I would rate this pattern as intermediate, because some parts are a bit tricky. Feel free to email me if you have questions about this pattern and I'll get back to you ASAP.
Anthro-Inspired Hat
Materials:
*H Hook
*Caron Simply Soft Yarn in Soft Blue (This hat takes less than 1 skein. In fact, you could probably get two hats from 1 skein!)
*Yarn needle
HAT:
Make a Magic Circle, ch 2.
R1: 8 DC in center. Join with sl st in top of first DC.
R2: Ch 2. 2 DC, ch 1 between each DC of previous round. Join with sl st in top of first DC.
R3: Ch 2. 2 DC in same space. Ch 1. 3 DC in next space. Ch 1. *[2 DC, ch1, 2 DC] in next space. [3 DC, ch 1] in next 2 spaces* Repeat * - * to end of round. NOTE: The repeat will not be fully completed at the end of round. Crochet into each space, but finish the repeat in whatever space you end up in. For example, in the video I ended rounds 3 and 4 with [2DC, ch 1, 2DC]. Join with sl st in top of first DC.
R4: Sl st in next stitch, and in the next space. This brings you to the first space of the round. Repeat R3.
R5: Ch 2. 2 DC in same space. Ch 1. *3 DC in next space. Ch 1.* Repeat *-* to end of round.
R6-7: Repeat R5
R8-11: Ch 2. 2 DC in same space. *3 DC in next space* Repeat *-* to end of round.
R12: Ch 2. DC in each stitch around. Join with sl st in top of first DC.
R13-14: Insert hook from inside of hat to outside of hat in the next space. Insert hook in next space. Your hook should now be surrounding the next stitch.
Yarn over and sl st. Ch 3. FPTC (Front Post Treble Crochet) around each stitch around. (To FPTC: YO twice. Insert hook around stitch as you just did, from inside of hat to outside, then back inside the hat on the other side of the stitch. YO and pull up two loops. YO and pull up two more loops. YO and pull up last loops.) Join with sl st in top of first FPTC.
R4: Sl st in next stitch, and in the next space. This brings you to the first space of the round. Repeat R3.
I've added this video to help clarify rounds 3 and 4. Please let me know if it helps and if there is anything else I can do to help!
R5: Ch 2. 2 DC in same space. Ch 1. *3 DC in next space. Ch 1.* Repeat *-* to end of round.
R6-7: Repeat R5
R8-11: Ch 2. 2 DC in same space. *3 DC in next space* Repeat *-* to end of round.
R12: Ch 2. DC in each stitch around. Join with sl st in top of first DC.
R13-14: Insert hook from inside of hat to outside of hat in the next space. Insert hook in next space. Your hook should now be surrounding the next stitch.
R15: Shell Edging: Ch 2. 6 DC in next stitch. Skip 1 stitch. 1 SC. *Skip 1 stitch. 6 DC in next stitch. Skip 1 stitch. 1 SC.* Repeat *-* to end of round. Join with sl st in top of first DC. Tie off.
Flower: Honestly, this is the trickiest part of the hat! Feel free to sub in whatever kind of flower you like if this turns out to be too confusing. I explained it as simply as I can, but I just know I'll get emails about this one. :)
Ch 4. Join with sl st.
R1: Sl st in center of ring. *Ch 3. Sl st in ring.* Repeat *-* to a total of 4 times.
R2: *Sl st in ch 3 sp. Ch 2. 5 DC in space. Sl st in same space.* Repeat in each ch 3 space around.
R3: Sl st in next space, around chains from first round. 5 TC, sl st in same space. Ch 3. Repeat in each space around.
R4:Sl st in next ch space from previous round. 5 TC, sl st in space. Repeat in each space around.
Tie off and leave a long tail to sew flower onto hat.
Good for you for figuring it out! You did a great job on this!
ReplyDeleteThis hat is adorable. How do I figure out how to size it for my head. Everything is usually way too big for me.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
ReplyDeleteGigi, I made this hat in a child size, but the yarn and the stitches used really gives it a lot of room to grow. I am a petite woman, so I generally make hats a little smaller than patterns call for. You may want to try the pattern as shown and see if it fits in the child size. If you need to make it bigger, repeat round 3 another time (after the repeat in round 4.) If you should find you need to make it smaller than the original child size, leave out round 4.
Also, just want to point out that the hat is slightly larger on the top than it is on the bottom. In round 8, we start to leave out the ch 1 between the sets of DC stitches, which decreases slightly to give you a snug fit closer to the band of the hat. I actually first made up this hat about a year ago and I didn't decrease starting in round 8, I just continued the pattern and it flared out a little at the bottom. That looks fine, too, in fact I wore that hat all last winter. But, this time around, I just knew I wanted it to have a better fit.
