Underwater basket weaving is an idiom referring to a perceived decline in educational standards. The term also serves as an intentionally humorous generic answer to questions about an academic degree. The underwater basket weaving hat pattern includes two sizes and is meant to resemble a basket, two pompoms are attached to represent the flags that float above divers. Knit with a super bulky yarn, the hat is thick and warm. Unlike the “degree” this hat is actually useful.