Medic Hat

Medic Hat by Laura Rasmussen

What is Being Made

The Medic Hat is a beginner-level crochet hat designed by Laura Rasmussen for 3 Kittens Needle Arts. This downloadable PDF pattern produces a fitted, structured hat available in two sizes: Small with approximately 20" circumference at the brim and 8" tall, and Large with approximately 21.5" circumference at the brim and 8" tall. The hat features a distinctive textured brim and is suitable for crocheters new to hat construction.

Techniques Used

The Medic Hat employs fundamental crochet techniques appropriate for beginner-level crafters. The pattern utilizes foundation single crochet to establish the base, eliminating the need for a separate foundation chain. The hat is worked in the round using slip stitch joins to create a seamless, tubular construction. The brim incorporates an open stitch pattern that creates visual texture and drape, while the crown section uses standard increases and decreases to shape the hat. Back loop only stitching is employed in specific sections to create ribbed texture and definition.

Stitches Used

• Foundation Single Crochet (FSC): Used to create the initial foundation of 130 or 140 stitches, providing a secure and elastic base edge
• Single Crochet (Sc): The primary stitch throughout the pattern for building structure and density
• Single Crochet Through Back Loop (Sctbl): Creates ribbed texture and is used selectively to add definition
• Half Double Crochet (Hdc): Provides medium height and structure in specific sections
• Half Double Crochet Decrease (Hdc2tog): Used for crown shaping to reduce stitch count gradually
• Single Crochet Decrease Through Back Loop (Sc2togtbl): Combines decreasing with back loop technique for textured shaping
• Chain (Ch): Creates spaces in the brim pattern for an open, airy appearance
• Slip Stitch (Sl st): Joins rounds seamlessly and secures stitches

Materials

The Medic Hat is worked in 4-ply yarn weight using Trippin' with Dixi Migration, a premium blend consisting of 60% superwash wool, 20% yak, and 20% silk. One 100-gram skein provides 450 yards of yarn, sufficient for either size. The pattern requires two crochet hooks: a size D/3.25mm hook for the brim to achieve the specified gauge of 6.5 stitches per inch, and a size E/3.5mm hook for the crown sections. A tapestry needle is needed for weaving in yarn ends and finishing.