This is a simple pattern for a winter hat. For a thick fabric, use bulky weight yarn or worsted weight double stranded. For a thinner fabric, use worsted weight single stranded.
MATERIALS
3.5 oz skein of bulky or worsted weight yarn
straight needles, US 10 or size needed for gauge
markers
yarn needle
GAUGE: In ribbing, 4 sts = 1″, 5 rows = 1″
BODY
Cast on 72 stitches and work in ribbing for 7.75 inches
TOP SHAPING
Row 1 (decrease row): k 10, k2 together, *place marker, k10, k2 together; repeat from * across (you will have 66 stitches on your needle when you finish Row 1)
Row 2: Purl across
Row 3 (decrease row): Knit to within 2 stitches of the first marker, k2 together, *slip marker onto other needle, knit to within 2 stitches of the next marker, k2 together; repeat from * across.
Repeat rows 2 and 3 eight times (until you have 12 stitches remaining on your needle when you finish the row). Break yarn, leavin a 25″ tail end. Thread a yarn needle with the tail end and run through the remaining stitches, pulling firmly to close the top of the hat. Use the remaining tail end to sew a seam that will join the two edges.
NOTES:
This hat is stretchy enough to fit most adults and older children. The pattern can be adjusted to fit younger children by stopping the ribbing after 7 inches (child medium) or 5 inches (child small).