EDITED: to add the 'buy now' buttons have been removed and these hats have been moved to the post dated December 31, 2008
(make sure you check the previous post for the 3 new hats I added today.) So with my newly improved knitting skills, I decided to do a little experiment. Using the same yarn (Noro, my current favourite - this is from the Kureyon line), I crocheted a wee cap and then knitted one. Although the knitting takes me about 5 times as long, it uses considerably less wool. The crocheted cap is much thicker and the fabric is more stiff. The knitted one is stretchier. They are both for small heads. Although I still love the creative possibilities of crochet, I am enjoying the challenge of knitting. This knitting pattern follows the Elizabeth Zimmermann pattern very closely (with out the nordic pattern). But isn't this yarn great? I love the colours! To me the crochet has the effect of making them even more vibrant - more concentrated.
This wee hat is %100 wool and fits about 40 cm (16"). But it is stretchy so it could fit a bit smaller and a bit bigger. This was my knitting project in Mexico and I was pleased to see that I was not the only one who brought my knitting to the beach...
This crocheted hat is obviously also 100% wool. It has a small ruffled brim. It fits about 45cm (18"). Here is a view from the top so you get an appreciation for the effect of the way the yarn is dyed.
All the hats you see here are one of a kind items. Like a sculptor with a chunk of rock, I am never quite sure what the finished product will be. If you see something that you like but you would like it in a different size or a different style or colour, you can leave a note in the comments and I will e-mail you directly.
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All orders will be sent out by the next day via regular mail.
If you live in Vernon or somewhere close and would like to avoid shipping costs (obviously), please e-mail me at hippiehats@shaw.ca with which hat(s) you would like and I can arrange to bring it to you.
How to Buy Mulitiple Hats
If you would like to order multiple hats, please e-mail me at hippiehats@shaw.ca with the exact hats you would like. I will confirm your order and then bill you via paypal. The shipping will be adjusted accordingly and your hats shipped as soon as payment is received (which is usually immediate).
Refund Policy
Keeping in mind that all heads are different shapes and sizes, if your Hippie Hat doesn't fit or the colour isn't what you thought it was (can be hard to tell exactly from photos) I am more than happy to give you a complete refund (except shipping) as soon as I receive the hat back in the same condition. Feel free to ask about the hat you are interested in - I would be happy to send you more photos or answer questions - leave a comment and I will e-mail you.
About the Models
All the hats are modelled by my two daughters, my brother and ME! I have a huge head - 23.5". My blonde daughter's head is 23" and my little daughter's head is 20" which is large for a 6 year old and a small adult head is usually about the same size. My brother's head is 23". I am very grateful to all my models! Hopefully that gives you some perspective!
(make sure you check the previous post for the 3 new hats I added today.) So with my newly improved knitting skills, I decided to do a little experiment. Using the same yarn (Noro, my current favourite - this is from the Kureyon line), I crocheted a wee cap and then knitted one. Although the knitting takes me about 5 times as long, it uses considerably less wool. The crocheted cap is much thicker and the fabric is more stiff. The knitted one is stretchier. They are both for small heads. Although I still love the creative possibilities of crochet, I am enjoying the challenge of knitting. This knitting pattern follows the Elizabeth Zimmermann pattern very closely (with out the nordic pattern). But isn't this yarn great? I love the colours! To me the crochet has the effect of making them even more vibrant - more concentrated.
This wee hat is %100 wool and fits about 40 cm (16"). But it is stretchy so it could fit a bit smaller and a bit bigger. This was my knitting project in Mexico and I was pleased to see that I was not the only one who brought my knitting to the beach...
This crocheted hat is obviously also 100% wool. It has a small ruffled brim. It fits about 45cm (18"). Here is a view from the top so you get an appreciation for the effect of the way the yarn is dyed.
