This is a fun, ribbed hat in two sizes - one to fit adults and one for babies. There is a lot of stretch in the ribbing, so the “adult” hat will fit most children, too.

If making it for a child, consider making the hat about an inch (2.5 cm) shorter, before the crown shaping.

I named this pattern after my dad, since the first one I made was for him.

The end of the pattern has notes for making a hat in almost any gauge!