Pattern Description:
Four lined hats, each offered in XS, S, M and L. A; contrast lining, D; contrast band and bow.
Pattern Sizing:
XS 52cm (20.5 in), S 55cm (21.5 in); M 57cm (22.5 in); L 60cm (23.5 in) I made the S
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you had finished sewing it?
Yes. I made view C, leaving off the chin straps
Were the instructions easy to follow?
yes
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
It is a nice stylish hat, easy to make. The slightly shaped top and crown lend a chic, vaguely Indiana Jones-ish air to the hat.
Really, there is absolutely nothing to dislike about this pattern; it's a hat, and it works!
Fabric Used:
cotton corduroy
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
None. But if a wider brimmed hat was desired; it would be a cinch to just add a few centimetres on to the outer edge of the brim curve to achieve this.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
I expect so, and yes 
Conclusion:
This is a great basic pattern which I think will be very useful. I made mine in ivory corduroy for a summery-looking, wide-brimmed sunhat, but as illustrated on the pattern envelope it would work equally well made up in tweed, or a richly coloured velvet or some other winter appropriate fabric to make a smart version for winter.
I have more details, and pictures of different views of the hat on my blog here
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Pattern with more than 5 reviews!
Fabulous! It looks great.
2/17/13 1:05 AM
Fabulous hat Carolyn !! You have inspired me to find my pattern and dig into my recyling pile. Thanks for your VH review :-)
2/17/13 2:08 AM
I think the extra seams make the hat more interesting. It's a perfect sun shelter hat and so chic. Your photo shoot in making me very envious.
2/17/13 8:00 AM
Cute hat and it looks great!
2/17/13 10:16 AM
Very cute hat. I like the directional seaming in your hat. I think it adds design interest. The most important part is that it stays on your head in wind. Well done. You should be proud of yourself.
2/17/13 11:12 AM
I love your hat. I bought this pattern a few months ago after seeing a lovely, but pricey, hat in a shop. No way could I justify $90 for a sunhat. Yours looks every bit as good. I'm off to see what I have just lying about that I can turn into a hat. I agree with Barb that your extra seaming looks intentional and stylish.
2/17/13 11:22 AM
Great hat. Love how you recycled the jeans. The hat looks very nice on you.
2/17/13 7:11 PM
Great hat - thanks for the tips for sewing from recycled items.
2/18/13 8:00 AM