FREE PATTERN

The splice hat

Keep cool and make a statement with this wide-brimmed hat. Fun, functional, and your new summer go-to.

Stay shielded from the sun in the most stylish way with our latest free pattern: The Splice Hat.

This sun hat design is quick and enjoyable to sew, and works beautifully in many fabric types.

Whether you're a confident beginner looking to build up your skills, or just looking for a refreshing pattern in between bigger makes, the Splice Hat is a satisfying project with a big impact.

The Splice Hat is a wide-brimmed sun hat with modern lines designed for balmy days. Inspired by the classic fisherman hat, it features a cord threaded through the side seams, keeping the hat secure while adding a playful detail.

The open back detail and topstitched panels bring a utilitarian edge to this functional summer accessory.

Skill level: Confident beginner

Pattern info

Included
  • PDF pattern in A4, A3 and US letter formats.
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  • Instruction booklet with illustrations
Skill level

Confident beginner

Materials

We recommend using a mid-weight woven fabric with a structured hand feel to maintain the shape of the hat. 

If your fabric is too soft or floppy, you will need to add a stable fusible interfacing. Don’t hesitate to test different fusing options to find what works best for your chosen fabric.

If you decide to use interfacing, your hat will require a lining. Instructions for both the unlined and lined versions are included in this pattern.

  • 40cm of main fabric
  • 20cm of lining (lined version)
  • 20cm of stable fusing (lined version)
  • 1.5m of cord
  • 1 spool of sewing thread
  • 4 additional spools of thread if using an overlocker
  • 1 spool of topstitching thread (optional)
Tools
  • Sewing machine
  • Iron
  • Scissors
  • Pins

Optional (unlined version):

  • Overlocker. Alternatively, you can use the zigzag stitch on your regular sewing machine

Follow along the sewing tutorial here: