2x2 Rib Worsted Hat Pattern

Note: This is my size, and i have a very small head. So you may want to cast on more stitches as long as the amount is a multiple of 4.

1. Cast on 98 stitches using the longtail cast on
2. knit 2, purl 2
3. Decrease crown: Split the stitches into even sections that are a multiple of 4, so that the 2x2 rib doesn’t get interrupted as much. I split mine into sections of 9 stitches. Decrease the last 2 stitches in the section.
   • Example: knit 2, purl 2, knit 2, purl 1, then purl 2 together for the very first increase.
4. Knit/purl stitches as they appear for next round.
5. Once you have around 20-30 stitches, start decreasing every round, disregarding the rib pattern to shape the crown
6. when there’s about 10 stitches left, or you simply cannot stand to decrease anymore, cut the yarn and leave a very long tail.
7. Cinch the top shut with the tapestry needle by weaving in the tail into the stitches on your needles.
8. Weave in the ends and done!