DIY Bucket Hat | Best Fitting | Simple Sewing Tutorial

[@triplewinlin5576]

I "sew" appreciate your clear instructions and patient teaching style.

[@JanHowell]

Thank you "sew" much!

[@lorrainecrooks8420]

Hi Jan Can I just say you are a GREAT teacher, I already had a bucket hat pattern and just could not get them to look right, I then purchased another pattern just in case and guess what they still had puckers etc, then I came across your tutorial and I used the pattern I had and the hats turned out amazing because of your guidance. I might not get asked to make hats again, how ever I feel that your tutorial was definitely worth the cost of a pattern and more. So there for I am going to buy your pattern right now as a thank you. I look forward to watching more of your tutorials.

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@jacquelinenicholson4139]

I purchased this pattern on Etsy. Just wanted to take a look at your tutorial. I'm so glad I did. Your tutorial is amazing. I have been sewing for about sixty years and I still learned a few things from this tutorial. Thanks so much. I truly enjoyed this.

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@RoseOriginals]

Clear, concise instructions! I feel confident enough to tackle this project! Thank you for sharing!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@shelianaramos1323]

love the way you teach great job i appreciate you taking the time to do these videos it’s a blessing!!!

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@CarolynMorris-zx4xp]

This is teaching with clarity thank you

[@JanHowell]

Glad it was helpful!

[@melanieliston4034]

Thank you! I learned a different way but I love yours and the way u take your time teaching is what I love. Thank you! ❤

[@JanHowell]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@glad1948]

Although I was frustrated about buying the pattern, I have subscribed and watched more videos. I've found that your instructions are excellent and easy to follow. I've been sewing off and on for many years (I'm 75 yo), but have still learned many great techniques from watching. Thank you!

[@JanHowell]

Thanks and you are so welcome

[@sumintranair8433]

Very well explained thanks very much for your tutorial much appreciated

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@suzanneprior3251]

Beginner here 👋! I successfully made the receiving blanket following your tutorial (thank you), and now I can’t wait to try this. Thank you for being a great instructor!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome and thanks for the kind words. Glad the blanket making went well. Aren't they fun to make!

[@LivingALife4Me]

Fab tutorial! Love all the hints and tips that apply to most projects. Little things that you often dont notice but will make a big difference x

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@imariser1111]

Thank you for another great tutorial walking through each step in detail! You do a wonderful job! I’m now ready to try making this type of hat!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome! Have fun sewing and let me know how it goes.

[@suestutzle2779]

Oh my goodness I'm glad I found you. I watched a couple of your videos and had to subscribe. I love your sewing. This hat is just what I need. I have a small head and the hats that fit me are small childrens sizes but then I have bunnies, unicorns and other things that I would rather not wear but with your pattern I can make my own with my own lovely fabrics, made to match my outfits. Thank you, thankyou.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome.

[@susanbranchepoteet3175]

What a great idea. To make matching hats.

[@maryodonnell7283]

I very much enjoyed your video tutorial on bucket hats. I watched several different videos on how to make it and followed 3 different methods. One turned it at the brim, one on the side and your where you separately connect the outside and inside to the brim 1st and then turn it. In your method, the brim is sewn to both the inside and outside of the hat at the same time. Your method is the best because after the hat is turned, the brim is secured through the outside and lining of the hat. In addition, the topstitching in your tutorial made it look better when finished, and I really like the cord and zip thingy, and even put some grommets on one of them. Thank you for a well thought out and easy to follow tutorial.

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind!

[@suethackery8245]

YOU ARE AN AMAZING SEAMSTRESS AND TEACHER.....THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@gotyoubythezipper]

Pinking sheers work well when clipping the excess around edges before turning

[@JanHowell]

Thanks so much for sharing.

[@susanbranchepoteet3175]

You are a skilled sewist. Thanks for your guidance.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@marens8925]

And yet, another great tutorial. I enjoy your tutorials so much, you explain things so that everything is understandable. I will definitely be making this hat. Thanks for a great tutorial

[@JanHowell]

You're very welcome! Let me know how it goes.

