This is a hat pattern created specifically for donating to soldiers though is a good basic beanie for anyone needing a warm hat. The size can be adjusted easily by choosing a different size hook or stopping the increase earlier (or later).

Military generally requires 100% wool and dark colors. Colors depend on where they are serving. The pattern suggests chestnut brown, black, and deep olive but if donating to a specific group do check to be sure what they are allowed to use.

Each hat takes about one skein of Patons Classic Wool using a G hook.

This version of the beanie hat gives a gradual slope rather than a flat top. It does this by repeating rows rather than changing the number of stitches. Rounds are 12, 24, 26, 48, 48, 60, 60, 72, 72, 84 stitches, then work even to the single crochet brim.