This hat begins at the center of the crown. Stitches are increased evenly around for several rounds, then the hat is worked even to the brim, where stitches are decreased evenly around. A ribbed band is worked, joining to the brim of the hat as it's worked around (not visible in photos, it's hidden by the ruffle trim). A ruffle trim is created, then sewn onto the hat, just above the ribbed band.

This hat is super versitile, and can be embelished in so many different ways. The ruffle trim shown in the model hat was designed to match the . Lazy daisies are added to the crown, or get creative and style it your own way.

Sizes: Baby (Child, Small Adult, Medium Adult, Large Adult)

Finished Measurements:
14¼ (17, 20, 21¼, 23)" circumference

Yarn Requirements:

35% linen, 35% wool, 30% baby alpaca
50 gram ball = approx 137 yards
• 1 (1, 2, 2, 2) balls Main Color—2281 New Fern
• 1 ball Contrast Color—2250 Inca Gold
Or approx 80 (110, 150, 170, 200) yards MC and 70 (90, 100, 110, 120) yards CC, in a comparable yarn.

Crochet Hook:
• One each size US F/5 (3.75 mm) and G/6 (4 mm)
Or size to obtain gauge.

Notions:
• seven or more removable stitch markers
• tapestry needle

Gauge: 18 sts and 15 rows = 4" in half double crochet with larger hook; 9 rows = 4" in half double crochet through the back loop with smaller hook; 13 sts in foundation single crochet = 4" with larger hook. Take time to save time, check your gauge.