Blooming Crochet Hats (14 page)
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Authors: Shauna-Lee Graham
Rnd 4:
Ch 3, dc in next 2 dc, * 2 dc in next dc, dc in next 2 dc, rep from * around to end, then dc in ch st between the last dc just made and the beg ch-3; join with sl st in the 3rd ch of the beg ch-3. (36 dc)
Rnd 5:
Ch 3, dc in next 3 dc, * 2 dc in next dc, dc in next 3 dc, rep from * around to end, then dc in ch st between the last dc just made and the beg ch-3; join with sl st in the 3rd ch of the beg ch-3. (45 dc)
Rnd 6:
Ch 3, dc in next 4 dc, * 2 dc in next dc, dc in next 4 dc, rep from * around to end, then dc in ch st between the last dc just made and the beg ch-3; join with sl st in the 3rd ch of the beg ch-3. (54 dc)
Rnds 7–10:
Ch 3, dc in next st and in each st around; join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (54 dc)
Rnd 11:
Ch 2, hdc in same st as joining and in each st around; join with sl st in 2nd ch of beg ch-2. (55 hdc)
Rnd 12:
Ch 1, sc in same st as joining and in each st around; join with sl st in beg sc. (55 sc)
Rnd 13:
Ch 1, sc in same st as joining, sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, * sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around; join with sl st in beg sc. (66 sc)
Rnd 14:
Ch 1, sc in same st as joining, 2 sc in next sc, * sc in next sc, rep from * around; join with sl st in beg sc. (67 sc)
Rnds 15–18:
Ch 1, sc in same st as joining and in each st around; join with sl st in beg sc. (67 sc)
Rnd 19:
Ch 1, 2 sc in same st as joining, 2 sc in next sc, * sc in next sc, rep from * around; join with sl st in beg sc. (69 sc)
Fasten off. Weave in ends.
For instructions on
button placement
, see information below.
Orient the joining seam toward the back and sew a button 1"–1
1
⁄
2
" (2.5cm–3.8cm) from the bottom of the brim on the side of your choice.
These head wraps are a definite must-have for those cold days. They are stylish and adjustable to provide the perfect fit. Not into head wraps? Whip one up anyway and wear it as a neck wrap! You can leave the pattern the way it is or continue the pattern to make it wider. Coordinate the colors of the neck wrap and the motif to match your warm coat. You will be the talk of the town!
For Head Wrap Option #1: 2 strands of light sport weight yarn in the color of your choice for a 3
1
⁄
4
"-wide to 4
1
⁄
4
"-wide (8.3cm–10.8cm) head wrap
For Head Wrap Option #2: 1 strand of worsted weight yarn in the color of your choice for a 3
1
⁄
4
"-wide to 4
1
⁄
4
"-wide (8.3cm–10.8cm) head wrap.
- 0–3 mos. (100–130yd/91.4–118.9m)
- 3–6 mos. (110–140yd/100.6–128m)
- 6–12 mos. (120–150yd/109.7–137.2m)
- 1–3 yrs. (130–160yd/118.9–146.3m)
- 4–8 yrs. (140–170yd/128–155.4m)
- 9 yrs.–adult (150–180yd/138–165m)
Size I (5.5mm) crochet hook
Five
7
⁄
8
" (2.2cm) buttons (only four needed for 3
1
⁄
4
"-wide [8.3cm] wrap)
Tapestry needle
Scissors
To fit approx. 0–3 months: 12"–13
1
⁄
2
" (30.5cm–34.3cm) circumference
To fit approx. 3–6 months: 14"–15" (35.6cm–38.1cm) circumference
To fit approx. 6–12 months: 15"–16
1
⁄
2
" (38.1cm–41.9cm) circumference
To fit approx. 1–3 years: 16
1
⁄
2
"–18" (41.9cm–45.7cm) circumference
To fit approx. 4–8 years: 18
1
⁄
2
"–20" (47cm–50.8cm) circumference
To fit approx. 9 years–adult: 20
1
⁄
2
"–22" (52.1cm–55.9cm) circumference
No gauge required.
ch(s)
= chain(s)
st(s)
= stitch(s)
sl st
= slip stitch
beg
= beginning
rep
= repeat
rnd(s)
= round(s)
hdc =
half double crochet
fphdc
= front post half double crochet
bphdc
= back post half double crochet
*
= repeat instructions following the asterisk as directed
With 2 strands of sport weight yarn or 1 strand of worsted weight yarn, ch 50.
Row 1
: Hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in each ch across. (49 hdc)
Row 2:
Turn, ch 2 (counts as hdc now and throughout), * fphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (49 hdc)
Row 3:
Turn, ch 2, * bphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (49 hdc)
Row 4:
Turn, ch 2, hdc in next st and in each st across. (49 hdc)
Row 5:
Turn, ch 2, * bphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (49 hdc)
Row 6:
Turn, ch 2, * fphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (49 hdc)
Row 7:
Turn, ch 2, hdc in next st and in each st across. (49 hdc)
Rows 8–9:
Rep Rows 2 and 3.