[@pjacksreads536]

Excellent step by step instructions. Thank you

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@Kdiefenbacher]

You are awesome at tutorials ! Love the step by step and all the little details! Thanks again Jan

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@karenraabis5296]

I will give this a try with grommets so that you can truly wear it either way. Great tutorial! Thank you

[@JanHowell]

You're so welcome!

[@KimEdgar-o9w]

Thank you for this tutorial. Excellent!!!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@mariewoehr1669]

I loved the many details on this really pretty hat! I use your channel for pillow instructions, you are a fave!

[@JanHowell]

Oh thank you!

[@carollynn8415]

Your tutorials are wonderful. I appreciate the EXACT details and technique to get a really nice finish. I've made this type of hat with a different pattern. I bought your pattern for all the size variations. Along with your tutorial, I too, will make a MUCH BETTER hat! THANKS AGAIN for your detailed expertise!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@sewmuchfun986]

Great tutorial. I never thought to stitch in the ditch when doing the brim top stitching .

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@VegasX900]

I'm not into sewing, but I have a love for bucket hats. Enjoyed the video!

[@JanHowell]

Thanks

[@busymuntu7153]

Love from South Africa 🌍

[@JanHowell]

Love right back at you!

[@charlottenaves1513]

Excellent tutorial. I think I would use some interfacing on the top and just leave it out of the seam allowance. Or maybe a stretch interfacing! You have inspired me and that says a lot since I am 77 years old! Thank you. I have subscribed, of course 😊

[@JanHowell]

Wonderful! Thanks so much for sharing.

[@uniquenadia87]

This was super helpful thank you very much much appreciated I bought 2 bucket hats I loved the print but was way to big and wanted to know how I could make it smaller and this video helped a lot thanks ❤😊🥰🙏

[@JanHowell]

Awesome, glad it was helpful.

[@boonchilla]

this is by far the BEST tutorial for a bucket hat that I have come across. I tried doing another video and it went awfully! I will be using this tutorial from now on! Thank you!

[@JanHowell]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@boonchilla]

I wish I could share my awesome hat with you! It came out fantastic!!! This is only my second hat and it is by far the best tutorial!!!!!

[@timoti8891]

Thanks for sharing your style of sewing bucket hats

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@GodsChild-oy3wi]

Thanks for the through, simple to understand tutorial. I must have watched 20 of these and messed up my first attempt. I use thrifted fabric, thank goodness. Once I perfect a project, I may buy nice material and make gifts for friends and family. Newly retired and thought I knew how to sew! 😂 I thought threading the needles would be the most difficult part. Phew!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@micheleduvallane2095]

Jan! Your tips are always appreciated. I thought I knew all about sewing on buttons…it turns out I didn’t! Thx so much! Michele

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@rosac8168]

Best I’ve seen for bucket my first attempt looked like a top hat lol

[@JanHowell]

thank you

[@НадеждаАркашова]

Самый лучший вариант летней панамы! Спасибо!!! Без перевода все поняла. Крепкого здоровья!

[@JanHowell]

Sou molt benvinguts.

[@annwestcott3752]

Great tutorial! Thank you.

[@JanHowell]

You're very welcome

[@chrys5881]

Absolutamente maravilhoso, parabéns pelo capricho ❤❤❤❤

[@JanHowell]

Thank you! You are so welcome!

[@annmaines4964]

Jan, thanks for the pattern and the tutorial. I’m making a practice now and the “real deal” once I’m sure it will fit. Hat finished and … too big! I’ll size down. Your directions were very helpful though.

[@JanHowell]

What size did you try? Can I ask what your head measurement is and what size you made? Just a note: if you don't use any interfacing, you may want to size down. Your feedback is helpful. Thanks for commenting!

[@annmaines4964]

@@JanHowell I first did the adult size, based on the size 23. My head measurement is 22 so…. I did the next size down and it fit great. The larger size will fit my nephew, so that will work. A gift!

[@whitneyjennings7907]

At home in Jamaica don't want to pull out my hair so now i fine you going to make one now.Thank you.

[@JanHowell]

You’re welcome 😊

[@normawingo5116]

I love that so much.

[@JanHowell]

Wonderful!

