Is the bonnet 100% wool? Wool does shrink but only so far, you may just have a bonnet that is too big for you even after jocking. However, don't give up! Take your time and try again, a day soaking in cold water and then GENTLY wring out most of the water----the cloth needs to be almost still dripping---- and see how it fits after drying on your head. If it actually and genuinely fits when really dry----out of the box so to speak--- you could take the long route and just wear it and over a month or six it will wear itself in.
As a last resort you could try warm water and as a last, LAST resort, nearly hot water and even more gently wring out some water and place on the head to dry. Something might happen then, but it might not be good!
Last edited by Jock Scot; 27th April 15 at 06:51 AM.
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