What will decorate the summer wardrobe of any little fashionista, give his image completeness and special charm? Of course, a Panama hat. For a boy, you can crochet a light hat literally in the evening or even during a walk: while the kids are running with a ball or enthusiastically digging in the sandbox, the handicraft mother will create a cute little thing.
What kind of Panama hat can be for a boy (crocheted)
Compared to models for girls, boys' hats look more formal and classic. There are subtypes of panama hats: hats with brims, without brims, and caps. They all knit approximately the same, only the lower part differs. The decoration of this wardrobe item most often includes traditionally boyish themes: cars, trains, boats, super heroes, etc., as well as unisex themes: animals and cartoon characters. Making it from yarn of different colors and textures will add originality to the product.
Crochet hat for a boy: let's get started
Knitting for children follows the napkin principle. The starting point is either a ring of air loops, or a self-tightening ring if you don’t want there to be a hole in the top of the Panama hat. This clever technique is often used in knitting hats. The tip of the thread is wound around the finger 1.5-2 turns, then a hook is inserted into the resulting loop and 6-8 single crochets are knitted. After this, you need to pull the tail - and the loop will tighten. Next, knitting continues either with a fillet mesh or according to the pattern of any napkin you like. The flat part (bottom of the Panama hat) should be about 15-20 centimeters in diameter. To more accurately determine this value, measure the circumference of the baby's head and divide the resulting number by 3.14.
Crochet hat for a boy: continue knitting
Once the desired diameter of the circle is reached, begin to gradually reduce the increments. You will see that the edges of the future hat begin to bend. After 2-3 rows, stop adding stitches altogether and knit in the round until the required depth is reached. What is she like? If the model is in front of you, then it is best to focus on fitting. If not, then usually for preschoolers and primary schoolchildren they take a value of 13-15 cm, for older children - 16-18 cm.
Fields and visors
If there are no brims planned for a Panama hat, then when the required depth is reached, they simply stop knitting it. It is best to go along the edge with a row of single crochets using some contrasting yarn. In the case where fields are needed, they are knitted by adding loops to the desired width. It all depends on the specific model. The visor is made exclusively with single crochets, otherwise it will not hold its shape. Its meaning is the same as that of the brim, only in this case it is tied to the entire edge, not half, and the closing of the loops does not occur simultaneously, but gradually from the edges to the center.
Final touches
So you have crocheted a hat for a boy, now it would be nice to decorate it. There are two easiest and fastest ways to do this:
- Knit a figurine or several of contrasting threads and sew on it.
- Buy ready-made thermal decal and glue it.
Either way is good. The choice depends only on what you prefer, and the result will be equally wonderful.
Even on the warmest summer days, a hat is a must-have for every person. This is especially true for children, since they are the ones most exposed to sunlight. Therefore, a hat or cap should definitely be in every child’s wardrobe.
This Shaggy Bear Panama Hat is suitable for both boys and girls. It is designed for a child 3–4 years old, with a head circumference of 52 cm.
To knit the summer Panama hat “Shaggy Bear” we will need:
- scissors,
- hook number 2,
- "Jeans" yarn in white and blue colors,
- White “Grass” yarn
- and thread with a needle.
Crochet summer hat for a boy - master class for beginners with photo, description and diagram:
First, we cast on 5 air loops from white Denim yarn.
Now we close the resulting chain into a ring using a connecting post, and then knit 3 air loops for lifting.
We knit the 3rd row like this: we also cast on 3 chain loops for the pattern (there will be 6 loops in total), make 1 double crochet in the same loop (then 1 double crochet in the second loop from the hook, 1 chain crochet, again 1 double crochet in the same loop). Repeat the pattern indicated in brackets until the end of the row. You will get it like this:
We knit the 4th row as follows: 6 chain loops (3 for lifting and 3 for the pattern), (1 double crochet in the third loop from the hook, 3 chain loops, again 1 double crochet in the third loop from the original). Repeat the pattern in brackets until the end of the row. You will get these “cells”:
We knit the pattern in this way approximately to the level of the back of the head, after which we begin to knit double crochets exactly under each other to make even squares.
