Lion BabySoft or Bernat Softee-Baby sport weight yarn (Softee-Baby comes out slightly larger)

US #5 dpn’s—it is helpful to have a 5th needle, but it can be done on 4

Should fit a 2-8-month old baby.
Will fit a 16” circumference head, and is approx. 7” tall.
For a slightly larger size, use a larger gauge needle.
This hat does not have a turned up cuff. If you want that, then do ribbing for 2 to 3 inches.