Pattern Description from One-Skein Wonders: 101 Yarn-Shop Favorites: “This hat will give the young girl in your life something to yodel about! The hat is very comfortable and warm, and the braids not only help keep down the earflaps, but they’re downright cute as well.”

Measurements: To fit a child, 18” (45.5 cm) circumference

Yarn: Peace Fleece, 70% wool/30% mohair, 4 oz (113 g)/200 yds (183 m), Baghdad Blue

Needles: US 6 (4 mm) circular needle, 16” (40 cm) long, set of Us 6 (4 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge

Other Supplies: Tapestry needle, stitch marker, buttons or bead for embellishment, optional