We knit this way until the middle of the child’s ears.
After this, we knit one row with single crochets, not forgetting to make 1 air loop at the beginning of the row for lifting.
Now we take blue yarn and attach it to the edge of the knitted hat.
Next we will make the edges of the summer panama hat. We knit 1 row of single crochet stitches, making an increase every 6-8 stitches. To add a loop, you just need to knit 1 single crochet into the same loop of the previous row.
We knit the second and subsequent rows without changes, that is, with ordinary single crochets. There must be at least seven such rows.
As soon as the edge of the hat is tied, tear off the thread and carefully hide the tip on the inside of the hat.
Take the “Grass” yarn and tie the edge of the Panama hat with single crochets. After knitting loops from this yarn, you need to fluff the edge of the hat a little with your fingers so that the fluff along the edge is more fluffy.
To knit the ears, we cast on 5 chain loops from blue yarn.
We close the chain into a ring again using a connecting post.
Now we knit 1 chain stitch for lifting, and then we knit single crochets only up to half the ring, inserting the hook into the hole of the ring.
Then we make 1 air loop for lifting, and then turn the knitting. Next, we knit single crochets along the resulting semicircle. And so 3 rows.
Next, we tie the edges of the ears in single crochets with “Grass” yarn, finally fluffing it again with our fingers. You can also do this with a crochet hook, carefully inserting it into the “fluffs” knitted in loops. But in this case you need to be careful so as not to accidentally stretch the loop.
After this, all we have to do is sew the ears to the base of the hat.
The summer Panama hat for the boy “Shaggy Bear” is ready.
A master class on crocheting a Panama hat for a boy was prepared by: Elena Sharygina especially for the site .ru
I present to your attention a master class on crocheting a Panama hat for a boy aged 1 - 2 years (length - 47 cm).
In the last master class we knitted an original one, now we’ll complement the baby’s outfit with an interesting and stylish panama hat.
To work, we will need a skein of yarn 35 g blue 100% bamboo (100 g - 440 m), as well as hook number 3.
Crochet Panama Hat
MAIN PART OF THE BANAMA
Knitting is repeated from * to *.
We collect a chain of 5 air loops and close them into a ring.
1 row– we tie the ring with 6 single crochets.
2nd row- we knit with a fillet net: in each loop of the first row we knit a double crochet, in every 2nd loop we knit 2 double crochets, between the stitches we knit one chain loop - in total there are 12 stitches in this row
3rd row- three lifting loops, *3 chain stitches, double crochet in an arch* - 12 stitches in total.
4 row- three lifting loops, *in each arch - 4 double crochets, one chain stitch * - 48 stitches in total.
5 row- three lifting loops, *4 chain loops, double crochet in an arch*.
6 row
7 row– three lifting loops, *7 chain stitches, double crochet in an arch*.
8 row– three lifting loops, *in each arch – 8 double crochets, 2 chain loops*.
9 row– three lifting loops, *4 chain loops, double crochet in the center of the arch between the 4th and 5th stitches, 4 chain loops, double crochet in the arch* (photo 1).
10 row– three lifting loops, *in each arch – 5 double crochets, 2 chain loops* (photo 2).
11 row– three lifting loops, *5 chain stitches, double crochet in an arch* (photo 3).
12 row– three lifting loops, *in each arch – 6 double crochets, 2 chain loops*.
13 row– three lifting loops, *6 chain stitches, double crochet in an arch*.
14 row– three lifting loops, *in each arch – 7 double crochets, 2 chain loops*.
15 row
16 row– three lifting loops, *in each arch – 6 double crochets, 2 chain loops*.
17 row– three lifting loops, *5 chain stitches, double crochet in an arch*.
18 row– three lifting loops, *in each arch – 6 double crochets, 1 chain stitch* (photo 4).
Row 19– three lifting loops, *5 chain stitches, double crochet in an arch*.
20 row– three lifting loops, *in each arch – 6 double crochets, 1 chain stitch* (photo 5).
21 row – 23 row– one lifting loop, in each loop we knit 1 single crochet.
