Cable & Herringbone Free Baby Bonnet Knit Pattern Collection

Sharing is caring!

In this knit bonnet pattern pack, different textures, like cable stitches and the herringbone stitch, are explored with three different needle sizes. We will also be learning to pick up stitches along the edge of a cable design. Each bonnet has a unique look that is beautiful in any newborn photo session. And if you love knitting for a newborn, you might also enjoy the Blooming Knit Romper & Bonnet Pattern or the Newborn Baby Knit Bunny Free Pattern.

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. Please read my disclosure for more info.

So here is the Newborn Bonnet Knit Pattern Pack Three information below. And if you love making knitted bonnets, check out A Collection of 15 Bonnet Knitting Patterns Free.

Get all 15 Knit Bonnet Patterns in an E-book

Supplies for the Free Baby Bonnet Knit Pattern Collection:

Knitting Needles:

7 (4.5mm), 8 (5.0mm), and 15 (10mm) needles and can be knitted on Straight Needles, Circular Needles (min 28-inch cord), or DPN’s

Notions:

Stitch Marker
Sewing Needle
Scissors
Cable Needle
Row Counter if needed

Yarn:

Malabrigo Rios Worsted Weight Yarn
Shown in Playa Colorway

Yarn Substitute:
WeCrochet Heatherly Worsted
80% Acrylic, 20% Merino Wool

Abbreviations/Stitches:

CO- cast on
k- knit
k2tog- knit two stitches together
kf&b- knit front and back of stitch
k3tog- knit three stitches together
k1tbl- knit one through the back loop
p2tog- purl two stiches together
p1tbl- Purl one through the back loop
LC- Left Cross (defined below)
p- purl
pf&b- purl front and back of stitch
pm- place marker
RC- Right Cross (defined below)
skpo- slip one knitwise, knit, pass slip stitch over
sk2po- slip one knitwise, knit two together, pass slip stitch over
yo- yarn over
yf- yarn forward
yb- yarn back

Gauge:

4 inches x 4 inches

Bonnet 7: 17 stitches by 21 rows in stockinette
Bonnet 8: 18 stitches by 23 rows in stockinette
Bonnet 9: 19 stitches by 15 rows in pattern

Measurements/Sizes:

All bonnets are an average of 5 ½ inches deep x 5 ½ inches high when blocked; bonnet should only be worn with supervision due to the yarn ties.

Skill Level:

 Easy/Intermediate

Knitted Bonnet Using The Purse Stitch

Ready to add a touch of elegance to your knitting? Look no further than the Purse Lace Stitch! This one-row repeat is easy to master and creates a beautiful, reversible fabric with a subtle stretch.

The vertical lines give it a classic look, and the combination of purl stitches, yarn overs, and decreases is nothing short of magical.

Plus, it's perfect for a gender-neutral newborn knit baby bonnet - talk about versatile! Give it a try and watch your knitting skills soar.

Newborn Bonnet with Knit Purse Stitch Instructions

Rnd 32: p2tog, *yo, p2tog; repeat * around. 45 sts

Rnd 33: p1, *p2tog, (yo, p2tog) three times; repeat until last 3, p2tog, p1. 38 sts

Rnd 34: p1, *p2tog, (yo, p2tog) twice; repeat * until last, p1. 38 sts

Rnd 35: p1, *p2tog, (yo, p2tog) twice; repeat * until last, p1. 32 sts

Rnd 36: p1, *p2tog, yo, p2tog; repeat until last 3, yo, p2tog, p1. 24 sts

Rnd 37: p1, *p2tog, yo, p2tog; repeat until last 4, p2tog twice. 18 sts

Rnd 38: p2tog around. 9 sts

Fasten off yarn, using a yarn needle weave through final 9 stitches to close opening. Weave in ends.

Finishing in the Round in NO Pattern

Rnd 31: Join and work in the round; k2tog, knit around.45 sts

Rnd 32: *k2tog, k7; repeat * around. 40 sts

Rnd 33: *k2tog, k6; repeat * around. 35 sts

Rnd 34: *k2tog, k5; repeat * around. 30 sts

Rnd 35: *k2tog, k4; repeat * around. 25 sts

Rnd 36: *k2tog, k3; repeat * around. 20 sts

Rnd 37: *k2tog, k2; repeat * around. 15 sts

Rnd 38: *k2tog, k1; repeat * around. 10 sts

Fasten off yarn, using a yarn needle weave through final 10 stitches to close opening. Weave in ends.

