Rincon Raffia Hat

This hat is a sturdy, breathable raffia bucket hat, which is perfect to wear while lounging poolside, at the beach, or even on an adventure. It keeps the sun off your head while still being breathable. It can also be rolled and packed away easily. The pattern is written in US terms and worked in the round, top-down. You will create a flat circle, then build out the sides of the hat, allowing you to try it on as you go to ensure it fits. Then you will create the brim and finish by weaving in ends. Sizing is also forgiving, as the raffia will stretch and can be shaped with a steamer. **Sizing:** Included are instructions for hat size S/M and M/L, as well as instructions to create a customized hat size. **Materials:** * Two balls of Premier Raffia Yarn [or similar Bulky (5) yarn]: one ball in a main color and one in a contrast color. Shown in Cream (MC) and Twig (CC) * 4 mm/US G-6 crochet hook * stitch marker * yarn needle * scissors * steamer (optional, but recommended for shaping the hat after finishing it) **Stitch Notes:** * This pattern is created with single crochet and double crochet shell stitches. * The shell stitch is surprisingly easy - just 5 dc worked into the same st. * To create the shell stitch rounds, you will be working a repeat of sc stitches and shell stitches with skipped stitches between them. **Gauge:** Gauge is 5 cm x 5 cm (2 in x 2 in) square = 6 sts (shell st + single crochet) x 4 rows I'd love for you to tag me on Instagram @sunbeam.fiber and use the hashtag #RinconRaffia if you make the hat!