Baby Sunbonnet
A few months ago, I designed a Sherpa-lined Winter Baby Bonnet to protect my infant daughter from the hibernal elements. Now as the seasons are changing, I realize that my winter baby is, well, still a baby. She is still in need of a hat to protect her delicate skin, now, from the bright sun of these warmer days!
But, I’ll admit, that when designing this Baby Sunbonnet, I had more than just practicality in mind. I’m a sucker for a baby in a classic bonnet! I love how the visor and chin ties create the perfect silhouette, allowing just her chubby cheeks to peak out. And, in Liberty of London prints, these hats are as timeless as they are sweet.
Because they don’t stay babies forever, our free Baby Sunbonnet pattern is available in sizes 0–24 months. So, no matter if your little one is big enough to toddle around this spring or is still just snuggled in your arms, she’ll look good doing it. Oh, and the sun will be out of her eyes too. – Corinne
Materials
- Outer Fabric: ¼ yard Liberty of London’s Tana Lawn. I used Light Blue Betsy (shown above), Phoebe Poppy and Mint Maribelle.
- Lining Fabric: ¼ yard Robert Kaufman’s Cambridge Lawn in Bleached White (Please Note: Cambridge Lawn is no longer available. As a substitution, we recommend Liberty of London’s Plain Dyed Tana Lawn in White!)
- ¼ yard Pellon Lightweight Fusible Interfacing
- Gutermann’s 100% Cotton Thread in color 1040
- A 12 mm bias tape maker
- A Summer Baby Bonnet template, available for free download here, printed and cut out in the appropriate size
These are enough materials to make one hat in any size.
Sizes
0-3 (3-6, 6-12, 12-18, 18-24) months
Notes
To print the PDF template, be sure to first download the pattern and then print it. This means rather than simply clicking the link and opening the PDF in a browser window, you should click on the pattern link using the “right click” or “control click” option on your mouse or keyboard. This will give you the option to “Download the linked file.” Once the file is downloaded, it should print like a charm!
Prewash all fabrics before starting.
Use ¼-inch seam allowances unless otherwise noted.
Pattern
Cut
Use the prepared template to cut one Visor from the Outer Fabric, the Lining Fabric and the Interfacing.
Use the prepared template to cut two Hat Sides from both the Outer Fabric and the Lining Fabric. Cut one Hat Side with the right side of the fabric facing up and one with the wrong side of the fabric facing up. The two Hat Sides from the same fabric should be mirror images of each other.
Cut one 3 ½ by 9 ½ (3 ½ by 10 ¼, 3 ¾ by 11 ¼, 3 ¾ by 12 ½, 3 ¾ by 12 ¾)–inch rectangle from both the Outer Fabric and the Lining Fabric.
From the Outer Fabric, cut two rectangles 1 1/8 inch wide and at least 12 inches long. These will be the Ties. The longer you cut the rectangles, the longer the Ties will be.
Piece the Outer Hat
Note: For this section use only the Outer Fabric pieces.
With right sides facing, pin one long edge of the large rectangle to the long outside curve of one of the Hat Sides. It can be tricky to keep curved seams wrinkle-free, so use a lot of pins to ensure that the seam will come out un-puckered and smooth. Sew around the pinned curve. This is a Side Seam.
Cut notches in the seam allowance along the curve.
Repeat with the other Hat Side and the other long side of the rectangle for the second Side Seam.
This is the Outer Hat.
With right sides facing, line up the straight edge of the Visor with the straight front edge of the Outer Hat. Pin in place.
Sew along the pinned edge.
Press the seam towards the Outer Hat.
Prepare the Lining Visor
Trim off ¼ inch from the straight edge of the Interfacing Visor.
Line up the trimmed, straight edge of the Interfacing Visor with the straight edge of the Lining Fabric Visor.
Fuse in place following the manufacturer’s instructions.
Piece the Lining
Note: For this section use only the Lining Fabric pieces.
Piece the Hat Sides, Rectangle and Visor in the same way that you pieced the Outer Hat.
