Thursday, August 20, 2015

Russian Cossack Hat: Free Culver Design Pattern for Download


Download it HERE.
You can also find this pattern on the Culver Design Patterns page permanently.


Finished Russian Cossack Hat

This pattern comes with complete instructions! 'Medium' size; finished hat opening: 22.5” (57cm), and allows for wearing ease.

A free pattern I drafted in anticipation of Autumn- a warm Russian style Cossack hat! I originally designed this to go with my own Russian Princess coat, but I've decided to share it with you for free after having converted the design to a digital version. It doesn't even take a yard of fabric (though faux fur is very expensive, admittedly), and the construction is fairly basic stuff. You could actually make it from scraps if you have them. The draft for this is based on engravings of the Cossacks, but my version has been adapted for contemporary wear and a more feminine style. The cap portion is rounded and close to the head, and the size of the brim band has been reduced to a more streamline profile.

The version in the photo is made of cotton corduroy and medium pile acrylic faux fur.