Long-Tailed Bonnet Hat Lusie

A delicate, fluffy knitted bonnet with a rounded top and two extra-long scarf tails. Worked in airy mohair yarn, this design combines the cozy feel of a hat with the elegant look of a long scarf. The tails can be wrapped around the neck or tied in a bow for a versatile, romantic look. **Skill Level** *Intermediate* This pattern is suitable for knitters who are comfortable working in the round and flat, shaping with decreases, and handling live stitches. **Skills Required** Casting on using a provisional crochet cast-on Knitting and purling Working in the round on circular needles Knitting flat in stockinette stitch Making right-leaning and left-leaning decreases (k2tog and SSK) Placing stitch markers and shaping with crown decreases Unravelling a provisional cast-on and picking up live stitches Working a crochet slip-stitch edging Weaving in ends and wet-blocking Basic crochet knowledge is required for the provisional cast-on and finishing edging. **Materials** Main yarn: 2 balls of Mondial Dolce Mohair, 50 g / 150 m (164 yd) per ball *Yarn Requirements*: Choose a lightweight, fluffy yarn with an airy, voluminous texture, such as a brushed mohair blend. The yarn should create a soft, fuzzy fabric while keeping the finished hat and scarf tails light and comfortable to wear. Knitting needles: 10 mm (US 15) circular needles, 40 cm (16 in) long Crochet hook: 10 mm (US N/P-15) Stitch markers Contrasting scrap yarn for the provisional cast-on Tapestry needle for weaving in ends The recommended yarn and needle size are intended to achieve the gauge below. If necessary, adjust your needle size to match the gauge. *Gauge* 9 stitches × 12 rows = 10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 in) in stockinette stitch, measured unblocked. Gauge is important for achieving the intended fit and proportions. If your gauge differs, try a different needle size. **Finished Measurements** Head circumference: approximately 55–59 cm (21.7–23.2 in) Length of each scarf tail: approximately 110–115 cm (43.3–45.3 in) Measurements may vary slightly depending on your yarn, gauge, and blocking. Pattern Notes The pattern is written for one size, with a little flexibility in fit due to the soft, airy fabric.