crocheted animal hats
15 PROJECTS TO KEEP YOU WARM AND TOASTY
contents deer 40 introduction 8 raccoon 32 the projects 10 frog 24 leopard 12 duck 76 sheep 48 zebra 68 parrot 60 husky 92 tiger 82 bear 100 pig 108 giraffe 114 owl 122 rabbit 132 lining your hat 140 basic techniques 146 about the author 158 acknowledgments 158 index 159 introduction This book contains a collection of 15 crocheted animal-hat patterns in both children’s and adults’ sizes. The designs range from the monochrome striped zebra to the vibrantly coloured parrot, and from woodland creatures to safari animals. At the back of the book () you will find instructions and tips on starting the projects as well as a guide to adding the finishing touches. There are two
options for lining the hats to make them even cosier – you can choose between sewing a soft fleece fabric lining or crocheting a lining. These animal hats are all crocheted in chunky yarn with the occasional feature such as the rabbit’s nose or the leopard’s spots – worked in DK. This book will provide you with an array of cheerful headwear to make as a fun gift or to keep your own head warm and snuggly on a wintry day. lining the projects leopard Keep warm in this wild-cat hat while making a fashion statement at the same time with the on-trend leopard print! This hat has generous earflaps to keep out the winter chill.
MATERIALS SIZES
King Cole Merino Blend Chunky, 100% superwash To fit: child, up to 20in (51cm) head circumference [adult, up to 22in (56cm) head circumference] wool (74yd/67m per 50g ball) 3[4] x 50g balls in 928 Old Gold (A) TENSION King Cole Merino Blend DK, 100% superwash wool 13 sts and 14 rows to 4in (10cm) over double crochet on 6mm hook. Use larger or smaller hook (123yd/112m per 50g ball) if necessary to obtain correct tension. 1[1] x 50g ball in 048 Black (B) King Cole Baby Alpaca DK, 100% pure baby alpaca (110yd/100m per 50g ball) 1[1] x 50g ball in 500 Camel (C) 3mm (UK11:US-), 5mm (UK6:USH/8) and 6mm
(UK4:USJ/10) crochet hooks 2 x brown �[]in (2[2.25]cm) diameter buttons 2 x black �[]in (1.25[1.5]cm) diameter buttons Darning needle Sewing needle Black sewing thread Small amount of toy stuffing Thin card to make pompoms crocheted animal hats METHOD Round 7 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Round 9 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as The main part of the hat is crocheted a st), (dc2inc, 5 dc) 6 times, sl st into first a st), (dc2inc, 7 dc) 6 times, sl st into first in rounds, starting from the top and dc (42 sts). dc (54 sts). increasing the stitches to shape the Round 8 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Round 10 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as
crown. The earflaps are crocheted in rows a st), (dc2inc, 6 dc) 6 times, sl st into first a st), (dc2inc, 8 dc) 6 times, sl st into first and decreased to form the triangular dc (48 sts). dc (60 sts). shape. The leopard’s ears are worked in rounds. They are lightly stuffed Main piece and attached to the hat along with a Earflaps and edging crocheted nose and leopard spots. The Child size number of spots can be increased to create a denser pattern, if preferred. Buttons are stitched on for eyes. MAIN PIECE Second earflap us round Next Both sizes (rejoin yarn) vio Starting at the top of the hat, with 6mm First earflap
hook and A, make 4 ch and sl st to first ch RONT Pre BACK Next to form a ring. Round 1: 1 ch (does not count as Edging a st), work 6 dc into ring, sl st into first (rejoin yarn) dc (6 sts). Round 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as F a st), (dc2inc) 6 times, sl st into first dc (12 sts). KEY Next Round 3 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2inc, 1 dc) 6 times, sl st into first chain (ch) dc (18 sts). Round 4 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as slip stitch (sl st) a st), (dc2inc, 2 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc (24 sts). double crochet (dc) Round 5 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2inc, 3 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc2inc
dc (30 sts). Round 6 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2inc, 4 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc (36 sts). dc2dec Adult size only Main piece RONT Pre Round 11 (inc): 1 ch (does not count Rep last rouFollow rounds 11-13 nd as a st), (dc2inc, 9 dc) 6 times, sl st into of chart for adult first dc (66 sts). size only Both sizes Next Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work 1 dc in each dc, sl st into first dc. Rep last round 16 [18] times more. Second earflap us round First earflap (rejoin yarn) vio Next BACK Edging (rejoin yarn) F Main piece Earflaps and edging Adult size First earflap Both sizes Second earflap
Next: Starting at the centre back, 1 ch Next: Work 1 dc in next 13 dc, turn. Next: With right side facing, rejoin A to (does not count as a st), work 1 dc in Next (dec): *1 ch (does not count as the front of the hat. Work 1 dc in each of next 5[6] dc. a st), dc2dec, 1 dc in next 9 dc, dc2dec, the 24 dc across the front of the hat. The following is worked in rows: turn (11 sts). The following is worked in rows: Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work Adult size only 1 dc in each dc, turn. Adult size only Row 1 (RS): Work 1 dc in next 15 dc, turn. Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st), Row 1 (RS): Work 1 dc in next 15 dc, turn.
Row 2 (WS) (dec): 1 ch (does not count dc2dec, 1 dc in next 7 dc, dc2dec, turn Row 2 (WS) (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st), dc2dec, 1 dc in next 11 dc, (9 sts). as a st), dc2dec, 1 dc in next 11 dc, dc2dec, turn, 1 ch (does not count as a st). Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work dc2dec, turn, 1 ch (does not count as a st). 1 dc in each dc, turn. Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as Both sizes a st), dc2dec, 1 dc in next 5 dc, dc2dec, Next: Work 1 dc in next 13 dc, turn. turn (7 sts). Next: Work from * to * of first earflap. Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work Fasten off. Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st),
dc2dec, 1 dc in next 3 dc, dc2dec, turn (5 sts). dc2dec, 1 dc in next 1 dc, dc2dec, turn (3 sts).* Fasten off. EARFLAP FACINGS (MAKE 2) Adult size only Edging Omit if you plan to add a crocheted lining. Row 2 (dec): 1 ch (does not count as Using 5mm hook and A, with right side a st), dc2dec, 1 dc in next 11 dc, dc2dec, of work facing and starting at row 1 of Both sizes turn (13 sts). the earflap facing, work 1 dc into each Using 6mm hook and A, make 14[16] ch. Row 3: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work stitch down the edge of the next 10[12] Row 1 (RS): Work 1 dc in second ch from 1 dc in each dc, turn. rows, work dc2inc, 1 dc, dc2inc in the next
hook, 1 dc into the next 12[14] ch, turn 3 dc along the lower edge of the earflap (13[15] sts). Both sizes facing, work 1 dc into each stitch at the Next: Work from * to * of the first earflap edge of the next 10[12] rows up the in the main piece pattern. other side of the earflap facing (25[29] Fasten off. sts). Fasten off, leaving a long length of yarn at the end. Child size Start Edging – work into earflap of main hat at same time to join Facing edging EARS (MAKE 2) Child size Both sizes Starting at the top of the ear, with 6mm hook and A, make 4 ch and sl st to first ch Round 1: 1 ch (does not count as a st),
