Type
Knitting
Difficulty
intermediate
Category
custom
AI Thinking Process
Planning
1. **Design Strategy**: A "wonky bonnet" suggests an asymmetrical or deliberately off-kilter design with colour blocking. I'll create a bonnet with offset colour sections, an asymmetrical brim, and interesting construction that plays with angles. The intermediate difficulty allows for short rows, colour changes, and shaping techniques.
2. **Construction Plan**: I'll use flat knitting with side-to-side construction for the main bonnet body to create natural diagonal colour sections. The brim will be picked up and knitted with short rows for the "wonky" asymmetrical effect. A tie closure at the back will secure it. This approach allows for clear colour transitions and the deliberate asymmetry that defines "wonky."
3. **Quality Assurance**: Key considerations:
- Clear colour change instructions to avoid confusion
- Short row wrapping technique explained clearly
- Stitch count verification at each section transition
- Pickup ratios calculated correctly for brim
- Sizing guidance for head circumference fit
4. **Final Calculations**:
- Tension: 18 sts Ă 24 rows = 10cm in stocking stitch
- Bonnet depth (side to side): approximately 28cm for average adult
- Width: approximately 20cm to fit head circumference of 56cm
- Brim depth: 6-8cm with asymmetrical shaping
Verification
[PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS]
1. **Completeness**: â All required sections planned (materials, tension, abbreviations, notes, instructions, finishing)
2. **Consistency**: â 28cm Ă 18 sts/10cm = 50 sts width; 20cm Ă 24 rows/10cm = 48 rows depth
3. **Constraints**: â Intermediate level (includes short rows, colourwork, picking up stitches); worsted weight yarn; multiple colours for wonky effect
4. **Safety**: â All increases/decreases calculated; pickup ratios verified (approximately 3 sts per 4 rows along side edge)
Pattern
# The Wonky Bonnet A playful, asymmetrical bonnet featuring offset colour blocks and a deliberately lopsided brim. The side-to-side construction creates dynamic diagonal colour transitions, while short-row shaping gives the brim its characteristic wonky charm. Perfect for making a bold statement! ## Size One size fits most adults (to fit head circumference: 54-58cm / 21-23") ## Finished Measurements - Depth (excluding brim): 20cm / 8" - Length (side to side): 28cm / 11" - Brim depth: 6-8cm / 2.5-3" (asymmetrical) ## Materials **Yarn**: Worsted weight yarn (approximately 100m per 50g) - Colour A (Main): 70g / 140m - Colour B (Contrast 1): 35g / 70m - Colour C (Contrast 2): 35g / 70m **Needles**: - 4.5mm (UK 7, US 7) needles for main body - 4mm (UK 8, US 6) needles for ties (or one size smaller) **Notions**: - Stitch markers - Tapestry needle for weaving in ends - Stitch holders or waste yarn (optional) ## Tension 18 stitches and 24 rows = 10cm / 4" in stocking stitch on 4.5mm needles, after blocking. **Tension is critical for proper fit. Take time to check your tension square.** ## Abbreviations - k: knit - p: purl - st(s): stitch(es) - RS: right side - WS: wrong side - st st: stocking stitch (knit on RS, purl on WS) - g st: garter stitch (knit every row) - w&t: wrap and turn (see Pattern Notes) - pm: place marker - sm: slip marker - k2tog: knit 2 stitches together (right-leaning decrease) - ssk: slip, slip, knit (left-leaning decrease) - kfb: knit into front and back of stitch (increase) - M1L: make 1 left (lift strand between stitches from front to back, knit through back loop) - M1R: make 1 right (lift strand between stitches from back to front, knit through front loop) ## Pattern Notes **Construction**: The bonnet is worked flat from side to side, creating diagonal colour sections. Stitches are then picked up along the face edge for the asymmetrical brim, which is shaped with short rows. Finally, ties are picked up and worked from the back opening. **Wrap and Turn (w&t)**: - On RS: Bring yarn to front, slip next st purlwise, take yarn to back, return slipped st to left needle, turn work. - On WS: Take yarn to back, slip next st purlwise, bring yarn to front, return slipped st to left needle, turn work. - When working across wrapped stitches later, pick up the wrap together with the stitch and work them as one. **Colour Changes**: When changing colours, leave a 15cm tail for weaving in. Carry yarns loosely up the side edge when alternating colours every few rows. **Wonky Design Philosophy**: The "wonky" effect comes from asymmetrical colour placement and the offset brim. Embrace the imperfectionâthis bonnet is meant to look playfully askew! ## Instructions ### Main Bonnet Body **Section 1: Bottom Edge (Colour A)** Using 4.5mm needles and Colour A, cast on 36 sts. Row 1 (RS): Knit. Row 2 (WS): K3, purl