Sometimes simple crochet stitches make the most elegant designs. This soft slouchy hat pattern comes in 3 sizes for women/teens, children, and toddlers. Find the free crochet pattern instructions below, or purchase a print-optimized, ad-free PDF by clicking here.
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Does basic have to be boring? I’ll let the first part of this winter set speak for itself! This easy slouchy beanie pattern uses a combination of familiar crochet stitches and some new techniques to create a high-end looking set that you will love to make for yourself, as well as all the ladies in your family!
Want to crochet the cowl pattern too? It’s right over here.
This set is actually part of a joint effort between American Crochet and myself to create a series of crochet pieces that you can mix and match to create the perfect fall ensemble, or holiday gift. Can’t you just imagine your granddaughter or niece wearing this set to church or a holiday program? You’ll want to keep an eye out for the other accessories, coming soon!
These patterns are crocheted with #3 light weight yarn which is perfect for those of you who live in slightly warmer climates where you still want to look cozy but not melt. However they should still work well for people who are in cooler areas and need a dressy set for special occasions. Even though Bernat Baby Sport is labeled as a baby yarn it comes in several colors that will work well for adults and teens, as well as kids. This yarn can be machine washed, but I always recommend hand-washing crocheted pieces. Did I mention it also has beautiful stitch definition?
The versatility of this crochet hat pattern is one of my favorite parts. You can make the hat longer or shorter depending on how much slouch you want. The Granite stitch (also known as the Moss stitch or Seed stitch) creates a very stretchy fabric with gorgeous drape. Despite the tendency of this stitch to create a more open fabric it is still quite warm, and incredibly comfortable to wear. Let’s get started!
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Difficulty:
Easy
Materials Needed:
220-240 yds #3 light weight Bernat Baby Sport yarn in Baby Grey, or Cloudburst
5mm (H) hook, or hook needed to obtain gauge (body)
4mm (G) hook (hat band)
Scissors
Measuring stick or measuring tape
Yarn needle
¼ yard Fashion Faux Fox Fur in “Silver” for pom-pom
Golf-ball size piece of polyester filling
Sewing needle
Heavy-duty button thread
Size 4 metal snap
Stitches Used:
sl st = slip stitch
sc = single crochet
hdc = half double crochet
dc = double crochet
Additional Terms:
hdc in the 3rd loop = Look at the top of the stitch, and locate the sideways “V”, bend the stitch to look at the back*, and you should see another “V”. You’ll be working into the back loop of that “V”, this is called the 3rd loop. *When working in rows this 3rd loop will be facing you. Click the link for a picture tutorial.
st/sts = stitch/stitches
sp/sps = space/spaces
prev =previous
Gauge:
14 sc or hdc in 4″.
Measurements:
Finished teen/adult hat measures approximately 10 1/2” tall by 11” wide, but can be made taller, or shorter depending on your preference.
Finished child hat measures approximately 8 1/2-9 1/2” tall by 10” wide, but can be made taller, or shorter depending on your preference.
Finished toddler hat measures approximately 6 1/2-7 1/2″ tall by 9″ wide but can be made taller, or shorter depending on your preference.
Additional Notes:
-ch-1 at beginning of row does not count as stitch
-ch-2 at beginning of round stands for starting ch + ch-1 sp.
-You can modify the length of the hat by choosing to do more rounds or fewer rounds of the granite stitch section.
Misty Hollow Easy Crochet Slouch Hat Pattern (US Terms):
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Teen/Adult Slouch Hat Pattern:
Hat band:
Using 4mm (G) hook,
Row 1: Leaving a 10″ tail, ch 11, hdc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in each st across, ch 1, turn. (10)
Rows 2-60: working in 3rd loop of hdc from prev row, hdc in each st across, ch 1, turn. (10)
The band should measure approximately 22” long by 2 1/2″ wide and wrap comfortably around your head at this point. If it seems too big, or you want a tighter hat you are welcome to leave off some of the final rows, but be sure to adjust your stitches in round 1 below to maintain the same stitch count as the pattern calls for.
Drop working yarn, but do not fasten off.
Sew ends of band together with 10” tail left over from row 1.
Hat body:
Pick up working yarn.
Using 5mm (H) hook, or hook needed to obtain gauge, crochet this next section along the side of the band:
Round 1: ch 1, 2 hdc in first hdc, hdc in each of the next 2 hdc sts, *2 hdc in next hdc, hdc in next 2 hdc sts; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first hdc. (80 hdc)
Round 2: working in 3rd loop of hdc, hdc in each st around, join with sl st to first hdc. (80)
Round 3: working in 3rd loop of hdc, sc in each st around, join with sl st to first sc. (80)
Round 4: ch 3 (counts as first dc) 3 dc in same st as join, sk 3 sts, *4 dc in next st, sk 3 sts; repeat from around, join with sl st to first dc. (20 shells)
Round 5: sl st over 2 sts to center of 4-dc shell, ch 3 (counts as first dc) 3 dc between 2nd and 3rd dc of first shell, sk 4 sts, *4 dc between 2nd and 3rd dc of next shell, sk 4 sts; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first dc. (20 shells)
Round 6: ch 1, hdc in same st as join, *sk st, 2 hdc between 2nd and 3rd dc of shell, sk st, hdc in next 2 sts; repeat from * around, omitting last hdc on final repeat, join with sl st to first hdc. (80)
Round 7: ch 1, working in 3rd loop of hdc, hdc in each st around, join with sl st to first hdc. (80)
Round 8: working in 3rd loop of hdc, sc in each st around, join with sl st to first sc. (80)
You will now begin the granite stitch section. Keep your tension very relaxed across this section so that your stitches don’t start to suck in too much. If you need to feel free to go up a hook size or two.
