528 – Norwester Hat Pattern
Multi-Sized Pattern - Sizes XS-2XL Size Chart
Skill Level: 2, Easy
For sailors, fishermen, hikers, or any one who goes outdoors in all kinds of weather -- this hat pattern is for you! Sew up this wide-brimmed waterproof hat with a contrast crown for wearing out and about. The pattern has a choice for two brim sizes (All-Weather Hat is a smaller brim; Heavy-Weather is a wider brim and longer in the back), plus a cozy micro-fleece lined crown. The elastic and velcro on the band make it easy to adjust, and keep the brim up when needed. Add the earflaps for warmth, or make it from a lightweight woven fabric for a great sunhat!
Fabric Suggestions:
Crown and Brim Outer Fabric: Lightweight waterproof fabrics such as Ultrex, Goretex, coated nylon taffeta, or lightweight pack cloth.
Crown Lining: Polartec microfleece or other lightweight fleece.
Brim Interfacing: Cordura.
Fabric Requirements, 60" (150cm) wide, All Sizes:
Crown Outer Fabric: 3/8 yd (.34m)
Crown Lining Fabric: 3/8 yd (.34m)
Brim Contrast Fabric: 1/2 yd (.46m)
Brim Interfacing: 1/2 yd (.46m)
For a 1-color hat: You will need 7/8 yd (.8m) for Crown Outer Fabric and Brim Fabric combined.
Notions:
Either Hat: Thread, 3/4 yd (.7m) 5/16" (.7cm) flat cord or lacing, 1/2 yd (.46m) 1" (2.5cm) elastic, one toggle.
All-Weather Hat: 1/3 yd (.3m) 3/4" (2cm) velcro.
Heavy-Weather Hat: 1/8 yd (.12m) 3/4" (2cm) velcro.
This pattern is available as a Paper pattern and PDF pattern. Choose the option you want at the top. The paper pattern will be mailed to you. The PDF pattern will be sent as a link to your email after checkout. The PDF pattern has layered files by size for copy shops (A1 or 36" wide), print at home (A4 or 8.5x11"), and a projector file; as well as instructions.