[@christinatregoning3910]

I find that when wanting to press the crown of the bucket hat that a new roll of paper towels fits it pretty perfect

[@JanHowell]

Thanks for sharing that tip, I'll have to try that.

[@barbararoyal6139]

Awesome!! Thank you 🕊

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@paulhunter1224]

Great Video and training

[@JanHowell]

Thanks and you are so welcome

[@marijamusic9259]

Excellent tutorial! Thank you

[@JanHowell]

You're very welcome!

[@lalagamma4452]

Another great tutorial and excellent project.🐞🕉️🧵

[@JanHowell]

Thank you so much 😊

[@dpr4820]

Awesome video! Cant wait to try it. Can you tell me the brand of iron you use?! Cordless would be great! Do you like it?

[@JanHowell]

this is my cordless geni.us/CjjbxhW this is my new one, bu not cordless. geni.us/dZi6 both have advantages.

[@juliemacdonald7914]

Thank you great video

[@JanHowell]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@graceaposowi7422]

Very interesting and unique

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@lindaparks2475]

Great video. I need to learn how to get the pattern. You explain very well

[@JanHowell]

You can get the pattern here. youmakeitsimple.com/product/bucket-hat-bundle-pdf-sewing-pattern-reversible-8-sizes-baby-to-adult-large/

[@CaroleGrenier-v5x]

Hi Jan, love the way you teach sewing also love this tutorial ❤️ I’m looking for a bucket hat where you can have a hole in the back for a poney tail to come out of… wish I knew how to figure this out. Can you help me on this? Thanks

[@JanHowell]

Great idea! If your machine has embroidery capabilites, you could do a circle and then cut out the fabric.

[@sewingroom8625]

I just found you and I enjoyed your tutorial, what interfacing are u using?, and do u add trims to your hats, if sew do u glue them on?, thank you and happy sewing.

[@JanHowell]

The interfacing is this heat & bond geni.us/FqMT

[@1pinkypo]

hi jan i have just made my very first bucket hat for my maldives holiday i pretty pleased with it although not perfect but good enough for me my only problem is its a bit too big as iv a small head is there any way to sort it without making ait all again plz x

[@JanHowell]

Do you mean "shorten" ? If it's a cotton fabric and you just want the brim smaller, you could cut it down just outside one of the topstitching row and let it fray. Many like that look.

[@susanbranchepoteet3175]

@@JanHowell this s so helpful.

[@shakilathanthrimudali4677]

Thank you.🙏❤️🇱🇰

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@sandypartlow3181]

Can you make a bucket hat using leather or faux leather? I love your video, such great tips and made making a bucket hat much easier for me.

[@JanHowell]

I havn't ever tried. But it shouldn't be too thick of faux leather. Let me know if you try it. I have used canvas and it works fine.

[@anitasloan-s9z]

How do I find her pattern? I love it, and she is very good at explaining how to do it

[@JanHowell]

You can get the pattern here youmakeitsimple.com/product/bucket-hat-pdf-sewing-pattern-reversible-teen-xs-child-large-to-adult-large/

[@sylvieboucher9266]

Love the video! How do I find the right size, and do I measure the head to find the right size? Thank you.

[@JanHowell]

The pattern comes with a head measurement guide.youmakeitsimple.com/product/bucket-hat-pdf-sewing-pattern-reversible-teen-xs-child-large-to-adult-large/

[@bujiknits]

just found you! I'm a total beginner sewist & I'll be binging your videos. do you have a very easy sewing machine cover or how to on putting on bias tape around neck & sleeves? always seem to look wonky so if you have any tips?! thanks again for these videos!

[@JanHowell]

So glad you found me! Here is a link to one of my videos showing how to add b knit bias to t-shirt necks and sleeves. It is a little different than how you would do it with woven fabric. That video is in the making. Thanks for reaching out kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2HPqYuqirR8qc0

[@bujiknits]

@@JanHowell thanks so much!

[@Wannaloom]

Great video Jan! Do you have a link for the cording you used?

[@JanHowell]

I sure do geni.us/n1FHYmZ

[@755Media]

HELLO BEAUTIFUL work - new here

[@JanHowell]

Thanks and welcome

[@NordicaTundra]

Thank you for this tutorial. I just got lost on the part where you top stitch several times around the outside brim at the end. Are you sewing over the cording?