work 5 dc into ring, sl st into first dc Round 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2inc) 5 times, sl st into first dc (10 sts). a st), (dc2inc, 1 dc) 5 times, sl st into first dc (15 sts). Round 4 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2inc, 2 dc) 5 times, sl st into first dc (20 sts). Adult size only Adult size Next (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), Follow child’s chart (dc2inc, 4 dc) 4 times, sl st into first dc to end of round 4 (24 sts). Both sizes Round 4 Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work Next 1 dc in each dc, sl st into first dc. Rep last round 4[6] more times. Fasten off, leaving a long length of yarn
at the end. NOSE Adult size only Both sizes Next (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), With 3mm hook and B, make 4 ch and sl st (dc2inc) 6 times, sl st into first dc (12 sts). to first ch to form a ring. Next round: 1 ch (does not count as a st), Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work work 1 dc in each dc, sl st to first dc. 6 dc into ring, sl st into first dc (6 sts). Next round: Rep last round. Next round (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Child size only a st), (dc2inc) 12 times, sl st into first dc Next round: 1 ch (does not count as a st), (24 sts). work 1 dc in each dc, sl st to first dc. Next round: 1 ch (does not count as a
Next round (inc): 1 ch (does not count st), (dc2inc, 2 dc) 8 times, sl st into first dc as a st), (dc2inc) 6 times, sl st into first dc (32 sts). (12 sts). Next round (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Both sizes a st), (dc2inc) 12 times, sl st into first dc Fasten off, leaving a long length of yarn (24 sts). at the end. SPOTS Medium (make 6[6]) Large (make 0[6]) Tiny (make 10[10]) With 3mm hook and C, make 4 ch and sl st With 3mm hook and C, make 4 ch and sl st With 3mm hook and C, make 4 ch and sl st to first ch to form a ring. to first ch to form a ring. to first ch to form a ring. Round 1: 1 ch (does not count as a st), Round 1: 1 ch (does not count as a st),
Round 1: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work 5 dc into ring, sl st into first dc work 6 dc into ring, sl st into first dc work 5 dc into ring, sl st into first dc (5 sts). (6 sts). (5 sts). Round 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Round 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Join in yarn B. a st), (dc2inc) 5 times, sl st into first dc a st), (dc2inc) 6 times, sl st into first dc Round 2 (inc): With B, make 1 ch (does (10 sts). (12 sts). not count as a st), (dc2inc) 5 times Round 3 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a Join in yarn B. (10 sts). st), (dc2inc, 1dc) twice, join and continue Round 3 (inc): With B, make 1 ch (does
Fasten off, leaving a long length of B at in yarn B, (dc2inc, 1dc) 3 times, sl st into not count as a st), (dc2inc, 1dc) 6 times, the end. first dc (15 sts). turn (18 sts). Round 4 (inc): With B, 1 ch (does not Next: With B, miss first dc, 1 dc in next Small (make 10[6]) count as a st), (dc2inc, 2dc) 4 times, sl 2 dc, (dc2inc, 2dc) 3 times, sl st to next dc. With 3mm hook and C, make 4 ch and sl st st to next dc. Fasten off, leaving a long Fasten off, leaving a long length of B at to first ch to form a ring. length of B at the end. the end. Row 1: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work 6 dc into ring, turn (6 sts). Small Large
Row 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2inc) 3 times, join and continue in yarn Tu B, (dc2inc) 3 times, turn (12 sts). Row 3 (inc): With B, 1 ch (does not count rn as a st), (dc2inc, 1dc) 6 times (18 sts). Fasten off, leaving a long length of B at the end. Tiny Medium MAKING UP Using a darning or tapestry needle and Finishing touches Edging the long length of A left after fastening If making a crocheted lining, attach the With right side of work facing, using 5mm off, slip stitch the top edge of the earflap twisted cords to the hat after inserting hook and A, rejoin yarn to the back of the facings to the inside of the main piece. the lining. Weave in all the yarn ends. Make
hat by the second earflap. two twisted cords (see ) using A, Next: Work 1 dc in each of the 10[12] dc Ears each measuring 8[12]in (20[30]cm) long, across the back of the hat, work 1 dc into Stuff the ears lightly, keeping a flattened using 6[8] strands of yarn. Make two each stitch down the edge of the next shape. With the long length of yarn left, 2[2]in (5[6]cm) pompoms (see page 9[11] rows of the first earflap, **working sew the stitches from each side of the 155) in A and attach each to one end of in the next 3 dc along the lower edge last round together to join, forming a the twisted cord, then stitch the other end
of the earflap, dc2inc, 1 dc, dc2inc, work straight edge. Bring each corner at the of the cord to the tip of the earflap. 1 dc into each stitch at the edge of the lower edge to the middle to shape next 9[11] rows up the other side of the the ear and stitch together. Sew in place LINING earflap**, work 1 dc into each of the next to each side of the head, stitching all See pages 142-5 for how to make and 24 dc across the front of the hat, work around the lower edges to prevent them attach a cosy fleece or crocheted lining. 1 dc into each stitch down the edge from flopping over. of the next 9[11] rows of the second
earflap, rep from ** to ** to finish the Nose edging on the second earflap, sl st to first Flatten the nose and sew the 12[16] dc (80[90] sts). stitches from each side of the top edge If making a crocheted lining, fasten off together. With the stitched edge at the and miss out the next round of edging. top, sew the nose to centre front of hat, Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work around in (1.5cm) from the lower edge. 1 dc in each of the 10[12] dc across the back of the hat, ***with wrong sides Eyes and spots together, working into the stitches of Place the small black buttons over the the earflap and earflap facing at the larger brown buttons and sew in place
same time to join, miss the first dc of the for the eyes. Position the spots over the earflap facing and work 1 dc into each front and back of the hat. They can be of the next 10[12] dc, dc2inc, 1 dc into used with either side facing up so you can next dc, dc2inc, 1 dc into each of the next create a symmetrical leopard print pattern 10[12] dc, miss the last dc of the earflap with them or scatter them randomly. facing***, work 1 dc into each of the next Stitch them in place using the long length 24 dc across the front of the hat, rep of yarn left at the end. from *** to *** to finish the edging on the
second earflap (84[94] sts). Sl st to next st and fasten off. frog This beanie-style hat features a turned-back brim in a ribbed-effect pattern, and is topped by a huge pair of bulbous eyes. It’s the perfect hat if you want to stand out from the crowd! Hayfield Baby Chunky, 70% acrylic, 30% nylon To fit: child, up to 20in (51cm) head circumference (170yd/155m per 100g ball) 2[2] x 100g balls in 405 Applebob (A) TENSION 1[1] x 100g ball in 400 White (B) 13 sts and 14 rows to 4in (10cm) over double 5.5mm (UK5:USI/9) crochet hook crochet on 5.5mm hook. Use larger or smaller hook 2 x black �[]in (2[2.25]cm) diameter buttons if necessary to obtain correct tension.
