I really like this pattern.  There are details about how it works that just make me smile.

First.  How the ribbing merges into the pattern is seamless. The 2×1 ribbing moves cleanly into the hat body patttern.  Very nice.

Nice, thoughtfull transistion

Nice, thoughtful transistion

And secondly, the top of the hat is handsome.  Again, it’s a fussy finishing detail I adore.  I had to read the instructions twice, but I’m glad I did.

Nice detailing

Nice detailing