Scottish Bonnets?

[Ryan Ross]

Yea, That's is why I asked sirdaniel1975, I want to make a Highland Bonnet. I am still learning to knit god enough to attempt it.

Cool.

One more thing- While they're labled as 'Highland Bonnets' that type of headgear was worn all over Scotland, for hundreds of years, by nearly EVERY grown male.

Unlike the kilt, the bonnet is a truly "Scottish" thing, and not just a Highland one.

EDIT: When you get to making these things, here's a little guideline- Yes, especially in the earlier part of the 17th century, bonnets could be fairly large and floppy. But by the 18th century, 12 inches is about as large as they tended to be, with many being more like 11, and they started to get thicker and have more body.

Also, here's a little tip- The looser your stitches are, the thicker and more completely felted your bonnet will want to get. That's inside info, so don't tell anyone.