Not too big and loose that it doesn’t fall off the back of your head. Not too small and tight that it won’t slouch properly. Not too frilly, not too plain, not too difficult, not too boring…

Juuuust right.

Fast and fun to work up! Knit it in alpaca for a soft, classic hat. Dress it up in a hand-painted, wool-silk blend and block into a beret. Or make a casual, cotton, everyday slouch.