Visored Trapper Hat with Earflaps
Introducing a robust sewing pattern for a classic trapper hat, featuring a curved visor, deep earflaps with tie closures, and a comfortable lined interior.
When To Wear
This trapper hat is designed for warmth and style in colder climates, making it an excellent choice for:
- Outdoor Activities: Perfect for hiking, hunting, skiing, or any activity requiring head and ear protection from the cold.
- Winter Errands & Commutes: Provides practical warmth for daily wear during chilly weather.
- Casual & Rugged Styling: a timeless accessory to complement outdoor-inspired or cozy winter outfits.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: a classic trapper hat silhouette with a rounded crown, prominent curved visor, and deep earflaps.
Crown: Structured crown assembled from multiple panels, allowing for a comfortable and contoured fit.
Visor: a firm, curved visor attached to the front of the hat, providing protection from sun or elements.
Earflaps: Substantial earflaps extend down the sides and back of the head, designed to be worn down for maximum warmth or tied up for versatility. Features cord ties for secure closure.
Seaming: Topstitching details visible on the visor and earflaps suggest a durable and defined finish.
Lining: Fully lined for added warmth and comfort, ensuring a soft interior against the skin.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Involves precise curved seams, attaching a structured visor, constructing earflaps with ties, and full lining insertion.
Fabric Recommendations
Choose medium to heavy-weight fabrics that offer warmth and durability:
- Dense cotton fabrics, such as duck cloth or twill
- Wool or wool blend fabrics, including plaids or tweeds
- Water-repellent fabrics for added weather protection
Additional Supplies
- Lining fabric
- Dense fusible interfacing
- Cord for earflap ties
Cutter's Must
- Main Fabric:
- 1. Upper - 1 piece
- 2. Side - 2 pieces
- 3. Visor - 2 pieces
- 4. Nape Protector - 4 pieces
- Lining Fabric:
- 1. Crown - 1 piece
- 2. Front - 1 piece
- 3. Back - 1 piece
- Interfacing:
- 2. Visor - 1 piece
Sewing Instructions
- Stitch the dart on the upper of the cap. Cut and topstitch the dart.
- Stitch the side PANELs together, right sides facing. Topstitch the seam allowances.
- Place the upper and side PANELs right sides facing, stitch, press the seam allowances towards the upper and topstitch.
- Place the visor pieces right sides facing and stitch along the outer contour. Trim the seam allowances close to the seam. Turn the visor right side out, straighten the seam, press. Topstitch along the edge of the visor.
- Stitch the nape protector pieces in pairs. Topstitch the seam allowances. Place the nape protectors right sides facing and stitch along the outer contour, inserting cord ties. Turn the nape protector right side out, straighten the seam. Topstitch along the edge.
- Place the visor with the upper right sides facing, aligning the centers. Place the nape protector with the upper right sides facing, aligning the centers. Attach the visor and nape protector to the main body.
- Stitch the lining pieces similarly to the main body pieces. Insert the lining into the main body, smooth it out, and secure in several places. Fold the bottom edge of the lining inwards and sew with blind stitches.
