Crochet Slouchy Hat
Discover the art of creating a stylish and trendy accessory with the Crochet Slouchy Hat. This unique and versatile hat is perfect for those looking to add a touch of fashion to their winter wardrobe. With its loose and relaxed fit, it exudes a casual yet chic vibe that can effortlessly elevate any outfit. This fashionable headwear is designed to provide both warmth and style, making it a must-have accessory for the colder months. The crochet technique allows you to experiment with different stitches and patterns, giving you the freedom to customize your hat to suit your personal taste. Whether you prefer a classic solid color or a vibrant multicolored design, the Crochet Slouchy Hat is sure to become a staple in your collection. So grab your crochet hook and yarn, and get ready to create a hat that will turn heads wherever you go.
SKILL LEVEL
Easy – Intermediate
SIZE AND FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Toddler – 18.0” around, 8.0” tall;
Child – 20.0” around, 9.0” tall;
Teen/Adult – 22.0” around, 10.0” tall.
Adult – 24.0” around, 10.0” tall.
MATERIALS
Lion Brand “Hometown USA” (100% Acrylic; 5 oz/142g; 81yd/74m); Super Bulky weight;
or
“Wool-Ease Thick & Quick” (80% Acrylic, 20% Wool 6oz/170g; 106yd/97m); Super Bulky weight
- Main Color (MC)
(215 Little Rock Granite) – approx. 130 – 165 yds - Contrast A
(099 Los Angeles Tan) – approx. 10 yds - Matching thread and needle.
CROCHET HOOK
M/13 (9.00 mm) andK/10½ (6.50 mm) crochet hooks, OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE.
GAUGE
7 dc and 4 rows to 4”/10 cm, using M/13 (9.00 mm) crochet hook;
(Note: Be sure to check your gauge before starting to crochet. If the gauge is larger, change to a smaller hook size, or work tightly. If it is smaller, change to a larger hook size, or work loosely.)
SPECIAL STITCH
“butterfly wing” – (dc, ch 2, sc, ch 2, dc), (2 dc, ch 2, sc, ch 2, 2 dc), or (2 dc, ch 2, sc, ch 1, sc, ch 2, 2 dc)
INSTRUCTIONS
Notes:
- Instructions are written for the smallest size with changes for larger sizes given in parentheses. When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes.
- A hat is worked in rounds from top to bottom.
- Ch 3 (4) at beg of rounds count as dc throughout.
- For ease in working, circle all numbers pertaining to size you’re making.
- To avoid mistake(s), count stitches in each round, or row when finished.
HAT
With MC, and larger hook, ch 5, join with sl st in first ch to form a ring. Also, you may begin with “magic ring”. A lot of video tutoring is at YouTube for this.
Rnd 1: Ch 3 (count as dc), work 6 (7, 8, 9) dc in ring; join with sl st to top of beg ch 3 – 7 (8, 9, 10) dc.
Rnd 2: (Ch 5, sc, ch 2, dc) in same st, * (dc, ch 2, sc, ch 2, dc) in next st, rep from * around; join with sl st in third ch of beg ch 5 – 7 (8, 9, 10) petals.
Rnd 3: (Ch 5, sc, ch 2, dc) in same space, skip 7 sts, * (dc, ch 2, sc, ch 2, dc) = “butterfly wing” in next space between two dc, skip 7 sts, rep from * around; join with sl st in third ch of beg ch 5 – 7 (8, 9, 10) “butterfly wings“.
Rnd 4: (Ch 4, dc, ch 2, sc, ch 2, 2 dc) in same space, skip “butterfly wing”, * (2 dc, ch 2, sc, ch 2, 2 dc) = “butterfly wing” in next sp, skip “butterfly wing”, rep from * around; join with sl st to top of beg ch 4 – 7 (8, 9, 10) “butterfly wings“.
Rnd 5: Repeat Rnd 4 once.
Rnd 6: (Ch 4, dc, ch 2, sc, ch 1, sc, ch 2, 2 dc) in same space, skip “butterfly wing”, * (2 dc, ch 2, sc, ch 1, sc, ch 2, 2 dc) = “butterfly wing” in next sp, skip “butterfly wing”, rep from * around; join with sl st to top of beg ch 4 – 7 (8, 9, 10) “butterfly wings“.
Next Rnd(s): Repeat last rnd 2 (3, 4, 4) times, or until hat measures 6.75 (7.75, 8.5, 8.5) inches / 17 (19.7, 21.6, 21.6) cm from beg.
Note: Fold the hat in half, then make flat, and measure from top of hat to the bottom edge.
Band
Rnd 1: With smaller hook, ch 3, dc in next dc, skip 3 sts, dc in ch-1 space, skip 3 sts, * dc in next 4 sts, skip 3 sts, dc in ch-1 sp, skip 3 sts, rep from * around, end dc in last two dc; join with sl st to top of beg ch 3 – 35 (40, 45, 50) sts.
For sizes Child, Adult only
Rnd 2: Ch 3, FPdc around next st, * BPdc around next st, FPdc around next st; rep from * around; join with sl st to top of beg ch 3 – 40 (50) sts.
For sizes Toddler, Teen/Adult only
Rnd 2: Ch 3, * FPdc around next st, BPdc around next st; rep from * around; join with sl st to top of beg ch 3 – 35 (45) sts.
For all sizes
Rnd 3: Rep last rnd once. Fasten off. Secure yarn to WS.
FLOWER
With A, and smaller hook, ch 4, join with slip st to form a ring.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, (sc in ring, ch 3) 6 times; join with slip st to first sc – 6 ch-3 spaces.
Rnd 2: Slip st in first ch-3 space, ch 1, (sc, 3 dc, sc) in same space and in each ch-3 sp around; join with slip st to first sc – 6 petals.
Fasten off. Secure yarn to WS.
FINISHING
Sew Flower to Hat as shown in picture.
STITCH ABBREVIATIONS
approx – approximately; beg – beginning; ch – chain; dc – double crochet; dc2tog – double crochet two together; hdc – half double crochet; lp(s) – loop(s); MC – main color; rem – remain/remaining; rep – repeat; Rnd(s)- round(s); RS – right side; sc – single crochet; sc2tog – single crochet two sts together; sl st – slip stitch; sp – space(s); st(s) – stitch(es); WS – wrong side; yo – yarn over; ( ) – work instructions within parentheses as many times as directed; * – repeat the instructions following the single asterisk as directed; “ – inches