for the eyes 2 x black �in (1.25cm) diameter buttons for the nostrils Black thread METHOD RIB Join short edges This pattern starts with the brim, which Both sizes Next: With the short edges together, is worked in rows of double crochet, Starting at the side of the rib, with 5.5mm make 1 ch, sl st into the back loop of the inserting the hook into the back loop only hook and A, make 16[18] ch. first dc and the reverse side of the first of each stitch to produce the rib effect. Row 1: Work 1 dc in second ch from chain stitch at the same time to join. The short edges are joined to form a hook, 1 dc into the next 14[16] ch, turn Continue working a sl st into both stitches
ring, and the piece is turned on its side to (15[17] sts). at the same time to the end of the row to finish the band of ribbing. The main part Row 2: 1 ch (does not count as a st), join the seam. This will create a ridge at of the hat is in rounds of double crochet, work 1 dc into the back loop only of each the centre back of the hat, which will form with the first round of stitches worked dc, turn. part of the rib when the brim is turned up. evenly around the edge of the ribbing. The last row forms the rib pattern. Rep Turn the work to continue. The shaping of the crown is formed by row 2 until work measures 18[20]in
decreasing the stitches. The eyes are in (46[51]cm), turn. rounds of double crochet and are stitched to the top of the hat. The brim is turned Rep last row until work up and buttons are sewn in place to finish measures 18[20]in (46[51]cm) the eyes and nostrils. KEY Child size chain (ch) Adult size slip stitch (sl st) double crochet (dc) dc2inc double crochet into back loop only slip stitch into back loop of double crochet and chain at the same time to join Foundation chain Join short edges Last row of rib The following is worked in rounds: Crown Crown Adult size Round 1 (RS): 1 ch (does not count as
a st), work 60[66] dc evenly around the edge of the ribbed brim, sl st to the first dc (60[66] sts). Rib round 2 Rep Round 2: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work 1 dc in each dc, sl st to first dc. Next: Rep the last round 9[12] more times. Crown Rib round 2 Child size RibRep Rib Shape crown Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st), Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st), Adult size only (dc2dec, 5 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc (dc2dec, 2 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (36 sts). (18 sts). (dc2dec, 9 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st), Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st),
(60 sts). (dc2dec, 4 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc (dc2dec, 1 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc Both sizes (30 sts). (12 sts). Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st), Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st), Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2dec, 8 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc (dc2dec, 3 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc (dc2dec) 6 times, sl st into first dc (6 sts). (54 sts). (24 sts). Fasten off and weave in the end. (dc2dec, 7 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc (48 sts). (dc2dec, 6 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc (42 sts). Shape crown Child size – work from 2nd round of chart to end
Adult size – work from 1st round of chart to end Start EYEBALLS (MAKE 2) Both sizes Both sizes Both sizes Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st), Starting at the centre of the front of the 1 dc in each dc, sl st to first dc. (dc2dec, 2 dc) 5 times, sl st into first dc eyeball, with 5.5mm hook and B, make Rep last round twice more.* (15 sts). 4 ch and sl st to first ch to form a ring. Adult size only Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st), *Round 1: 1 ch (does not count as Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2dec, 1 dc) 5 times, sl st into first dc
a st), work 5 dc into ring, sl st into first (dc2dec, 3 dc) 5 times, sl st into first dc (10 sts). dc (5 sts). (20 sts). Fasten off, leaving a long length of yarn Round 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as at the end. a st), (dc2inc) 5 times, sl st into first dc Eyeballs (10 sts). Adult size – follow chart to end Round 3 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Child size – follow chart to end a st), (dc2inc, 1 dc) 5 times, sl st into first of round 4 Adult size only Next (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2inc, 3 dc) 5 times, sl st into first dc (25 sts). Adult Child Round 6 to end Round 5 to end EYE SOCKETS (MAKE 2) Child
Starting at the centre of the back of the Round 5 to end eye socket, with 5.5mm hook and A, make 4 ch and sl st to first ch to form a ring. Adult Work from * to * of the eyeball. Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work Round 6 to end 1 dc into the back loop only of each dc, sl st to first dc.
MAKING UP
Eyes Stuff the eyeballs, weave the remaining length of yarn through the last round of stitches and draw up tight before fastening off. Slip the eyeball inside the eye socket and use the long length of yarn left at the end of the socket to sew it in place. Attach the eyes to the top of the hat. Sew the large black buttons to the centre of the eyeballs. Finishing touches Weave in all the ends. Sew the small buttons in place on the front of the hat for the nostrils. See pages 142-5 for how to make and attach a cosy fleece or crocheted lining. raccoon Crocheted in dark grey yarn, the face and mask-like
features of the raccoon are worked in cream and black. The striped cords have the characteristics of the raccoon’s ringed tail. Wendy Mode Chunky, 50% wool, 50% acrylic To fit: child, up to 20in (51cm) head circumference (153yd/140m per 100g ball) 2[2] x 100g balls in 244 Nightfall (A) TENSION 1[1] x 100g ball in 202 Vanilla (B) 13 sts and 14 rows to 4in (10cm) over double 1[1] x 100g ball in 220 Coal (C) crochet on 5.5mm hook. Use larger or smaller hook 4.5mm (UK7:US7) and 5.5mm (UK5:USI/9) crochet if necessary to obtain correct tension. hooks METHOD FA C E Row 6 (inc): With C, make 1 ch (does
The main part of the hat is crocheted in Both sizes not count as a st), (dc2inc, 3 dc) twice, one colour. The facial features are made With 5.5mm hook and B, make 2 ch. turn (10 sts). in two curved sections worked in rows Row 1: Work 2[3] dc into second ch from Row 7 (inc): With C, make 1 ch (does of double crochet that are shaped by hook, turn (2[3] sts). not count as a st), (dc2inc, 4 dc) twice, increasing the stitches. The two pieces Child size only turn (12 sts). are joined using the main colour yarn and Row 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Row 8 (inc): With C, make 1 ch (does attached to the front of the hat. The ears a st), (dc2inc) twice, turn (4 sts). not count as a st), (dc2inc, 5 dc) twice,
are also made in two pieces and joined Row 3 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as turn (14 sts). with a crocheted edging in a contrast a st), (dc2inc, 1 dc) twice, turn (6 sts). Change to B. colour. The button-shaped nose is worked Row 4 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Row 9 (inc): With B, make 1 ch (does not in rounds. The twisted cords are made in a st), (dc2inc, 2 dc) twice, turn (8 sts). count as a st), (dc2inc, 6 dc) twice, turn two colours to produce the stripes, and Join in C. (16 sts). the hat is finished with buttons for eyes Row 5: With C, make 1 ch (does not count Row 10: With B, make 1 ch (does not
and big pompoms. as a st), work 1 dc into each dc, turn. count as a st), work 1 dc into each dc, turn.
MAIN PIECE KEY
Both sizes chain (ch) Starting at the top of the hat, with 5.5mm slip stitch (sl st) hook and A, follow the pattern for the double crochet (dc) leopard hat main piece on . dc2inc EARFLAP FACINGS (MAKE 2) Face Omit if you plan to add a crocheted lining. Child size With 5.5mm hook and A, follow the Edging earflap facing pattern as for the leopard hat on . Edging With 4.5mm hook and A, follow edging pattern for the earflap facing on . Start face Join pieces 34 Work into each dc of both pieces at the same time to join Face corner of the curve, work 1 dc into each Adult size of the 12[13] dc down the straight edges
of both pieces at the same time to join. Edging EARS (MAKE 2) Start face Join With 5.5mm hook and A, make 2 ch. pieces Row 1: Work 3 dc into second ch from Adult size only hook, turn (3 sts). Row 2: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work Work into each dc of both Row 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), 1 dc into each dc, turn. pieces at the same time to join dc2inc, 1 dc, dc2inc, turn (5 sts). Row 3 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), Row 3 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as (dc2inc) 3 times, turn (6 sts). Row 11 (inc): With B, make 1 ch (does a st), dc2inc, 1 dc in next 3 dc, dc2inc, Row 4 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), not count as a st), (dc2inc, 5 dc) 3 times, turn (7 sts).
