This bonnet is so sweet! I mean does it get cuter? It’s reasonably priced and can be found here. But ya’ll know me…I like a challenge when I see one. I took one look at this and decided I could definitely make it.
I went on a hunt for a pattern and hit a gold mine! Southern-stitches has some seriously cute patterns-this one included! I purchased the “Button Bonnet” pattern and made my own insert but she literally has this exact pattern.
The patterns are clear, well written and available in PDF. Here’s my version!
I used pima batiste and made my piping out of Spechler Vogel “Baby Blue Stripe” both of which I purchased at the Childrens Corner Store.
My one deviation from her pattern was the addition of baby interfacing to the brim of the bonnet. I think I may also add it to the portion of the “buckram” between the smocking and the brim next time as well. Mainly to help with puckering.
