I wrote this preemie hat pattern using the Baby Prayer Blanket pattern by Joy Jannotti.

The pattern spirals around the hat, and knits up very fast.

The Channel Islands Cast On is sturdy, elastic and decorative. It almost looks like a picot edge. The link will take you to the YouTube video.

This hat is knit in the round to avoid a side seam. Finished hat size is intended for a 10” head or 4½ to 5½ lb baby.