Typically, when you think of the pineapple

motif, a doily or perhaps even a shawl comes
to mind. I knew I wanted to try something a
bit different; something fun and modern;
something wearable by many women
with many different styles. A hat!

Finished Measurements
Fits average woman’s head. Hat band
circumference = 19” (48.5 cm).

Yarn
DK Weight (#4 Medium).
Shown here: Berroco Vintage DK (50%
acrylic 40% wool, 10% nylon; 288 yd
263 m/3.5 oz 100 g): #2192 Chana
Dal, 1 hank.

Hook
Sizes G-6 (4.25 mm) and H-8 (5.00 mm).
Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain
the correct gauge.

Notions
Locking stitch markers; tapestry needle
for assembly and weaving in ends; one
1” (2.5 cm) button.

Gauge
16 sc by 20 rows= 4” × 4” (10 × 10 cm)
with size G-6/4.25mm hook.

Note
The hat is worked from the bottom of
the crown portion to the top, then the
hat is turned and the band is added by
stitching into the bottom loops of the
foundation chain.