SIZE: Small, Medium, Large Finished circumference 19½ (21½, 23) in. [50 (55, 58.5) cm] Note: Pattern is written for smallest size with changes for larger sizes in parentheses. When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes. To follow pattern more easily, circle all numbers pertaining to your size before beginning.
CORRECTIONS: (applied Oct 8, 2007)
Next Round: (Single crochet in each of next 9 (10, 11) 8 (9, 10) stitches, 2 single crochet in next stitch) 4 times - 40 (44, 48) stitches.
Work 1 (2, 2) rounds even. Next Round: (Single crochet in each of next 11 (12, 13) 9 (10, 11) stitches, 2 single crochet in next stitch) 4 times - 44 (48, 52) stitches.
Round 2: With B, (Single crochet in next stitch, 2 single crochet in next stitch) 3 times – 9 stitches.
NOTE: Continue to alternate colors A and B, working one round with each color.
The above is only a summary of corrections; the corrected pattern text is below (if free) or shipped upon completion of order (if purchased)
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Aaron's Hat Trick #3 Lion Brand®
Wool-Ease® Thick & Quick®
GAUGE:
9 single crochet = 4 in. [10 cm] BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.
NOTES:
Hat is worked in continuous rounds. Do not join at end of rounds. Carry unused color on WS of
work, do not end off.
HAT
With A, chain 2. Round 1: Work 6 single crochet in 2nd chain from hook, place marker for beginning of round – 6
stitches. Round 2: With B, (Single crochet in next stitch, 2 single crochet in next stitch) 3 times – 9 stitches.
NOTE: Continue to alternate colors A and B, working one round with each color. Round 3: (Single crochet in each of next 2 stitches, 2 single crochet in next stitch) 3 times
– 12 stitches. Round 4: (Single crochet in each of next 2 stitches, 2 single crochet in next stitch) 4 times
– 16 stitches. Round 5: (Single crochet in each of next 3 stitches, 2 single crochet in next stitch) 4 times
– 20 stitches. Round 6: (Single crochet in each of next 4 stitches, 2 single crochet in next stitch) 4 times
– 24 stitches.
Repeat Round 6, working one more single crochet between increases on each round, until there are 36
(40, 44) stitches.
Work 1 round even. Next Round: (Single crochet in each of next 8 (9, 10) stitches, 2 single crochet in next stitch) 4 times - 40 (44, 48) stitches.
Work 1 (2, 2) rounds even. Next Round: (Single crochet in each of next 9 (10, 11) stitches, 2 single crochet in next stitch) 4 times - 44 (48, 52) stitches.
Work 3 (4, 4) rounds even. Fasten off A, join B.
First Earflap (worked back and forth in rows)
With B, single crochet in each of next 7 (7, 9) stitches. Next Row: Chain 1, turn.Skip first stitch, single crochet in next 6 (6, 8)
stitches. Next Row: Chain 1, turn. Skip first stitch, single crochet to end of row.
Repeat last row until 1 stitch remains. Fasten off.
Second Earflap
Skip 5 (6, 8) stitches across back of Hat. In next stitch, join B with slip stitch.
Chain 1, single crochet in each of next 7 (7, 9) stitches.
Work second earflap same as first.
Edging
Join B with slip stitch close to front edge of 1 earflap. Single crochet evenly around earflap,
across back of Hat, around 2nd earflap, and across front of Hat.
Chain 1, turn.
Front Flap
With B, single crochet across front of Hat to 2nd earflap. Chain 1, turn. Repeat last row 9
times. Fasten off.
FINISHING
Sew corners of front flap to Hat. Ties
Cut 2 strands of B, each 12 in. [30.5 cm] long. Fold 1 strand in half. Use crochet hook to draw
fold through edge of earflap, forming a loop. Pull ends of strand through this loop. Knot ends of
strand together.
Repeat for 2nd earflap. Weave in ends.
Every effort has been made to have the knitting and
crochet instructions accurate and complete. We cannot be responsible for
variance of individual knitters and crocheters, human errors, or
typographical mistakes.
*Wool-Ease® Thick & Quick®
(Article #640) is the super bulky member of the Wool-Ease family. It has the feel, warmth and
softness of wool with the easy care of acrylic. It is packaged in 6 oz/170g, 106 yd/97m skeins.
Solids, Heathers, Twists: 80% acrylic, 20% wool; Wheat: 86% acrylic, 10% wool, 4% rayon
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