Because the top of the hat is lace, it is very stretchy and gauge is not crucial, but you may need to adjust the size of the band, which is knit in 2 x 2 ribbing. If you increase or decrease the number of band stitches, start with a multiple of 4 stitches, and then knit one row before starting the lace section to increase/decrease so that you h...

This pattern is written to knit in worsted, chunky, or in super bulky yarns, so you will need to select a needle to give you tight gauge depending on the yarn you select and your knitting style. The top will tend to be puffy, due to the unraveled stitches, so your fit focus is the ribbing on the band of the hat. This pattern also works best wit...

This is sized for 20-22 inch head sizes, but can be made larger or smaller by altering the number of stitches in the band. Only the slouchy version requires a J hook, both styles utilize G, H, and I hooks. This is an especially good hat for the warmer months, and can be completed with two balls of kitchen cotton (like Peaches And Cream), or a s...

A quick knit with bulky yarn, you will need needles for the flat part at the beginning, and needles to knit in the round to the narrow tip of the hat. I start with single points, switch to a 16” circular, and then finish with double points.

Gauge is not super important with this project, it has a lot of stretch due to the ribbing and will fit all adults. This can be worked with a size 11 or 13 sixteen inch circular needle, and you will need a set of double point needles to work the decrease rows. The pom pom is optional.

A quick knit in super bulky yarn. Pattern includes instructions for finishing with large crochet ball, constructed with a size K hook, or you may finish with a pom pom.

The brim of this hat can be finished with the smaller crochet hook in single crochet, or with a size 11 sixteen inch circular in 2x2 ribbing. This is a very quick project, and can be finished in just a couple of hours.

Can be knit with or without pointy top, and has options for knit ties that can be wrapped like a scarf, or braided ties.