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Free Hat Patterns

Free Hat Patterns

By Lorain Blanken, About.com

Putting a lid on it has never been cheaper. Use these free sewing,knit and crochet patterns to make hats for every season of the year.

1. How to Wrap a Bandanna on your Head

BandannaRain Blanken
Keep cool in the heat or just look cool all year round. All you need is a handkerchief or bandanna.

2. Knit a Striped Sock Hat

Striped HatSarah E. White
This fun hat can be done in two or more colors. From our Guide to Knitting.

3. Sew an Anime Hat

Anime hatRain Blanken
Anime hats are cute ways to keep your head warm. There are so many different faces and expressions to make, your hat is sure to look original.

4. Sun Blocking Hat for Sports

tennis hatJeff Cooper
"If you're not entirely comfortable with the idea of trusting the health of the skin on your face and neck to sunscreen, a sun-blocking hat might be an alternative." From our Guide to Tennis

5. Crochet Plastic Bag Sunhat

Crochet Plastic Bag HatSherri Osborn
This quick tutorial will show you how to make a simple sunhat out of nothing more than plastic bags. From our Family Crafts Guide.

6. Knit a Scarf Hat

scarf hatSarah E. White
"A scarf hat or hat scarf is the perfect thing to keep your head really warm in the winter months. Because the scarf is attached to the hat, there's no worry that your face or neck are going to get cold." From our Guide to Knitting

7. Sew a Chef's Hat

chef hatThomas Duesing
"Make your own chef's hat for the person who will be manning the grill this summer or for part of a Halloween costume. What ever your purpose, you'll find free directions here." From our Guide to Sewing

8. Sew a Clown Hat

clown hatDebbie Colgrove
"A clown costume is not complete without a hat! The possibilities are endless once you have the basic hat constructed." From our Guide to Sewing.

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