Round 9: ch 1, sc in same st as join, ch 1, sk st, *sc in next st, ch 1, sk st; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first sc. (40 sc, 40 ch-1 sps)
Round 10: ch 2 (counts as beg chain + ch-1 sp), sk st, sc in ch-1 sp, *ch 1, sk st, sc in next ch-1 sp; repeat from * around, join with sl st in first ch. (40 sc, 40 ch-1 sps)
Round 11: ch 1, *sc in ch-1 sp, ch 1, sk st; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first sc. (40 sc, 40 ch-1 sps)
Repeat rounds 10-11 until your hat reaches 10” tall then begin decreases.
Decrease rounds:
Round 1: ch 1, sc in each ch-1 so around, join with sl st to first sc. (40)
Round 2: ch 2, sk st, sc in next st, *ch 1, sk st, sc in next st; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first sc. (20 sc, 20 ch-1 sps)
Round 3: ch 1, sc in each ch-1 sp around, join with sl st to first sc. (20)
Fasten off, leaving 12” tail.
Sew top of hat shut with tail by sewing through the top of each stitch and then cinching the hole shut. Fasten off securely and weave in ends.
See pom-pom instructions at bottom of post.
Child Slouch Hat Pattern (4-8 yrs):
Hat band:
Using 4mm (G) hook,
Row 1: Leaving a 10″ tail, ch 11, hdc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in each st across, ch 1, turn. (10)
Rows 2-54: working in 3rd loop of hdc from prev row, hdc in each st across, ch 1, turn. (10)
The band should measure approximately 20” long by 2 1/2″ wide and wrap comfortably around your child’s head at this point. If it seems too big, or you want a tighter hat you are welcome to leave off some of the final rows, but be sure to adjust your stitches in round 1 below to maintain the same stitch count as the pattern calls for.
Drop working yarn, but do not fasten off.
Sew ends of band together with 10” tail left over from row 1.
Hat body:
Pick up working yarn.
Using 5mm (H) hook, or hook needed to obtain gauge, crochet this next section along the side of the band:
Round 1: ch 1, 2 hdc in first hdc, hdc in each of the next 2 hdc sts, *2 hdc in next hdc, hdc in next 2 hdc sts; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first hdc. (72)
Round 2: working in 3rd loop of hdc, hdc in each st around, join with sl st to first hdc. (72)
Round 3: working in 3rd loop of hdc, sc in each st around, join with sl st to first sc. (72)
Round 4: ch 3 (counts as first dc) 3 dc in same st as join, sk 3 sts, *4 dc in next st, sk 3 sts; repeat from around, join with sl st to first dc. (18 shells)
Round 5: sl st over 2 sts to center of 4-dc shell, ch 3 (counts as first dc) 3 dc between 2nd and 3rd dc of first shell, sk 4 sts, *4 dc between 2nd and 3rd dc of next shell, sk 4 sts; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first dc. (18 shells)
Round 6: ch 1, hdc in same st as join, *sk st, 2 hdc between 2nd and 3rd dc of shell, sk st, hdc in next 2 sts; repeat from * around, omitting last hdc on final repeat, join with sl st to first hdc. (72)
Round 7: ch 1, working in 3rd loop of hdc, hdc in each st around, join with sl st to first hdc. (72)
Round 8: working in 3rd loop of hdc, sc in each st around, join with sl st to first sc. (72)
You will now begin the granite stitch section. Keep your tension very relaxed across this section so that your stitches don’t start to suck in too much. If you need to feel free to go up a hook size or two.
Round 9: ch 1, sc in same st as join, ch 1, sk st, *sc in next st, ch 1, sk st; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first sc. (36 sc, 36 ch-1 sps)
Round 10: ch 2 (counts as beg chain + ch-1 sp), sk st, sc in ch-1 sp, *ch 1, sk st, sc in next ch-1 sp; repeat from * around, join with sl st in first ch. (36 sc, 36 ch-1 sps)
Round 11: ch 1, *sc in ch-1 sp, ch 1, sk st; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first sc. (36 sc, 36 ch-1 sps)
Repeat rounds 10-11 until your hat reaches 8-9” tall then begin decreases.
