Boy Crochet Sun Hat

Keep your little adventurer cool and shaded with this classic, textured boy crochet sun hat, featuring a customizable contrast band and a sturdy brim.

Finding the perfect summer accessory for a little boy can be surprisingly tricky.

I remember searching high and low for a hat that was both functional and stylish for my own nephew's sunny park days. Most store-bought options are either too flimsy to block the glare or made of stiff, sweaty synthetic materials. Plus, getting a toddler to keep a hat on their head is a sport in itself!

That is why I designed this breathable, cotton-blend sun hat.

It sits comfortably without squeezing, and the sturdy brim stays put even during active play. Today, I am sharing this highly requested pattern with you. It is worked in a seamless spiral, making it a relaxing project that works up in just one evening.

If you have ever struggled with hats that turn out too tight, do not worry. I have included detailed diameter checkpoints so you can guarantee a perfect fit on your very first try.

Why You'll Love This Pattern

• Seamless Construction: Working in a continuous spiral means no ugly seam lines running down the back of the hat.
• Sturdy Brim: The clever stitch pattern ensures the brim holds its shape without needing wire or stiffeners.
• Adjustable Fit: The woven contrast band lets you cinch the hat slightly for a secure fit on windy days.

Materials You'll Need

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (Size 4 medium) in a main color and a coordinating bright shade for the accent band. Cotton or a cotton blend is highly recommended for summer breathability.
• Hook: G (4.25mm) for the 6-12 months size; H (5.0mm) for all other sizes. For the accent band, use an F (3.75mm) hook for the smallest size and a G (4.25mm) hook for all other sizes.
• Notions: Yarn needle for weaving in ends, and a reliable stitch marker.
• Yardage: Approximately 80 to 150 yards of worsted weight yarn, depending on the size you choose to make.

Gauge & Sizing

• Gauge: After completing the first 5 rounds (40 stitches), your circle should measure 4.5 inches in diameter using an H (5.0mm) hook, or 4.25 inches using a G (4.25mm) hook. Adjust your hook size if needed to match this measurement.
• Sizes included: 0-3 Months, 3-6 Months, 6-12 Months, 1-3 Years, and 3-5 Years.
• Finished measurements:
  • 0-3 Months: 14" circumference, 4" height (Diameter after last increase: 4.5")
  • 3-6 Months: 16" circumference, 4.5" height (Diameter after last increase: 5")
  • 6-12 Months: 18" circumference, 5" height (Diameter after last increase: 5.75")
  • 1-3 Years: 19" circumference, 5.5" height (Diameter after last increase: 6")
  • 3-5 Years: 21" circumference, 6" height (Diameter after last increase: 6.5")

Abbreviations & Stitch Instructions

• ch: Chain
• sc: Single Crochet
• hdc: Half Double Crochet
• dc: Double Crochet (used for the band slots in the largest size)
• sl st: Slip Stitch
• BLO (Back Loops Only): To work in BLO, insert your hook only through the rear loop of the stitch, leaving the front loop unworked to create a decorative ridge. If this leaves gaps, insert your hook vertically to catch the loop directly behind the back loop as well.

Pattern Notes

• Skill Level: Easy.
• This pattern is written in US crochet terms.
• The crown of the hat is worked in a continuous spiral without joining or turning. The brim is worked in joined rounds, turning after each round.
• Always mark the first stitch of each round with a stitch marker to keep track of your place in the spiral.
• The starting chain-2 does not count as a stitch throughout the pattern.
• This hat is designed to have a relaxed, comfortable fit rather than fitting snugly like a traditional beanie.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Size 0-3 Months (14" Circumference)

Round 1: Using H hook, ch 4, sl st to first ch to form a ring. Ch 2, work 8 hdc into the ring. Place marker in the first hdc. (8 hdc)

Round 2: Do not turn. Work 2 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker to the first of these 2 hdc. Work 2 hdc in each of the remaining 7 stitches. (16 hdc)

Round 3: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. *Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, 1 hdc in the following stitch; repeat from * around, ending in the stitch before the marker. (24 hdc)

