ABBREVIATIONS
CH chain
DC double crochet
DC2TOG double crochet 2 together (DC decrease)
FHDC foundation half double crochet
FLO front loop only
HDC half double crochet
HDCBLO half double crochet in back loop only
SLST slip stitch
SP space
ST stitch
STS stitches

MATERIALS
190-210 yards of worsted weight yarn
(e.g. I Love This Yarn; Lion Brand Heartland; ALC Yarns)
Size I9 / 5.5mm
Scissors

DIFFICULTY
Intermediate

Notes: Using a sizing chart or head measurements, you can adjust the pattern to fit any size you want:

• for the brim: continue your Rows until you reach the desired length.
• for the hat: continue repeating Rounds 5, 6 & 7 (in that order) until you reach about 1 inch from the desired height then start the decrease round.