For me, a basic hat pattern is like a basic chocolate chip cookie recipe. When needed or wanted, I can whip either up. When necessary, I can embellish either to suit the situation. Once you have this basic pattern down, you can play with colors, play with yarn types, use it as a guide for a new project. The following pattern is written to fit a head that is about 23” around so you can size up or down as you need by adding or removing rows and stitches.

Notions
One (1) removable stitch marker
One (1) Tapestry or yarn needle
Scissors

Finished Size
Brim circumference: 19” (48.5 cm)
Hat height: 9” (23 cm)

Gauge (Unblocked)
Rib: 16 rows and 20 stitches = 4” (10 cm) in sc