This quick-to-crochet chubby hat is topped with an exuberant pom-pom for instant impact. Make this crochet hat in an afternoon!

Designer Vickie Howell

Finished Size 20” circumference and 101⁄2” long.

Yarn Cascade Yarns Magnum (100% Peruvian Highlands wool; 123 yd 112 m/8¾ oz 250 g; ): #0050 black, 1 hank.

Hook Size 12.0 mm (see Notes). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions Yarn needle; Bernat® Faux Fur Pompom (www.yarnspirations.com/yarn/ faux-fur-pompom.html).

Gauge 4 sts and 2 rows = 21⁄2” in dc.