Round 4: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in the next stitch. *Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 stitches; repeat from * around, ending in the stitch before the marker. (32 hdc)

Round 5: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 2 stitches. *Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 stitches; repeat from * around, ending in the stitch before the marker. (40 hdc) [Measure diameter here: 4.5 inches]

Round 6 (BLO): Do not turn. Work 1 sc in the marked stitch, sl st in the next stitch to level the round. Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in the back loop of the next stitch, move marker to this stitch. Work 1 hdc in the back loop of each stitch around to the ch-2, then work 1 hdc in the same stitch as the ch-2. (40 hdc)

Round 7: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each of the next 19 stitches. Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each remaining stitch around. (42 hdc)

Round 8: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 9 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each of the next 21 stitches. Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each stitch until 1 stitch remains. Work 1 sc in the last stitch, then sl st to the marked stitch to level the edge. (44 sts)

Round 9: Do not turn. Ch 2, work 1 hdc in the same stitch as the join. Work 1 hdc in each stitch around, sl st to the first hdc. (44 hdc)

Round 10: Do not turn. Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join. Work 1 sc in each stitch around, sl st to the first sc. (44 sc)

Brim Round 1: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 3 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 4 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 4 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 4 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (52 sc)

Brim Round 2: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 4 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 5 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 4 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 4 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (60 sc)

Brim Round 3: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 7 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 8 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 6 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 6 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (66 sc)

Brim Round 4: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in the next stitch, and 1 sc in each stitch around. Sl st to the first sc. Turn. (66 sc)

Brim Round 5: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 8 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 9 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 6 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 6 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Fasten off. (72 sc)

Brim Round 6 (Contrast Edge): With right side facing up, join contrasting yarn with a sl st near the fasten-off point. Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, and 1 sc in each stitch around. Sl st to the first sc. Fasten off. (72 sc)

Band: Using F hook and contrasting yarn, ch 63. Work 1 sc in the second chain from hook and in each chain across. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Size 3-6 Months (16" Circumference)

Rounds 1-5: Follow the same instructions as the 0-3 Months size. (40 hdc)

Round 6: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 3 stitches. *Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, 1 hdc in each of the next 4 stitches; repeat from * around, ending in the stitch before the marker. (48 hdc) [Measure diameter here: 5 inches]

Round 7 (BLO): Do not turn. Work 1 sc in the marked stitch, sl st in the next stitch to level the round. Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in the back loop of the next stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in the back loop of each stitch around to the ch-2, then work 1 hdc in the same stitch as the ch-2. (48 hdc)

Round 8: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each of the next 23 stitches. Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each remaining stitch around. (50 hdc)

Round 9: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 11 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each of the next 23 stitches. Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each remaining stitch around. (52 hdc)

Round 10: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in each stitch around until 1 stitch remains. Work 1 sc in the last stitch, then sl st to the marked stitch to level the edge. (52 sts)

Round 11: Do not turn. Ch 2, work 1 hdc in the same stitch as the join. Work 1 hdc in each stitch around, sl st to the first hdc. (52 hdc)

Round 12: Do not turn. Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join. Work 1 sc in each stitch around, sl st to the first sc. (52 sc)

Brim Round 1: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 3 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 4 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 2 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 2 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (62 sc)

Brim Round 2: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 4 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 5 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 2 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 2 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (72 sc)

Brim Round 3: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 7 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 8 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * to the end of the round, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (80 sc)

Brim Round 4: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 8 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 9 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * to the end of the round, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (88 sc)

Brim Round 5: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 9 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 10 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * to the end of the round, sl st to the first sc. Fasten off. (96 sc)

Brim Round 6 (Contrast Edge): With right side facing up, join contrasting yarn with a sl st near the fasten-off point. Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 10 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 11 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * to the end of the round, sl st to the first sc. Fasten off. (104 sc)

Band: Using G hook and contrasting yarn, ch 66. Work 1 sc in the second chain from hook and in each chain across. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.

Sizes 6-12 Months & 1-3 Years

Note: Use G hook for 6-12 Months, H hook for 1-3 Years.

