This hat was inspired by the beautiful red rocks of Sedona Arizona on a recent weekend trip there. Fast and easy pattern. Recommended yarn is a 1 ply DK weight. 2 solid colors are recommended, with about 1/2 of a skein needed for the brim and stripes color, and 1/2 or just a bit more than 1/2 of a skein for the main color of the body of the hat. Gauge is not critical, but stitches can be adjusted for a larger or smaller head.