I also wrote up the pattern. Just in case you wanted it. It's for sale on Ravelry. If you're not a Raveler (but why wouldn't you be?), email me and we'll work out something Paypal-y and download-y for you.

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Yarn: Suss Yarn's Alpaca
Gauge: 21 sts & 28 rows to 4"/10cm over St st in the round with yarn held doubled
Sizes: Child, Adult Small, Adult Large - 19 (20 1/2, 22)"
The Young Man loves it. And isn't he adorable in it?! The Alpaca makes this fantastic, thick, smooshy and warm fabric. Great for Fall and Winter. I like it because it's an interesting hat, but also great for men. Generally you can find interesting hats or manly hats, but very rarely do you find the two together. Dig it.
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