This is the Lining.
Make and Attach the Ties
Using the two small rectangles of Outer Fabric and the 12mm bias tape maker, follow the manufacturer’s instructions to make two single fold strips of tape.
Fold each piece in half lengthwise, press and edgestitch along the long open sides.
At one end of each strip, tie a small knot to finish the ends.
These are the Ties.
Pin the short raw edge of a Tie to the raw neck edge of the Outer Hat at the Visor seam.
Sew in place with a 1/8-inch seam allowance.
Repeat with the other Tie on the other side of the Outer Hat.
Attach the Outer Hat and Lining
With right sides together, slide the Lining inside the Outer Hat. Pin the pieces together along all edges, making sure the Ties are tucked between the layers.
Sew around the pinned edge, leaving the end of the rectangle at the nape of the neck open. Backstitch at the beginning and end of the seam.
Pull the Hat right side out through the unsewn gap. Press the edge flat.
Finish
Sew the gap at the nape of the neck closed using a ladder stitch. For detailed instructions and photographs, please check out the Winter Baby Bonnet project here and scroll down to the “Finish” section.
Fold one Side Seam at the nape of the neck towards the Visor ¼ inch so it makes a small pucker. Hand sew the fold using a slip stitch and work from the neck edge up ¼ inch.
Repeat with the other Side Seam.
You’re all done!
I liked this pattern very much. No problem with attaching the side pieces to the main bonnet pattern piece. I will say that I ran a 1/8 ” basting stitch to each long side of the rectangles and gathered the rectangles just slightly. That allowed me to ease the bonnet pieces together more easily.
Just a thought. Came together very well and looks great. thank you for this project
Just love the pattern ty so much for sharing
What are the measurements for the center retangel? My pattern didn’t include one .
Hi Sarah,
Thanks for reaching out! You can find this information in the CUT section of the pattern! You will need to cut one 3 ½ by 9 ½ (3 ½ by 10 ¼, 3 ¾ by 11 ¼, 3 ¾ by 12 ½, 3 ¾ by 12 ¾)–inch rectangle depending on the size you are making from both the Outer Fabric and the Lining Fabric. From just the Outer Fabric, you will also need to cut two rectangles 1 1/8 inch wide and at least 12 inches long. These will be the Ties. The longer you cut the rectangles, the longer the Ties will be!
Warmly,
Gianna
I just made two bonnets for my granddaughters with coordinating fabric and top stitched the pleats and the opening closed. I love that they are reversible and so adorable! Thank you so much, the directions were easy to follow!
Jennifer
Is bias tape necessary?
Hi Emmy
Thanks for writing in! We wanted the ties to match the bonnet for this project, but you could also use a washable ribbon in place of the bias tape. I don’t think the sunbonnet would stay on a little head for very long without some way to keep it secure, but if you find another way to make it work, please let us know!
Happy Sewing
Jessica
Finally after making dozens of hats for friends, nieces and great nieces made a bonnet for grand baby due in the coming weeks
Thank you!
Thank you so much for this free pattern! I have already made my 1 year old 3 of them!! Also I have discovered if you don’t make the pleat at the end the bonnet is reversible! I love that! Also my 5 year old now wants a matching one. Any idea how to make it a little larger?? Thanks so much!!
Hi Kelly,
Thank you so much for the tip to make this bonnet reversible – it’s wonderful to hear how much you are your little ones are enjoying them! Unfortunately, we do not have a pattern for a larger version of this bonnet; however, if you would like to try grading it up yourself, I would suggest sewing a muslin first and adding a bit of length to the largest size, as well as to the front edge (maybe around 1/2 to 1 inch to start). With these changes, you will also want to add about 1 to 1 1/2 inches to the length of the center rectangle.
I hope that helps!
Julianna
Putting a pleat in the top fabric, separately from putting pleats in the lining, will make the hat reversible once all sewn together too.
You can increase the size when you print in increments of 25%, it will be in your “scaling” options. I would measure the pattern, then the kiddos head, find the percentage and increase it by that much or slightly more.