Finishing Flat in Purse Stitch Pattern

Row 31: k1, *yo, k2tog; repeat until last 3, yo, k3tog. 45 sts

Row 32: p2tog, *yo, p2tog; repeat * around. 45 sts

Row 33: k1, *(yo, k2tog twice) three times; repeat until last 3, k1, k2tog. 38 sts

Row 34: p1, *p2tog, (yo, p2tog) twice; repeat * until last, p1. 38 sts

Row 35: k1, *(yo, k2tog twice) twice; repeat * until last, k1. 32 sts

Row 36: p1, *p2tog, yo, p2tog; repeat until last 3, yo, p2tog, p1. 24 sts

Row 37: k1, *k2tog, yo, k2tog; repeat until last 4, k2tog twice. 18 sts

Row 38: p2tog around. 9 sts

Fasten off yarn, using a yarn needle weave through final 10 stitches to close opening. Seam bonnet to row 31, weave in ends.

Finishing Flat NO Pattern

Row 31: p2tog, purl across.45 sts

Row 32: *k2tog, k7; repeat * across. 40 sts

Row 33: *p6, p2tog; repeat * across. 35 sts

Row 34: *k2tog, k5; repeat * across. 30 sts

Row 35: *p4, p2tog; repeat * across. 25 sts

Row 36: *k2tog, k3; repeat * across. 20 sts

Row 37: *p2, p2tog; repeat * across. 15 sts

Row 38: *k2tog, k1; repeat * across. 10 sts

Fasten off yarn, using a yarn needle weave through final 10 stitches to close opening. Seam bonnet to row 31, weave in ends.

Cable Trim Knit Newborn Bonnet Hat Pattern

Transform your little one into a fashion icon with a trendy twist! Add a touch of flair to your newborn's bonnet with a charming cable trim that's sure to turn heads.

Elevate their style game and keep them cozy and cute in this eye-catching accessory. Don't settle for a plain old hat when you can give your baby the gift of style with a cable-trimmed bonnet!

Knitting The Front Cable Trim of the Newborn Bonnet

Gauge is 18 stitches by 23 rows in stockinette = 4 x 4 inches
8 (5.0mm) Knitting Needle

Row 1: Long Tail or Cable Cast On 13 sts.

Row 2: p2, k1, (p1, k2) twice, p1, k1, p1, p1tbl. 13 sts

Row 3: k1tbl, k1, p1, (k1, p2) twice, k1, p1, k2. 13 sts

Row 4: Repeat Row 2. 13 sts

Row 5: k1tbl, (k1, p1) twice, slip 3 stitches to cable needle and hold in front, p1, k1, p1, then from cable needle p1, k1, p1, knit last 2. 13 sts

Row 6: Repeat Row 2. 13 sts

Row 7: Repeat row 3. 13 sts

Row 8: Repeat Row 2. 13 sts

Row 9: k1tbl, k1, slip 3 stitches to cable needle and hold in back, p1, k1, p1, (p1, k1, p1) from cable needle, p1, k1, p1, knit last 2. 13 sts

Rows 10-65: Repeat rows 2-9 six more times. 13 sts

Rows 66-67: Repeat rows 2-3 one more time. 13 sts

Row 68: Bind off knitwise. 13 sts

Front Cable Newborn Bonnet Body

Row 1: With right side of front cable facing, pick up and knit 48 stitches along one edge. 48 sts

Row 2: Purl. 48 sts

Row 3: Knit. 48 sts

Rows 4-5: Repeat rows 2-3 of bonnet body until bonnet measures 4 ½ inches from the front cable edge and continue on to finishing either in the round or flat. 48 sts

Finishing the Cable Bonnet in the Round

Rnd 1: Join and work in the round; *k2tog, k14; repeat * around.45 sts

Rnd 2: *k2tog, k7; repeat * around. 40 sts

Rnd 3: *k2tog, k6; repeat * around. 35 sts

Rnd 4: *k2tog, k5; repeat * around. 30 sts

Rnd 5: *k2tog, k4; repeat * around. 25 sts

Rnd 6: *k2tog, k3; repeat * around. 20 sts

Rnd 7: *k2tog, k2; repeat * around. 15 sts

Rnd 8: *k2tog, k1; repeat * around. 10 sts

 Fasten off yarn, using a yarn needle weave through final 10 stitches to close opening. Weave in ends.

Finishing Cable Bonnet Flat

Row 1: *p2tog, p14; repeat * across.45 sts

Row 2: *k2tog, k7; repeat * across. 40 sts

Row 3: *p6, p2tog; repeat * across. 35 sts

Row 4: *k2tog, k5; repeat * across. 30 sts

Row 5: *p4, p2tog; repeat * across. 25 sts

Row 6: *k2tog, k3; repeat * across. 20 sts

Row 7: *p2, p2tog; repeat * across. 15 sts

Row 8: *k2tog, k1; repeat * across. 10 sts

Fasten off yarn, using a yarn needle weave through final 10 stitches to close opening. Seam bonnet to row 1 of finishing flat, weave in ends.

Herringbone Knit Newborn Bonnet Pattern

Looking to add some pizzazz to your knitting? The herringbone stitch is just the ticket! This horizontal cable knit pattern resembles the scales of a fish and creates a beautifully thick, textured fabric.

