Checks Hat

The Hat is worked flat from side to side and joined to form a tube. Short rows are used for crown shaping. **FINISHED MEASUREMENTS** Circumference: 22 (25, 26½)" Length: 11 (12¼, 13½)" with Brim unfolded **MATERIALS** Premier® Yarns Premier Basix® Chunky (100% Acrylic; 3.5oz/100g, 117yds/107m) • MC: 1145-42 Black – 1 ball per Hat (all sizes) • CC: 1145-22 Purple or 1145-66 Fuchsia – 1 ball per Hat (all sizes) Hook: US Size K-10½ (6.5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge Notions: Tapestry needle **GAUGE** 13 blo sc x 12 rows = 4” in patt **SKILLS/TECHNIQUES USED IN THIS PATTERN:** • Chain and single crochet stitches. • Changing colors in tapestry crochet. • Foundation single crochet stitches. • Short row shaping. • Working through back loops of stitches.