A hat is a bigger project than a small basket, so this kit is pitched at older children and adults who want a proper challenge. The strips are cut wider than usual, which makes them easier to grip and keeps the weave from slipping while you learn.
From crown to brim
The guide is split into two parts. The first covers the crown, a simple spiral that is forgiving of small errors. The second covers the brim, where the weave opens out and the shape has to stay flat. Take your time on the crown and the brim is much easier.
| Detail | Specification |
|---|---|
| Makes | One sun hat |
| Guide | Two parts, crown and brim |
| Age | 10 and up |
| Strips | Wider cut, pre-softened |
- A summer holiday project
- A rainy weekend indoors
- A craft club session
- A gift for a curious teenager
Allow about three hours for a first hat. It is not a project to rush, and the strips want to be used while they are still pliable.
The finished hat is wearable and genuinely useful. Expect your first one to fit a little loosely, then adjust the next.