I hope this makes sense, its how I increase sizes on some smaller patterns/hats.
Hi
I am trying to download to iPad but no success. What am I not doing correctly.
Cheers
Lynette
Hi Lynette,
Thanks for writing in! Under “My Account” select “My Downloads” then just press the download button and your download will begin! If you have any further issues downloading your pattern please reach out to customerservice@purlsoho.com and we can help you further from there.
Best,
Gianna
Thank you so much for the pattern and pictures! It came together really quickly and is so sweet.
Hi Jessica,
Thanks for reaching out and for your kind words! I am so glad to hear that you enjoyed this pattern!
All the best,
Gianna
Thank you for this model and for the pattern. The bonnet is adorable! I’m French and I don’t quite understand if the sewing margins are included in the pattern ?
Best,
Jerome
Hi Jerome,
Thanks for reaching out and for your kind words! The seam allowance is ¼-inch unless otherwise noted!
All the best,
Gianna
Hi there just downloading your lovely pattern. Do I cut it exactly to size and then use a 1/4 inch s/a or do I have to ADD a 1/4 inch seam allowance to the pattern?
Many thanks
Hi Christine,
Thanks for reaching out! The seam allowance should already be accounted for in the pattern print outs so you don’t have to add it on!
All the best,
Gianna
Hallo! Bitte fügen Sie die Angaben am Anfang der Beschreibung zu, dass die Nahtzugaben im Schnittmuster bereits enthalten sind. Ich habe heute eine ZU große Mütze genäht!
Has anyone made this without the brim? Wondering if that would look cute!
Hi Meryn,
Thanks for reaching out! I haven’t heard of anyone making this without the brim, but I think it would still look super cute! If you end up making this without the brim please let us know how it turns out!
Warmly,
Gianna
I make these regularly without the brim and they look adorable!!
lovely looking bonnet im going to make one
i cant download the pATTERN
Hi Ruth,
Thanks for reaching out! You can find the pattern here: Baby Sun Bonnet Template! At the top right corner there will be Icons and you can select to print directly from there.
I hope this helps!
Gianna
adorable! could I line with sherpa to make a hybrid of the winter bonnet and the sunbonnet, a visor to shield little eyes might be good.
Thank you
Hi Katie,
Thanks for reaching out! I think you could certainly add a sherpa lining to this pattern! Please let us know how this turns out!
Warmly,
Gianna
Do you think double gauze fabric would work well for this pattern?
Hi Mallory,
Thanks for reaching out! I think a double gauze would work for this pattern!
Please let us know how this turns out!
Warmly,
Gianna
I just finished my sun bonnet for my first grandchild. It is so adorable! I made it reversible. Instead of the tucks at the end I added a small length of elastic at the nape to gather it in before finishing off with some top-stitching. It works really well. I absolutely love it and can’t wait to give it to my little bubba. Thanks for the great pattern and I’m easy to follow instructions.
Hi Jenny!
I’m go glad to hear you’re loving the bonnet, and your addition with the elastic sounds great!
All the best,
Kelsey
I love this pattern. I’ve made quite a few of these hats for my nieces and friends. Adding lace, embroidery or heat vinyl to personalize them. Also making matching booties and a bib. Everyone loves them. Thank you so much for sharing!
Hi Connie,
Thanks for reaching out! Wow!! That sounds adorable, I love your additions to personalize these cute little bonnets and make matching booties and bibs!
We would love to see your work! Please feel free to email us a customerservice@purlsoho.com or tag us on instagram using the hashtag #purlsohobusyhand
Warmly,
Gianna
Do you have a size chart for these hats? Like head circumference? I made the 3-6 month size and it seems so small.
Hi Meg,
Thanks for reaching out! We don’t have a size chart with this pattern since it is one of our older pattern, however what is your bonnet measuring at? did you use the 1/4″ seam allowance?
Warmly,
Gianna
Hi!