(dc2inc, 1 dc) 3 times, turn (9 sts). turn (21 sts). Row 4 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Join in C. a st), dc2inc, 1 dc in next 5 dc, dc2inc, Row 5 (inc): With C, make 1 ch (does not Both sizes turn (9 sts). count as a st), (dc2inc, 2 dc) 3 times, turn Edging Row 5 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as (12 sts). Join in A. a st), dc2inc, 1 dc in next 7 dc, dc2inc, Rows 6-7: With C, make 1 ch (does Next (RS): With A, make 1 ch (does not turn (11 sts). not count as a st), work 1 dc into each count as a st), work 1 dc in each of the Row 6 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as dc, turn. 16[21] dc, do not turn. Work 10[11] a st), dc2inc, 1 dc in next 9 dc, dc2inc,
Row 8 (inc): With C, make 1 ch (does not dc evenly down the edge of the piece, turn (13 sts). count as a st), (dc2inc, 3 dc) 3 times, turn work 3 dc into the chain at the end, work Adult size only (15 sts). 10[11] dc evenly up the edge of the Next (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), Row 9: With C, make 1 ch (does not count other side, sl st into the first dc dc2inc, 1 dc in next 11 dc, dc2inc, turn as a st), work 1 dc into each dc, turn. (39[46] sts). (15 sts). Change to B. Fasten off. Next (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), Row 10 (inc): With B, make 1 ch (does Make one more to match the first. dc2inc, 1 dc in next 13 dc, dc2inc, turn
not count as a st), (dc2inc, 4 dc) 3 times, Join pieces (17 sts). turn (18 sts). Place the right sides together, matching Both sizes the curved and straight edges. With Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work 5.5mm hook, rejoin A and, starting at the 1 dc in each dc, turn. Rep last row once more. Do not fasten off. Edging Join ear pieces NOSE Next (RS): Make 1 ch, work 1 dc into Place the two ear pieces together with Both sizes each stitch up the edge of the next 8[10] the wrong sides together. With 5.5mm With 4.5mm hook and C, make 4 ch and rows, work 3 dc into the ch at the tip of hook and B, working into the stitches sl st to first ch to form a ring.
the ear, 1 dc into each stitch down the of the inner and outer ear pieces at the Round 1: 1 ch (does not count as a st), edge of the next 8[10] rows. same time to join, make 1 ch, work 1 dc work 5[6] dc into ring, sl st into first dc Fasten off, leaving a long length of yarn into each of the next 9[11] dc, dc2inc, (5[6] sts). at the end. 1 dc into each of the next 9[11] dc. Fasten Round 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Make one more ear piece to match the first. off, leaving a length of yarn at the end. a st), (dc2inc) 5[6] times, sl st into first dc (10[12] sts). Ear Edging Rounds 3-4: 1 ch (does not count as a
Child size st), work 1 dc into each dc, sl st to first dc. Join ear pieces – work into each dc of both at the end. pieces at the same time to join Start ear Nose Ear Adult size Edging Join ear pieces – work into each dc of Nose both pieces at the same time to join Adult size Start ear 37 MAKING UP Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work Ears Edging 1 dc in each of the 10[12] dc across the Push a thin layer of stuffing into the With right side of work facing, using back of the hat, ***with wrong sides ears. With the length of yarn left after 4.5mm hook and A, rejoin yarn to the back together, working into the stitches of fastening off the edging, sew the lower
of the hat by the second earflap. the earflap and earflap facing at the edges of the inner and outer pieces Next: Work 1 dc in each of the 10[12] dc same time to join, miss the first dc of the together. Bring the two corners of each across the back of the hat, work 1 dc into earflap facing and work 1 dc into each side from the lower edge of the ear to each stitch down the edge of the next of the next 10[12] dc, dc2inc, 1 dc into the middle to shape and stitch to hold 9[11] rows of the first earflap, ** in the next dc, dc2inc, 1 dc into each of the next in place, using the length of yarn B that next 3 dc along the lower edge of the 10[12] dc, miss the last dc of the earflap was left after fastening off. Sew the ears
earflap work dc2inc, 1 dc, dc2inc; work facing***, work 1 dc into each of the to the main section of the hat, stitching 1 dc into each stitch at the edge of the next 24 dc across the front of the hat, all around the lower edges to keep them next 9[11] rows up the other side of the rep from *** to *** to finish the edging to securely in place. earflap**. Do not fasten off. join the second earflap and earflap facing Join face (84[94] sts). Finishing touches Child size only Sl st to next st and fasten off. If making a crocheted lining, attach the Work 1 dc in next dc. Using a darning or tapestry needle twisted cords to the hat after inserting
Both sizes and the long length of yarn left after the lining. Weave in all the yarn ends. With the wrong side of the face to the fastening off, slip stitch the top edge Place the small black buttons over the right side of the front of the hat and the of the earflap facings to the inside of larger brown buttons and sew in place for lower edges aligned, work 1 dc in each the main piece. the eyes. Make two 8[12]in (20[30]cm)- of the next 22[24] dc of both the face long striped twisted cords (see ) edging and the front of the hat at the Nose using 3[4] strands each of yarn B and same time to join. Weave the length of yarn left after C. Make two 2[2]in (5[6]cm) pompoms
Child size only fastening off the nose through the last (see ) in A and attach each to Work 1 dc in next dc. round of stitches. Pull the yarn to gather one end of the twisted cord, then stitch Both sizes the opening and stitch securely. This will the other end of the cord to the tip Work 1 dc into each stitch down the edge produce a flattened, round button-shaped of the earflap. of the next 9[11] rows of the second nose. Sew the nose in place, just above earflap, rep from ** to ** to finish the the edging. LINING edging on the second earflap, sl st to first See pages 142-5 for how to make and dc (80[90] sts). attach a cosy fleece or crocheted lining.
If making a crocheted lining, fasten off and miss out the next round of edging. deer Here is the perfect accessory to keep you warm on a breezy walk in the forest. Topped with a pair of antlers, this doe-eyed woodland creature is crocheted in a lightweight yarn. King Cole Magnum Lightweight Chunky 25% wool, To fit: child, up to 20in (51cm) head circumference 75% acrylic (120yd/110m per 100g ball) 2[2] x 100g balls in 366 Brown (A) TENSION 1[2] x 100g ball in 316 Pebble (B) 13 sts and 14 rows to 4in (10cm) over double 1[1] x 100g ball in 187 Charcoal (C) crochet on 5.5mm hook. Use larger or smaller hook
2 x dark brown �[]in (2[2.25]cm) diameter buttons Thin card to make tassels
METHOD MAIN PIECE EARS (MAKE 2)
The main piece is crocheted in rounds Both sizes Both sizes of double crochet with the earflaps Starting at the top of the hat, with 5.5mm With 5.5mm hook and A, make 2 ch. worked in rows. The ears are made in hook and A, follow the pattern for the Work rows 1-10 of the rabbit ears pattern two pieces each, crocheted in rows and leopard hat main piece on . on . stitched together before attaching to the Adult size only hat. Unlike the ears in most of the other Earflap facings (make 2) Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work projects, they are not stuffed at all. The Omit if you plan to add a crocheted lining. 1 dc in each dc, turn.
