Crocheted Pillbox Conical Hat Design 869

Crocheted Hats : This pattern contains directions to crochet the two hats pictured. The hats are crocheted in a fluffy loop stitch, using three strands of fine 3-ply fingering yarn held together. Make either the pillbox or the cone shaded style in sparkling white or black, or your favorite color. They can be made either small or large to fit all head sizes.

This is a mail order pattern, purchased through newspapers and magazines. This pattern was marketed as Laura Wheeler 869.  "Make a last minute gift!  These hats are such easy crochet and cost little to make.  Crocheted hats are top fashion.  These take only 4 ounces of Fingering Yarn.  Use three strands for the fluffy loops".   The pattern was included in Needlecraft Services 1963 Pattern Catalog.