There is crochet involved in the finishing (comb) of this hat.

Notions: Size G/4mm crochet hook, size 7 dpns (2) or 1 circ (for i-cord tie)

Special Stitches & Techniques

Sc: Single Crochet - Insert hook in stitch.Yarn over hook. Pull yarn through stitch.Yarn over hook. Pull yarn through 2 loops on hook (one single crochet made).

Hdc: Half Double Crochet - Yarn over hook. Insert hook in the next stitch to be worked.Yarn over hook. Pull yarn through stitch.Yarn over hook. Pull yarn through all 3 loops on hook (one half double crochet made).

Dc: Double Crochet - YO hook, insert hook in the next stitch to be worked,YO hook, draw through stitch,YO hook, draw through first 2 loops on hook, YO hook, draw through rem 2 loops on hook.

VDD: Vertical Double Decrease - Sl 2 sts as if to work k2 tog R, k1, pass slipped sts over (decrease of 2 sts)

K2tog-R: Knit 2 together with a right slant (aka K2tog)

K2tog-L: Knit 2 together with a left slant (aka SSK) YO:Yarn over - wrap yarn around hook or needle