Lovely bonnet! I’m just wondering if 3 ¾ by 11 ¼ inches for the rectangle is accurate measurements when using the template for 6-12 months? Because when I pin it together the rectangles is a bit shorter than the outer curve of the bonnet. Or is it supposed to be shorter?
Hi Johanna,
Thanks for reaching out! Yes that is correct, 3 ¾ by 11 ¼ is the accurate measurement for 6-12 months! Did you add additional seam allowance to the template? If you did that may be the problem since the pattern already has seam allowance included. If thats not the case you would like you can send a photo to our team at customerservice@purlsoho.com and we can troubleshoot further from there!
Warmly,
Gianna
Hi, just wondering if you have what the head circumference each size should fit please?
Hi Ellie,
Thanks for reaching out! Unfortunately since this is an older pattern I don’t have the exact measurements, especially since each size is to fit a variety of ages: 0-3 (3-6, 6-12, 12-18, 18-24) months.
Warmly,
Gianna
I downloaded the pattern and printed, then realized the rectangular center piece was not included. Do you have the measurements for that particular piece?
Hi Julie,
Thanks for reaching out! You can find this information under the CUT section of the pattern! Depending on the size you are making you will need to cut one 3 ½ by 9 ½ (3 ½ by 10 ¼, 3 ¾ by 11 ¼, 3 ¾ by 12 ½, 3 ¾ by 12 ¾)–inch rectangle from both the Outer Fabric and the Lining Fabric. Also from the Outer Fabric, you will cut two rectangles 1 1/8 inch wide and at least 12 inches long. These will be the Ties. The longer you cut the rectangles, the longer the Ties will be!
I hope this clears things up!
Gianna
Hello! I am so excited to make this bonnet for my baby cousin. Can we use linen fabric for the interfacing?
Hi Zahra,
Thanks for reaching out! I think linen could be a great option for the lining!
Please let us know how this turns out!
Warmly,
Gianna
I do a simpler version of this without the visor and without the lining fabric (I want it to be a thin bonnet). I also just buy bias tape to make it even faster & easier! I love florals for girls but am also about to sew a boys one with neutrals. Thanks so much for the free tutorial & pattern. ❤️
I have not been able to find a pdf to download for the pattern directions. I got the template fine. Is there a link to this you could share.
Thanks
Sharon Fields
Hi Sharon,
Thanks for writing in! There is not a separate pdf download, it is simply on this page starting below the MATERIALS section. If you would like to print the pattern out, If you’re on a desktop version of the site, you will find a “print” icon in the right column just below the “Save To Favorites” button. If you’re on a mobile version of the site, you will find a “print” icon below the pattern and above the comments.
Follow the easy on-screen instructions to delete whichever parts of the pattern you don’t want to print or save. For example, you may decide to shorten the pattern by omitting certain images or the list of materials. To remove images, click the drop down next to the image icon and change from 100% to 0%.
Warmly,
Gianna
bonjour combien le rectangle en centimètres ? merci
Hi Sarah,
Thanks for reaching out! I am happy to help, which size are you planning on making so I can get the correct rectlage dimensions for you?
Warmly,
Gianna
Making a pair of these bonnets. I used the tip on basting the first. Didn’t work. The side pieces are what needed basted instead of the straight piece. Perfect fit and easy to stitch.
I am not using the visor… for this pair, I will in the future because it is adorable. This set I am just adding a gathered lace and tiny daisies to match the dresses. They are for twin great granddaughters due in June!
Nicely written pattern. Easy to follow! Thank you for sharing it. I am sure to be looking for more of your patterns.
Hello! I just looked through the older comments and saw the solution to my question. Thank you so much for this pattern!
Hello! This hat is so lovely! I was thinking about sewing such a sunbonnet and it got me questionning the way I envisioned some steps. I was wondering, is it possible to sew the visor separately (outer, lining + interfacing) and add the completed visor to the bonnet when it is time to attach the outer hat and lining, making sure the ties and visor are tucked between the layers? Also, can we sew the ties only at this point so that they are attached to both sides of the hat? Thank you so much in advance!