I hope that all makes sense!
Yes, it all makes sense. Thanks soooooo much. This is going to be a challenge for me, but I am up to it. I would consider myself a tiny bit beyond beginner. I learned to chain as a child, but SC and DC I learned from watching the old folks and they never used a pattern. I am 67 so that tells you how long ago this was. So, with the help of You Tube, and what I know already, I am learning how to read a pattern and how to actually put everything together to MAKE something. This is going to be my after Christmas project, when I have a clear head. If I struggle, scream, and cut my yarn into confetti, I will be ordering one from you.
ReplyDeleteHa ha Gigi!! I have had my screaming, cutting yarn to confetti moments as well. I hope this one doesn't put you over the edge! ;) Feel free to email me any time (lwdesignadventures@gmail.com) if you need some crochet help. I had a How-To video series going and I will gladly add videos of any techniques you (or any other user) may want help with!
ReplyDeleteThe hat is lovely. But the flower!!! Help I have R1 and R2, But I don't understand R3 to do R4. Please help.
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Beverly, I plan to make a video to show the flower techniques. It's a bit tricky, and the stitching can be tight. Unfortunately, I am getting backed up on some Etsy orders that have to be out this week to customers to ensure Christmas delivery, so I need to finish those before I can sit down and make a video.
ReplyDeleteBut, I hate to leave you hanging like that! So, in the meantime, try this flower out: http://www.garnstudio.com/lang/en/pattern.php?id=4612&lang=en
The technique for this flower from Drops Design is very similar to the technique that I used, creating the layered effect. I hope that helps you out for now and I will get on that video as soon as I get all caught up!
hi, will you please just explain this:
ReplyDeleteSl st in next space, around chains from first round
on the flower sorry.
ReplyDeleteWhat is a magic circle? I get the rest but have never heard of magic circle.
ReplyDeleteHi there! This is such a cute hat, so thanks so much for posting this pattern! I am pretty new to crocheting and for some reason I'm getting stuck on Row 2 (the ironic thing is I understand Row 3 and 4). After the magic circle and chaining 2, do I make 2 dc in the next 2 stitches, chain 1, and then dc in the next stitch, chain 1, dc in the next stitch, chain 1 and so forth? Many thanks!
ReplyDeleteare you done yet... hehe just kidding, I just want the flower you have and I'm having trouble with it.
ReplyDelete@eileenslee: Row 2 is a repeat pattern like Rows 3 & 4. The difference is the pattern is [2DC, ch 1] in each space around. It took me a few minutes to figure it out too. =)
ReplyDeleteI wonder if the magic circle is easier than amigurumi style? That's how I start every hat and the video on the how-to for the magic circle seemed similar. Have you done amigurumi starts, design adventures?
ReplyDeleteMy apologies, I don't think I will get a video done this week to help out. :( After Christmas (when all of the orders have been given out) I plan to make a video for the flower and a video on some techniques for the hat. I'll do it as soon as possible, but I still have several orders to get through and I am going out of town in a few days. Busy week!
ReplyDeleteBeth, I don't have any experience in amigurumi. It looks very interesting to me and I have seen a TON of projects using amigurumi that I have loved, but I have never learned the techniques! I think it may be something I need to look into in the new year!
Having a tough time after starting this hat three times and ripping it out as it is totally a ruffel. So...on round two do I do 2DC and chain 1 in each space meaning each stitch or into each "HOLE" that we have begun? I'm really confused. If anyone could just email me I'll get it faster. Thanks.
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I just made this for my aunt as a chemo cap. I used Caron Simply Soft in Country Blue since I had some left. I had trouble with the flower, but I probably could have figured it out without the 2 year old's "help". I found a single five petal flower pattern somewhere else and made it two sizes and connected them. It's pretty cute. I almost kept it for myself!
ReplyDeletecould you please explain rows 13 & 14...i got the front post treble crochet, but cannot figure out the rest of finishing stich. maybe a short video on how do run these rows. thank you and Merry CHRISTmas
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I may have missed your answer, but what is the "magic circle", please? Hope your holidays were fantastic!
ReplyDeleteI am not a very experienced crocheter, but I followed the instructions (and pulled things out more than once!) and I made the hat! I'd like to thank you, not only for creating and sharing the pattern, but for the clear instructions. I love it and am sharing your link with my friends! I'd love to share a picture of my hat, but I cannot seem to make it work.
ReplyDeleteI am not getting rows 13 and 14. I am not usually such a air head but here I am. HELP!
