Kendra Cables & Lace Messy Bun Hat

"The Kendra Hat celebrates the beautiful contrast of structure and softness — pairing bold crochet cables with delicate broomstick lace. The snug cabled brim keeps your ears cozy, while the airy lace body traps warmth without bulk. Designed as a messy bun hat, it begins with a hair elastic so you can pull your ponytail or bun through the top for comfort and style. Crochet yours in #3 DK weight yarn for a lightweight yet warm accessory that looks elegant from fall through winter. Available as a free crochet pattern below, or as an ad-free PDF with charts — and also included in my 24 Crochet Hats ebook and paperback on Amazon."

Crochet HookE/4 or 3.5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(3) Light/DK (21-24 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet Gauge24 sts / 11 rows = 4 in (10cm) in cable band pattern.

Finished Size16 (18, 20, 22, 24) in or 40.6 (45.7, 50.8, 55.9, 61)cm circumference. 6.5 (6.5, 8.5, 8.5, 9) in or 16.5 (16.5, 21.6, 21.6, 22.9)cm tall. Shown in size 20 in (50.8cm) circumference.

Materials List

• 123 (142, 165, 190, 218) yds or 112.4 (130, 150.9, 173.7, 199.3)m #3 dk weight yarn
• E/4 (3.5mm) crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• US17 (12.75mm) knitting needle or dowel
• Hairband ponytail holder, medium