Thanks to Bethany Scofield at bethsco blog for the free pattern. Pattern was well written and easy to follow even though I have not done slip stitch crochet before. This would make a good first project for anyone familiar with crochet techniques and wanting to try a slip stitch project. My hat turned out ok for a first try at this technique. It was a little difficult to keep my stitches loose enough even though I normally crochet rather loose. Very stretchy. First two photos adult female size head last photo, small stuffed animal. I would say this would fit baby to pre-teen size. A little short for adult size.