This ponytail or “messy bun” hat is newsboy style. It features a soft brim and flexible back opening for a ponytail or messy bun. A closed back version is also available in a slouchy style (Slouchy Newsboy Hat). It fits more hair & sits over the ears. Pattern below includes slouchy option as well if XL size needed.

Tools & Notions(s):
US15 (10 mm) circulars 29” - main hat
DPN or 16” circ US15 or US13 - brim & crown
2 stitch markers, tapestry needle, & scissors

Yarn(s):
#6 Super bulky. 2 skeins (113g - 64 yards ea) Hometown USA by Lion Brand Super.
Pink sample used - 1 ball (200g - 87 yards) Wool And The Gang Crazy Sexy wool color Hot Punk Pink.
(Small test sample Deborah Norville Serenity Chunky Red Ochre)

Gauge: 2 sts per inch x 4 rows per inch

Sizing: Fits most adults; for slight adjustment change needle size up or down or change yarn. For smaller sizes adjust stitch count down in multiples of 6. Visor cast on 1/3 of final st count, increase to 1/2 of final st count. For XL (Extra Large) hat add OPTIONAL SLOUCH.