About the pattern
The Sugarloaf hat is a pixie hat with a fold back brim, worked in waffle stitch. It is a quick and satisfying make, and works up very quickly in chunky yarn.
The pattern is available free on my web site, along with patterns for a matching mittens and cowl. You can also purchase a convenient ebook pdf download of all 3 patterns. The ebook comes in both UK and US crochet terms options, and in standard and large print options (see details below). The pattern was initially published by Crochet Foundry in tge December 2024 issue, and is available now for free, with added UK terms and large print options.

Sizes
The pattern is written in 4 sizes, 1 (2, 3, 4). They fit head circumferences of 51 (56, 61, 66) cm / 20 (22, 24, 26) inches.
Size 1 = tween/teen standard size
Size 2 = women standard size
Size 3 = men’s standard size
Size 4 = inclusive extra large size
Measuring your head to pick the right size is always recommended

Tension/Gauge
measured over waffle stitch on largest hook size,
3 repeats (9 stitches) = 10 cm / 4 inches
4 repeats (8 rows) = 10 cm / 4 inches

Skill level
This is an intermediate level pattern. It is a quick 1-2 day make for an experienced crocheter.
It uses waffle stitch worked in the round, including front post and back post stitches, and decreases to shape the peak.

Crochet language
This pattern is written in English, with both U.K. and US versions available, on both the blog and the ebook.

Accessibility
This pattern is available free on The Fairythorn blog, and can be purchased for convenience as a PDF download

The PDF ebook comes in 2 formats, choose between ‘standard’, ‘large print’’.
All versions of this pattern are in black text, using Verdana - a clear, sans serif font.
They use an easy to read layout which includes bold for all emphasis, and avoid italics or block capitals.
Text is left justified throughout, and no columns are used.
All instructions are fully written out. Some illustrative pictures are included, but all required information is in the text.
The standard version of this pattern is presented in 15 point font.
The Large Print version is in 22 point font, with additional descriptive text describing images.

Copyright
This pattern is written by Ciara Doyle of the Fairythorn, all rights reserved. Not for commercial purposes.
Selling of makes is allowed, only when made by you, in your own home.
GPSR
This is a safe, virus free PDF, created by Ciara Doyle, Address C15, Y5F9, Ireland. Ciara@TheFairythorn.ie