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Monday, June 13, 2016

Monday Morning Inspiration/Hats For The Sun

On a recent visit to my dermatologist, we talked about the rise in skin cancer. He told me that when he was a student, melanoma was quite rare. He said that he sadly sees it every week now.

I have become vigilant about protecting my skin. Not only do I use sun block, I wear hats. Since we are talking about bathing suits with the current sew along over at Sew News, I thought it might be fun to take a look at a few hats. And even better, the patterns are free!!! 

While not a big brim, this hat that I made for a Thrifty Thursday post is super cute and does offer some shading on the face. You can see my post and find the pattern HERE.

Once again, not a large brim hat that offers a lot of protection, but this Newsboy Cap from Waffle Patterns is fun to wear, stores easily in your bag, and shades the face. You can find the post and a link to the pattern HERE


And we can't forget the baby, especially with their very sensitive skin. This little bonnet pattern from Purl Soho is perfect as it is also reversible. Make up a bunch to have on hand for baby showers. You can find a link to the free pattern HERE.



I have not made this pattern, but based on the beautiful results I had with the top pattern that I made about a month ago, I would recommend this Papavero hat pattern. You can find a link to the pattern HERE 


I gave this pattern from Martha Stewart a try quite some time ago and did not have great results. But, I have read a few reviews that were very positive, so maybe they made some changes to the pattern. It offers a wider brim and is still very packable. I will give it another try later this week and get back to you on my results. Fingers crossed! If you are brave and would like to go ahead and give it a try, you can find the pattern HERE. It comes in adult and children sizes.


Although the hat below is on a child, it was made for an adult. The author of Sugar Cubes and Spice Cakes said that she is much more comfortable behind the camera. Why not when you have such cute models?!! Do pop over to her blog and check out the hat as it is adorable. The pattern is from Hot Patterns and you can find the free download HERE.


So cute for the beach, and offers lots of protection from the sun is this super cute, flower power hat from Very Purple Person. I have not made the hat, but my suggestion would be to do a muslin of the crown prior to cutting the hat out of your fashion fabric. You can try the crown on and decide if it works, or if a few adjustments need to be made. You can download the pattern for free HERE.  

Over the weekend I made up this hat and I loved it so much that I decided to make 2, one in regular denim and the other in white denim. The brim is not too large, but large enough to offer shading without restricting my view.
You can find the pattern HERE. The hat is reversible, so you'll get lots of use out of it. A little later today, I'll be back with pictures of me in the hat as well as a tutorial. The instructions are fine, but I will show you a little better way of making the hat. 


And last but not least, another hat for the baby, or toddler. I included this hat for 2 reasons, first of all I LOVE the stripes!!! I have to give this a try for myself. Second, I think the addition of the grosgrain tie is perfect and a great addition for a small child who would most likely take the hat off without the tie. But hey, I think I want one with a tie too!!! The pattern is from Shwin and Shwin and you can find the pattern HERE.



As you head out today, be sure and use that sun screen. It does no one any good sitting in the cabinet! And grab a hat, not only do they help to protect, they are fun to wear :)  

16 comments:

  1. Oh wow, what brilliant patterns. I do have to say that I am completely in love with the black and white striped one. It is gorgeous. Thanks for sharing all these links Xx

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  2. Thank you! So cute. I've never tried hats before but you are tempting me...

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  3. I just love the variety and good taste in your pattern recommendations. The only problem I have is that I have this dreadful urge to go try them out NOW, but I already have a WIP and to-do list longer than my expected life span. Love your blog though, so you're forgiven.

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  4. Thanks Rhonda-I need some more hats :-)

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  5. Thank-you so much for this post and highly recommending people to wear hats and to make them. Sadly, I live in the Melanoma capital of the world, Queensland, Australia and lost my husband who was only 51 to this insidious disease 9 years ago. Genetics does have a big part to play with this cancer and if you were born with red hair and blue eyes, you are in a high risk group and sun protection is essential. Last year I completed a 3 year millinery course where I learnt hat pattern making skills as well as making all types of hats. The under-lying reason for me to do this course was to make stylish hats that women would want to wear in our burning sun. Most hats follow basic patterns and your selection that you have posted are all hats that can be given personal touches to as well as extending brims for better coverage.

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    1. Dear Marjorie, I am so very sorry to hear that you lost your husband. My husband has been battling skin cancer for the last 10 years. So far, we have been fortunate as what was found could be cut out, or the treatments have worked. But his fight is what has prompted me to be so careful with the sun. Thank you for sharing your story. Others will surely benefit from what you have shared. Again, thank you.

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  6. Great hats, and very important advice. As someone who burns quickly in sunshine a hat is a great idea. I am trying to decide my next project so may make one of these today. Thanks Rhonda!

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  7. I will take a good look at those hats. In the meantime, here is an article listing the best and worst sunscreens for adults and kids.

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    1. The link to the article didn't come through. If you have a chance, send it again and I will make sure it gets published.

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  8. I am going to enjoy feasting on these ... FIESTA ;)

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  9. Just saw your reply to my comment regarding sunscreens. Let's try again.

    http://www.motherjones.com/environment/2016/05/sunscreen-best-uva-skin-cancer-protection-2016

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    1. Thanks! I thought it was very interesting that the article talks about the fact that we need to be doing more, like wearing hats, sunglasses, and spending time in the shade. Thanks so much for sharing the article.

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  10. Great post, Rhonda! I am a dedicated hat wearer, especially being in Florida, where the sun is so strong. Thank you for all the great links! <3

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    1. Hi Andrea!! So nice to hear from you. Hope all is well.

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  11. Good Morning Rhonda (at least it's morning here in Germany)! :)
    I love your hat inspiration. My Mom used to make me the exact same hats in the third picture... when I was a toddler, I always had to wear these hats (in summer because of the sun, in winter because of the cold wind).
    I also really like the hat in the second picture, the bonnet. It is so neat and beautiful!
    Have a great day,
    Stef

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    1. The newsboy cap would be super cute on you. Yuki's patterns are always so much fun.

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