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Pattern

Parrot Hat

By Vanessa Mooncie

Find the complete pattern in Inside Crochet Issue #63

Brighten up a dull day with a brightly-coloured parrot hat and add some tropical fun to your wardrobe! 

EXTRACT: This fun design is taken from Crocheted Animal Hats by Vanessa Mooncie (GMC, £14.99).

 

Materials

* King Cole Merino Blend Chunky, 100% wool, 50g/67m/74yds
Yarn A: Red 921 x 3 balls
Yarn B: Saxe 859 x 2 balls
Yarn C: Old Gold 928 x 1 ball
Yarn D: Cream 919 x 1 ball
Yarn E: Black 913, oddments

* 5mm & 6mm hooks

* Two black buttons, 1.5cm/½in diameter

* Yarn needle

* Sewing needle and black thread

* Small amount of toy stuffing

* Thin card to make tassels

Yarn Alternatives

Unfortunately this yarn has been discontinued, we recommend Sirdar Click Chunky as a substitute.


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Vanessa Mooncie

Designer

Vanessa is a designer, artist and author who enjoys blending traditional techniques with modern styles. Visit her website at vanessamooncie.com.

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