The main part of the hat is ready!
Crochet brim for hat
1 row we knit with convex single crochets. After every 3rd column we make one increase. We complete the row with a connecting loop (photo 6).
Next 9 rows we knit with single crochets in each loop (photo 7).
If desired, you can knit the fields narrower or wider (photo 8).
Decorate the hat with an octopus (photo 9).
The Panama hat for our boy is ready!(photo 10).
Panama hat for a boy crochet video
You can watch the entire process of knitting a Panama hat in more detail in the MK video.
In the first part we knit the base of the Panama hat:
Part 1
In the second part, we knit the Panama hat, knit the brim and decorate it with additional decor:
Part 2
A knitted Panama hat is a wonderful accessory that complements the outfit of both a little girl or boy, and an adult fashionista. What could be more pleasant than a beautiful thing knitted by a mother's caring hands? The product will be unique, making your baby stand out from the crowd of other children, as well as comfortable, exactly the right size and made with love. In addition, yarn is cheaper than a ready-made store-bought hat, and children outgrow even the most beautiful things so quickly.
But don’t think that a Panama hat is just a children’s accessory. Openwork summer models with wide brims will look great on an adult girl, complementing both playful romantic and casual styles.
Knitting a Panama hat with knitting needles is not that difficult. There are various schemes, and some of them are quite simple to implement, which means that even a novice needlewoman can handle them. However, if you are an experienced craftswoman and you want something special, then you can choose a more complex option, play with patterns, decorations and various threads. Wide brim or lack thereof, a visor that makes the panama hat look like a cap, flowers, ribbons, lace - the flight of your imagination is unlimited.
What yarn is best to knit a Panama hat with knitting needles?
It depends solely on your taste, desires and what kind of weather your new thing is intended for. For the summer, panama hats knitted from cotton are better suited, perhaps with the addition of viscose, acrylic or silk for greater wearability of the product and easier washing. Cotton allows the scalp to breathe, even if the baby plays very actively on a hot sunny day. For cooler times, you can use merino wool or alpaca wool.
If you are just starting to learn knitting, then it is better to choose a plain light yarn, quite thick and dense, because... in this case the loops will be clearly visible.
On the Internet, by searching for “Panama hat pattern,” you can find many master classes on how to crochet a Panama hat, but absolutely wonderful models can be easily made on knitting needles. Below are diagrams of a Panama hat, from which any fashionista will be able to choose something to suit her taste.
Panama hat with knitting needles, ideas from the Internet
Knitted green Panama hat
A magnificent Panama hat made of cotton yarn will protect your baby's head from the heat, and the soft brim will save you from the bright sun.
Panama hat size: 0-3/3-6/6-9 months.
You will need: 50 g of light green, a little blue and light blue yarn (100% cotton, 125 m/50 g); knitting needles No. 3.25 and No. 5.
interesting selection for the site 22 models only for girlsKnitted Panama hat for girls
A summer panama hat can be knitted not only with crochet, but also with knitting needles. A simple pattern and a combination of contrasting colors of yarn is a favorite technique for most knitters. If you combine white and lilac colors, then this panama hat looks like a field bell.
Size: 50-52.
You will need:
- Materials: 100 grams of yarn, some yarn for finishing, beads.
- Tools: knitting needles No. 3.5, hook No. 2.
Knitting technique: knitting, garter knitting.
Panama hat with knitting needles Striped
The knitted Panama hat “Stripes” is made in garter stitch, and I give a description of the whole process in such detail that even a beginner can master this summer hat with knitting needles.
By the way, knitting the same Panama hat for an adult using this description is also not difficult. So get started – there’s still a whole summer month ahead, and knitting won’t take up much of your time!
Knitted Panama hat for girls
Head circumference: 52-54 cm.
You will need: “Baby Cotton” yarn (100% mercerized cotton, 330 m/100 g) – 30 g purple, yellow and green leftovers, knitting needles No. 2.5, sock knitting needles No. 2.5, crochet hook No. 2.5.
