From the rib band to the fringe top, the Rafiki Lives Hat reflects all the joy that lives within each of us. The in the round construction features puffs and posts that lead to an “oh my” circular crown.

Trimmed out, it’s an intermediate pattern that greets all that you meet with a shimmy, shake and smile, that is warm and inviting. Perfect for those fall outings where a little on the head side zhuzh, brings the right amount Head Gear Swag to the yard.

In addition to this crochet hat pattern, you will need the following material to crochet this hat

• Yarn A: Louise Robert MERINO WORSTED, 100% Superwash Merino Wool. 220 yds 3.5 oz/100gm - Norwegian Wood
• Yarn B: Louise Robert MERINO WORSTED, 100% Superwash Merino Wool. 220 yds 3.5 oz/100gm - Patsy
• Hook: Rib - Furls Odyssey H/5mm, Body Furls Odyssey J/6mm
• Other: Scissors, Stitch Markers, Tapestry Needle, 1/8” Elastic (optional)

Measurements
Crown Diameter: 9”
Length: Total 9 (Body 7”, Rib 2”)
Width: Body at widest point 10”, Rib/Body join 9”, Rib at opening 8 ½”

Special Stitches
Post Stitches: Recommend research internet for generic video instructions. One that may be helpful to copy and paste into your browser is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZ7MzxQMvbQ
Popcorn (pc): work 6dc in same stitch to form group, drop loop from last hook, reinsert hook in first dc of group front to back, pull dropped loop through stitch.

Loop Stitch. Recommend research internet for generic video instructions. One that may be helpful to copy and Paste into your browser is: https://youtu.be/LdyN27NF6Uk
Third Loop. Recommend research internet for generic video instructions. One that may be helpful to copy and Paste into your browser is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzWX2dx8ufc&t=600s

Notes:
Gauge: Yarn A, J/6mm hook - 14 hdc = 4”
Stitch counts are shown in parentheses at the end of each row/round as appropriate.
All slip stitches at the end of the Rounds (where indicated) are made in first stitch of row/round, unless otherwise indicated.
Finishing the hat as photographed is optional. It can be left plain, or decorated with a pom pom, tassels, etc. Enjoy the freedom to make it your own.

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