Though it may look intimidating, fear not! It's a simple stitch that uses basic knit stitches. Just give yourself extra wiggle room with your needles to avoid the stitch becoming too tight.

The result is a strong and sturdy weave that's perfect for home decor projects like pillows and rugs. So why not dive in and create something genuinely fin-tastic? Get ready to reel in some compliments on your stunning creation! (puns intended lol)

Herringbone Knit Stitch Bonnet Written Instructions

Gauge is 19 stitches by 15 rows in stockinette = 4 x 4 inches
15 (10mm) Knitting Needles

Row 1: Long Tail or Cable Cast On 50 sts.

Quick & helpful video for the Herringbone Knit Stitch: https://youtu.be/RcqJZPq5DNg

Row 2: k2tog tbl (through the back loops) dropping only the first loop off the needle, *k2tog tbl (remaining stitches and next stitch) again dropping only the first loop off the needle, repeat * until last, k1tbl. 50 sts

Row 3: P2tog dropping only the first loops off left needle, *p2tog (remaining stitch and next stitch) again dropping only the first loop of the needle, repeat * until last, p1. 50 sts

Rows 4-15: Repeat rows 2-3 seven more times. 50 sts

Finishing in the Round in Herringbone Stitch Pattern

Rnd 16: *k3tog tbl dropping the first 2 loops off the needle, (k2tog tbl dropping only the first loop off the needle) three times; repeat * until last 4, (k2tog tbl dropping the first loop off the needle) three times, ktbl for last. 40 sts

Rnd 17: Join and work in the round, *k3tog tbl dropping the first 2 loops off the needle, (k2tog tbl dropping only the first loop off the needle) two times; repeat * until last 4, k3tog tbl dropping the first 2 loops off the needle, k2tog tbl dropping the first loop off the needle, ktbl for last. 30 sts

Rnd 18: *k3tog tbl dropping the first 2 loops off the needle, k2tog tbl dropping only the first loop off the needle; repeat * until last 3, k3tog tbl dropping the first 2 loops off the needle, ktbl for last. 20 sts

Rnd 19: *k3tog tbl dropping the first 2 loops off the needle; repeat * until last 2, k2tog. 10 sts

 Fasten off yarn, using a yarn needle weave through final 10 stitches to close opening. Weave in ends.

Finishing in the Round NO Pattern

Rnd 16: *k2tog, k3; repeat * around. 40 sts

Rnd 17: Join and work in the round, *k2tog, k2; repeat * around. 30 sts

Rnd 18: *k2tog, k1; repeat * around. 20 sts

Rnd 19: *k2tog; repeat * around. 10 sts

 Fasten off yarn, using a yarn needle weave through final 10 stitches to close opening. Weave in ends.

Finishing Flat in Herringbone Stitch Pattern

Row 16: *p3tog dropping the first 2 loops off the needle, (p2tog dropping only the first loop off the needle) three times; repeat * until last 4, (p2tog dropping the first loop off the needle) three times, purl for last. 40 sts

Row 17: *k3tog tbl dropping the first 2 loops off the needle, (k2tog tbl dropping only the first loop off the needle) two times; repeat * until last 4, k3tog tbl dropping the first 2 loops off the needle, k2tog tbl dropping the first loop off the needle, ktlb for last. 30 sts

Row 18: *p3tog dropping the first 2 loops off the needle, p2tog dropping only the first loop off the needle; repeat * until last 3, p3tog dropping the first 2 loops off the needle, purl for last. 20 sts

Row 19: *k3tog tbl dropping the first 2 loops off the needle; repeat * until last 2, k2tog tbl. 10 sts

 Fasten off yarn, using a yarn needle weave through final 10 stitches to close opening. Seam bonnet to row 16, weave in ends.

Finishing Flat NO Pattern

Row 16: *p2tog, p3; repeat * across. 40

Row 17: *k2, k2tog; repeat * across. 30

Row 18: *p2tog, p1; repeat * across. 20

Row 19: *k2tog; repeat * across. 10

 Fasten off yarn, using a yarn needle weave through final 10 stitches to close opening. Seam bonnet to row 16, weave in ends.

Finishing the newborn bonnet ties.

For each strap of the bonnet to tie around the neck, you can use strands of yarn to create ties or crochet a chain for the steps.

Another option could also be an i-cord tie. These baby bonnets with ties should always be worn under supervision.

📌 PIN THIS POST - Don't lose this project; save it to your Pinterest crochet board so you can quickly come back to it again.

💌 SHARE - Share your yarn choice, in-progress, or finished projects on Facebook or Instagram and use the hashtag #brianakdesigns

🥂 JOIN - Join the kindest crafters in the Briana K Designs Community Group on Facebook. We love yarny friends!

🔗 RAVELRY LINK -Link and share your project on Ravelry. Having inspirational photos can help crafters.