Grandma's Baby Hat

This is a brim up striped hat pattern for children with a ribbed cuff inspired by the version my grandmother used to make. It uses a Provisional Cast On to create a double brim and can include an optional pom-pom. **Yarn** DK Weight | Cascade Yarns Ultra Pima (100% Cotton) in two colors. Main Color (MC): approximately 60 (90, 120, 150) total yards required. Contrast Color (CC): approximately 12 (20, 30, 44) (+ pom-pom quantity) total yards required. *We knit our samples in the following colorways: White 3728, Baby Blue 3773, China Pink 3711, Yellow Rose 3743, Spring Green 3762, Orchid Bloom 3852.* **Needles** US 3 (3.25mm), 12-inch circular or double pointed needles for the ribbing. (9-inch may be substituted for the smaller hats and 16-inch for the larger). US 4 (3.50mm) 12 or 16-inch circular needles for the body. A set of US 4 (3.50 mm) double pointed needles (or alternate method) for finishing. Spare circular needles or double pointed needles, size US 3 (3.25mm) or smaller. A crochet hook for the Provisional Cast On. **Notions** Scrap yarn for the Provisional Cast On. At least one stitch marker. Tapestry needle. Small pom-pom maker (optional). **Sizing** Preemie (Newborn, Baby, Toddler) Blocked hat circumference: 11 inches (13 inches, 15 inches, 17 inches). This pattern is intended to have 0-3 inches of negative ease. **Gauge** Size US 4 (3.50mm) needles. 2 inches by 2 inches: 17 rows, 13 stitches (Gauge swatch was knit in the round, washed on a gentle cycle in cold water and air dried). **Skills** Provisional Cast On Knit (k) Purl (p) Knit Two Together (k2tog)