Inca Kisses Ladies Hat

Inca Kisses Ladies Hat

What is Being Made

The Inca Kisses is a woman's crochet hat designed by Heather C Gibbs and published by Keep Calm and Crochet On UK. This intermediate-level project creates a finished hat sized to fit average female head circumferences of 55.8 to 58.5 inches (22 to 23 inches). The design incorporates multiple yarn colors to create visual interest and texture throughout the hat.

Techniques and Construction

This crochet hat is constructed using fundamental crochet techniques suitable for intermediate crafters. The pattern employs color work by alternating between multiple yarn colors throughout the construction, allowing crafters to create a multi-colored finished piece. The design uses basic crochet stitches worked in rows to build the hat structure from the base upward. Crafters will need to check their gauge before beginning to ensure proper sizing, as the finished dimensions will vary depending on yarn weight and hook size used.

Stitches Used

The Inca Kisses pattern utilizes essential crochet stitches including:

• Half treble crochet (htr) - a mid-height stitch used as a primary construction stitch
• Half double crochet (hdc) - another mid-height stitch incorporated into the pattern
• Chain stitch (ch) - used for foundation chains and turning chains
• Slip stitch (sl st) - used for joining rounds and finishing edges

Materials Required

The Inca Kisses hat requires 60 grams of Light Aran yarn (also known as 10 ply or yarn weight category #4). The pattern calls for at least two different colored yarns, with provisions for using up to four colors. These are referred to in the pattern as Yarn A, B, C, and optionally Yarn D, which can be substituted with Yarn C if desired. The pattern was photographed using Vanna's Choice and Sidar Supersoft Aran yarns. A 5mm crochet hook (US size H) is required to achieve the correct gauge of 4 half treble or half double crochet stitches per 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) and 5 rows per 5 centimeters (2 inches). Additional materials include a yarn needle for weaving in ends.

Experience Level

This pattern is rated as Intermediate, making it suitable for crocheters who have mastered basic stitches and are comfortable working with color changes and following multi-step instructions. The intermediate designation reflects the color work involved and the need to maintain consistent gauge throughout the project.