Whether it’s a casual coffee date or dining out, the new year provides opportunities to wear a warm hat. I took a break over the holidays, but now I’m recharged and inspired to learn more and create hats with a fresh outlook.
Lucky me, I received a ball of cornflower alpaca wool from a friend. Knowing that alpaca wool has a tendency to stretch and lose its shape when crocheted, I chose a pattern for a fitted hat. I am going to take special care with this Fisherman Beanie designed by Pukapuka. When not wearing it, I’ll be sure to store it flat in a drawer.
Bouclé yarn gives a hat a textural feel with its curls or loops. This Fisherman’s hat worn by Coco is made from a bouclé that is composed of a core acrylic yarn with wool loops. Due to the loops, the yarn calls for a simple pattern as stitch definition is poor. The main beauty of bouclé is in its cozy shearling-like look and feel.
A customer requested a crocheted beret in the jewel tone of teal, her favourite colour. Teal is named after a bird, the Eurasian Teal, which has a rich deep blue-green stripe on its head. Candace knew exactly what she wanted and I had one ball of yarn remaining in my stash of yarn, fortunately enough to complete the project in time for winter. Warm and stylish!
Hats by Tracy J 