If you’ve been searching for a knit girl bonnet pattern that actually feels light, pretty, and wearable (especially in warmer weather), this is exactly what you need.
The Simone Bonnet is designed to solve that frustrating gap between bulky winter bonnets and overly simple designs that don’t feel special enough to gift.
This knit girl bonnet pattern uses a delicate lace stitch that gives you that soft, detailed look without adding extra weight or heat. It’s the kind of project you can knit quickly, gift confidently, and still feel proud of every time you see it worn. Whether you’re knitting for a newborn photoshoot or an everyday baby outfit, this bonnet hits that sweet spot.
This bonnet is simple, lightweight, and has just enough detail to feel extra without being complicated. It’s one of those patterns you’ll knit once… and then immediately cast on again.
What Materials Do You Need for This Knit Girl Bonnet Pattern?
For this knit girl bonnet pattern, I kept things simple but intentional. The yarn choice really makes a difference here because we’re going for soft, breathable, and lightweight.
Materials Needed:
- KnitPicks Capretta Yarn
- Size 2 (3mm) straight needles
- Size 2 (3mm) double pointed needles
- Yarn needle
Gauge:
32 stitches x 44 rows = 4×4 inches
Sizes:
- Newborn: 12–14 in / 30–35 cm
- Infant: 14–16 in / 35–40 cm
- Baby: 15–17 in / 37.5–42.5 cm
- Toddler: 16–18 in / 52.5–57.5 cm
I love using Capretta for this because it has that soft, slightly fuzzy finish without being heavy. It helps the lace stand out while still keeping the bonnet breathable for summer.
This is one of those yarns that just works. You don’t have to fight it to get a beautiful result.
How Does This Knit Girl Bonnet Pattern Come Together?
If lace has ever intimidated you, this knit girl bonnet pattern is a great place to start. The stitch pattern is the same one used in the Simone Socks, so if you’ve made those before, this will feel familiar right away.
The bonnet is worked with a simple structure that lets the lace do all the talking. You’re not juggling complicated shaping or confusing steps. Instead, you get into a rhythm, and before you know it, the bonnet is done.
A quick tip: pay attention to your stitch count after each lace repeat. That’s the easiest way to stay on track without having to rip back later.
Once you get going, it’s the kind of knit that feels relaxing instead of stressful. And honestly, that’s the goal.
Looking for More Patterns Like This Knit Girl Bonnet Pattern?
If you loved this knit girl bonnet pattern, here are a few more you’ll want to check out next:
These all have a similar feel—simple to knit, beautiful to wear, and easy to come back to again and again.
If you’re anything like me, you’ll already be planning your next cast on before you even finish this one.
Simone Bonnet Pattern
Yarn – 60-100yds or 1 skein KnitPicks Capretta (50g 230yd)
Gauge – 32x44sts per 4x4in or 10x10cm
Needles – 2 (3mm) circular and dpn
Sizes – newborn, (infant, baby), toddler
Head Measurement –
12-14in/30-35cm
14-16in/35/40cm
15-17in/37.5-42.5
16-18in/52.5-57.5cm
Other –yarn needle
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Simone Bonnet uses the same lace stitch Simone Socks. It is a pretty and lightweight
bonnet perfect for gifting and summer use.
Abbreviations can be found on the last page.
Stitch Pattern
Row 1 (ws) – purl across
Row 2 (rs) – knit across
Row 3 – purl across
Row 4 – knit across
Row 5 – purl across
Row 6 – [k4, yo, k2tog, k4] across
Row 7 – purl across
Row 8 – [k3, yo, k2tog, yo, k2tog, k3] across
Row 9 – purl across
Row 10 – [k4, yo, k2tog, k4] across
BODY
Cast on 80 (90, 100) 110 sts. I used the long tail cast on.
Row 1 – Purl across
Row 2 – Knit across
Row 3 – Purl across
Row 4 (picot row) – K2 [k2tog, yo] repeat [to] across to last 2sts, k2
Row 5 – Purl across
Row 6 – Knit across
Row 7 – Purl across
Row 8 – fold cast on edge with wrong sides together, knitting 1 stitch from cast on edge
together with the corresponding stitch on your needles across (this creates a folded picot hem)
You will now start the body of the bonnet on row 3 of the stitch pattern in the chart above.
Repeat rows 1-10 of the stitch pattern until your work measures appx 3.5in (4.25, 5) 5.5/8.75
(10.5, 12.5) 14cm ending after completing a right side row.
Transfer sts to dpn.
Join in the round.
Knit 1 Round.
DECREASES
Round 1 – [k2tog, K8] Repeat [to] around [72 (81, 90) 99 sts]
Round 2 – knit around
Round 3 – [k2tog, K7] Repeat [to] around [64 (72, 80) 88 sts]
Round 4 – knit around
Round 5 – [k2tog, K6] Repeat [to] around [56 (63, 70) 77 sts]
Round 6 – knit around
Round 7 – [k2tog, K5] Repeat [to] around [48 (54, 60) 66 sts]
Round 8 – knit around
Round 9 – [k2tog, K4] Repeat [to] around [40 (45, 50) 55 sts]
Round 10 – knit around
Round 11 – [k2tog, K3] Repeat [to] around [32 (36, 40) 44 sts]
Round 12 – knit around
Round 13 – [k2tog, K2] Repeat [to] around [24 (27, 30) 33 sts]
Round 14 – knit around
Round 15 – [k2tog, K1] Repeat [to] around [16 (18, 20) 22 sts]
Round 16 – [k2tog] Repeat [to] around [8 (9, 10) 11 sts]
Do not bind off. Cut a tail appx 6-8ins long. Using a yarn needle, pull through remaining
stitches and cinch sts closed tightly. Weave in ends.
I-cord Ties: Cast on 3sts on double pointed needles and work appx 9-10ins for personal use and
12-14ins for photography use of i-cord. Begin applied i-cord edging by using the length of i-
cord you have already worked. Do so by knitting 2 icord sts, slip the last st, dip the needle into
the edge of the back loop of the bonnet, and bringing the yarn around to knit, pick up a stitch
in your salvage edge. Knit the last stitch of Icord together with the picked up stitch of the
bonnet. Once you have picked up and knit across salvage edge stitches, work an additional
length of i-cord that matches the other tie.
If you are struggling with the applied icord youtube is beneficial here. Just search applied
icord. I have a left-handed video for this here.
Weave in ends.
ABBREVIATIONS
k – knit
P – purl
sl – slip stitch
ws – wrong side
rs – right side
yo – yarn over
k2tog -knit 2 stitches together
Ready to make your own Simone Bonnet? Go grab the printable version and get it on your needles.
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