Gauge: 2” across the circle of first 5 rnds.

Finished Size: Teens/Adult Small - When laying flat it measures 9” across and 7” from top to bottom. There are two ways to increase the size: A larger hook and thicker yarn, or do more repeats of the increase rows.

This hat is crocheted with a brim, but you could just as easy go without it and wear it as a beanie. For me the brim looks okay as it is, but for a sturdier brim you could try using a fabric stiffener.