Crocheted Pillbox Hat, Mail Order 5163

Crocheted Pillbox : This pattern contains instructions for crochet the hat pictured. This is an easy pattern, perfect for beginners. The hat has banded sections around the sides and a flat round box top (typical of the pillbox styling). This is a one-size pattern.

This is a Mail Order Pattern, purchased through newspapers and catalogs. This pattern was marketed as Anne Cabot 5163.  "You'll always look chic wearing the ever-popular pillbox.Crochet it yourself in bright colors to match your costumes; it's fun to do".  The pattern was included in the 1968 Anne Cabot Needlework Album, as well as the Anne Cabot 1975 Needlework Album.  

MATERIALS:  COATS & CLARK'S "RED HEART" KNITTING WORSTED, 4-ply ("Tangle-Proof" Pull-Out Skeins): 4 ounces of Amethyst or color desired;   NEEDLE: Crochet Hook Size H.