[@JanHowell]

Yes, the cording is between the layers of fabric.

[@Torontogal777]

Very easy to follow lesson! Question: I want to add about 3 inches to the width of the brim to shield my face more from the sun. Yet, I don’t want the brim to look floppy. How do I calculate how much fabric to remove from the outer edge of the brim pattern? I already ruined one sun hat by not removing enough from the brim pattern (using the slit and overlap method in 7 places on the brim pattern piece x 2 for the entire brim). I still ended up with a slightly too floppy brim. I just guessed at how much to overlap the vertical slit/slashes.

[@JanHowell]

If you add 3 inches to the brim, it will end up floppy. You could add a more stiff interfacing that would hold the shape better. Test the interfacing on with two layers of fabric and see if it holds its shape. I hope that was helpful.

[@bakurastalker]

went looking for a bucket hat and found another crafter named jan, what are the odds? lol thanks for tehe video :D

[@danyharrison2175]

Danyharrison you are clever

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@christinatregoning3910]

Christina again is the Bucket Hat template that I'm looking for in XL. Thx

[@JanHowell]

The head measurement for the largest size is 24.5 inches

[@andrethompson8203]

❤❤❤

[@JanHowell]

❤️

[@MargoDiPatri]

Which seam allowance did you use when sewing the brim to the hat (where you used the 4), 1/8 or 1/4”? Love this!

[@JanHowell]

Use a 1/4 inch seam allowance. Then when you sew in the lining, you'll just follow that same seam line. I hope that makes sense.

[@bevmason2292]

Hi I love your video thank you. I have gone and purchased this pattern but doesn’t have the baby pattern. What have I done wrong. Thank you

[@JanHowell]

The link for the baby pattern is here youmakeitsimple.com/product/baby-child-reversible-bucket-hat-pdf-sewing-pattern-baby-to-child-xl/ There are two separate patterns, one for the larger sizes and one for baby & children. You can by the bundle here with both adult and children HERE. youmakeitsimple.com/product/bucket-hat-bundle-pdf-sewing-pattern-reversible-8-sizes-baby-to-adult-large/

[@shelianaramos1323]

where can i get those foots you are using i don’t have anything like that and it will sure help me with sewing the small seam allowances?

[@JanHowell]

You can google the make and model of your machine and there will usually find shops that sell additional feet for your machine. A lot fo presser feet are universal and will work on a lot of machines.

[@gamadebdegamadebde]

Question Jan.. how does the little toggle hardware stay on the cord? Worried the little one could just pull it off and in the mouth it goes. Have never used one and you did not put a knot in cord sooo how does it stay in? Thanks for a fun summer project.

[@JanHowell]

Good point to bring awareness to! I did forget to mention if adding a toggle to an infant or toddler's hat, to tie the end of the cording OR just omit the toggle and have two cords or ribbon that ties under the chin. Thanks for the comment and I will add that to the description. Enjoy your day!

[@reddare2386]

I have done one piece of cording threaded through a toggle before attaching so that the toggle is attached!

[@vickeyallen-s1c]

hi, want to get your pattern for the bucket hat, size child up to adult. How do I get a copy

[@JanHowell]

You can get it here youmakeitsimple.com/product/bucket-hat-pdf-sewing-pattern-reversible-teen-xs-child-large-to-adult-large/

[@cindychapman2121]

What iron are you using, is it cordless?

[@JanHowell]

This is the cordless iron in the video geni.us/CjjbxhW I also have another iron that I really like that lifts up when you when you change positions so it doesn't burn the fabric. geni.us/dZi6

[@darlawhite3669]

I loved getting all the different pages (in a pattern) when I bought the one with several different sizes several decades ago. And they used to be on thicker pattern paper. Then the pattern companies got cheap. Thinner papers. One paper with many sizes (on the same pattern area) so you can't cut the pattern that you want out, without screwing up all the rest of the patterns. Which forces you to buy (another pattern) if you need it in several different sizes... Grrrr Cheap skate pattern companies.

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind!

[@helenwood3199]

Can I use a pinking shears instead of notching the round seam?

