Chain 70
Row 1 : SL ST down row, Chain 1, turn.
Row 2 - misc. : SL ST down row [only catching one side of the stitch as opposed to both], Chain 1, turn, and repeat.
Continue the 3rd step until the length of the hat measures 17 inches.
SL ST Seam the two short ends together.
Clip the yarn, but leave a long tail for sewing (a 15 inch long tail is best).
Use the remaining yarn to weave in and out of one end of the hat. Pull the yarn tight to gather the hat together.
Tightly tie the remaining yarn in place. Clip and tuck what remains.
Turn hat inside out and flip the edges over twice.Enjoy!