antlers, muzzle and nose are crocheted on Both sizes Next (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), a smaller hook to produce a tighter stitch With 5.5mm hook and B, follow the dc2inc, 1 dc in next 11 dc, dc2inc, turn and denser fabric. The antlers and muzzle earflap facing pattern as for the leopard (15 sts). are stuffed, and the hat is finished off hat on . Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work with button eyes stitched over crocheted Edging 1 dc in each dc, turn. patches, and large tassels hanging from With 4.5mm hook and B, follow edging Next (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), twisted cords. pattern for the earflap facing on . dc2inc, 1 dc in next 13 dc, dc2inc, turn
(17 sts). Rep last row 3 more times. INNER EARS (MAKE 2) ANTLERS (MAKE 2) Shape top of antler Both sizes Both sizes Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), With 5.5mm hook and B, make 2 ch. With 4.5mm hook and B, make 15 ch and dc2dec, work 1 dc in next dc, (dc2inc) Work rows 1-10 of the rabbit inner ears sl st to first ch to form a ring. twice, work 1 dc in next dc, dc2dec, sl st pattern on . Round 1: 1 ch (does not count as a st), into first dc. Adult size only work 18 dc into ring, sl st into first dc Next: Rep last round 2 more times. Next (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (18 sts). Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st),
dc2inc, 1 dc in next 7 dc, dc2inc, turn Round 2 (dec): 1 ch (does not count as dc2dec, work 1 dc in next 4 dc, dc2dec, sl (11 sts). a st), (dc2dec, 4 dc) 3 times, sl st into first st into first dc (6 sts). Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work dc (15 sts). Break yarn and weave through the last 1 dc in each dc, turn. Round 3 (dec): 1 ch (does not count as round of stitches, draw up to gather and Rep last row once. a st), (dc2dec, 3 dc) 3 times, sl st into first fasten off. Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), dc (12 sts). Finish first and second points dc2inc, 1 dc in next 9 dc, dc2inc, turn Round 4: 1 ch (does not count as a st), Rejoin yarn to remaining round of 6 sts
(13 sts). work 1 dc in each dc, sl st into first dc. after dividing for the second point. Both sizes Next: Rep last round 2[4] more times. *Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work Divide for first point work 1 dc in each dc, sl st into first dc. 1 dc in each dc, turn. Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), Rep last round 3[4] more times. Break Rep last row 3 more times. (dc2inc) 3 times, miss 6 dc, (dc2inc) 3 yarn and weave through the last round Fasten off, leaving a long length of yarn times, sl st into first dc. of stitches, draw up to gather and at the end. Continue on these 12 sts. fasten off.*
Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work Rejoin yarn to the 6 sts remaining for the 1 dc in each dc, sl st into first dc. first point. Rep from * to *. Next: Rep last round 1[2] more times. Divide for second point dc2inc, work 1 dc in next 2 dc, miss next 6 dc, dc2inc, work 1 dc in next 2 dc, sl st into first dc. Continue on these 8 sts. Next: Rep last round 3[4] more times. [4] times Antlers Divide for first point [2] times t round 2 Both sizes und 1 Rep las Previous last ro round Rep Start Finish first and Rep las second points t roun d 3[4] ti mes Both sizes times Previous Divide for second point 3[4] ro u n d
ound last r Previous Start Shape top of antler round KEY revious chain (ch) roun slip stitch (sl st) P double crochet (dc) d EYE PATCHES (MAKE 2) MUZZLE Child size only Both sizes Both sizes Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work Starting at the centre of the patch, with With 4.5mm hook and B, make 4 ch and 1 dc in each dc, sl st into first dc. 4.5mm hook and B, make 4 ch and sl st to sl st to first ch to form a ring. Both sizes first ch to form a ring. Round 1: 1 ch (does not count as Next (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), Round 1: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work 6 dc into ring, sl st into first (dc2inc, 2 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc
a st), work 8 dc into ring, sl st into first dc (6 sts). (24 sts). dc (8 sts). Round 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work Round 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2inc) 6 times, sl st into first dc 1 dc in each dc, sl st into first dc. a st), (dc2inc) 8 times, sl st into first dc (12 sts). Adult size only (16 sts). Round 3 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Next (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), Fasten off, leaving a long length of yarn. a st), (dc2inc, 1 dc) 6 times, sl st into first (dc2inc, 3 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc dc (18 sts). (30 sts).
Muzzle Eye patches Nose NOSE MAKING UP Antlers and ears Both sizes Edging With RS together sew the inner to the With 4.5mm hook and C, make 5 ch. With right side of work facing, using outer ear, leaving lower edge open. Turn Round 1: 1 dc into second ch from hook, 4.5mm hook and B, rejoin yarn to the RS out, positioning the inner ear so it sits 1 dc in next 2 ch, 2 dc in end ch, 1 dc back of the hat by the second earflap centrally with a slight overlap each side down reverse side of ch, sl st into first dc and follow the edging pattern as for the of the larger outer piece. Join the lower (8 sts). leopard hat on . edges. Bring the two corners of each side
Round 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as from the lower edge of the ear to the a st), (dc2inc, 2 dc, dc2inc) twice, sl st into Muzzle and nose middle to shape. Stitch to hold in place. first dc (12 sts). Use the long length of yarn left after Attach to the main section of the hat, Adult size only fastening off to stitch the muzzle to the sewing all around the lower edge to keep Round 3 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as front of the hat, positioning it just above them securely in place. Stuff the antlers a st), (dc2inc, 4 dc, dc2inc) twice, sl st into the edging, leaving a small opening. Push firmly, using a pencil or knitting needle to
first dc (16 sts). some stuffing into the opening to shape push the stuffing right into the ends. Sew Fasten off, leaving a long length of yarn the muzzle before stitching it down. to the top of the hat, in between the ears, at the end. Sew the nose in place, horizontally, stitching all around the lower edges. just above the centre of the muzzle. Muzzle If making a crocheted lining, attach the Adult size twisted cords to the hat after inserting the lining. Sew the patches to the hat, just Nose above the muzzle with the wrong sides Adult size facing up. Place the small black buttons over the larger brown buttons and sew
in place over the patches for the eyes. Weave in all the yarn ends. Make two twisted cords (see ) using A, each measuring 8[12]in (20[30]cm) long, using 6[8] strands of yarn. Make two tassels (see ) measuring 4[5]in (10[13] cm) long in C, and attach each to one end of the twisted cord. Stitch the other end of the cord to the tip of the earflap. sheep A bobble pattern forms the coat of this woolly chap. Make a whole flock for all the family or swap the black yarn for more of the cream to create a different breed of sheep. 4[4] x 50g balls in 919 Cream (A) TENSION 2[2] x 50g balls in 913 Black (B) 13 sts and 14 rows to 4in (10cm) over double
5mm (UK6:USH/8) and 6mm (UK4:USJ/10) crochet crochet on 6mm hook. 13 sts and 11 rows to 4 in (10cm) over pattern on hooks 6mm hook. 2 x white �[]in (2[2.25]cm) diameter buttons Use larger or smaller hook if necessary to obtain 2 x black �[]in (1.25[1.5]cm) diameter buttons correct tension. Sewing needle SPECIAL ABBREVIATION Black thread Make bobble (mb) Thin card to make pompoms The bobble pattern appears on the reverse side of the hat as you crochet. Yarn round hook, insert hook into next st, catch yarn and draw back through stitch (3 loops on hook), catch yarn again and draw through 2 loops (2 loops on hook), *yrh, insert hook into same
