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This little hat knits up quickly, even in fingering weight, and the chevron pattern is easy to memorize, as are the crown decreases. It’s a great way to use up leftover sock yarn, works well with variegated, self-striping or solid color yarn, and best of all, in Ollie’s honor, this is a freebie.