ReplyDeleteLovely!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much by sharing.. I just finished it, but as you mention it, don´t know about my flower was correct. Any way, hat looks awesome ad I did it bigger size. That was difficult to me. Just comment.
ReplyDeleteYours is so much cuter! Great job!
ReplyDeleteHaving trouble with rows 13 and 14! Can you post a video to youtube on how to do row 13 and 14 please? Thank you so much! :)
ReplyDeleteLove this pattern by the way!
Wow this is stunning i really must have a go.. thank you so much for posting the pattern
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This hat is one of my favorites! The pattern works up beautifully. I did do an extra round 3 to fit my candy apple head lol. Tried the flower twice and decided to find a simpler one. Thanks for making this pattern and sharing it with all of us!
ReplyDeleteThanks sooooo much this is the pattern I've been looking for! Check out my blog www.creativejewishmom.com for lots of great crochet in the crochet category too!
ReplyDeleteTo Ruby... the magic circle is on u tube...
ReplyDeleteI have been trying to figure it out for days, and I have no idea how to do row 14. I got through 13, but I don't know where I'm supposed to put my stitches for 14.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I'd add in the pattern that you have to slip stitch each row. It took a moment to figure that one out as well.
Hi! Loving this hat! But I have a question. I have a pretty big head (22 inches)and I was wondering if this hat would fit my head. Even if I would add another row like the third, after repeat of the 4th row. If not, what could I do to make it even bigger? I'm just a beginner at crochet, so...
ReplyDeleteHello, I just finished this hat! What a wonderful pattern. I did add the extra row and it took me forever to figure out that flower but I think I did pretty good. :) I just wanted to share a picture:
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Thanks so much for the pattern!
I am having the same trouble as Cathy, I have gotten to rows 5, 6 &7. I think I am following the patter right, but it is one giant RUFFLE! Is this what it is suppose to look like? I'm sorry to ask questions other people have asked but I couldn't find that you answered it. my email is ashley.sm@aggiemail.usu.edu What am I doing wrong?
ReplyDeleteThis is a lovely pattern, one I believe I will give a try! Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteDonna
Can you please tell my why after row 2 everything is all curled up? I've ripped it out numerous times and have watched your video.....thanksa and I love the hat!
ReplyDeleteAshley, did you ever determine what is causing the ruffly or curling of the hat? Mine is like that too, and I've followed the instructions to a "T" online and on her video. I've ripped it out numerous times! Help!
ReplyDeleteIt may be a problem of gauge? I did not specify a gauge, but I've found it to be of particular importance with hats. I apologize for not providing that. I think I tend to stitch a little looser than others I have seen. Perhaps you could try a bigger size hook and see if that helps.
ReplyDeleteRows 8-11, do I do a chain st after each set of double crochets? (meaning the 3 DC in each hole)
ReplyDeleteI made this hat shortly after it was posted & it turned out very nice! Thank you so much for sharing it. It really is a super sweet hat...a definite favorite!! Thanks again!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the pattern! It is so awesome! I made a few adjustments, used a smaller hook and took a couple of the rows out, made the shell stitch a single crochet instead of a double, and only two layers to the flower and it made a wonderful baby hat instead. My second completed crochet project, (I did have to take some rounds out several times) and it turned out beautifully! A great gift for a friend's new arrival! Thanks again.
ReplyDeleteI fell in love with this pattern the first time I saw it. I am ready to try it, but I have difficulty with my vision. Is there any way I can print this pattern? I have to enlarge the font considerably in order to see it. The way this pattern is laid out on the page seems too complicated for me to just highlight and print the text. Do you possibly have the pattern without the pictures?
ReplyDeleteI could email you a copy of the pattern without the pictures, but it may be a couple if weeks. I am in the middle of moving and all I have for Internet is my cell phone which isn't great for typing up a pattern. :) Send me an email from the address you would like me to send the pattern to and I will get back to you as soon as my computer is back up and running. Lwdesignadventures@gmail.com
DeleteOh my gosh, so adorable! I just finished following the pattern and it came out perfectly.
ReplyDeleteTo all the people wondering about their rounds looking like a giant ruffle, you are putting too many dc's. They only go in the group spaces, not every stitch. Try reducing and you'll see it come out straighter.
I did it!!! I made this hat with a lighter yarn and a smaller hook and it was perfect for my friends baby. I had trouble with the flower but it too turned out ok for a first try!
ReplyDeleteHi! I am in the process of creating a non-profit facebook page for selling handmade items with 100% of all proceeds going to different charities. I was just wondering if you would mind me making a few hats from this pattern and selling them.
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