st, catch yarn and draw back through stitch (4 loops on hook), catch yarn and draw through 2 loops* (3 loops on hook), repeat from * to * 2 more times (5 loops on hook), yrh, draw through all 5 loops. METHOD MAIN PIECE Round 3 (inc): 1 ch (does not count The hat is started from the top of the Both sizes as a st), (dc2inc) 12 times, sl st into first crown and worked in rounds. The pattern Starting at the top of the hat, with 6mm dc (24 sts). is formed on the reverse side of the hook and A, make 4 ch and sl st to first ch Round 4: 1 ch (does not count as a st), hat, so the wrong side of the work will to form a ring. 1 dc in first dc, mb in next dc, (1 dc, mb)
be facing you when the bobbles are Round 1: 1 ch (does not count as 11 times, sl st into first dc (12 dc and crocheted. The shaping of the face a st), work 6 dc into ring, sl st into first 12 bobbles). is crocheted in rows with individual balls dc (6 sts). Round 5 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as of yarn joined in to work each section of Round 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count a st), (dc2inc, 1 dc) 12 times, sl st into first colour separately. The ears are worked as a st), 1 dc in first dc, mb in the same dc (36 sts). in rounds of double crochet and are dc, (1 dc in next dc, mb in the same dc) Round 6: 1 ch (does not count as a st),
not stuffed, but are stitched into shape 5 times, sl st into first dc (12 sts/6 dc 1 dc in first dc, mb in next dc, (1 dc, mb) before attaching to the hat. Button eyes and 6 bobbles). 17 times, sl st into first dc (18 dc and and an embroidered nose finish the look 18 bobbles). along with twisted cords and pompoms. Follow chart to end of round 10
KEY
chain (ch) bobble (mb) Yarn A Yarn B Round 7 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Shape face Row 6: With A, make 1 ch (does not count a st), (dc2inc, 2 dc) 12 times, sl st into first Both sizes as a st), work 1 dc in next 19[21] dc, with dc (48 sts). Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work B, work 1 dc in next 22[24] dc, with A, Round 8: 1 ch (does not count as a st), 1 dc in each dc, sl st into first dc. work 1 dc in next 19[21] dc, turn. 1 dc in first dc, mb in next dc, (1 dc, mb) The following is worked in rows: Row 7: With A, make 1 ch (does not count 23 times, sl st into first dc (24 dc and Row 1: 1 ch (does not count as a st), 1 dc as a st), (1 dc, mb) 9[10] times, with B,
24 bobbles). in first dc, mb in next dc, (1 dc, mb) 11[12] work 1 dc in next 24[26] dc, with A, work Round 9 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as times, join in yarn B and work 1 dc in next (mb, 1dc) 9[10] times, turn. a st), (dc2inc, 3 dc) 12 times, sl st into first 12[14] dc, join in a new ball of A here and Row 8: With A, make 1 ch (does not count dc (60 sts). work (mb, 1dc) 12[13] times, turn. as a st), work 1 dc in next 18[20] dc, with Round 10: 1 ch (does not count as Row 2: With A, make 1 ch (does not count B, work 1 dc in next 24[26] dc, with A, a st), 1 dc in first dc, mb in next dc, (1 dc, as a st), work 1 dc in next 23[25] dc, with work 1 dc in next 18[20] dc, turn.
mb) 29 times, sl st into first dc (30 dc and B, work 1 dc in next 14[16] dc, with A, Row 9: As row 7. 30 bobbles). work 1 dc in next 23[25] dc, turn. Row 10: As row 8. Adult size only Row 3: With A, make 1 ch (does not count Continue in yarn A. Next (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), as a st), (1 dc, mb) 11[12] times, with B, (dc2inc, 9 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc work 1 dc in next 16[18] dc, with A, work (66 sts). (mb, 1dc) 11[12] times, turn. Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), Row 4: With A, make 1 ch (does not count 1 dc in first dc, mb in next dc, (1 dc, mb) as a st), work 1 dc in next 21[23] dc, with
32 times, sl st into first dc (33 dc and B, work 1 dc in next 18[20] dc, with A, 33 bobbles). work 1 dc in next 21[23] dc, turn. Row 5: With A, make 1 ch (does not count as a st), (1 dc, mb) 10[11] times, with B, work 1 dc in next 20[22] dc, with A, work (mb, 1dc) 10[11] times, turn. Shape face From previous round of main part to row 10 of shape face Previous Next Shape face Previous Child size round From round 10 of main piece to row 10 of shape face Next First earflap Both sizes Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), 1 dc Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), a st), dc2dec, mb in next dc, dc2dec,
in first 6[7] dc, (mb in next dc, 1 dc) 6[7] 1 dc in first dc, (mb in next dc, 1 dc) turn (3 sts). times, turn. 4 times, turn. Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), *Next (RS) (dec): 1 ch (does not count as Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as work 1 dc in each dc.* a st), (dc2dec) twice, 1 dc in next 5[7] dc, a st), dc2dec, 1 dc in next 5 dc, dc2dec, Fasten off. (dc2dec) twice, turn (9[11] sts). turn (7 sts). Adult size only Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), Second earflap Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), 1 dc in first dc, (mb in next dc, 1 dc) Next: With wrong side of hat facing and 1 dc in first dc, (mb in next dc, 1 dc) 3 times, turn. B, work 1 dc in each of the next 24 dc
5 times, turn. Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as across the front of the hat, with A, work Next (dec): 1 ch (does not count as a st), dc2dec, 1 dc in next 3 dc, dc2dec, 1 dc in next dc, (mb in next dc, 1 dc) 6[7] a st), dc2dec, 1 dc in next 7 dc, dc2dec, turn (5 sts). times, turn. turn (9 sts). Next: Work from * to * of first earflap. Earflaps Row 10 of shape face Start second earflap here First earflap Start Earflaps Start second earflap here First earflap Start Row 10 of shape face EARFLAP FACINGS (MAKE 2) other side of the earflap**, work 1 dc into Ears Omit if you plan to add a crocheted lining. each of the next 24 dc across the front of With the long length of yarn left, sew the
Both sizes the hat, work 9[11] dc evenly down the stitches from each side of the last round With 6mm hook and A, follow the earflap side of the first earflap, rep from ** to ** of the ear together to join. Bring each facing pattern as for the leopard hat on to finish the edging on the first earflap, corner of the ear to the middle to shape sl st to first dc (80[90] sts). and stitch together. Work a running stitch Edging If making a crocheted lining, fasten off around the lower edge and draw up the With 5mm hook and A, follow edging and miss out the next round of edging. yarn to gather the stitches. Sew the ears
pattern for the earflap facing on . Next: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work in place to each side of the head, stitching 1 dc in each of the 10[12] dc across the all around the lower edges to attach them EARS (MAKE 2) back of the hat, ***with wrong sides securely to the hat. Both sizes together, working into the stitches of Starting at the top of the ear, with 6mm the earflap and earflap facing at the Finishing touches hook and B, make 4 ch and sl st to first ch same time to join, miss the first dc of the If making a crocheted lining, attach the to form a ring. earflap facing and work 1 dc into each twisted cords to the hat after inserting
Follow the instructions and the chart as of the next 10[12] dc, dc2inc, 1 dc into the lining. Weave in all the yarn ends. for the giraffe ears on . next dc, dc2inc, 1 dc into each of the next Place the small black buttons over the Fasten off, leaving a long length of yarn. 10[12] dc, miss the last dc of the earflap larger white buttons and sew in place on facing***, work 1 dc into each of the next the face for the eyes. Embroider the nose MAKING UP 24 dc across the front of the hat, rep with a single fly stitch (see ) Edging from *** to *** to finish the edging to join using yarn A. Make two twisted cords (see
Sew together the back seam of the hat. the remaining earflap and earflap facing ) using B, each measuring 8[12] With right side of work facing, using 5mm (84[94] sts). in (20[30]cm) long, using 6[8] strands hook and A, rejoin yarn to the back of the Sl st to next st and fasten off. of yarn. Make two 2[2]in (5[6]cm) hat by the first earflap. pompoms (see ) in A and attach Next: Work 1 dc in each of the 10[12] dc Using a darning or tapestry needle each to one end of the twisted cord, then across the back of the hat, work 9[11] and the long length of yarn left after stitch the other end of the cord to the tip
