2x2 Crochet Hat

> Take advantage of this promotion to save $$$ when purchasing multiple patterns! Add all patterns to cart to apply discount, no code needed. Limited to one use per purchase.<br> > * Save 10% when buying 3 patterns<br> > * Save 15% when buying 5 patterns<br> > * Save 20% when buying 8 patterns This pattern is available in English only and uses standard US crochet terminology. ***DESCRIPTION*** A faux-knit look, with a hook! The 2x2 Crochet Hat is worked from side to side, featuring crown shaping achieved with the short rows technique. The extended half double crochet and slip stitch pattern mimics the beloved 2x2 ribbed fabric from knitting. The crochet fabric provides a thicker hat with more structure, yet it is just as stylish. The hat is very stretchy and is intended to be worn with 3-6” (7.5-15 cm) of negative ease. Depending on your yarn and fiber, the elasticity of the fabric may change. This pattern allows for an easy modification of the circumference in order to account for different elasticities. Like most CrochetHighway patterns, the 2x2 Crochet Hat comes with step-by-step instructions and clear tutorial photos to help you complete the beanie from start to finish. The pattern calls for aran weight yarn, but my testers used a variety of yarn weights and colors to show off this design. Check out the tester lookbook on the blog to find all the details on yarns and yardages from my testers! ***Quick metrics from my testers:*** Difficulty rating: 1.8 / 5 Average completion time: less than 5 hours ***FINISHED MEASUREMENTS*** Hat circumference: (14, 14, 16) (16, 18, 18) inches or (36, 36, 41) (41, 46, 46) cm ***DIFFICULTY*** Intermediate ***MATERIALS*** • Yarn: Aran or worsted weight yarn, acrylic or wool blends are ideal. Samples shown in Furls Wander. • Hook: 6 mm hk or size needed to obtain gauge. I’m a tight crocheter, so you may have to go down in hook size. • Notions: Tape measure, scissors, darning needle, 7-9 stitch markers ***YARDAGE*** Short hat: (80, 100, 120) (140, 160, 180) yds or (75, 90, 110) (130, 145, 165) m Long hat: (115, 145, 175) (200, 225, 250) yds or (105, 135, 160) (185, 205, 230) m These yardages are estimated. Check out more photos, yarn substitution ideas, as well as the tester lookbook with exact yardages from my testers on the blog post. ***HOW DO I DOWNLOAD MY PATTERN?*** After completing the payment, check your inbox for an email containing a download link button for the PDF pattern. You will need a PDF reader installed to open the pattern. ***SOCIALS*** Instagram: @crochethighway Facebook: CrochetHighway Ravelry: Crochet Highway Designs ***PATTERN SUPPORT*** For pattern related questions, please join my Facebook support group (CrochetHighway Designs) or contact me at thecrochethighway [at] gmail.com. https://www.facebook.com/groups/crochethighway ***COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER*** This pattern is for your personal and non-commercial use only. You are prohibited from publishing this pattern (in whole or in part) on your site or blog or otherwise claiming it as your own, selling, or distributing it. Do not alter this pattern in any way and do not create your own patterns based on the instructions provided herein. Please refrain from modifying the pattern and/or creating other items based off of it. Using my product photography, tutorial pictures and written instructions and passing them off as your own is copyright infringement. You are welcome to sell your creations in small quantities or to share them on social media, but please credit me as the designer @CrochetHighway when possible. You are prohibited from using my photographs to sell your items. I’d LOVE to see your work, so be sure to shout out to me @CrochetHighway on Instagram and use the hashtags **#2x2CrochetHat** and #CrochetHighway for a chance to be featured on my stories!