The pixie bonnet features some detailing along the front to frame the face.
Abbreviations: (US terms used)
ch = chain
sc = single crochet
hdc = half double crochet
st(s) = stitch(es)
sl st = slip stitch
rep = repeat
Pattern Notes: Turning chains do not count as a stitch.
The hat is worked flat in rows, and seamed along the back.
Using MC and 5.5 mm hook:
Chain 39. (41, 48, 51, 54, 59)
Row 1: Skip 1st ch, 38 (40, 47, 50, 53, 58) sc, turn.
Row 2: Ch 2, 38 (40, 47, 50, 53, 58) hdc, fasten off, turn.
Row 3: Using A, ch 1, 38 (40, 47, 50, 53, 58) sc, fasten off, turn.
Rows 4 - 8: Alternate rows 2 and 3
Rows 9 - 19 (20, 22, 24, 26, 28): in MC, As Row 2
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Surface Crochet:
Repeat with MC along the foundation chain.
Method:
WS. Pull up a loop, insert hook into next sp (between stitches) pull up loop through space, and loop on
hook (one loop remains on hook). Continue to final st, cut or break yarn, bring remaining yarn through loop, and back to WS to secure the final loop.
Weave in ends.
Fold bonnet in half lengthways, so point a meets point b (above image) with WS together seam this edge together using your preferred joining method. This seam will be the back of the bonnet. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Chin Tie:
Chin tie is worked in a continuous piece without cutting the yarn. Starting with one tie, then continuing around the base of the bonnet (back of the neck), and then continuing with the second tie.
Using MC, and 5.5 mm hook
Ch: 25 (29, 33, 37, 41, 46)
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Happy Crocheting!