Summer Panama hat with knitting needles for 1-2 years
For knitting you will need: 1 skein of Lily of the Valley yarn (100% cotton, 115m/50g), circular knitting needles No. 3 or others.
Knitting density: 18 p./16 r. = 10x10 cm.
Summer Panama hat with leaf
For knitting we will need summer yarn (100% cotton, cotton + bamboo, cotton + viscose, microfiber) 150-180 m. in 50 g. Yarn consumption is 20-40 grams, depending on the thickness of the yarn and the size. Stocking needles (sock needles) 5 pcs. and circular 40-50 cm. No. 2.5. Hook No. 2.
Openwork hat “Kristina”
Panama hat with knitting needles, models from our website
Women's Panama hat knitted
For knitting you will need: 80 g of medium thickness yarn (100% cotton) fuchsia color. SPOKES No. 3,5 and 4.
Garter stitch (plate, knitting): all stitches.
Knit stitch (knit stitch): knit. R. – persons P.; purl R. - purl P.
Knit a fantasy pattern using knitting needles according to the pattern.
An impressive and comfortable Panama hat for girls. Knitted with circular knitting needles number 3.75 from Pekhorka “Children's cotton” yarn. Consumption 56 grams for a head circumference of 51 cm. The basic diagram is shown in the photograph. The fields are knitted one number smaller. Scheme
White openwork panama hat with knitting needles
This openwork Panama hat is topped with a decorative flower with a core in the shape of a button - a bee.
Cap for head circumference: 42-46 cm.
To knit a Panama hat you will need: 50 g of white, a little yellow and green yarn (cotton blend yarn, 125 m/50 g), a set of stocking needles No. 3, hook No. 2.5, 1 bee button.
Knitted openwork panama hat for girls
Age – 2 years. You will need: 100-150 g of yarn; knitting needles No. 4, a little satin ribbon for finishing
Panama hat with knitting needles, video lessons on knitting
Panama hat in the shape of a bowler hat. Knitted from top to bottom, with ruffles along the brim. Suitable for summer and spring. On exhaust gas 47-48 cm for 2 years.
You will need: 100% cotton yarn, knitting needles No. 2.5 mm.
In the first part we knit the bottom of the Panama hat:
Part 2: crown, headband and ruffles of the Panama hat:
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Master class on knitting a Panama hat with knitting needles
Materials: cotton yarn or cotton with acrylic, knitting needles, circular knitting needles.
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Panama knitting for beginners
Yarn Pekhorka Pearl (100g/425m; 50% cotton, 50% viscose) thread in 2 folds; knitting needles No. 3. Size – 51 cm.
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They find their place until the next autumn-winter season.
Despite the fact that the hot summer will not come soon, the spring sun may very well heat up your baby’s head and cause heatstroke. Therefore, be sure to make sure that your child’s wardrobe includes panama hats and summer berets by the end of the winter period.
When the bright sun is shining outside, put a light wide-brimmed Panama hat on your child’s head, which will not only protect against sunstroke, but also save the delicate areas of the neck and ears from sunburn.
Today you can buy very beautiful sewn panama hats for boys and girls. But you can knit comfortable and original hats for the summer with your own hands. Lightweight Panama hats for children, crocheted from cotton yarn, are very comfortable and allow the scalp to breathe well. Children are very active and often the baby’s head under a purchased hat is simply wet with sweat after active street games! A crocheted Panama hat (or a hat with a visor) will help avoid such problems.
Absolutely any woman can crochet a stylish and child-friendly baby hat! It is enough to master the simple basics of crocheting and learn to read diagrams describing the stages of work. In this material you will find step-by-step master classes for beginning needlewomen on crocheting panama hats for children with diagrams, detailed descriptions, photo and video lessons. It is also important to learn how to choose the right quality yarn suitable for knitting children's clothes and a hook of the appropriate size (by number). Knitted headwear for a child can be additionally decorated with elegant decorations (flowers, butterflies for girls or airplanes, cars for boys), which are also very easy to knit with your own hands.
