INTRO
Worked by holding 2 strands of yarn together, this hat has a firm brim which will definitely stay in place.

Derby hat is a classic headpiece which never goes out of fashion. While the top and brim of the hat are made using the single crochet stitch, the crown is completed in half double crochet stitches worked in the 3rd loop, which creates a nice ribbed, knitting-like texture, and accentuates the most prominent part of the hat, adding to its beauty as well. Its simple design and shape allow you to experiment with the embelishments and details which will make your version of the hat unique. So, don’t be afraid to test your creativity and weave in a personal touch into this piece of accessory.

LEVEL, SKILLS
To make the Derby Hat you should have basic crocheting skills with some experience and should be familiar with crocheting in rounds. I hope that my supporting video materials on special stitches and techniques, listed in this tutorial, will be of great help to beginner crocheters as well as to more experienced ones.

MATERIALS

Yarn
Alize Superlana Midi
1 skein: 100gr - 3.53 Oz, 170m -186yds
25% Wool, 75% Acrylic
Amount: 220gr.

Hooks
UK 4.5mm (US E/4) crochet hook

Other
For decoration:

• Metal chain - 60cm / 23.6in long
• Metal ring - 5cm / 2in in diameter
• Or tie a scarf in your favourite color around the hat, like shown in the photos

For finishing:
- Yarn needle