Crochet Lion Mane Bonnet

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I found a crochet pattern for a really adorable lion mane bonnet from the Etsy shop Bowtykes.   I purchased the pattern, gathered the supplies and sat down one evening to finish the bonnet.

The Tools and Supplies

Here’s a list of the items I gathered to make the bonnet:

• Lion Brand Yarns Homespun (Wild Fire)
• Lion Brand Yarns Vanna Choice (Mustard)
• Size I (5.5mm) Crochet Hook
• Scissors
• Yarn Needle

The Vanna Choice Mustard yarn was leftover from a previous project.  I purchased the Homespun Wild Fire yarn at Michaels.

Crocheting the Bonnet

The pattern is well written and easy to follow.  It took a few hours to complete.   The most tedious part, as always, was putting it all together.

Once I finished attaching all Homespun tassels, I wanted to give the bonnet’s hair a little trim.   In the process I clipped the bonnet body and to my horror it started to unravel.   I applied some Fabric Glue, and was able to salvage the bonnet body.

The Finished Bonnet

I am very pleased with how the lion mane came out!  I was a little sad that to part ways with it (it will be used as a photo prop for a friend).   I may just make another one for myself!