Cheers! (Beer Mug Hat)

Cheers! (Beer Mug Hat) - Adult size

designed by Jody Hollenbeck/Jolly J Creations August 3, 2012
 
http://www.ravelry.com/projects/jodcold/cheers-hat

Do not join rounds. Mark the beginning of each round.

Hat:
White yarn

1. Using magic circle, ch 2 then work 8 sc into ring. Tighten.
2. 2 hdc in each sc around. (16)
3. *hdc in next hdc, 2 hdc in next hdc; repeat from * 7 more times (24)
4. *hdc in next  2hdc, 2 hdc in next hdc; repeat from * 7 more times (32)
5. *hdc in next 3 hdc, 2 hdc in next hdc; repeat from * 7 more times (40)
6. *hdc in next 4 hdc, 2 hdc in next hdc; repeat from * 7 more times (48)

Switch to gold yarn

7. *hdc in next 5 hdc, 2 hdc in next hdc; repeat from * 7 more times (56)
8. *hdc in next 6 hdc, 2 hdc in next hdc; repeat from * 7 more times (64)
9. *hdc in next 7 hdc, 2 hdc in next hdc; repeat from * 7 more times (72)

Rounds 10-20   hdc in each hdc around (be sure to mark rounds) (72)

Switch to gray yarn

21. hdc in each hdc around, sl st to join gray. Cut yarn and weave in ends.

Handle:
Ch 24, turn, sc in each ch. Ch 2, hdc in each sc. Ch  2, hdc in each hdc. Ch 2, hdc in each hdc.

Fold the handle lengthwise and sew together. Sew it to side of hat as shown in photo.

Foam down side of hat: Use white. Sew a few rows back and forth (this yarn is very forgiving as it is so fluffy-just cover up the gold). Or you could crochet it on to the foam from the front of the hat (whichever is easiest for you).

NOTES: The white yarn is so fluffy that it is difficult to see the stitches (I had to tear it out and start over). I am sure this pattern is forgiving enough that if that white isn't exact it won't be a problem. Have fun with it!