You know how we (and by we, I mean us knitters) are always looking at clothing and accessories and confidently boasting, “I can knit that.” Well, this past play-off season, dear husband just had to have this beanie he saw New England quarterback Tom Brady wearing – and of course said hat was sold out. He searched high and low online, lamenting his misfortune at missing his chance to purchase this hat he just couldn’t live without.

He was distraught and his poor head seemed so cold – so I said, “I can knit that.” Silly knitter. After multiple attempts, lots of frogging, and numerous missed plays, I finally succeeded in replicating the hat for my dear, dear husband.

So in proper Instant Replay fashion, I have included my pattern notes below so you can avoid any flags on the play and customize a hat for the sports lover in your life!