Hi Gisele,
Thanks for reaching out! I think you could certainly sew the visor separately and then attach it when you sew together the outer hat and the lining, as well as the ties!
Please let us know how this turns out!
Gianna
Thank you very much! I will definitely sew that project very soon and let you know!
Hi there!
Do you have pictures of the inside of the bonnet? Just trying to figure out exactly how to do the lining. I’m still new to sewing and pictures sure help me learn!
Thank you for this free pattern!
Hi Hannah,
Thanks for reaching out! Unfortunately, we don’t have photos of the inside lining besides what we have already available with the pattern, but thank you for expressing your interest! I will be sure to pass this along to the rest of the team!
Happy sewing!
Gianna
Thanks for the instructions. It turned out great!
Thank you so much for this pattern and tutorial. I love the way it turned out. Quite a novice at sewing, but was really doable and everything lined up nicely, no puckers and it looks super cute on my daughter!
So the pattern pieces I downloaded, the side pieces are actually shaped differently at the top than what you’re showing here. I’m not sure why but I hope it comes together ok. On the top front edge of the side pieces, it’s not just a smooth curve to the front edge like your cut pieces here show, There is a definite spot that looks sort of like a V. I’m actually quite concerned about how this will work.
Hi Kay,
Thanks for reaching out! Did you print the template from the pattern? If so, that is the correct template and the pieces should work together just fine! Just be sure to cut the pieces to the correct size that you are planning on making and follow the pattern for assembly.
To ensure you have the correct template here it is again: Baby Sun Bonnet template
I hope this clears things up!
Gianna
Yes I used the template and made managed to make that part work but the rectangle for 3-6month size was an inch and 1/4 too short to attach to the side pieces. I had to re-cut them.
Hi Kay,
Thanks for your response! Did you make sure to check the pink 1″ square on the templates? We provide this as a guide to ensure that the pattern pieces are the correct proportions and not altered at all by the printer, if the square measures 1″ you are good to go, however, if it is bigger or smaller than an inch you would need to adjust your printer settings and make sure you are printing the template at 100%! This is my best guess for why your pattern is coming out a bit short.
I hope this helps!
Gianna
I think the pattern you came up with is for the jersey baby hat rather than the sun bonnet. I knew which pattern I wanted, but on my iPad the baby hat pattern kept coming up instead. It has a ‘V’ cut out at the top. Finally got the right one. Hope you did too.
I have a brand new grand niece named Iris and my -half sister has a niece named Lily. I made up two of these … one for each niece in Kaffe Fawcett Iris and Lily prints. I just can’t wait to see those little baby cheeks peeking out from their name sake flower sun bonnets. Wonderful pattern! Thank you for sharing!
Oh my goodness! I just made this and it is absolutely adorable! Our first grandchild is due at Christmas time, and it’s a girl! I saw this on Pinterest and just had to make it. Cutest bonnet pattern I’ve come across. I’m so glad you shared this with the world. I’m hoping I can attach a picture of my handiwork. I have to sew the back yet, but I was just too excited about it – had to share it ASAP! Thanks again! I hope to make this in every size now… 😉
Hello! I’m pretty new to sewing, I want to try this as my first adventure using a pattern (at least in the last 20 years). When I printed it out, the size of the box is slightly less than 1 inch. I think it might be because here where I live we use A4 size paper instead of Letter size paper in the states. The dimentions are almost the same but slightly different. Any tips on how to adjust the size so it will print properly on A4 paper?
Hi Jo-anna,
Thanks for reaching out! If you are finding that your pattern pieces are not matching up, it is likely because your printer settings are off. If the square doesn’t measure 1″ both ways, you will simply need to adjust your printer settings and make sure you are printing the template at 100%!
If you try this and you are still having issues, please reach out to our customer service team at customerservice@purlsoho.com and they can assist you further!
Warmly,
Gianna
I can’t find the pattern on this web site. Where can I find the pattern pieces?