Rnd 10:
Do not fasten off. Do not turn. Ch 1, sl st in each st around the head wrap; join with sl st in beg ch-1.
Fasten off. Weave in ends.
On one edge of the head wrap, sew a button in the middle of each raised ridge (3 buttons). This row of buttons will be placed behind the head or neck (if you are using it as a neck wrap). Fold the other end over and button through the opposite raised ridge holes of your choice to obtain a perfect fit. Sew the remaining button onto the side of the head wrap and button on your favorite motif.
With 2 strands of sport weight yarn or 1 strand of worsted weight yarn, ch 55.
Row 1:
Hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in each ch across. (54 hdc)
Row 2:
Turn, ch 2 (counts as hdc now and throughout), * fphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (54 hdc)
Row 3:
Turn, ch 2, * bphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (54 hdc)
Row 4:
Turn, ch 2, hdc in next st and in each st across. (54 hdc)
Row 5:
Turn, ch 2, * bphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (54 hdc)
Row 6:
Turn, ch 2, * fphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (54 hdc)
Row 7:
Turn, ch 2, hdc in next st and in each st across. (54 hdc)
Rows 8–9:
Rep Rows 2 and 3.
Rnd 10:
Do not fasten off. Do not turn. Ch 1, sl st in each st around the head wrap; join with sl st in beg ch-1.
Fasten off. Weave in ends.
On one edge of the head wrap, sew a button in the middle of each raised ridge (3 buttons). This row of buttons will be placed behind the head or neck (if you are using it as a neck wrap). Fold the other end over and button through the opposite raised ridge holes of your choice to obtain a perfect fit. Sew the remaining button onto the side of the head wrap and button on your favorite motif.
With 2 strands of sport weight yarn or 1 strand of worsted weight yarn, ch 60.
Row 1:
Hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in each ch across. (59 hdc)
Row 2:
Turn, ch 2 (counts as hdc now and throughout), * fphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (59 hdc)
Row 3:
Turn, ch 2, * bphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (59 hdc)
Row 4:
Turn, ch 2, hdc in next st and in each st across. (59 hdc)
Row 5:
Turn, ch 2, * bphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (59 hdc)
Row 6:
Turn, ch 2, * fphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (59 hdc)
Row 7:
Turn, ch 2, hdc in next st and in each st across. (59 hdc)
Rows 8–9:
Rep Rows 2 and 3.
To make the 3
1
⁄
4
"-wide (8.3cm) head wrap, proceed with Rnd 1 for the 3
1
⁄
4
"-wide (8.3cm) head wrap.
To make the 4
1
⁄
4
"-wide (10.8cm) head wrap, continue with Row 10.
Rows 10–12:
Rep Rows 4–6.
Proceed with Rnd 1 for the 4
1
⁄
4
"-wide (10.8cm) head wrap.
Rnd 1 for the 3
1
⁄
4
-wide (8.3cm) head wrap:
Do not fasten off. Do not turn. Ch 1, sl st in each st around the head wrap; join with sl st in beg ch-1.
Fasten off. Weave in ends.
Rnd 1 for the 4
1
⁄
4
"-wide (10.8cm) head wrap:
Do not fasten off. Turn, ch 1, sl st in each st around the head wrap; join with sl st in beg ch-1.
Fasten off. Weave in ends.
On one edge of the head wrap, sew a button in the middle of each raised ridge (3 buttons for the 3
1
⁄
4
"-wide [8.3cm] head wrap, 4 buttons for the 4
1
⁄
4
"-wide [10.8cm] head wrap). This row of buttons will be placed behind the head or neck (if you are using it as a neck wrap). Fold the other end over and button through the opposite raised ridge holes of your choice to obtain a perfect fit. Sew the remaining button onto the side of the head wrap and button on your favorite motif.
With 2 strands of sport weight yarn or 1 strand of worsted weight yarn, ch 65.
Row 1:
Hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in each ch across. (64 hdc)
Row 2:
Turn, ch 2 (counts as hdc now and throughout), * fphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (64 hdc)
Row 3:
Turn, ch 2, * bphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (64 hdc)
Row 4:
Turn, ch 2, hdc in next st and in each st across. (64 hdc)
Row 5:
Turn, ch 2, * bphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (64 hdc)
Row 6:
Turn, ch 2, * fphdc around next hdc, rep from * across to last st, hdc in last st. (64 hdc)
Row 7:
Turn, ch 2, hdc in next st and in each st across. (64 hdc)
Rows 8–9:
Rep Rows 2 and 3.
To make the 3
1
⁄
4
"-wide (8.3cm) head wrap, proceed with Rnd 1 for the 3
1
⁄
4
"-wide (8.3cm) head wrap.
To make the 4
1
⁄
4
"-wide (10.8cm) head wrap, continue with Row 10.
Rows 10–12:
Rep Rows 4–6.
Proceed with Rnd 1 for the 4
1
⁄
4
"-wide (10.8cm) head wrap.
Rnd 1 for the 3
1
⁄
4
"-wide (8.3cm) head wrap:
Do not fasten off. Do not turn. Ch 1, sl st in each st around the head wrap; join with sl st in beg ch-1.