A good hat is more than just a piece of clothing for men; it’s a style statement and a necessity, especially when the weather turns chilly. That’s why the Buffalo Plaid Crochet Hat is a wonderful pick. Made with an innovative yarn called Red Heart Heat Wave, this hat doesn’t just look great with its three-shade buffalo plaid pattern and has a unique feature: it gets warmer when the sunlight hits it. The clever use of colorwork to create the iconic plaid look, combined with a modern slouchy fit, makes this hat a protective headgear against the cold and a fashionable accessory for the outdoors. Whether heading out for a walk on a fantastic day or getting involved in winter sports, this unisex crochet hat is designed to keep you cozy and stylish. Kickstart your crocheting with the easy-to-follow pattern given.
Step By Step Pattern
MATERIALS
- Red Heart® Heat Wave™ (3.5 oz/100 g; 198 yds/181 m)
- Contrast A Luggage (0959) 1 ball
- Contrast B Red Hot (0419) 1 ball
- Contrast C Summer Night (0212) 1 ball
- Size U.S. H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.
ABBREVIATIONS
- Approx = Approximately
- Beg = Begin(ning)
- Ch = Chain(s)
- Cont = Continu(e)(city)
- Hdc = Half double crochet
- Hdcbp = Yoh and draw up a loop around the post of next st at the back of work, inserting hook from right to left. Yoh and draw through 3 loops on the hook
- Hdcfp = Yoh and draw up a loop around the post of next st at the front of work, inserting the hook from right to left. Yoh and draw through 3 loops on the hook
- Rep = Repeat
- Rnd(s) = Round(s)
- Sc = Single crochet
Sl st = Slip stitch - St(s) = Stitch(es)
- Tog = Together
- Yoh = Yarn over hook
SIZE
- One size to t Adult.
GAUGE
- 13 sc and 14 rows = 4″ [10 cm].
INSTRUCTIONS
- Note: Join all rnds with sl st to first st. With A, ch 72. Join with sl st to the first ch, making sure not to twist ch.
- 1st rnd: Ch 2 (does not count as st). 1 hdc in each ch around. Join. 72 sts.
- 2nd rnd: Ch 1. *1 hdcfp around next st. 1 hdcbp around next st. Rep from * around. Join. Rep 2nd rnd 5 times more.
- Next rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join. Beg working Chart (see page 2), noting that each square equals 1 sc and reading rnds from right to left. Carry color not being used along with work. Change colors by drawing contrast colors through the last 2 loops on the hook.
- Next row: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join.
- Rep last rnd and cont working Chart until rows 1-6 are worked 4 times.
- Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Finishing: Using running st,
- Gather the top edge of the Hat with a long tail of yarn. Pull tight and secure.
Pompom:
- With A, B, and C held together, wind yarn around 4 fingers approx 60 times. Remove from fingers and tie tightly in the center.
- Cut through each side of the loops.
- Trim to a smooth, round shape.
- Sew to the top of the Hat.