Rounds 1-5: Follow the same instructions as the 0-3 Months size. (40 hdc)

Round 6: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 3 stitches. *Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, 1 hdc in each of the next 4 stitches; repeat from * around, ending in the stitch before the marker. (48 hdc)

Round 7: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 4 stitches. *Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, 1 hdc in each of the next 5 stitches; repeat from * around, ending in the stitch before the marker. (56 hdc) [Measure diameter here: 5.75" for G hook, 6" for H hook]

Round 8 (BLO): Do not turn. Work 1 sc in the marked stitch, sl st in the next stitch to level the round. Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in the back loop of the next stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in the back loop of each stitch around to the ch-2, then work 1 hdc in the same stitch as the ch-2. (56 hdc)

Round 9: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each of the next 27 stitches. Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each remaining stitch around. (58 hdc)

Round 10: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 12 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each of the next 27 stitches. Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each remaining stitch around. (60 hdc)

Round 11: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in each stitch around until 1 stitch remains. Work 1 sc in the last stitch, then sl st to the marked stitch to level the edge. (60 sts)

Round 12: Do not turn. Ch 2, work 1 hdc in the same stitch as the join. Work 1 hdc in each stitch around, sl st to the first hdc. (60 hdc)

Round 13: Do not turn. Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join. Work 1 sc in each stitch around, sl st to the first sc. (60 sc)

Brim Round 1: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 5 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 6 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 4 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 4 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (68 sc)

Brim Round 2: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 6 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 7 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 4 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 4 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (76 sc)

Brim Round 3: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 8 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 9 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 6 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 6 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (83 sc)

Brim Round 4: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 9 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 10 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 6 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 6 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (90 sc)

Brim Round 5: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in the next stitch, and 1 sc in each stitch around. Sl st to the first sc. Turn. (90 sc)

Brim Round 6: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 10 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 11 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 6 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 6 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (97 sc)

Brim Round 7: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in the next stitch, and 1 sc in each stitch around. Sl st to the first sc. (97 sc)

Last Round (6-12 Months Only): Fasten off main color. With right side facing up, join contrasting yarn near the fasten-off point. Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 7 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 7 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * to the end of the round, sl st to the first sc. Fasten off. (109 sc)

Brim Round 8 (1-3 Years Only): Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 11 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 12 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 6 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 6 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Fasten off. (104 sc)

Last Round (1-3 Years Only): With right side facing up, join contrasting yarn near the fasten-off point. Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 4 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 5 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 2 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 2 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Fasten off. (121 st)

Band: Using G hook and contrasting yarn, ch 68 for 6-12 Months, or ch 75 for 1-3 Years. Work 1 sc in the second chain from hook and in each chain across. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.

Size 3-5 Years (21" Circumference)

Rounds 1-7: Follow the same instructions as the 6-12 Months size (using H hook). (56 hdc)

Round 8: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 12 stitches. *Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, 1 hdc in each of the next 13 stitches; repeat from * around, ending in the stitch before the marker. (60 hdc) [Measure diameter here: 6.5 inches]

Round 9 (BLO): Do not turn. Work 1 sc in the marked stitch, sl st in the next stitch to level the round. Ch 2. Work 1 hdc in the back loop of the next stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in the back loop of each stitch around to the ch-2, then work 1 hdc in the same stitch as the ch-2. (60 hdc)

Round 10: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each of the next 29 stitches. Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each remaining stitch around. (62 hdc)

Round 11: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in each of the next 14 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each of the next 30 stitches. Work 2 hdc in the next stitch, then 1 hdc in each remaining stitch around. (64 hdc)

Round 12: Do not turn. Work 1 hdc in the marked stitch, move marker. Work 1 hdc in each stitch around until 1 stitch remains. Work 1 sc in the last stitch, then sl st to the marked stitch to level the edge. (64 sts)

Round 13 (Eyelet Round): Do not turn. Ch 3, work 1 dc in the same stitch as the join, move marker. Work 1 dc in each stitch around, sl st to the first dc. (64 dc)

Round 14: Do not turn. Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join. Work 1 sc in each stitch around, sl st to the first sc. (64 sc)

