Summer Sun Hat

Crochet a cotton sun hat for summer, in sizes for the family! This free crochet hat pattern includes sizes for baby through adult. While the cotton yarn is a summer classic, you can also crochet this sun hat in acrylic yarn. The open mesh sides make it breathable. Adorn your hat with a ribbon for a sweet finish. These crochet sun hats make fabulous baby gifts, and you can crochet one for mom to match too. **Summer Sun Hat** is a top-down crochet brim hat pattern worked seamlessly in the round, sized for the whole family from newborn through adult. The open **mesh** body keeps air moving through the crown, making it a natural choice for beach days, outdoor play, and warm-weather adventures. An easy skill level means first-time hat crocheters can pick this up with confidence. Construction and technique -------------------------- • Worked **top-down**, in the round, seamless construction • **Double crochet (dc)** body with open mesh sides for breathability • Brim shaped at the lower edge for sun protection • No flat seaming required; finish with a ribbon for a polished look • US crochet terminology throughout Materials --------- • **Yarn:** aran weight cotton recommended; I Love This Cotton! by Hobby Lobby (aran weight, 8 WPI) is the sample yarn. Aran weight acrylic works well too. • **Yardage:** approximately 60-153 yards (55-140 m) depending on size • **Hook:** 4 mm (US G/6) • **Gauge:** 3 sts x 2 rows = 1 inch in double crochet • **Notions:** tapestry needle; optional ribbon for embellishment Sizing ------ \- 8 Sizes: newborn (0-3 mo), 3-6 mo, 6-12 mo, 12-24 mos, Toddler, Child, Teem/Sm Adult, and Med/Lg Adult \- Yardage scales with size; full guidance provided for each What's included --------------- • Written pattern instructions in US crochet terminology • Step-by-step photo tutorial • Instant PDF download These hats are a ready-made baby shower staple, and you can crochet one for mom to match while you're at it. The quick yardage requirement means a stash skein or two will see you through any size. Happy hooking!