Thank you,
Becky
Hi Rebecca,
Thanks for writing in! You can find the pattern template under the Materials section of the pattern! I have also attached it here for convenience: Pattern Template
Happy crafting!
Gianna
Very well written instructions and nice clear pictures. I have made several of these up as gifts. They go together quickly and look so sweet on my Grand Niece! Thank you for the pattern and instructions.
I am a little confused. I understand the hat template is supposed to be 4 sizes, but will you please clarify the back rectangle measurements that are listed:
3.5 x 9.5
3.5 x 10.25
3.75 x 11.25
3.75 x 12.5
3.75×12.75
Hi Janet!
Thank you for commenting! Yes, those are the correct back rectangle dimensions for sizes 0-3 (3-6, 6-12, 12-18, 18-24) months.
I hope this helps!
All the best,
Margaret
Where do I sew on the tie? I must have done it wrong because I sewed it to the outer main but it ended up being enclosed inside the hat when I turned it right side out. Thanks!
Hi Hyerim!
Thank you so much for your question! The final seam of this bonnet requires the pieces to be pinned with the right sides together and wrong sides facing you. Place the lining inside the outer hat and tuck the ties in between these two layers, and pin along all edges of the hat. Then, sew around the pinned edge, leaving an unsewn portion at the end of the rectangle along the nape of the neck, so that you can fold the bonnet inside right. When you turn the bonnet inside right, your ties should be right where they belong!
I hope this helps! If you have any questions or would like to send a photo of your work to troubleshoot further, please feel free to reach out to us at customerservice@purlsoho.com!
All the best,
Margaret
There is no download pattern link? ;(
Hi Mathilda,
Thanks for writing in. You can find the link to download the pattern template in the MATERALS section! For reference, I’ll also include it here. Hope this helps!
All the best,
Lili
Hi!
Perhaps this is a silly question, as I’ve been sewing for a year and a half already. But, I notice you have both bold and faded lines on the pattern, and it says cut 1: base 1, cut one : base 2. I am not totally sure what to do with this. Do I cut the outer, lining, and interfacing out all on the bold line? Or do I cut the lining and interfacing out of the faded line? Or something else altogether? Just unsure why there is a matching bold and smaller matching faded line on each piece. Thanks!
Hi Brandi,
Thanks for reaching out with your question! The line you cut out will depend on the size hat you are wanting to make! The bold solid line should be cut if you are making the size 18-24 months, and the next size down will be cut along the longer dash line for size 12-18 months. Your outer fabric and inner lining should be cut from the same size template!
I hope helps to clarify any questions about the template pieces! Please feel free write in again with any questions!
All the best,
Carly
Do I have to cut the fabric by adding a seam allowance to the pattern? Can I cut it according to the pattern? The central template also needs to add a weld to the specified size
Hello,
Thank you so much for writing in! The template for this pattern has the seam allowances included. When sewing your bonnet, you will use ¼-inch seam allowances unless otherwise noted!
I hope that helps!
All the best,
Carly
Hi! I have had a heck of a time putting the lining into the hat and having the seams line up..seems they are both different sized pieces although I used the same template size and I’ve been careful with seam allowances! Should the lining not be smaller?
Thanks
Hi Megan,
Thanks for reaching out. The lining in the Baby Sunbonnet should be cut and sewn to the same size as the outer shell and should fit into it without any puckering or size difference if your seam allowances are all ¼ inch wide. I would recommend after sewing the outer pieces together, you can cut notches into the seam allowance as pictured in the pattern in order to get those curved seams to lay flat together, and it might also help to have an iron ready to press open any seams before piecing the inner and outer shells together so that the seam allowances aren’t creating a space between the fabrics.
I hope this helps, and please let me know if you have any questions!
All the best,
Carly
This came out so cute! The directions were very clear, and the pattern lined up perfectly! Thank you so much for sharing this pattern–which I used for my granddaughter’s 1st birthday!
Hi jusr trying to make the sun bonnet but for some reason my brim is about an inch and half longer than the hat. I double checked the measurements and it is longer. Am i missing a step.
