I love simple, lightweight hats with easy to memorize patterns. They are the perfect toss in your bag “take-along” project and an easy way to add a bit of style to your day without much effort.

This little hat was inspired by a child’s sweater in a Workbasket magazine. With easy knit and purl patterning and a lightweight yarn, this hat will work up in no time.

This pattern is meant for an adventurous novice to advanced knitter and all those in-between.

Both written and charted directions are included in this pattern. Please read the entire pattern before beginning.

Yarn: Studio Donegal Darnie Fingering Tweed, 100% Lambswool, approximately 450 yards, color Tristan

Needle: US 3 (3.25 mm) Signature DPNs or needles to obtain gauge

Gauge: 6 stitches per inch (spi) and 6 rows per inch (rpi) OR 24 stitches and 24 rows to 4 inches/10 cm in stockinette

Size: Small, Medium, Large, Etra Large (19, 20, 21, 22 inches)

To alter the size: Add or subtract stitches OR adjust your gauge to increase or decrease the length of the hat as needed.