Creating a simple and stylish slouchy hat is a fantastic project for crochet beginners. Here’s a free pattern to help you make an Easy Minute Slouchy Hat. This pattern is designed for comfort and speed, making it an ideal choice for last-minute gifts or a quick addition to your winter wardrobe.

Materials You’ll Need:

  • Worsted weight yarn in your preferred color (about 150-200 yards)
  • Crochet hook size I/9 (5.5 mm)
  • Yarn needle
  • Scissors

Abbreviations:

  • Ch: Chain
  • Sl st: Slip stitch
  • Hdc: Half-double crochet
  • Dc: Double crochet
  • Fpdc: Front post double crochet
  • Bpdc: Back post double crochet

Instructions:

  1. Start with a Magic Circle:Make a magic circle and chain 2.
  2. Round 1:Work 10 hdc into the magic circle. Pull the circle tight, and join with a sl st to the first hdc.
  3. Round 2:Ch 2 (counts as first hdc), then work 2 hdc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the first hdc. (20 hdc)
  4. Round 3:Ch 2 (counts as first hdc), hdc in the next stitch, 2 hdc in the next stitch. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first hdc. (30 hdc)
  5. Round 4-9:Ch 2 (counts as first hdc), hdc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the first hdc. (30 hdc) Adjust the number of rounds to your desired slouchiness.
  6. Round 10:Ch 2 (counts as first hdc), fpdc around the next stitch, bpdc around the next stitch. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first hdc. This creates a ribbed brim for your hat.
  7. Round 11:Ch 2 (counts as first hdc), bpdc around the next stitch, fpdc around the next stitch. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first hdc.
  8. Round 12:Repeat Round 11.
  9. Finishing:Fasten off and weave in any loose ends using a yarn needle.

This Easy Minute Slouchy Hat pattern is very adaptable. You can customize it by adding embellishments like a pom-pom or changing colors. Feel free to experiment with different stitch patterns for the body of the hat as well. Enjoy your cozy and stylish slouchy hat!