Tiff Toque

Tiff Toque Crochet Pattern by Courtney Edworthy

What Is Being Made

The Tiff Toque is a beginner-friendly crochet hat designed by Courtney Edworthy. This downloadable crochet pattern creates a finished hat measuring 8 inches wide by 9.5 inches tall when laid flat with the brim folded. The Tiff Toque is an ideal project for those new to crochet who want to create a wearable accessory with a classic toque silhouette.

Crochet Techniques and Construction Method

The Tiff Toque is constructed using a row-based crochet method rather than working in continuous rounds. The hat is worked flat in rows and then seamed together to form the finished garment. A distinctive construction technique used throughout this pattern is working each stitch into the back loop only of the previous row's stitches. This back-loop-only method creates a ribbed texture and adds visual interest to the finished hat while maintaining the beginner skill level.

Stitches Used

This pattern utilizes fundamental crochet stitches appropriate for a beginner project:

• Yarn over slip stitch (yoslst) — a special stitch created by yarning over, inserting into the stitch, pulling up a loop, and pulling through all loops on the hook
• Single crochet (sc) — a basic foundational stitch
• Slip stitch (sl st) — used for joining and finishing
• Yarn over (yo) — a fundamental technique used in crochet construction

Materials and Tools Required

The Tiff Toque pattern requires approximately 267 yards of DK weight yarn. The designer used Sugar Bush Yarn Crisp for the original pattern. A 5.0 mm / US H crochet hook is required to achieve the proper gauge. Additional materials include a stitch marker for tracking your place in the pattern and a yarn needle for seaming the hat pieces together and weaving in ends.

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 4 inches by 4 inches equaling 18 stitches by 17 rows. Achieving the correct gauge is important for ensuring your finished hat matches the intended dimensions of 8 inches wide by 9.5 inches tall.

Skill Level

This pattern is rated as beginner difficulty, making it an excellent choice for crocheters who are new to the craft or looking for a straightforward project. The use of basic stitches and a simple construction method allows beginners to build confidence while creating a finished, wearable hat.