Crafty Diversions: Amelia Earhart

Amelia Earhart

by Anne Kuo Lukito

Even though she is most famous for being the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean and for her mysterious disappearance, Amelia Earhart (July 24, 1897 – missing July 2, 1937) was a true pioneer in many fields beyond being an aviator.

Ms. Earhart set a staggering array of aviation records, authored best-selling books and founded The Ninety-Nines, an organization for female pilots. She accomplished all this in a time when women had few rights and even sparser career options. To this day, Ms. Earhart’s courage, determination and sense of adventure continue to inspire women to reach for the sky — whether they literally dream of flying or are simply searching for inspiration to make strides in any field.

In designing this hat, I wanted to capture some of her spirit and imagined what the modern-day Amelia Earhart might wear. Adding a buckle brings to mind the classic image of Earhart’s trademark pilot’s helmet, while a flower adds more feminine flair.

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PATTERN DETAILS:

Sizes / Finished Measurements

Includes instructions for Toddler (Child/X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large)

Finished Head Circumference: 16.75 (18.75, 19.25, 20.5, 21.25, 22.75)"/ 42.5 (47.5, 49, 52, 54, 57.5)cm, fits heads up to 2"/ 5cm larger than finished size

Height: 5.25 (5.75, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.25)"/ 53.5 (63.5, 63.5, 68.5, 73.5, 79)cm

Materials

ShiBui Knits Sock (100% merino superwash, 1.75oz/ 50g, 150 yds/ 137m); 2 skeins; color: Periwinkle.
1 US 2/ 2.75 mm 16"/ 40cm or longer circular needle, or size to obtain gauge; 1 extra (optional) circular
1 set US 1/ 2.25mm 16"/ 40cm or longer circular needle, or 1-2 sizes/ 0.5mm smaller than larger needle
1 set US 2/ 2.75 mm double-pointed needles (dpns), or size to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle
Stabilizer material for bill/visor

Gauge

30 sts and 44 rows = 4”/ 10cm in St st with larger needles

Other Pattern Details

Available in 6 different sizes
Clear, concise and professionally edited instructions
Clear diagrams and schematics
Template for visor in actual size - no scaling needed
Several photos
Download File size: 1.42 MB
7 pages, full color

Skills and Techniques Used in Pattern

Seaming, sewing;
Basic shaping and decreasing;
Working in the round on double-pointed needles

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Purchase Pattern (PDF Download) $5.25 (early bird price! Regular price: $6)

from Crafty Diversions:

through Ravelry:

When you click "buy now" or the basket, you will be directed to a Ravelry Pay Pal shop. Enter your Pay Pal or credit card information and follow the instructions. After payment is confirmed, you will receive a link to access and download the electronic file. Pattern is also available for purchase through Patternfish. If you would like a high-resolution hardcopy instead of an electronic pattern, please contact me directly, or visit my etsy store.

Pattern is also available as part of an e-book, Liberation, which is available for pre-sale.

Buy yarn for Amelia Earhart at www.handicraftcafe.com