Jacobite Bonnets!


For those of you who've always thought Scotch Bonnets were just a type of flower or perhaps a hot pepper, I've got news for you. They're hats too. Lovely felted wool hats. Think tam-o-shanter or beret on steroids. These babies are lovely, almost completely waterproof, and much softer than wool has any right to be. They were the hat of choice for Scots fighting in the '15, the '45, the French and Indian War, and even the American Revolution.

Sadly, these bonnets are now pretty tough to find in this country, especially hand-made, as they should be to be authentic, and in any variety of colors or sizes.

That's where I come in. I've designed my own pattern, and am now offering my bonnets to the world! Check the paypal menu at the top of the blog to order, drop me an email, or click the button below to purchase the knitting pattern online.

Hat prices include shipping. Custom sizing available.

Go nuts, Scotophiles!

Comments

Anonymous said…
Huzzay!! Let the word go forth from this place and time (a mission I will happily assume)....
Diane said…
I'm so thrilled to be getting this up and running after a couple of false starts. Thank you so much for all of your help with this!
Anonymous said…
I've just received the prototype bonnet, folks, and it's excellent in every way! A fine reproduction of the Jacobite era bonnets in terms of size and pattern - and beautifully knit and felted, too.

Order one now...!
Diane said…
Brian, I'm so thrilled your bonnet made it to you in one piece. Thanks for the great review and all your help getting started!
WanderSoul said…
I saw your excellent bonnets while ambling around the net and was wondering how I could order one. I'm part of a Galloglaigh renactment group and my poor head could use the protection.
WanderSoul said…
I saw you wonderful bonnet while ambling around here on the net and wondered how one would go about ordering one. I potray a 16th century Galloglaigh and you're very right when you say good bonentss are hard to find here in the states!
Diane said…
hello, wandersoul, and thanks for your comment! I'd love to make you a bonnet. You can reach me via email at russetlodgeknits@gmail.com so we can talk about specifics, and I'll leave a comment on your blog as well. Thanks for stopping by!
Jen said…
Oh twoon that is quite wonderful. Look at you go, Little Miss Skilled Knitter!!! It's like... I want one of everything! Once I have acquired a small fortune, I will be glad to support your business!!! :):):)
Diane said…
Oh Jen! Thank you! You really are too sweet, but what should I expect from such a lovely twin?
Hey, I'd like one! My email is lachancem@gmail.com, this is so exciting
Anonymous said…
Hi Diane

Sorry slow in posting this but I have one of you bonnets and it the BEST......love it, well made, great material, and fit is perfect. I don't go to the woods trekking without my bonnet, thanks so much for your work.
Garrick
Springfield Illinois
Diane said…
So nice to see a note from a satisfied customer. Thank you, Garrick!
Anonymous said…
Greetings!

I was doing a search & found your blog/website about your Jacobite Bonnets.

I'd like to inquire about having one made in Woad colour & would like to discuss the project further with you.

Thank you for your time & assistance. I look forward to ordering said bonnet in the near future!

Aye,
Terry H.
Commissioner, Washington State
Clan Mackay Society USA
BldHghlndr@msn.com
Anonymous said…
Attempted to email you about having a bonnet made, but it bounced back as undeliverable.
You can contact me via the email addy provided in the previous post.

Thanks! :-)
Anonymous said…
Attempted to email you about having a bonnet made, but it bounced back as undeliverable.
You can contact me via the email addy provided in the previous post.

Thanks! :-)
Hello. I am making bonnets for my clan, but the pattern I have is kind of wonky. What type of yarn does your bonnet pattern use, and do you give a before and after gauge(sp?)?
Diane said…
Marcy,

the pattern uses a worsted-weight wool yarn. I usually use knitpicks Wool of the Andes (available at www.knitpicks.com) but Cascade 220 is also a good one. The pattern doesn't have a gauge listed, but before felting worsted weight and size 8 needles usually knits up to about 6 stitches per inch. I chose not to recommend a gauge because it really doesn't matter much after it felts up. I give measurements for the hat before and after felting, so I'm sure you could figure the gauge from that.

Happy knitting!
Anonymous said…
I LOVE THIS ONE!!!!!!lovefrom your sister in law, the other Mrs Donald (eli)
Greg said…
Could you possibly post photos of the indigo and woad colors? I'd like to see the difference.
Diane Donald said…
There is a photo of an indigo bonnet in a later post. I will post pictures of a woad-type blue as soon as I make a bonnet of that shade.
Unknown said…
Hello,

I'd like to order one exactly like Woosheal's. Size 7 and 5/8

Thanks

Michael Bell
castledangerous@gmail.com
Hauptmann111 said…
Are you still making these? And if so, how long would it take to fill my order?

I have been looking everywhere for an authentic Jacobite Bonnet and only just found your site.

My problem is that I need it no later then the 28th of this month :(

Thanks and regards
Diane Donald said…
Hi Hauptmann, and welcome! I'm glad you found me. :) Unfortunately my usual timeline is about 4 weeks to make and ship a bonnet. If you are still interested you can order via my etsy site, http://www.etsy.com/shop/RussetLodgeKnits or via the Paypal menus at the top right of the page.

The other option is if you know a knitter (or if you knit yourself), you can purchase the pattern for $5 and have them knit it for you. It is about 4 hours of relatively simple knitting (but I'm a very speedy knitter) plus the time needed to felt and dry the finished product (typically a couple of days). The pattern is available above or via Etsy as well.
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