{"product_id":"bear-bonnet","title":"Bear Bonnet Knitting Pattern","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe little bear ears are knitted right into the bonnet—and the yarn can come from the stash you already love. Make a small one for a baby gift, a bigger one for a child, or a matching bonnet for yourself, with the fabric and colour you choose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 23-page English PDF with six sizes, seven gauge-specific instruction sections, a gauge-selection hub, a size-and-gauge yarn table, abbreviations, illustrated ear-gathering guidance and a linked technique video. I-cord ties and finishing directions are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkill level\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntermediate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Work flat and in the round, increase with M1L\/M1R, decrease with K2tog\/SSK and central double decreases, then knit I-cord ties. The marked ear sections need careful stitch counting; illustrated gathering guidance and a linked video help you follow that stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSizing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSix sizes: baby (3–6 months), toddler (1–3 years), child (4–7 years), and adult S, M and L. Use your measured head size and the finished bonnet dimensions rather than age alone. Finished face opening \/ depth, in inches:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby: 12 \/ 6.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToddler: 15.25 \/ 7.5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChild: 17 \/ 8.25.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult S: 17.5 \/ 8.75.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult M: 18 \/ 9.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult L: 18.5 \/ 9.5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe opening measurement follows the face edge; it is not head circumference. Wash and block your swatch before selecting the gauge section.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose yarn and needles that produce a fabric you like at one of the seven supported gauges: 12, 13–14, 15–16, 17–18, 19–20, 21–22 or 23–24 stitches per 4 in \/ 10 cm in stockinette.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYarn allowances depend on both gauge and size: approximately 55–140 yd for baby, 65–185 yd for toddler, 75–210 yd for child, 75–210 yd for adult S, 80–220 yd for adult M and 85–220 yd for adult L. Use the PDF’s exact table after choosing your gauge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeedles for flat work, plus DPNs or a circular needle for Magic Loop as the crown narrows; removable stitch markers, tapestry needle, scissors and measuring tape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CozySew","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64992895074681,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/3506\/6392\/files\/bear-bonnet-1.jpg?v=1792940604","url":"https:\/\/cozysew.com\/products\/bear-bonnet","provider":"CozySew","version":"1.0","type":"link"}