Candy Cloche Pattern

Description

In the first row of this hat, a row of chains is cleverly transformed into the pretty confection that is the star stitch. Alternating rows of star stitch and single crochet form the brim of this pretty cloche, before you begin a simple single crochet with decreases up to the top of the hat. The flattering gentle curve of the hat will keep your head warm with style through the winter. Here, the cloche is accented with colorful buttons, but you could also adorn it with a flower, bow, or whatever suits your style.

FINISHED SIZE 26″ circumference at brim to fit average woman’s head.
YARN Valley Yarns Berkshire Bulky (85% wool, 15% alpaca; 108 yd [100 m]/3½ oz [100 g]; ): #26 periwinkle, 2 balls. Yarn distributed by WEBS.
YARN WEIGHT #5 – Bulky
HOOK Size K/10½ (6.5 mm) hook. Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
NOTIONS Stitch marker (m); yarn needle; assorted colorful buttons; needle and thread.
GAUGE 12 sts and 4 rows = 4″ in sc.
ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED Interweave Crochet Winter 2009