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Crochet Baby Bonnet and Booties Set

Crochet Baby Bonnet and Booties Set

Make a sweet matching bonnet and booties set with gentle shaping and a polished finish.

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Skill level

Easy

Time

5–7 hours

Yarn weight

Dk (3)

Hook

4.0 mm (G-6)

Is this for me?

Best for beginners who know the basic stitches.

Easy

Time

5–7 hours

Skills used

Chain stitches, Single crochet, Slip stitch, Half double crochet, Double crochet

Watch for

Keep pieces aligned while joining or assembling.

Materials calculator

Plan more than one make

Soft washable DK yarn

320 yd / 293 m

Yarn needle

1

Scissors

1

Yarn and hook helper

Check substitutions first

Pattern yarn: Dk (3)

Good match. Work a gauge swatch and compare it with the pattern gauge before starting.

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Pattern target: 18 stitches across 4 inches.

Pattern gauge: 18 hdc and 14 rows = 4 in (10 cm). Check gauge before starting.

Before you start

Quick maker notes

  • Check gauge before starting: 18 hdc and 14 rows = 4 in (10 cm). Check gauge before starting.
  • Confirm the finished measurement target: Bonnet fits approximately 0–3 months: 14 in (35.5 cm) head circumference. Bootie sole: 3.75 in (9.5 cm).
  • Gather 3 listed materials before working the first section.
  • Use the project photos as visual checkpoints while you work through the instructions.

Instructions

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Bonnet Main Panel

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Notes

  • •The bonnet is a seamed rectangle with a ribbed face edge. Turning ch 1 does not count as a stitch.
1

Foundation: ch 47 loosely for the bonnet panel.

2

Row 1: hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across—46 hdc.

3

Rows 2–17: ch 1, turn; hdc in back loop only of each stitch across—46 hdc.

4

Measure the rectangle: it should be approximately 10.25 × 5 in (26 × 12.7 cm). Add or remove rows only if needed to match the head circumference.

Bonnet Shaping and Neck Edge

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Notes

  • •The starting chain edge becomes the face opening.
1

Fold the rectangle in half so the first and last rows meet; slip stitch through both layers along one short edge to form the back seam.

2

Turn right side out. Join yarn at one lower front corner and work 1 sc in each row end around the neck edge—approximately 34 sc.

3

Neck row 2: ch 1, turn; sc in each stitch across. Fasten off.

4

Face edging: join yarn at one lower corner, ch 1, and work sc evenly around the entire face opening; do not stretch the edge.

5

Face edging row 2: ch 1, turn; sc in back loop only around the face opening. Fasten off.

Bonnet Ties

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Notes

  • •Ties are for supervised wear only. Remove the bonnet before sleep.
1

Join yarn at one neck corner, ch 45, then sl st in 2nd ch from hook and every chain back to the bonnet; fasten off.

2

Repeat at the opposite neck corner, making the second tie the same length.

3

Tug each tie firmly, weave in the attachment tails, and trim only after checking that the join is secure.

Bootie Sole — Make Two

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Notes

  • •Work in joined rounds. The beginning ch does not count as a stitch.
1

Ch 12. Round 1: 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 9 ch, 5 sc in final ch; working along opposite side, sc in next 9 ch, 3 sc in first ch; join—28 sc.

2

Round 2: ch 1, 2 sc in each of next 2 stitches, sc in next 9, 2 sc in each of next 5, sc in next 9, 2 sc in each of final 3; join—38 sc.

3

Round 3: ch 1, sc in each stitch around through back loop only; join—38 sc.

4

Rounds 4–5: ch 1, sc in each stitch around through both loops; join—38 sc.

Bootie Toe and Cuff — Make Two

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Notes

  • •Place a marker at the center front before shaping.
1

Round 6: ch 1, sc in next 11, (hdc2tog) 8 times across the toe, sc in final 11; join—30 stitches.

2

Round 7: ch 1, sc in next 10, (hdc2tog) 5 times, sc in final 10; join—25 stitches.

3

Round 8: ch 1, sc in each stitch around; join—25 sc.

4

Cuff rows 1–4: ch 1, sc in back loop only of each stitch around; join after every round—25 sc.

5

Fasten off, weave in ends, and repeat the entire sole and upper for the second bootie.

Set Finishing

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Notes

  • •Baby fit varies. The bootie should not constrict the ankle.
1

Wash and dry the set according to the yarn label, then shape both booties to identical dimensions.

2

Check every seam and tail. Do not add buttons, beads, pompoms, or other detachable pieces to an infant item.

FAQ

Questions about this pattern

Is Crochet Baby Bonnet and Booties Set good for beginners?+

Yes. Crochet Baby Bonnet and Booties Set is marked easy and includes step-by-step instructions, materials, gauge notes, and progress checkboxes.

What yarn weight do I need for Crochet Baby Bonnet and Booties Set?+

This pattern lists DK (3). If you substitute yarn, make a gauge swatch before starting so the finished size stays close to the pattern notes.

How long does Crochet Baby Bonnet and Booties Set take to crochet?+

The estimated time is 5–7 hours. Your pace may change depending on yarn choice, stitch familiarity, and how much finishing the project needs.

Do I need to check gauge for this crochet pattern?+

Yes. The pattern gauge is 18 hdc and 14 rows = 4 in (10 cm). Check gauge before starting.. Use the listed hook size, 4.0 mm (G-6), unless your swatch tells you to adjust. Checking gauge helps avoid a finished project that is too small, too large, or too stiff.

Can I print Crochet Baby Bonnet and Booties Set?+

Yes. Use the Print button near the top of the post for a cleaner pattern view that hides interactive extras and navigation.

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