Alex is a basic slouchy hat which features a double thick brim to keep the coldest winter winds out.

Materials
1 skein Estelle Eco Paint DK
or
1 skein Estelle Eco Tweed DK

Needles
16” (40cm) circular 4mm for knitting
additional 16” (40cm) or longer in 4mm for the folded brim
4mm DPN for crown decreasing

Other Notions
Yarn or tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Stitch markers
Crochet hook for provisional cast on
Waste yarn for provisional cast on

Gauge
23 sts x 32 rows using a 4mm needle