dc evenly down the side of the second fastening off, slip stitch the top edge of of the earflap. Weave the ends of yarn earflap, **working in the next 3 dc along the earflap facings to the inside of the from the cords through the stitches of the lower edge of the earflap, dc2inc, main piece. the earflap facings to prevent the black 1 dc, dc2inc; work 9[11] dc evenly up the showing through the front of the earflaps. Making up crocheted animal hats Edging Second earflap
FRONT
Back seam Work stitches evenly on each side of First earflap the earflaps on first round of edging Making up sheep FRONT Back seam Work stitches evenly on each side of irst earflap the earflaps on first round of edging F parrot Brighten up a dull day with a vibrant-coloured parrot hat and add some tropical fun to your winter wardrobe. This parrot even has feathery wings made with a special crochet stitch. 3[3] x 50g balls in 921 Red (A) TENSION 2[2] x 50g balls in 859 Saxe (B) 13 sts and 14 rows to 4in (10cm) over double 1[1] x 50g ball in 928 Old Gold (C) crochet on 6mm hook. Use larger or smaller hook
1[1] x 50g ball in 919 Cream (D) if necessary to obtain correct tension. Oddment of chunky yarn in black (E) 5mm (UK6:USH/8) and 6mm (UK4:USJ/10) crochet 2 x black in (1.5cm) diameter buttons METHOD MAIN PIECE Spirals The main piece is worked in rounds Both sizes With 5mm hook and B, join the yarn to a with the earflaps and facings in rows of Starting at the top of the hat, with 6mm dc in the first round at the top of the hat. double crochet. The spirals on the top hook and A, follow the pattern for the Next: *Make 11[13] ch, 2 dc into second of the hat, wings, eyes and beak use a leopard hat main piece on . ch from hook, 2 dc into each of the next
smaller hook to produce a tighter stitch. 9[11] ch, sl st into the same dc at the top The pattern that creates the feathery EARFLAP FACINGS (MAKE 2) of the hat; rep from * once more, sl st into wings is crocodile stitch, which is formed Omit if you plan to add a crocheted lining. next dc. by crocheting around the posts of the Both sizes Next: Rep from * to make 2 spirals in each stitches on the previous row. The eyes With 6mm hook and B, follow the earflap of the remaining 5 dc at the top of the are shaped by working in rounds of facing pattern as for the leopard hat on hat (12 spirals). double crochet, half treble and treble . Fasten off and weave in the ends.
stitches. The beak is a crocheted circle Edging Follow the chart for the spirals on the that is folded, stuffed and stitched to With 5mm hook and A, follow edging duck hat, . make a simple curved shape. The hat is pattern for the earflap facing on . finished off with small buttons, twisted Wings (make 2) cords and tassels. Starting at the tip of the wing, with 5mm hook and B, make 9 ch. Following the pattern for the owl wings on , work rows 1-6 in B. Work rows 7-12 in C. Work rows 13 to end in A. EYES (MAKE 2) Eye With 5mm hook and D, make 4 ch and sl st Child size to first ch to form a ring. Round 1: 1 ch (does not count as a st), Eye
work 6[7] dc into ring, sl st to first dc Adult size (6[7] sts). Round 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as 64 a st), dc2inc into the first dc, htr2inc into the next dc, (tr2inc) 2[3] times, htr2inc, dc2inc, sl st to first dc (12[14] sts). a st), (dc2inc) 3[4] times, htr2inc into the next dc, (tr2inc) 4[4] times, htr2inc, (dc2inc) 3[4] times, sl st to first dc (24[28] sts). a st), 1 dc in next 8[9] sts, htr2inc, 1 tr into the next 2[3] sts, (tr2inc) 2[2] times, 1 tr in next 2[3] sts, htr2inc, 1 dc into the next 8[9] sts, sl st to first dc (28[32] sts). Join in yarn A. a st), work 1 dc in next 6[8] sts, (dc2inc,
2dc) 6[6] times, 1 dc in next 4[6] sts, sl st to first dc, turn (34[38] sts). Fasten off, leaving a long length of yarn A htr2inc treble (tr) tr2inc BEAK Beak With 5mm hook and E, make 4 ch and join Child size with a sl st to first ch to form a ring. Round 1: 1 ch (does not count as a st), Beak work 6[7] dc into the ring (6[7] sts). Adult size Round 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2inc) 6[7] times, sl st to the first dc (12[14] sts). Round 3 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2inc, 1 dc) 6[7] times, sl st to the first dc (18[21] sts). Round 4 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2inc, 2 dc) 6[7] times, sl st to the
first dc (24[28] sts). Round 5 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2inc, 3 dc) 6[7] times, sl st to the first dc (30[35] sts). Round 6 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2inc, 4 dc) 6[7] times, sl st to the first dc (36[42] sts). Sl st to next st and fasten off leaving a long length of yarn. MAKING UP Beak Finishing touches Edging Fold the crocheted circle in half. With the Weave in all the yarn ends. Make two With right side of work facing, using length of yarn left after fastening off, twisted cords (see ) using B, 5mm hook and A, rejoin yarn to the back stitch the curved edges together, leaving each measuring 8[12]in (20[30]cm) long,
of the hat by the second earflap and a small opening. Push a little stuffing using 6[8] strands of yarn. Make two follow the edging pattern as for the through the opening to fill the beak before tassels (see ) measuring 4[5] leopard hat on . stitching closed. Sew the beak in place in (10[13]cm) long in B, and attach each in between the eyes with the curved to one end of the twisted cord, then Eyes side facing out, stitching all around it to stitch the other end of the cord to the Position the eyes on the front of the hat secure it in position. tip of the earflap. with the wider part just above the edging
and sew all around the edges using the Wings LINING length of yarn left after fastening off. If making a crocheted lining, attach the See pages 142-5 for how to make and Work a few stitches into the centre to wings and twisted cords to the ear flaps attach a cosy fleece or crocheted lining. hold them in place with matching yarn. after inserting the lining. Press the wings Sew a button to each, inside the first with a cool iron. Position each wing over round of crochet, to finish the eyes. an earflap and sew in place, matching the colours of the yarn. zebra This smart zebra hat in monochrome stripes with
its matching fringed mane and twisted cords is great fun to wear. The detailed ears and nose with its embroidered nostrils make it especially cute. James C Brett Chunky with Merino, 70% acrylic, To fit: child, up to 20in (51cm) head circumference 20% siliconized soft polyamide, 10% merino wool (164yd/150m per 100g ball) TENSION 1[1] x 100g ball in CM1 (A) 13 sts and 14 rows to 4in (10cm) over double 2[2] x 100g balls in CM2 (B) crochet on 6mm hook. Use larger or smaller hook 4.5mm (UK7:US7), 5mm (UK6:USH/8) and 6mm if necessary to obtain correct tension. 2 x white �[]in (2[2.25]cm) diameter buttons
METHOD MAIN PIECE First earflap The stripes are produced by alternating Both sizes Both sizes yarns every two rows. The black part Starting at the top of the hat, with 6mm Next: With B, starting at the centre back, of the ears is worked in rounds of double hook and A, make 4 ch and sl st to first ch 1 ch (does not count as a st), work 1 dc in crochet with the white inners worked to form a ring. next 5[6] dc. separately in rows and stitched on. Round 1: 1 ch (does not count as The following is worked in rows: The nose is crocheted using a smaller a st), work 6 dc into ring, sl st into first Row 1 (RS): With B, work 1 dc in next
hook to create a firmer fabric and then dc (6 sts). 13[15] dc, turn. stuffed to give it shape and finished Round 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count Adult size only with embroidered nostrils. A striped band as a st), (dc2inc) 6 times, sl st into first Next (WS) (dec): With B, make 1 ch (does worked in rows of double crochet with a dc (12 sts). not count as a st), dc2dec, 1 dc in next fringe attached to one long edge forms Join in yarn B. 11 dc, dc2dec, turn, 1 ch (does not count the zebra’s mane, which is stitched to the Round 3 (inc): With B, make 1 ch (does as a st). top and down the back of the hat. not count as a st), (dc2inc, 1 dc) 6 times, Join in yarn A.
