Hats & Scarves in Sirdar Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK - 7116 - Downloadable PDF

Hats & Scarves in Sirdar Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK – Pattern 7116

This downloadable PDF crochet pattern from Sirdar (pattern number 7116) provides instructions for creating a collection of four accessories: a Lady's Hat, a Man's Hat, a Lady's Scarf, and a Man's Scarf. All designs are rated Easy and are sized for an average adult head or body, making this an excellent choice for beginner and intermediate crocheters looking to build their skills while producing practical, wearable items.

About the Designs

Lady's Hat

The Lady's Hat is worked in Sirdar Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK yarn and is designed to fit an average adult woman's head. It uses two colours: a main shade in colour 381 (requiring 2 x 50g balls) and a contrast shade in colour 376 (requiring 1 x 50g ball). The two-colour construction adds visual interest and allows for stripe or contrast detailing typical of classic crocheted hat designs.

Man's Hat

The Man's Hat follows the same easy construction approach, also sized for an average adult head. It is worked in Sirdar Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK using a main shade in colour 380 (2 x 50g balls) and a contrast shade in colour 381 (1 x 50g ball). The colour palette is distinct from the Lady's Hat, giving it a more neutral, masculine aesthetic while sharing the same fundamental crochet structure.

Lady's Scarf

The Lady's Scarf is a generously sized accessory, measuring approximately 15 x 150 cm (6 x 59 inches) when complete. It is worked in Sirdar Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK using a main shade in colour 381 (3 x 50g balls) and a contrast shade in colour 376 (1 x 50g ball). The two-colour design coordinates beautifully with the Lady's Hat, making the two items ideal to crochet as a matching set.

Man's Scarf

The Man's Scarf is also approximately 15 x 150 cm (6 x 59 inches) in finished size and features a more elaborate three-colour striped design. It is worked in Sirdar Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK using shade A in colour 380 (2 x 50g balls), shade B in colour 381 (1 x 50g ball), and shade C in colour 382 (1 x 50g ball). The multi-colour stripe construction adds texture and visual depth, and the three shades coordinate with the Man's Hat for a cohesive look.

Techniques and Stitches Used

All four accessories in this pattern are worked using crochet techniques, with the primary stitch being double crochet (dc). Double crochet is one of the most fundamental and versatile stitches in crochet, producing a dense, firm fabric that is ideal for warm accessories such as hats and scarves. It is worked by inserting the hook into a stitch, drawing up a loop, and pulling through both loops on the hook in a single movement.

• Primary stitch: Double crochet (dc)
• Colour work: Two-colour and three-colour stripe construction across the different designs
• Shaping: Hat designs incorporate increases and decreases typical of crocheted hat construction to achieve a fitted, rounded crown
• Flat and in-the-round working: Scarves are worked in flat rows, while hats are typically worked in rounds for a seamless finish

The pattern is labelled Easy, meaning the techniques are straightforward and well-suited to those who are comfortable with basic crochet stitches and are ready to practise simple colour changes.

Materials Required

Yarn

All four designs use Sirdar Wash 'n' Wear Double Cre