Knitting Pattern Ridged Check Stitch Hat for a Girl ( 12 months, 2-4 years)

This is a knitting pattern for a very cute girl's hat in Ridged Check Stitch available in two sizes: 12 months and 2-4 years.

The hat is made using a simple slip stitch pattern, easy enough for a beginning knitter.

The hat is made flat on straight needles and has a seam.

Finished Measurements:

Hat circumference: 15” (16.75”) relaxed
Hat height: 6.5”(7.5”)

Yarn used: medium worsted #4 ( 10ply)
Needles used:
* U.S. #7 (4.5mm) straight needles for the ribbing only
* U.S. #9 (5.5mm) straight needles for the main body of the hat

Gauge: 4 sts per 1" in stockinette stitch
4.5 sts per 1" in Ridged Check stitch