Guidelines for Hats

Below is information that will be helpful when making your lilybugs hat.  For more details, including ideas for yarn and patterns, as well as a supportive group, please join our yahoo group at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/lilybugs/

 
Yarn Selection:

Hats should be made from soft yarn that is cotton, synthetic, or a blend.  Please avoid using wool as some people are allergic to wool.  It is very important to avoid using any yarn that is fuzzy or has a “hairy” texture.  Also check your yarn to be sure that it does not shed.  The Pediatric Heart Center is a surgical environment and loose fibers can interfere with the medical equipment.

All hats will be washed and dried prior to delivery.  They must go into a hot dryer for 15 minutes before we can take them into the hospital.  Ideally, the yarn should be able to be tumble dried, however even those labeled “lay flat to dry” seem to be fine in the dryer for 15 minutes. 

 
Sizing:

Hats should be made to fit babies and toddlers 0-24 months, although hats of any size will be accepted!  Rough guidelines for hat sizing are as follows (measure across the folded hat and double):

Newborn – 12 inch circumference
0-3 mo. – 13 inch circumference
3-6 mo. – 14 inch circumference
6-12 mo. – 15-16 inch circumference
12-24 mo. – 16+ inch circumference

 
Return Instructions:

Hats can be returned to lilybugs in person in San Francisco or by mail.  Please email us at lilybugs-owner@yahoogroups.com to set up your delivery.

Along with your hat, please provide the fiber content, washing and drying instructions from the yarn label, and your first name and city of residence.  This information is put on the lilybugs tag and given to the family.

Thank you for your support!  Please feel free to email us with any questions!