Crochet PATTERN for Summer Sun Hat

Description

This lightweight raffia hat is the perfect accessory for summer. An openwork stitch pattern makes it breezy, while the solid shell stitches of the brim keep the sun out of your eyes. Choose your favorite colors and make it yours!
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Please note: This listing is for the Crochet Pattern ONLY.
The pattern PDF is 6 pages long and includes 7 how-to photos to help you make the hat. Please feel free to ask me questions about this pattern. I will email the pattern to you ASAP after receiving payment, which will take no more than 48 hours. Please specify your email address in the notes to seller IF different from the address listed on your account.

Skill Level: Afvanced Beginner

Finished Size: Circumference of hat measures 23” and should fit most teen and women’s heads.

Materials:
• 1/4” wide Wraffia ribbon (available at Papermart.com), One 100 yard spool each in #57 Oatmeal (A), #69 Sage (B) and #59 gold (C), or desired colors. Note: You can also use a similar weight yarn, CYCA size 4, to achieve a similar look in cotton or a cotton blend (nothing too drapey, though). Note: You can also use a similar weight yarn, CYCA size 4, to achieve a similar look in cotton. Commonly available substitutes include Lion Brand “Cotton Ease” and Lily “Sugar ‘n’ Cream”, Knit Picks “Simply Cotton Worsted” and Cascade “Sierra”.
• Size G-6 (4mm) crochet hook, or size to obtain gauge
• Yarn needle
• Spray bottle and blocking form (optional)

***Please note: My crochet patterns are for personal use only- yourself, gifts, your friend who wants one, etc. It is also fine to make an item from my patterns to donate to charity or to use for charitable fundraising, etc. If you would like to sell items made from my hats OFFLINE, please look at my policies page and contact me if you are still interested in the pattern. Thank you!!

Added on Jul 31, 2009