Cast on 64 stitches with size 5 needle. Being a loose knitter, most people would use a size 7 needle.

Rows 1 and 2: K1, P1

From then on:
With Variegated for 1 row: K1B (knit 1 below), P1
With Plain for 1 row: Knit

Continue until piece measures 6 1/2” (toddler size)

Decreases:
Row 1: K3tog, P1
Row 2: K1, P1
Row 3: K3tog, P1
Row 4: K1, P1
Row 5: K2tog