Barley by Tin Can Knits is a perfect first hat project! It's knit in the round from the brim to the crown.
The pattern includes seven sizes ranging from Baby to Audit Large (isn't that great?) and calls for a worsted weight yarn. We think this would be especially beautiful in Rios or Malabrigo Worsted.
It's knit using sizes US 6 and 8 needles.
This pattern is available as a PDF download.