dc in next dc, rep from * around; join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (24 dc)
Rnd 3: Ch 3, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * around; join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (36 dc)
Rnd 4: Ch 3, dc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * around; join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (48 dc)
Rnd 5: Ch 3, dc in next 3 dc, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next 4 dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * around to last 3 sts, dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in last st; join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (58 dc)
Rnds 6–14: Ch 3, dc in next st and in each st around; join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (58 dc)
Rnd 15: Ch 2, hdc in next st and in each st around; join with sl st in 2nd ch of beg ch-2. (58 hdc)
Snug Rnd (this round prevents the brim of hat from stretching): Ch 1, sc in same st as joining, sl st in next 2 hdc, * sc in next hdc, sl st in next 2 hdc, rep from * around to last st, sc in last st; join with sl st in beg sc. (58 sts)
Fasten off. Weave in ends.
For instructions on button placement and creating the interchangeable band, see the end of the project.
To add the Newsboy Brim, see the end of the chapter.
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Button Placement
Once the Newsboy Brim has been added to the hat, sew one button onto the 2nd dc rnd up from each corner of the Newsboy Brim.
Button the interchangeable band onto the buttons using the 3 hdc holes on each side of band. Note: If the band is for the 0–3 month hat size, you may have to button the band through one of the end dc to make the band fit snugly.
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Sew a big, chunky wooden button on this hat or add an interchangeable motif to change the look for a boy or a girl. Add some color with stripes or make the hat without the brim for a simple, stylish beanie. (see the Stitches & Techniques section for information about color changes.)
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Make an Interchangeable Band
With I hook and yarn color of your choice, ch 22.
Row 1: Dc in 4th ch from hook and in each ch to end. (20 dc)
Rnd 2: Do not turn; ch 2, work 3 hdc inside the ending dc sp, 2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 18 sts, 2 hdc in next st, work 3 hdc inside the ending dc sp, 2 hdc in next dc, hdc in next 18 dc, then hdc in the ch-st between hdc just made and the beg ch 2, sl st in 2nd ch of beg ch-2. (50 hdc)
Fasten off. Weave in ends.
Twisted Headband
I can see it now: An adorable little flower girl walking down the aisle wearing this precious headband with a flower motif made to match the bridesmaids’ dresses. It’s breathtaking. These super-quick headbands make perfect last-minute gifts. They are adjustable for a perfect fit and can be made in any color under the rainbow. Make them for all your family and friends, from newborns to adults.
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Materials
For Twisted Headband: Light sport weight yarn in the color of your choice
0–3 mos. (36yd/32.9m)
3–6 mos. (40yd/36.6m)
6–12 mos. (45yd/41.1m)
1–3 yrs. (56yd/51.2m)
4–8 yrs. (62yd/56.7m)
9 yrs.–adult (65yd/59.4m)
Size I (5.5mm) crochet hook
1 1 ⁄ 8 " (2.8cm) button
Tapestry needle
Scissors
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Finished Project Sizes
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
Gauge
15 sts = 4" (10.2cm);
7 rows dc = 4" (10.2cm)
Glossary of Abbreviations
ch(s) = chain(s)
st(s) = stitch(s)
sl st = slip stitch
sp(s) = space(s)
beg = beginning
sk = skip
rep = repeat
bpdc = back post double crochet
hdc = half double crochet
dc = double crochet
PS = puff stitch
* = repeat instructions following the asterisk as directed
( ) = work instructions within the parentheses as many times
Rnd 3: Ch 3, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * around; join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (36 dc)
Rnd 4: Ch 3, dc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * around; join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (48 dc)
Rnd 5: Ch 3, dc in next 3 dc, 2 dc in next dc, * dc in next 4 dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep from * around to last 3 sts, dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in last st; join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (58 dc)
Rnds 6–14: Ch 3, dc in next st and in each st around; join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (58 dc)
Rnd 15: Ch 2, hdc in next st and in each st around; join with sl st in 2nd ch of beg ch-2. (58 hdc)
Snug Rnd (this round prevents the brim of hat from stretching): Ch 1, sc in same st as joining, sl st in next 2 hdc, * sc in next hdc, sl st in next 2 hdc, rep from * around to last st, sc in last st; join with sl st in beg sc. (58 sts)
Fasten off. Weave in ends.
For instructions on button placement and creating the interchangeable band, see the end of the project.
To add the Newsboy Brim, see the end of the chapter.
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Button Placement
Once the Newsboy Brim has been added to the hat, sew one button onto the 2nd dc rnd up from each corner of the Newsboy Brim.
Button the interchangeable band onto the buttons using the 3 hdc holes on each side of band. Note: If the band is for the 0–3 month hat size, you may have to button the band through one of the end dc to make the band fit snugly.
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Sew a big, chunky wooden button on this hat or add an interchangeable motif to change the look for a boy or a girl. Add some color with stripes or make the hat without the brim for a simple, stylish beanie. (see the Stitches & Techniques section for information about color changes.)
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Make an Interchangeable Band
With I hook and yarn color of your choice, ch 22.
Row 1: Dc in 4th ch from hook and in each ch to end. (20 dc)
Rnd 2: Do not turn; ch 2, work 3 hdc inside the ending dc sp, 2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 18 sts, 2 hdc in next st, work 3 hdc inside the ending dc sp, 2 hdc in next dc, hdc in next 18 dc, then hdc in the ch-st between hdc just made and the beg ch 2, sl st in 2nd ch of beg ch-2. (50 hdc)
Fasten off. Weave in ends.
Twisted Headband
I can see it now: An adorable little flower girl walking down the aisle wearing this precious headband with a flower motif made to match the bridesmaids’ dresses. It’s breathtaking. These super-quick headbands make perfect last-minute gifts. They are adjustable for a perfect fit and can be made in any color under the rainbow. Make them for all your family and friends, from newborns to adults.
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Materials
For Twisted Headband: Light sport weight yarn in the color of your choice
0–3 mos. (36yd/32.9m)
3–6 mos. (40yd/36.6m)
6–12 mos. (45yd/41.1m)
1–3 yrs. (56yd/51.2m)
4–8 yrs. (62yd/56.7m)
9 yrs.–adult (65yd/59.4m)
Size I (5.5mm) crochet hook
1 1 ⁄ 8 " (2.8cm) button
Tapestry needle
Scissors
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Finished Project Sizes
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
Gauge
15 sts = 4" (10.2cm);
7 rows dc = 4" (10.2cm)
Glossary of Abbreviations
ch(s) = chain(s)
st(s) = stitch(s)
sl st = slip stitch
sp(s) = space(s)
beg = beginning
sk = skip
rep = repeat
bpdc = back post double crochet
hdc = half double crochet
dc = double crochet
PS = puff stitch
* = repeat instructions following the asterisk as directed
( ) = work instructions within the parentheses as many times
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