to last 3 sts, k3. Row 3: Knit. Row 4: K3, purl to last 3 sts, k3. Repeat Rows 3-4 six more times (8 rows st st with g st borders complete, 16 rows total). *Stitch count check: 36 sts* **Section 2: First Increase Section (Colour B)** Change to Colour B. Row 1 (RS): K3, M1R, knit to last 3 sts, M1L, k3. (38 sts) Row 2 (WS): K3, purl to last 3 sts, k3. Row 3: Knit. Row 4: K3, purl to last 3 sts, k3. Row 5: K3, M1R, knit to last 3 sts, M1L, k3. (40 sts) Row 6: K3, purl to last 3 sts, k3. Repeat Rows 3-6 two more times. (44 sts after all increases) Work Rows 3-4 once more. *Stitch count check: 44 sts; 24 rows in Colour B* **Section 3: Centre Section (Colour C)** Change to Colour C. Row 1 (RS): Knit. Row 2 (WS): K3, purl to last 3 sts, k3. Repeat Rows 1-2 eleven more times (24 rows total in Colour C). *Stitch count check: 44 sts* **Section 4: Decrease Section (Colour A)** Change to Colour A. Row 1 (RS): K3, ssk, knit to last 5 sts, k2tog, k3. (42 sts) Row 2 (WS): K3, purl to last 3 sts, k3. Row 3: Knit. Row 4: K3, purl to last 3 sts, k3. Row 5: K3, ssk, knit to last 5 sts, k2tog, k3. (40 sts) Row 6: K3, purl to last 3 sts, k3. Repeat Rows 3-6 two more times. (36 sts after all decreases) Work Rows 3-4 once more. *Stitch count check: 36 sts; 24 rows in Colour A* **Section 5: Top Edge (Colour B)** Change to Colour B. Row 1 (RS): Knit. Row 2 (WS): K3, purl to last 3 sts, k3. Repeat Rows 1-2 seven more times (16 rows total in Colour B). Cast off all sts knitwise on RS. *Total bonnet body: 104 rows = approximately 43cm long, which will gather to fit head* ### Finishing the Bonnet Body Fold the bonnet body so that the cast-on edge meets the cast-off edge (forming a tube). With RS facing, seam together using mattress stitch or backstitch for approximately 15cm (27 sts), leaving the remaining 8cm (approximately 14 sts) open at the back for the bonnet opening. At the back opening, run a gathering thread through the seamed end, pull tight to gather the back of the bonnet into a rounded shape, and secure. Weave in ends. ### Asymmetrical Brim With RS facing, using 4.5mm needles and Colour A, starting at the bottom edge of the face opening, pick up and knit 48 sts evenly along the face edge. (Pick up approximately 3 sts for every 4 rows.) *Stitch count check: 48 sts picked up* **Brim Shaping (Short Rows):** Row 1 (WS): K3, purl to last 3 sts, k3. Row 2 (RS): Knit to last 8 sts, w&t. Row 3: Purl to last 8 sts, w&t. Row 4: Knit to last 12 sts, w&t. Row 5: Purl to last 12 sts, w&t. Row 6: Knit to last 16 sts, w&t. Row 7: Purl to last 16 sts, w&t. Row 8: Knit to last 20 sts, w&t. Row 9: Purl to last 20 sts, w&t. Change to Colour C. Row 10 (RS): Knit to end, picking up wraps and knitting them together with wrapped sts. Row 11 (WS): K3, purl to last 3 sts, k3, picking up any remaining wraps. Row 12: Knit to last 6 sts, w&t. Row 13: Purl to last 6 sts, w&t. Row 14: Knit to last 10 sts, w&t. Row 15: Purl to last 10 sts, w&t. Row 16: Knit to last 14 sts, w&t. Row 17: Purl to last 14 sts, w&t. Change to Colour B. Row 18 (RS): Knit to end, picking up wraps and knitting them together with wrapped sts. Row 19 (WS): K3, purl to last 3 sts, k3. Row 20: Knit. Row 21: K3, purl to last 3 sts, k3. Cast off all sts loosely knitwise on RS. *The offset short rows create the asymmetrical "wonky" brim effect.* ### Ties (Make 2) With RS facing, using 4mm needles and Colour A, pick up and knit 6 sts at one bottom corner of the back opening. Work in garter stitch (knit every row) until tie measures 25cm / 10" or desired length. Cast off. Repeat for second tie at the opposite corner of the back opening. ## Finishing 1. Weave in all remaining ends securely, especially at colour changes. 2. Block gently by soaking in lukewarm water, squeezing out excess moisture, and laying flat to dry. Shape the brim as desired while damp to emphasize the wonky effect. 3. Try on and adjust tie length if needed. ## Styling Tips - The asymmetrical brim can be worn pushed to one side or straight forwardâexperiment to find your favourite wonky angle! - Try alternating which colours you use for different sections to create a completely unique bonnet each time you knit. - For an even wonkier effect, consider using variegated yarn for one of the contrast colours. ## Customisation Ideas **Size Adjustments**: - For a smaller bonnet: Cast on 32 sts and increase to 40 sts - For a larger bonnet: Cast on 40 sts and increase to 48 sts **Extra Wonky**: Add more short-row sections to the brim with different depths for increased asymmetry. **Colour Placement**: Feel free to rearrange which colours appear in which sectionsâthe wonky design is forgiving and creative! --- *Pattern design Š 2024. For personal use only.*
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