Campus Field Cap Crochet Pattern Download

Description

Inspired by a military field cap, this hat gets a fresh look with a splash of color and unexpected details. Make the body of the hat, then add the brim and button detail before embellishing with crocheted chain stitch. Fast to make in an easy-care, durable yarn, this is a fun and funky accessory for campus.

Finished Size 21″ head circumference.

Yarn Lion Brand Yarn Wool-Ease (80% acrylic, 20% wool; 197 yd [180 m]/3 oz [85 g]): #152 Oxford gray (A), #196 zinnia (B), and #153 black (C), 1 skein each.
Yarn Weight #4 – Medium

Hook Sizes E/4 (3.5 mm), H/8 (5 mm), and I/9 (5.5 mm) Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions Stitch markers (m); yarn needle.

Gauge 17 sts and 18 rows = 4″ in body st patt with medium-size hook.
Originally Published Interweave Crochet Fall 2009