This hat design plays with the use of single decreases and increases. A simple change in the order of these stitch techniques can change the whole direction of your knitting.

The hat is knit from the bottom up, with 1x1 ribbing. It fits closely to the head, bringing out the texture created by the stitch pattern.

This pattern creates a hat that fits small- to medium sizes. But a slight increase in gauge can make a hat that may fit large sizes.