Dorothy's Hat Pattern

Here is a easy crochet pattern for a cap to fit under a helmet. It is big enough around, close fitting, and brimless. Use 4 ply, single strand yarn and H hook.

Each row ends with Ch 2 with the Ch 2 counting as 1 dc.

Start 5 ch and form loop and Ch 2.

Row 1: 11 dc in loop makes (12)

Row 2: 2 dc in each dc makes (24)

Row 3: Increase dc each 2nd dc makes (36)

Row 4: 1 dc in each dc makes (36)

Row 5: Increase 1 dc every 3rd dc makes (48)

Row 6: 1 dc in each dc makes (48)

Row 7: Increase 1 dc each 4th dc makes (60)

Row 8: 1 dc in each dc makes (60)

Row 9: Increase 1 dc every 5th dc makes (72)

Row 10: 1 dc in each dc makes (72)

Now measure circumference. It should be close to 21” before stretching which is good. If you need another inch or so space out stitches in next row. Continue the last row till cap measures 7 to 7 ½ inches from crown to brim edge, usually 14-15 rows, depending on thickness of yarn.

Then ch 1 and sc in each dc around. I do 3 or 4 rows of this sc in each sc. Cap will then give ear protection as well. Finished cap should measure, crown to brim 7 ¾ to 8 ½ inches.

This pattern is for charity use only and may not be used or reproduced for sale of commercial purposes. You may print and distribute for charity purposes with this copyright info included.

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