Margarida Hat Crochet Pattern

Margarida Hat in Rowan Handknit Cotton

What is Being Made

The Margarida Hat is a crocheted hat designed by the Rowan Design Team. This intermediate-level project creates a finished hat with a circumference of 57 cm (22½ inches) all around and a brim depth of approximately 8 cm (3¼ inches). The hat is suitable for everyday wear and features decorative stitch patterning throughout.

Crochet Techniques Used

This pattern employs several fundamental crochet techniques to construct the hat. The design begins with a foundation chain and uses increases worked strategically throughout the rounds to shape the crown. The pattern incorporates star stitches as a primary decorative element, combined with double crochet and half treble stitches to create textural interest. Slip stitches are used to join rounds in circular construction, and the pattern requires working in continuous rounds without turning, which is essential for maintaining the hat's seamless cylindrical structure.

Stitches Used

• Chain stitch (ch) – used for foundation and spacing
• Double crochet (dc) – forms the main fabric base and appears in multiple rounds
• Half treble (htr) – used in pattern rounds for texture variation
• Star stitch – a decorative multi-loop stitch that creates the distinctive pattern of the hat
• Slip stitch (ss) – joins rounds and secures stitches

Materials and Tools

The Margarida Hat is designed for Rowan Handknit Cotton yarn, with 50 grams required for completion. The pattern provides two color options: Linen 205 and Gooseberry 219. A 4.00mm (US G6) crochet hook is specified for the Handknit Cotton version. The pattern also includes an alternative version using Cotton Glacé yarn, which requires a 3.50mm (US E4) crochet hook.

Gauge and Tension

Achieving proper tension is important for this project. The pattern specifies 7 star stitches to 7.5 cm and 10 rounds to 10 cm when measured over the stitch pattern using the 4.00mm hook. For reference, double crochet fabric should measure 17 stitches and 17 rows to 10 cm using the same 4.00mm hook. Checking gauge before beginning ensures the finished hat will achieve the intended dimensions.

Pattern Structure

The hat is constructed in the round, beginning with increases that expand the stitch count from 84 stitches to 96 stitches and eventually to 107 stitches across the initial rounds. The pattern then transitions into a repeating star stitch pattern that creates the decorative surface. The construction method uses continuous rounds with slip stitch joins, and the pattern specifies when to turn or not turn at the end of each round to maintain proper stitch orientation.