Pineapple Rays Decorative Hat by Cylinda D. Mathews

Pineapple Rays Decorative Hat

Crochet
January 2012
Thread ?
2 rows = 1/2" T
1.5 mm
325 - 350 yards (297 - 320 m)
14”dia
US
English
This pattern is available for $5.75 USD
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Our beautiful and elegant decorative crochet hat boasts plenty of luscious and beautiful pineapples set amidst lacy pyramids and a delicate chain stitched crown. Adorned with silk flowers and a satin bow, it’s a beautiful piece to toss on a bed or chair, or displayed on a wall.

Materials:
• 1-350-yd ball 100% cotton thread, size 10
• Steel crochet hook size 8 USA (1.50 mm)

Molding Materials:
• Commercial fabric stiffener or homemade solution
• Plastic wrap
• Rust proof pins
• Styrofoam ball (5-inch dia), cut in half
• Preferred work surface or CYBAR, the ultimate blocking board

Finishing Materials:
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• 1/3-yd (5/8” W) ribbon
• 1 Lg silk flower
• 2 sprays of silk flora
• Glue gun/glue

Finished Size: 14”dia
Gauge: 2 rows = ½”

Skill Level: Intermediate