Cowgirl Wig

Skill Level: Beginner

SIZE: One size

MATERIALS
1 skein of Lion Brand Wool-Ease
Straw hat
3/4 yd. [68.5 cm] of 1 in. [2.5 cm] wide ribbon
Glue gun
Double-sided tape
Rubber bands
Ribbon (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

For braid, cut 60 pieces of yarn each 1 yd. [1 m] long. Tie pieces together tightly in the center using a double strand of yarn. Fold in half at the tie. Divide yarn into 3 bunches of 40 strands each and braid. Fasten rubber band or ribbon tightly around end of braid to secure. Trim ends. Repeat for second braid.

Cut remaining yarn into 6 in. [15.5 cm] pieces for bangs. Attach pieces to ribbon with double-sided tape. Position bangs with yarn-covered side of ribbon against inside front of hat. With glue gun, glue bangs in place. Glue a braid inside hat on each side.

©Project reprinted courtesy of Lion Brand Yarn