[@JanHowell]

yes you can

[@lenagreen2749]

Can I buy your pattern? I really like your hat! Love Lena

[@JanHowell]

The link is in the description, but here it is. youmakeitsimple.com/product/bucket-hat-pdf-sewing-pattern-reversible-teen-xs-child-large-to-adult-large/

[@Kittenkollection]

Hello I love the video but is the pattern free bc it’s saying 12.95 fa mi?

[@JanHowell]

This particular pattern is not free.

[@marialourdesfetiangco6183]

can you tell where to buy that portable iron, thanks

[@JanHowell]

The link is in the description, but here it is geni.us/zMATIkb

[@christinatregoning3910]

Jan. How Caan I get the patterns to print please. I need to make an XL. Thx, Christina

[@JanHowell]

You can get the pattern here. It includes an XL. What is your head measurement? youmakeitsimple.com/product/bucket-hat-pdf-sewing-pattern-reversible-teen-xs-child-large-to-adult-large/

[@tricespieces8166]

Thanks for the tutorial, I am not seeing the information for the pattern. Please advice

[@JanHowell]

The link for the pattern is in the description. Here it is as well. youmakeitsimple.com/product/bucket-hat-bundle-pdf-sewing-pattern-reversible-8-sizes-baby-to-adult-large/

[@MokgadiPhintsi]

Where can I buy the pattern

[@JanHowell]

youmakeitsimple.com/product/bucket-hat-pdf-sewing-pattern-reversible-teen-xs-child-large-to-adult-large/ or there is also a bucket hat bundle that you get sizes for children as well

[@stewartlisa5092]

Ho2 do i get tge different sizes to download

[@JanHowell]

The colored lines indicate the different sizes. If you are using more than one size, you will need to print multiple times.

[@nursevanhelsing4413]

Can this be for men?

[@JanHowell]

absolutely!

[@frankjanvari737]

hello very nice lady I love your beautiful videos and sewing skills for your sewing machine please kindly film how to operate the sewing machine electric foot pedal how it's used to sew please OK?please kindly let me know OK?thank you very much

[@JanHowell]

good suggestion, I'll see what I can do

[@dpr4820]

The written instructions I think are incorrect at step 9, Lining/Inner Fabric Application. It says to place the lining WRONG side out. Your video shows the opposite. Yes, no?

[@JanHowell]

You are correct. But it really doesn't matter if the lining or outer pieces are switched because it is a reversable hat. I hope that makes sense. Thanks for the heads up.

[@pathough6811]

Where can I get the pattern

[@JanHowell]

The link is in the description but here it is youmakeitsimple.com/product/bucket-hat-bundle-pdf-sewing-pattern-reversible-8-sizes-baby-to-adult-large/ You can get the pattern bundle or separate pattern sizes.

[@rockjoss]

does any one knows how is the interfacing call in spanish?

[@JanHowell]

interfaz

[@mokuho]

How to put on the head?😢

[@JanHowell]

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[@lucilledaub5991]

I love your bucket hat . But I hate when you sew fast.

[@JanHowell]

thanks for the feedback

[@lucilledaub5991]

I love your bucket hat . But I hate when you see fast.

[@JanHowell]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@billbottoms8295]

From my Mom: The pattern is not free. I don't give out email address. Why can't you just make a pdf available? Selling the emails? Last video I will watch of yours.

[@gerandgadantzing5190]

I won’t even watch the video😆 “Radix malorem est cupidite”

[@billbottoms8295]

@@gerandgadantzing5190 She wants that KZbin money but gives nothing in return. She wouldn't even give me a response.

[@JanHowell]

The patterns I design do take a lot of time to create and I do give a lot of patterns and tutorials for FREE on my website.

[@annwestcott3752]

I’ve just watched about five bucket hat tutorials. This is by far the best tutorial. The video is not advertised as having a free pdf. And I can see by the standard of the finished product the detailed work that has gone into designing this hat, and making the tutorial. So I won’t have a problem paying for the PDF. But if you do have a problem paying for the PDF, then feel free to get a free pattern elsewhere. But please don’t try and guilt trip a hard working maker and designer into giving you free stuff. It can’t be easy to face unpleasant comments as a maker. And this unpleasant comment was unnecessary.