sl st into first dc (18 sts). Next: With A, work 1 dc in next Round 4 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as 13 dc, turn. a st), (dc2inc, 2 dc) 6 times, sl st into first Both sizes dc (24 sts). Next (dec): Continue as before, following Round 5 (inc): With A, make 1 ch (does the earflap pattern from * to * on page not count as a st), (dc2inc, 3 dc) 6 times, sl 16, and at the same time changing colour st into first dc (30 sts). every two rows. Round 6 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a Work the last row of the earflap in child st), (dc2inc, 4 dc) 6 times, sl st into first dc size in B. (36 sts). Fasten off.
Round 7 (inc): With B, make 1 ch (does not count as a st), (dc2inc, 5 dc) 6 times, Second earflap sl st into first dc (42 sts). Next: With right side facing, rejoin B to Round 8 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as the front of the hat. Work 1 dc in each a st), (dc2inc, 6 dc) 6 times, sl st into first of the 24 dc across the front of the hat. dc (48 sts). Complete the second earflap, following Continue, following the pattern from the pattern as for the leopard on round 9 of the leopard hat on , and alternating the colours so the stripes alternating yarn A and B as before and match the first earflap. finishing the last round of the child size
in B and the last 2 rounds of the adult size in A. EARFLAP FACINGS (MAKE 2) INNER EARS (MAKE 2) Adult size only Omit if you plan to add a crocheted lining. Both sizes Next (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Both sizes With 6mm hook and A, make 2 ch. a st), dc2inc, 1 dc in next 5 dc, dc2inc, With 6mm hook and A, follow the earflap Row 1: Work 3 dc into second ch from turn (9 sts). facing pattern as for the leopard hat on hook, turn (3 sts). Both sizes Row 2: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work Next: As row 2. Edging 1 dc in each dc, turn. Next: Rep last row 1[3] more times. With 5mm hook and B, follow the edging Row 3 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as a st), Fasten off, leaving a long length of yarn
pattern for the earflap facing on . dc2inc, 1 dc, dc2inc, turn (5 sts). at the end. Row 4: As row 2. EARS (MAKE 2) Row 5 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as KEY Both sizes a st), dc2inc, 1 dc in next 3 dc, dc2inc, chain (ch) Starting at the top of the ear, with 6mm turn (7 sts). slip stitch (sl st) hook and B, make 4 ch and sl st to first Row 6: As row 2. double crochet (dc) ch to form a ring. dc2inc Follow the instructions and the chart as for the giraffe ears on . Inner ear Inner ear Child size Adult size NOSE Round 4 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Adult size only Both sizes a st), (dc2inc, 2 dc) 6 times, sl st into first Next (inc): 1 ch (does not count as
With 4.5mm hook and B, make 4 ch dc (24 sts). a st), (dc2inc, 4 dc) 6 times, sl st into first and join with a sl st to the first ch to Round 5 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as dc (36 sts). form a ring. a st), (dc2inc, 3 dc) 6 times, sl st into first Both sizes Round 1: 1 ch (does not count as a st), dc (30 sts). Next round: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work 6 dc into ring, sl st to first dc (6 sts). work 1 dc in each dc, sl st to first dc. Round 2 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as Nose Rep last round 4[6] more times. a st), (dc2inc) 6 times, sl st into first dc Adult size Fasten off, leaving a long length of yarn at
(12 sts). Child size – follow the end. Round 3 (inc): 1 ch (does not count as chart to end of a st), (dc2inc, 1 dc) 6 times, sl st into first round 5 Nose Rep last Child size – round 5 to end round 6 tim es times t round 4 ep las R MANE MAKING UP Nose With 6mm hook and B, make 3 ch. Edging Stuff the nose lightly to pad it out, keeping Row 1: Work 1 dc into second ch from With right side of work facing, using 5mm a flattened shape. Sew the stitches from hook, 1 dc in next ch, turn (2[2] sts). hook and B, rejoin yarn to the back of the each side of the last round together to Row 2: 1 ch (does not count as a st), work hat by the second earflap and follow the form a straight edge. Stitch the nose in
1 dc in each dc, turn. edging pattern as for the leopard hat on place on the front of the hat with the Join in A and rep row 2 twice. . Fasten off and slip stitch the top straight edge sitting just above the second Using yarn B, rep row 2 twice. edge of the earflap facings to the inside row of edging stitches. Using yarn A and Continue in this way, working 2 rows of the main piece using yarn A. a blunt-ended darning needle, embroider of double crochet and at the same time the nostrils by working 2 straight stitches alternating yarn A and B to create the Ears (see ) for each. stripes until you have completed Push a thin layer of stuffing into the ears,
30[34] rows. keeping the shape flat. With the long Fasten off. length of yarn left, sew the stitches from each side of the last round together to Mane join, forming a straight edge. Sew the Child and adult size inner ear to the centre of the ear and aligning the lower edges. Bring each Rep until 30[34] rows completed corner of the ear to the middle to shape and stitch together. Sew in place to each side of the head, stitching all around the lower edges to prevent them from flopping over. Eyes and mane remove the hook and then thread the Finishing touches Place the small black buttons over the ends back through the loop, pulling them If making a crocheted lining, attach the
larger white buttons and sew in place for tight (see 2). Repeat to the end of the twisted cords to the hat after inserting the eyes. To make the fringe of the mane, mane, attaching one tassel to the edge of the lining. Weave in all the yarn ends. cut 14[16] sets of three 6in (15cm) each row and matching the colours of the Make two 8[12]in (20[30]cm)-long lengths in yarn A and 16[18] sets of stripes. Trim the ends of the fringe and striped twisted cords (see ) three lengths in B. Attach to the mane sew in place, starting at the lower edge using 3[4] strands each of yarn A and by folding three lengths in half to form of the back, matching the stripes up the B. Make two tassels (see )
Pattern source: 15 Animal Hats.