For boys, more classic and formal Panama hats with various “boyish” decorations (cartoon characters, trains, boats, cars) are often knitted. Models of hats for children with and without brims, with a visor in the form of a cap, look very stylish. Panama hats for girls are often decorated with strings, designs, and flowers in the kanzashi style.
2. USEFUL TIPS FOR BEGINNER KNITTERS. PREPARATION FOR CROCHETING CHILDREN'S PANAMAS
10 tips:
If you are crocheting for the first time, then choose a plain light yarn. Melange threads consisting of several different colors are not the best option for a beginning knitter, since the loops are not very clearly visible while working.
Before you buy the yarn you like for knitting hats for children, be sure to study the composition of the yarn. It is not advisable to buy fleecy angora, mohair, threads with lurex, or polyamide for knitting children's clothes. The less synthetics in the yarn, the more suitable it is for knitting clothes for children. Composition of yarn for summer children's hats may include cotton, high-quality acrylic and viscose, silk (for warm hats - alpaca wool or merino wool). To knit children's panama hats for the summer, you can choose yarn consisting of 55-60% cotton plus a little acrylic and silk viscose (to improve the wearability of the knitted product and safe washing).
When choosing yarn for crocheting, be sure to pay attention to how the thread is twisted. On sale you can find yarn consisting of poorly twisted 3-4 threads. It is very difficult to knit with such threads, since during work individual threads get caught and you need to constantly control each hook with a hook.
Choosing a suitable crochet hook. It is best to use a metal hook with a plastic handle. It is important to choose the correct hook number (which corresponds to the thickness of the tool). The upper part of the hook should not be too rounded (since it is difficult to pierce the knitting fabric with such a hook), and also not too sharp so as not to injure your fingers. During operation, the hook is held in the same way as the handle and the upper part of the tool is directed towards you.
While working, the end of the thread must be thrown over the index finger on the left hand (if the hook is in the right) towards yourself and held with the thumb. The loops on the hook can be held with the middle finger of your right hand
Be sure to knit a sample of the future product before starting work. Knit the fabric in the form of a small rectangle. You can wash, steam the sample, and let it dry. This way you can more accurately select the size of a hat for your child. , taking into account the density of the knitting.
In the process of knitting panama hats and many other hats, the napkin principle is used. At the very beginning of the work, you can make a self-tightening ring or a ring of air loops (if you want there to be a hole at the top of the headdress).
You can wind the end of the thread around your finger several turns and knit 6-8 single crochets, inserting the hook into the resulting loop. All you have to do is pull the thread a little and it will tighten. After this, you can continue knitting according to the pattern of any napkin (for example, with a fillet mesh). In order to accurately select the size of the bottom of a Panama hat, you can measure the circumference of the child’s head and divide the result by 3.14. The diameter of the flat part of the headdress is approximately 16-21 cm.
Start gradually reducing the increases after the edges of the future panama hat begin to bend. Knit a few more rows and do not add any more loops, forming the depth of the children's Panama hat
If you do not plan to knit the fabric, forming fields, then you can knit several columns in a circle (taking, for example, yarn of a different color - more contrasting).
If the Panama hat model includes brims (especially important for protecting very young children from the sun), then continue knitting the fabric, adding loops to the desired width.
If you want to make a visor instead of a continuous brim of a Panama hat, then knit single crochets so that it is denser and holds its shape. Closing the loops is done gradually from the edges to the center, and not simultaneously.
Crocheted bucket hats for children will look especially stylish and modern if you decorate them with thermal appliqué, embroider several figures on the top of the hats, or sew crocheted flowers to the brim (models for girls).
Basics for beginner needlewomen:
- How to form a chain of air loops with crochet, as well as knit double crochets, double crochets, half double crochets, knit stitches and purl stitches.
- What do the symbols mean on knitting patterns?
- What simple patterns to start learning crochet with.
Now let's move on to the crochet lessons with a description of the stages of work with photos for beginner knitters.
3. DESCRIPTION OF CROCHETING STEPS AND PATTERNS. MK ON KNITTING MODERN PANAMAS FOR BOYS AND GIRLS
Master class 1
Master class 2
KNITTING WITH YOUR OWN HANDS
