Dessa

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Instructions

You will need to know how to at least do a knit and purl stitch, in order to complete this crochet hat. You will need to know how to at least do a knit and purl stitch, in order to complete this crochet hat.

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Difficulty:

Category: Crocheting

Type of item: Accessory

For: Women

Style: Traditional, Cute, Preppy, Hipster, Ethnic, Funky, Geeky, Casual

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Materials

1 skein (200-220 yards) of Brown Sheep's Lamb's Pride Worsted (85% Wool, 15% Mohair, in Goldenrod Yellow.) 1 crochet hook size k/10.5, or size needed to obtain gauge. (Gauge:11 inches wide) Size 8 16 inch circular knitting needle 1 Stitch Marker Yarn Needle Dinner Plate (for blocking)

What was your inspiration?

"Dessa" is a play on my middle name, Odessa. This is my first pattern, and I am honored to offer it for free, to allow people to try my approach to crochet and knitting.

The hat consists of a very simple single crochet design in the round. The hat is slouchy, meaning that the increases will go up until a circumference of at least 11 inches is achieved. Then the hat is decreased, and stitches are picked up with circular knitting needles.

I am not a big fan of crochet ribbing, as I find it too thick. It is a great way to either, 1. Learn to Knit or 2. Get better at knitting for those who primarily crochet, like me.

I used to be intimidated by knitting for a long time, but no more! You don't have to be either with this pattern

What are you most proud of?

That I was able to get it done! Procrastination has been my best friend and worst enemy :/

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Don't think too deep into it. Its really, really easy, and is a weekend project.