Brim Round 1: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 6 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 7 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * to the end of the round, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (72 sc)

Brim Round 2: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 7 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 8 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * to the end of the round, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (80 sc)

Brim Round 3: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 9 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 10 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 3 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 3 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (87 sc)

Brim Round 4: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 10 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 11 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 3 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 3 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (94 sc)

Brim Round 5: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in the next stitch, and 1 sc in each stitch around. Sl st to the first sc. Turn. (94 sc)

Brim Round 6: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 11 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 12 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 3 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 3 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Turn. (101 sc)

Brim Round 7: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in the next stitch, and 1 sc in each stitch around. Sl st to the first sc. Turn. (101 sc)

Brim Round 8: Ch 1, work 1 sc in the same stitch as the join, 1 sc in each of the next 12 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. *Work 1 sc in each of the next 13 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 3 stitches remain. Work 1 sc in the last 3 stitches, sl st to the first sc. Fasten off. (108 sc)

Brim Round 9 (Contrast Edge): With right side facing up, join contrasting yarn near the fasten-off point. Ch 2, work 1 hdc in the same stitch as the join, 1 hdc in each of the next 6 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch. *Work 1 hdc in each of the next 7 stitches, 2 hdc in the next stitch; repeat from * until 4 stitches remain. Work 1 hdc in the last 4 stitches, sl st to the first hdc. Fasten off. (121 sts)

Band: Using G hook and contrasting yarn, ch 77. Work 1 hdc in the second chain from hook and in each chain across. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.

Assembly & Finishing (All Sizes)

Weave in all loose yarn tails securely. Locate the round of half double crochet stitches directly above the brim (or the double crochet round for the largest size).

Thread your contrast band in and out through these stitches, passing the band under two stitches for every four or five stitches. Overlap the two ends of the band and sew them together neatly with your yarn needle.

Easy Variations & Custom Ideas

• Striped Crown: Alternate colors every two rounds on the crown to create a fun, nautical stripe effect.
• Girly Twist: Swap the boyish colors for soft pastels and add a flower appliqué to turn this into a sweet girl's hat, similar to our Lady Nell Sun Hat.
• Chin Ties: If your little one is prone to pulling off hats, slip stitch to the inside of the brim on both sides and chain a long tie to secure under the chin.
• Elastic Band: Sew a thin piece of elastic inside the brim to help the hat stay snug on windy beach days.
• Matching Set: Pair this hat with a cozy sweater using our Poppy Baby Sweater Pattern for a wonderful baby shower gift.
• Colour ideas: Navy blue with a bright orange band, olive green with a cream band, or classic beige with a red band.
• Yarn substitutions: Any breathable worsted weight cotton or cotton-acrylic blend (like Sable Sugar'n Cream, Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran, or Caron Cotton Cakes).

Common Troubleshooting & Fixes

• Problem: The crown is ruffling or curling too much.
  Fix: Check your gauge. If your circle is larger than the target diameter after the increase rounds, your tension might be too loose. Try switching to a smaller hook.
• Problem: The back loop only (BLO) round is leaving large, unsightly holes.
  Fix: Instead of inserting your hook under just the top back loop, insert it vertically down so you catch both the back loop and the third loop hiding directly behind it.
• Problem: The brim is floppy and won't stand out.
  Fix: Your single crochet stitches in the brim might be too loose. Try working them with a tighter tension or drop down a hook size for the brim rounds to make the fabric stiffer.
• Problem: I am losing track of my rounds in the spiral.
  Fix: Always move your stitch marker up to the very first stitch of the new round. If you get lost, count your stitches from the magic ring outward using the spiral ridges.

Care Instructions

To keep this hat looking its best, hand wash in cold water with a mild detergent. Reshape the crown and lay it flat on a dry towel to air dry. Avoid machine drying, as cotton can shrink and lose its shape.

Final Thoughts

There is nothing quite like seeing a little one run around in something you made with your own two hands. This sun hat is a quick, satisfying project that you'll find yourself making again and again. Happy crocheting, and enjoy those sunny days!