Pattern is both written and charted, and uses a knit/purl pattern and basic decreases that are suitable for a beginner hat knitter.
Yarn: Hedgehog Fibers Merino Dk (dk weight/115 g/219 yds per skein) 1 skein in “Zenith”

Needles: US 4 (3.5 mm) 16” circular for ribbed brim. US 6 (4 mm) 16” circular and dpns (OR SIZE NEEDED TO OBTAIN GAUGE) for body of hat.

Notions: stitch marker, blunt needle for weaving in ends, Clover extra large pom pom maker

Gauge: 22 sts and 32 rows = 4” in main pattern on larger needles
Finished size: 21.75 inches in circumference, unstretched. Fits adult heads up to 24.75”