The Bonnie Bell Baby Bonnet is a charming crochet baby bonnet designed for newborns and infants. With its beautiful texture and timeless style, it makes an adorable photo prop and can also be worn as a cozy layer to keep your little one warm. It’s a quick, beginner-friendly project that works up beautifully and makes a thoughtful handmade gift.
Why You’ll Love This Crochet Baby Bonnet
- Quick, beginner-friendly pattern
- Easy stitches that create a gorgeous texture
- Curly ties add a whimsical touch
- Great for photo shoots or as a warm winter accessory
- Instructions to make a crochet baby bonnet in sizes newborn-12 months
Bonnie Bell Baby Bonnet Crochet Pattern Details
Skill Level: Easy
Finished Size: 5″ x 5″ to 6.5″ x 6.5″ laid flat (to fit 12″ to 18″ inch head circumference)
Hook Size: I/9 (5.5mm)
Yardage: 50 – 150 yards worsted (#4) weight yarn
This crochet baby bonnet uses basic single and double crochet stitches with simple increases, as well as a section of cross double crochet. This is a beginner-friendly stitch combo that’s easy to do and creates an amazing texture! If you need a little help with the stitches, watch my cross double crochet video tutorial.
The pattern is worked in the round to start and then turned in rows to finish the bonnet. You’ll finish it off by adding the adorable curly ties.
The Bonnie Bell Baby Bonnet crochet pattern has instructions for newborn to toddler sizes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this crochet baby bonnet meant for everyday wear?
This adorable bonnet looks beautiful in photos, but it’s also warm and cozy enough for everyday wear. It can help keep little ears protected on cooler days with a watchful adult nearby. However, because of the ties, babies should never be left unattended while wearing this bonnet.
What yarn is best for a crochet baby bonnet?
Since the bonnet is worn against baby’s sensitive skin, a soft yarn is best. Caron Simply Soft is a great option that’s 100% acrylic and machine washable. For a more breathable summer bonnet, you might also consider cotton options like Cotlin from WeCrochet.com or I Love This Cotton from Hobby Lobby.
Which size of crochet baby bonnet should I make?
Using a soft measuring tape, measure around the widest part of baby’s head. Keep the tape snug and straight, but not tight, as you read the measurement. Choose the size that matches this measurement. If baby falls between sizes, it’s best to size up to allow room for growth.
If you’re making this crochet baby bonnet as a gift and don’t have exact measurements, choosing one or two sizes larger is a safe and practical option. Read this post for more info on how to measure for crochet items that fit perfectly!
How do I wash and care for a crochet baby bonnet?
To keep your crochet baby bonnet looking its best, follow the care instructions for your chosen yarn. Many acrylic and cotton yarns are machine washable, making them easy to care for. For best results, wash on a gentle cycle and lay flat to dry to help maintain the bonnet’s shape and texture. Learn more about how to care for crochet garments here.
The Bonnie Bell Collection
Love this pattern? Try one of these other cute patterns that use the same stitch combo. The hat patterns include instructions for sizes newborn through adult, so you can make a matching set for the whole family!
Bonnie Bell Crochet Baby Bonnet Pattern
Materials Needed
48-140 yards light worsted weight (#4) yarn
I Hook (5.5mm)
Measuring tape
Darning needle for weaving in ends
Stitches Needed and Abbreviations
sc-Single Crochet
dc- Double Crochet
Ch- Chain
st- Stitch
sl st- slip stitch
CDC- Cross Double Crochet Stich (skip stitch, 1 DC in next two stitches, then working over the DC’s just made DC into the skipped stitch) One CDC is worked in a total of 3 stitches.
*- repeat from
Pattern Notes
Gauge is listed at the beginning of each size.
Starting chain does not count as first stitch unless otherwise stated.
Size Chart:
Newborn: 12-13” circumference, approximately 5” x 5”
0-3 Months: 13-14” circumference, approximately 6” x 6”
3-6 Months: 14-16” circumference, approximately 6” x 6.5”
6-12 Months: 16-18” circumference, approximately 6.5” x 6.5”
Bonnet is measured top to bottom by front to back.
Newborn (5″ x 5″)
Gauge: After round 4 your circle should measure 4.25”.
Create a MC.
Round 1: Ch 2, 10 dc in circle, pull tight, join to first st. (10 st)
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, join to first st. (20 st)
Round 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in first st, 1 dc in next, *2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next*, repeat from * around, join to first st. (30 st)
Round 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in first st, 1 dc in next 2, * 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 2 st*, repeat from * around, join to first st. (40 st)
Row 5: Ch 2, dc in next 35 stitches leaving 5 stitches unworked, do not join. (35 st)
Row 6: Ch 2, turn, skip first stitch (same stitch as ch 2), 1 dc in next 2 st, working across the 2 dcs just made dc into the skipped stitch, (You have now completed your first CDC), *work CDC over the next 3 stitches*, repeat from * around, on the last CDC you will have to work the second dc into the previous row’s beginning ch st. (12 CDC st)
Rows 7-9: Repeat row 6.
