It helps me to maintain the website and buy new materials to make even more FREE PATTERNS.
As always, you can make and sell items you have made from the pattern.
You MUST acknowledge LisaAuch.com as the original designer.
YOU will NOT copy or distribute the pattern online TEXT OR PDF, in part or whole anywhere else,
NO Factory Distribution nor mass production of any kind.
Happy Hooking (c) All Rights Reserved LisaAuch Crochet
