Interweave SKU: EP10320

Most babies also would have worn a highly decorated bonnet on their christening day during the eighteenth century. This bonnet starts at the back circle and includes the Gathered Stitch and Broken Rib patterns to coordinate with gown and bonnet. (Interweave)

Finished Size: about 5½ inches (14 cm) wide and 6 inches (15 cm) tall

Yarn: Cascade Yarns Ultra Pima Fine, 100% cotton yarn, sport weight, 136½ yards (124.8 m)/50 gram (1.8 oz) skein, 1 skeins of #3718 Natural

Yarn Weight: #2 - Fine

Needles: Needles, circular, 24 inches (60 cm) and double pointed, sizes 2 (2.75mm) and 1 (2.25 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions: Stitch markers, Tapestry needle, Crochet hook, size E/4 (3.5 mm)

Gauge: 7 sts and 10 rows = 1 inch (2.5 cm) in St st on larger needle

Originally Published: Knitting Traditions Fall 2014