Row 10: Ch 1, sc in each st around (36 sc)
From the last sc ch 30. In 2nd ch from hook, 3 sc into each ch st going back up to the bonnet. Join with a sc to the sc you started at.
Sc around the side and back of the bonnet working all the way to the other side.
From there ch 30. In 2nd ch from hook, 3 sc into each ch st going back up to the bonnet. Join with a sc to the sc you started at.
Fasten off, weave in ends.
0-3M (6″ x 6″)
Gauge: After round 5 your circle should be 5”.
Create a MC.
Round 1: Ch 2, 10 dc in circle, pull tight, join to first st. (10 st)
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, join to first st. (20 st)
Round 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in first st, 1 dc in next, *2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next*, repeat from * around, join to first st. (30 st)
Round 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in first st, 1 dc in next 2, * 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 2 st*, repeat from * around, join to first st. (40 st)
Round 5: Ch 2, 2 dc in first st, 1 dc in next 7 st, *2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 7 st*, repeat from * around, join to first st. (45 st)
Row 6: Ch 2, 1 dc in the next 39 stitches, leaving 6 stitches unworked, do not join. (39 st)
Row 7: Ch 2, turn, skip first stitch (same stitch as ch 2), 1 dc in next 2 st, working across the 2 dcs just made dc into the skipped stitch, (You have now completed your first CDC) *work CDC into the next 3 stitches*, repeat from * around. (13 CDC)
Rows 8-11: Repeat row 7.
Row 12: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st around (39 st)
From there, ch 35, in 2nd ch from hook 3 sc in each ch st back up to the bonnet, join with sc to beginning sc.
SC around the side and back all the way to the other side of the bonnet.
From there, ch 35, in 2nd ch from hook 3 sc in each ch st back up to the bonnet, join with sc to beginning sc.
Finish off, weave in ends.
3-6m (6″ x 6.5″)
Gauge: After round 5 your circle should measure 5.25”
Create a MC, CH 2
Round 1: 10 dc in circle, pull tight, join to first st. (10 st)
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, join to first st. (20 st)
Round 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in first st, 1 dc in next, *2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next*, repeat ** around, join to first st. (30 st)
Round 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in first st, 1 dc in next 2, * 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 2 st*, repeat ** around, join to first st. (40 st)
Round 5: Ch 2, 2 dc in first st, 1 dc in next 3 st, * 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 3 st*, repeat ** around, join to firs st. (50 st)
Row 6: Ch 2, 1 dc in the next 45 stitches, leaving 5 stitches unworked, do not join. (45 st)
Row 7: Ch 2, turn, skip first stitch (same stitch as ch 2), 1 dc in next 2 st, working across the 2 dcs just made dc into the skipped stitch, (You have now completed your first CDC) *work CDC into the next 3 stitches*, repeat ** around. (15 CDC)
Rows 8-13: repeat row 7
Row 14: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st around (45 st)
From there ch 40. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, work 3 sc in each ch, back up to the bonnet, join with sc to beginning sc.
SC around the side and back of the bonnet to the other side of the bonnet.
From there ch 40, work 3 sc in each ch, back up to the bonnet, join with sc to beginning sc.
Finish off, weave in ends.
6-12 months (6.5″ x 6.5″)
Gauge: After round 6 your circle should be 6.25”.
Create a MC, ch 2.
Round 1: 10 dc in circle, pull tight, join to first st. (10 st)
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, join to first st. (20 st)
Round 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in first st, 1 dc in next, *2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next*, repeat **around, join to first st. (30 st)
Round 4: Ch 2, 2 dc in first st, 1 dc in next 2, * 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 2 st*,
repeat ** around, join to first st. (40 st)
Round 5: Ch 2, 2 dc in first st, 1 dc in next 3 st, * 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 3 st*,repeat ** around, join to first st. (50 st)
Round 6: Ch 2, 2 dc in first st, 1 dc in next 9 st, * 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 9 st*,repeat ** around, join to first st. (55 st)
Round 7: Ch 2, 1 dc in next 48 stitches, leaving the last 7 stitches unworked. (48 st)
Row 8: Ch 2, turn, skip first stitch (same stitch as ch 2), 1 dc in next 2 st, working across the 2 dcs just made dc into the skipped stitch,(You have now completed your first CDC) *work CDC into the next 3 stitches*, repeat ** around. (16 CDC)
Rows 9 -15 : Repeat row 8
Row 16: Ch 1, turn, sc in each stitch around. (48 st)
From there ch 45, work 3 sc in each ch, back up to the bonnet, join with sc to beginning
sc.
SC around the side and back of the bonnet to the other side of the bonnet.
From there ch 45, work 3 sc in each ch, back up to the bonnet, join with sc to beginning
sc.
Finish off, weave in ends.
I hope you enjoy the Bonnie Bell Baby Bonnet crochet pattern! Pair it with the matching Bonnie Bell Baby Legwarmers for an sweet set!
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