I designed this hat in my favorite silhouette: it has a snug 1x1 ribbed brim, which transitions into half brioche stitch for the body of the hat, before narrowing into a cute blunted point at the crown. If you prefer a hat without a pointed crown, simply tug the hat down on your head and fold up the 1x1 ribbed portion for a snug, ear-warming beanie instead!

I used the Italian cast-on method, which results in an extremely professional, flexible 1x1 rib edge. I have fallen in love with this cast-on method, and now go out of my way to us it on projects; it is exemplary when used on socks.

This is the first knitting pattern I have shared with the wider world; if you find my terminology confusing, please let me know! If you do use the pattern to knit a hat, please tag it with #UmbrielBeanie when posting on social media, so I can find it and admire it!