Baby Bunny Bonnet

This bonnet is knit flat. It is worked as a rectangle in stockinette from the bottom and short rows are used to shape it. Once the main hood is finished, stitches are picked up along the edges to create the ribbing around the face. Lastly, stitches are cast on and picked up along the bottom of the hood to create the straps. Level: suitable for confident beginners. Sizes: 0-3 months (3-6 months) 6-9 months (9-12 months). Measurements: (when laid flat) width - 13 (15) 16.5 (17.5) cms. Length - 15.5 (16.5) 18 (19) cms. Yarn weight: Light DK. Gauge: 23 stitches 36 rows in stockinette on 3.50mm needles = 10 x 10 cm square Recommended yarn: Cardiff Cashmere Classic. Meterage: 80 (95) 110 (125) metres. Needles: 3.50mm 60cm (or 3.50mm straight needles). 3.00mm 60cm needles. Tools and notions: Darning needle, scissors.