2016 Summer CAL~Sunshine & Shells Summer Hat!! Week 1~ Materials and Gauge!

Join me in a 3 week Crochet Along journey!!  Simple and stylish, fun to wear!! Sunshine and Shells Summer Hat…

If you are ready to start a fun project with me… Week 1 is our preparation week!  Buy your yarn and check your gauge…

Here is what you will need…

Materials:    

Yarn:

Lily ~ Sugar and Cream (Pictured in Ecru) 200 Yard Skein, Total for hat, Approx 160 yards…

Hook:

G or H… or whatever hook makes your gauge work.. I used an H and I crochet loosely.

You can choose any worsted weight yarn you like,,, but make sure you check your gauge.. Here is an article about why its important… Gauge and your project

I want your hat to fit… So after you buy your yarn and gather your hook… Match your gauge to this…

Gauge:    

Hook Size ~ H  3″ x 3′    10 Dc x 5 Rows

Next… Watch my live broadcast on Facebook next Tuesday 6/7 for upcoming tips and chat at 6pm PST!!

Then… Tune in here next Wednesday 6/8 for the top and crown of the hat instructions!

I can’t wait to see all of your hats!!

Week 3 we will add the brim and shape the hat… Then Voila… You have a beautiful Summer Hat!!

Happy Crocheting!

Elena