Crochet 101 - Hats

I have decided since I finished the scarf I was working on I would try my hand at a hat for the Princess.  I don't know if it is me or the pattern or a combination but it just doesn't look right to me!!  You would think it would kinda get wider and wider as you add more rows but this doesn't seem to be going anywhere.  I don't know. .maybe I will give it up until I can find a different pattern or something.  Then again the practice is good.  I suppose I should have someone here sitting with me while I start it and all.  I have asked my MIL for some help which has been great but by the time I get home I have forgotten what she showed me and am confused even more.  LOL!!