Stroll Hat

*a casual and breezy crochet hat with washi (Japanese paper) yarn* *the textured lace brim is easy to adjust while you’re wearing the hat and stays in shape without looking stiff* *enjoy its lightness and simple elegance* *enjoy your strolls* > **15% off the pattern price from 20-23 July 2024, Singapore time > (GMT+8).** The pattern is also availble on [yamagaraknits.com][1] which accepts payment through PayPal and Stripe. **FINISHED MEASUREMENTS** Size 1 (2) To fit head circumference: 54-56 (57-60) cm / 21-22 (22½-24)” Sample is made in Size 1 to fit 56 cm / 22” head circumference. **YARN** Size 1 (2) 330 (350) m / 365 (385) yards of light fingering weight yarn Suggested Yarn Itobatake Washi-Lily (400 m / 437 yards per 100 g cone, 60% Japanese paper, 40% cotton) Sample colour: Blue (8) One cone **HOOK** One 2.5 mm or C/2 (JPN 4/0) crochet hook Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge. **NOTIONS** Removable stitch marker, tapestry needle for weaving in ends. **GAUGE** 23 sts and 26 rounds in single crochet = 10 cm x 10 cm / 4” x 4” with 2.5 mm or C/2 (JPN 4/0) crochet hook **NOTES** Stroll Hat is worked top-down, beginning with an adjustable loop (magic circle). For a smooth finish on the crown and to avoid a visible seam at the beginning and the end of rounds, single crochet stitches are worked in a spiral, and increases are carefully spaced in the pattern. Instructions for the crown are written in an **intuitive table format** that is easy to follow and keep track. Notes on adjustments to pattern are given to help you achieve your **preferred fit**. Comprehensive **photo tutorials** are included to supplement the instructions. Itobatake washi (Japanese paper) yarn used in this design is washable, making it a practical yarn for a summer hat. The hat is lightweight and retains its form if you crochet at the recommended gauge. If you substitute with a heavier or drapey yarn, you may get a different outcome with the brim. **SPECIAL THANKS** Deep gratitude to a team of kind and committed testers who offered their time and resources to work through the pattern to make sure that it is as clear and error-free as possible: Qiu Fang, Emiko, Wan Cheng, Uiko, Cecelia, Marie, Terry, Tomomi and Isabel. [1]: https://www.yamagaraknits.com/patterns/p/stroll-hat