We had so much fun knitting this up in the Knitting for Boys group as a KAL! Lots of tips & tricks to be found in our discussions here and here.

Salute is a brimmed hat for all ages. Its worked band first,
then stitches for body and brim are picked up and knit.
Practice or learn short-row shaping technique, and even try
out some buttonholes. This classic design can be personalized in so many ways, including adding stripes to the brim as shown. Pictured in Adult Large and Toddler sizes (both green and striped hat versions).

Tot Toppers patterns are available wholesale through NNK Press.

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Size: Up to 6 Months(6-12 Months, Toddler, Child, Adult Small, Adult Large)
Finished Circumference: 12(14, 16, 18, 20, 22) inches
To Fit: 15(17, 19, 21, 23, 25) inches
Gauge: 19 sts and 25 rows per 4 inches stockinette
Yarn: Malabrigo Yarns Twist 100% merino; 150 yards/100 meters per 3.5 ounce/100 gram skein 1(1, 1, 1, 2, 2) skeins #55 “Olive” or 75(95, 120, 145, 160, 175) yards
Tools: Size 7(4.5 mm) 16” (Smallest through Child sizes) or 24” (Adult sizes) circular needles and set of 5 DPNs, stitch markers
Notions: Two ¾ or 1 inch buttons
Other: Plastic template or other material suitable for brim