Layla bow tie bonnet

A classic oversized bonnet with a bow tie, designed to keep you warm during the coldest days. Blending functionality with chic style, this piece is crafted with meticulous attention to detail for the perfect fit and lasting comfort. The scarf is generously long, allowing it to wrap securely around your neck, while the bonnet’s back is tailored with just the right amount of fabric to ensure a snug closure that keeps the cold out. Model wears Size 2 and scarf Size Large, with a head circumference of about 55 cm / 21.75”. **LEVEL** Intermediate (2/3) **YARN** Option 1 3 (3) 3 skeins of Semilla by BC Garn (50 g = 160 m / 175 yds) (100% wool). 1(1) 1 skein of Svala by BC Garn (50 g = 400 m / 437 yds) (100% RAS alpaca). The sample is knit in Semilla in colourway “29” and Svala in colorway “03 grey”. Option 2 4 (4) 5 skeins of Cashmere Klassik by Gepard Garn (25 g = 105 m / 115 yds) (100% cashmere). 3 (3) 3 skeins of Cashmere Kumula by Gepard Garn (25 g = 145 m / 160 yds) (100% cashmere). The sample is knit in Cashmere classic in colourway ”146” and Kumula in colorway “148”. The bonnet is worked by holding two strands of yarn together. **NEEDLES** 4 mm / US 3.5 circular needle, cable length 80 or 100 cm / 32 or 40” for the bonnet. 3 mm / US 2.5 circular needle, cable length 40 or 60 cm / 16 or 24” for the tie and ribbing. **GAUGE** After blocking: 19 sts x 30 rows = 10 x 10 cm /4 x 4” on 4 mm / US 3.5 needles in stockinette stitch worked flat. **SIZES** 1 (2) 3 Size 1 fits a head circumference of 54 cm / 21.25”. The width of the bonnet including ribbing is 27 cm /10.75”. Size 2 fits a head circumference of 56 cm / 22”. The width of the bonnet including ribbing is 28 cm /11”. Size 3 fits a head circumference of 58 cm / 22.75”. The width of the bonnet including ribbing is 29 cm /11.5”. *Note about the scarf* Regardless of your bonnet size, you can choose between two scarf widths: small or large. Although both scarf sizes are perfect to wrap around your neck, the smaller scarf is ideal for tying into a bow, while the larger version complements the oversized bonnet when worn as a traditional scarf.