Regards
Sheila
Hi Sheila,
Thanks for reaching out, although I’m sorry to hear that you are having difficulties with this pattern! The edges of the visor will match up with the body of the hat once the middle rectangle (which goes between the two sides of the hat) is sewn into place. This rectangle is an additional piece to the pattern that is not in the printed version as it is a simple rectangle for which a specialized pattern piece is not needed. If you look under the sections titled “PATTERN” you’ll find the instructions for cutting the rectangle under the second image and directly above the third image. It reads:
Cut one 3 ½ by 9 ½ (3 ½ by 10 ¼, 3 ¾ by 11 ¼, 3 ¾ by 12 ½, 3 ¾ by 12 ¾)–inch rectangle from both the Outer Fabric and the Lining Fabric.
Cutting out these pieces should result in the brim fitting correctly! If you have already cut and sewn the rectangle in place, it may be possible that the seam allowances that you used were too great. Here we used just a 1/4″ seam allowance.
I hope that this helps!
All the best,
Lili
The directions were pretty clear, except for when cutting attached piece to outside bonnet. I cut all pieces that were in parenthesis. To help more, it should be written that those are for the other size of bonnets. I figured it out by YouTube video. Cute pattern still!!
Hi Heather,
Thanks for reaching out. We’re so happy to hear that you were able to figure it out, and we really appreciate your feedback about how the sizing is written. You’re comment might be very helpful to someone who had the same questions!
You’re always welcome to reach out with questions via email or in the project comments. We would be happy to help you!
All the best,
Carly
Love this pattern thank you! I’ve made my babies so many and get so many compliments. Any tips on the ties when you go to sew the lining + outer pieces together with them inside? (turning the corner mine keep ending up a couple stitches diagonal in order to not catch the straps.)
Hi Becca,
It’s so nice to hear how much you love this pattern! One thing that may help is to pin the ties in the exact position that you want them, then double check their position as you sew, adjusting as needed, to make sure their final orientation is what you want. Another idea is to consider the direction you’re sewing with your machine as you go, since it will slightly push the fabric in that direction. So if the ties are moving more forward along the bonnet, try sewing from the front of the bonnet to the back (instead of back/nape of neck to front) so that the pieces lay in a more favorable way. Hope this helps!
All the best,
Lili
Love this pattern! Directions are super clear. I’m working on my 4th one now. They have all turned out great! One question (and maybe it doesn’t even matter)… which direction should the grainline run for the rectangle piece of the body of the hat. Also for the brim. Thank you so much for making this pattern available!
Hi Kerri,
Thanks for writing in! We would say that the straight edge of the visor and the front of the bonnet should be on grain, which would have the curves falling on the bias. Hope this helps!
All the best,
Lili
Thank you for sharing . I made a lovely Easter bonnet formy great grand daughter
please please please, i beg for a video on how to make this. i cut out the fabric but for the life of me can’t understand how to do the lining. i read this over and over for days and still can’t understand how to do the lining for everything and finish.😭
can i just sew the lining and ties on the pieces in the beginning stages rather than adding the lining at the end?
Hi Eman,
I’m sorry to hear that you’re having trouble understanding this pattern! I’m afraid that we do not have the time and resources to make a video tutorial on this pattern, but we’re happy to help out in other ways.
The way the pattern is written, you piece the lining in the exact same way you pieced the outside of the bonnet earlier! Just follow the same steps, except with the lining fabric this time. Then, sew the lining and the outer fabric together (with right sides facing), all the way around, except for a little gap at the back of the neck. You’ll use this gap to then pull the bonnet inside out so that the right sides of both fabrics are facing outwards!
While you could technically sew the lining and outer fabric together as you go, this will not make for a very finished-looking hat. The seams and raw edges will all be visible. That may not be very comfortable for a baby to wear! Because of these factors, I would highly recommend following the pattern as written. If you’re still running into trouble though, please don’t hesitate to let us know, and we can certainly help you move forward in the project!
All the best,
Lili