Hats make such wonderful projects - they’re quick, portable and make fantastic gifts. AND doesn’t everyone need one? I love basic patterns that have just enough “umph” to keep you focused. The seed stitch band adds such a degree of class and when topped with the perfect button, you have the “Winterset” hat.

Be prepared to receive some wonderful comments!

Things to know: cast on, bind off, knit, purl, increase and decrease.

You’ll need one skein of Wool-Ease worsted, U.S. 5 - 16” circular needle, U.S. 7 - 16” circular needle, U.S. 7 - double pointed needles, tapestry needle and a one inch button.