Decrease rounds:
Round 1: ch 1, sc in each ch-1 so around, join with sl st to first sc. (36)
Round 2: ch 2, sk st, sc in next st, *ch 1, sk st, sc in next st; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first sc. (18 sc, 18 ch-1 sps)
Round 3: ch 1, sc in each ch-1 sp around, join with sl st to first sc. (18)
Fasten off, leaving 12” tail.
Sew top of hat shut with tail by sewing through the top of each stitch and then cinching the hole shut. Fasten off securely and weave in ends.
See pom-pom instructions at bottom of post.
Toddler/Preschooler Hat Pattern:
Hat band:
Using 4mm (G) hook,
Row 1: Leaving an 8″ tail, ch 8, hdc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in each st across, ch 1, turn. (7)
Rows 2-48: working in 3rd loop of hdc from prev row, hdc in each st across, ch-1 turn. (7)
The band should measure approximately 18” long by 2″ wide and wrap comfortably around your toddler or pre-schooler’s head at this point. If it seems too big, or you want a tighter hat you are welcome to leave off some of the final rows, but be sure to adjust your stitches in round 1 below to maintain the same stitch count as the pattern calls for.
Drop working yarn, but do not fasten off.
Sew ends of band together with 8” tail left over from row 1.
Hat body:
Pick up working yarn.
Using 5mm (H) hook, or hook needed to obtain gauge, crochet this next section along the side of the band:
Round 1: ch 1, 2 hdc in first hdc, hdc in each of the next 2 hdc sts, *2 hdc in next hdc, hdc in next 2 hdc sts; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first hdc. (64)
Round 2: working in 3rd loop of hdc, hdc in each st around, join with sl st to first hdc. (64)
Round 3: working in 3rd loop of hdc, sc in each st around, join with sl st to first sc. (64)
Round 4: ch 3 (counts as first dc) 3 dc in same st as join, sk 3 sts, *4 dc in next st, sk 3 sts; repeat from around, join with sl st to first dc. (16 shells)
Round 5: sl st over 2 sts to center of 4-dc shell, ch 3 (counts as first dc) 3 dc between 2nd and 3rd dc of first shell, sk 4 sts, *4 dc between 2nd and 3rd dc of next shell, sk 4 sts; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first dc. (16 shells)
Round 6: ch 1, hdc in same st as join, *sk st, 2 hdc between 2nd and 3rd dc of shell, sk st, hdc in next 2 sts; repeat from * around, omitting last hdc on final repeat, join with sl st to first hdc. (64)
Round 7: ch 1, working in 3rd loop of hdc, hdc in each st around, join with sl st to first hdc. (64)
Round 8: working in 3rd loop of hdc, sc in each st around, join with sl st to first sc. (64)
You will now begin the granite stitch section. Keep your tension very relaxed across this section so that your stitches don’t start to suck in too much. If you need to feel free to go up a hook size or two.
Round 9: ch 1, sc in same st as join, ch 1, sk st, *sc in next st, ch 1, sk st; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first sc. (32 sc, 32 ch-1 sps)
Round 10: ch 2 (counts as beg chain + ch-1 sp), sk st, sc in ch-1 sp, *ch 1, sk st, sc in next ch-1 sp; repeat from * around, join with sl st in first ch. (32 sc, 32 ch-1 sps)
Round 11: ch 1, *sc in ch-1 sp, ch 1, sk st; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first sc. (32 sc, 32 ch-1 sps)
Repeat rounds 10-11 until your hat reaches 6-7” tall then begin decreases.
Decrease rounds:
Round 1: ch 1, sc in each ch-1 so around, join with sl st to first sc. (32)
Round 2: ch 2, sk st, sc in next st, *ch 1, sk st, sc in next st; repeat from * around, join with sl st to first sc. (16 sc, 16 ch-1 sps)
Round 3: ch 1, sc in each ch-1 sp around, join with sl st to first sc. (16)
Fasten off, leaving 12” tail.
Sew top of hat shut with tail by sewing through the top of each stitch and then cinching the hole shut. Fasten off securely and weave in ends.
See pom-pom instructions below.
How to Make a Snap-on, Detachable Pom-pom:
I just discovered how to make these pom-poms last week and I can’t believe how easy they are! I recommend using snaps from Dritz or Hobby Lobby as they are nice and secure and do not come apart easily.
- Trace a circle around a small bowl or cup using a marker, on the back side of the faux fur fabric. My circle was about 5″ across.
- Cut out the circle. Only cut the fabric backing–not the fur itself! I recommend an XACT-O or similar craft knife.
- With your needle and heavy-duty button thread, sew a loose running stitch all the way around near the edge of the circle.
- Take a small, golf-ball-sized amount of polyester stuffing and put it in the middle of the circle.
- Tug on the ends of the thread to cinch the circle into a ball. It should be snug so the fiber fill doesn’t come out.
- Tie off securely, and then sew one part of the snap over the tiny hole that is left. Make sure it is the right part, facing the right direction or you’ll have to sew it on again (don’t ask me how many times I did that with this pom-pom).
- Sew the other end of the snap over the very top of your hat where you cinched it shut. You should have something that looks like this when you finish:
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