This light and simple project is a quick make that you can complete in just an hour or two! After, you’ll make a statement when wearing this chic, timeless hat on the beach or around town. This hat is constructed using raffia yarn and a granny-style stitch, making for a simple, memorizable pattern without any hassle. As you plan your next warm-weather escape, don’t forget to pack this raffia bucket hat – it tops your look with stylish ease.

Time: 2 Hour Pattern

Skill Level: Easy

Size: Finished Circumference: 20’’ Finished Brim Length (without fringe): 5’’

Gauge: 8 stitches by 6 rounds = 4’’ in pattern

Medium weight yarnYarn: Universal Yarns Yashi (100% Raffia; 99 yards 90 meters/40 grams): 112 Pulp (MC, 1 ball), 108 Earthy (CC2, 1 ball if no fringe, 2 balls if fringe is added)

Universal Yarns Iro (100% Raffia; 124 yards 113 meters/50 grams): 202 Beach Umbrella (CC1, 1 ball)

Hook/Needles: US size K (6.5 mm) crochet hook

Notions: Darning Needle, Scissors, (Optional): Needle nose pliers, 18 gauge wire.