Knitted flat on straight needles using aran or chunky wool, this is an easy pattern and knits up fast. Suitable for beginners and includes Instructions for several different sizes. As it is knit using a self-patterning yarn, it looks more intricate than it actually is! The brim can be turned up for a watchman style hat or left unrolled for a beanie. For a different look, in stocking stitch instead of garter stitch, purl every second row after the ribbing. The pattern is colour coded for ease of use.