The Bonnie Balaclava is a crochet and knit pattern that plays with new stitches and fun colors. It is mostly worked up in the beautiful crochet v-stitch, but the hems are knitted in stretchy twisted rib for an extra polished look. If you prefer to crochet the whole thing, however, there are notes in the pattern for a fully crochet version as well! This pattern is the perfect stash-busting project for winter and it comes with so many adjustments for stripes, length, and fit.

This pattern includes 1 downloadable PDF version of the pattern in English that includes written instructions, a schematic, and diagrams.

SIZING
This pattern comes in sizes S, M, and L. This is based on a women’s sizing chart, though notes in the pattern on how to adjust length and width can make it easily suitable for menswear as well. Head circumferences are detailed in the pattern.
Based on what size you choose, you can go for a more fitted look (as I did) or a slouchy, relaxed fit.

MATERIALS
Any fingering/sport/DK weight yarn, or required yarn weight to achieve gauge
For reference, I used lace weight held double, fingering weight, and DK weight yarn scraps.
US H-8 5 mm hook, or required hook size to achieve gauge
US 7 4.5 mm / 16 in 40 cm circular knitting needles, or one size down from above hook size used to achieve gauge

GAUGE
7 stitches x 7 rows = 4 x 4 inches 10 x 10 cm in V-stitch pattern on 5 mm US H-8 hook

LEVEL
Advanced beginner/intermediate
There are many techniques used in this pattern, but every one is carefully explained and linked with a helpful video tutorial.

This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use only. This pattern may not be copied, resold or redistributed in any way. You may sell items produced using the directions in this pattern, but only if you credit me as the designer.