Crochet Variegated Slouchy Hat

Create a stylish and unique slouchy hat using variegated yarn with a crochet technique. This hat will feature a beautiful blend of colors that will make it stand out from the crowd. The variegated yarn will add depth and dimension to the hat, making it a fun and eye-catching accessory to wear during the colder months. The slouchy design will give the hat a relaxed and casual look, perfect for pairing with your favorite winter outfits. By crocheting a variegated slouchy hat, you can showcase your creativity and skill in a fun and fashionable way. The variegated yarn will create a one-of-a-kind look that is sure to turn heads and make a statement. Whether you're making this hat for yourself or as a gift for a friend, the variegated slouchy hat is a versatile and trendy accessory that will add a pop of color and style to any winter wardrobe.

SKILL LEVEL

Easy

SIZE AND FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Small/Medium – 21.5” around, 9.5” tall;
Large – 24.0” around, 11.0” tall;

MATERIALS
Hobby Lobby I Love This Wool! Ombre (93% Wool, 7% Nylon 3oz/85g; 186 yds/170 m);
Worsted weight; medium
(320 Pastels Pinks) – approx. 210 – 260 yds;
or any worsted weight multicolored yarn;

Suggested yarn:
Lion Brand Landscapes Yarn

Sugar ‘n Cream Yarn, Patons Classic Wool Worsted
Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton Yarn, Red Heart Super Saver Yarn

CROCHET HOOK

I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook, OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE.

GAUGE: 14 sc and 18 rows to 4”/10 cm

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.

INSTRUCTIONS

Notes:

1. 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.
2. A hat is worked in continuous rounds from top to bottom.
3. For ease in working, circle all numbers pertaining to size you’re making.
4. To avoid mistake(s), count stitches in each round, or row when finished.

HAT

Notes: Work in continuous rounds without joining. Place a marker in first st of first rnd and move up each rnd.

Rnd 1: With smaller hook, ch 2, 6 sc in second ch from hook – 6 sts.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around – 12 sts.

Rnd 3: 2 sc in each st around – 24 sts.

Rnd 4: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 36 sts.

Rnd 5: Sc in each st around – 36 sts.

Rnd 6: *Sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc; rep from * around – 48 sts.

Rnd 7: Sc in each st around – 48 sts.

Rnd 8: *Sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc; rep from * around – 60 sts.

Rnd 9: Sc in each st around – 60 sts.

Rnd 10: *Sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc; rep from * around – 72 sts.

For size Adult only

Rnd 11: *Sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc in next sc; rep from * around – 81 sts.

For All sizes

Next Rnd: Sc in each sc around – 72 (81) sts.

Rep last rnd until hat measures 8.75” (10.25”) from beg;

Band

Rnds 1- 2: BPsc around post of each st around – 72 (81) sts.

Rnd 3: BPsc around post of each st around; join with sl st to next BPsc – 72 (81) sts.

Fasten off. Secure yarn to WS.

STITCH ABBREVIATIONS

approx – approximately; beg – beginning; BPsc – Back Post single crochet; ch – chain; dc – double crochet; lp(s) – loop(s); MC – main color; rem – remain/remaining; rep – repeat; Rnd(s)- round(s); RS – right side; sc – single crochet; sl st – slip stitch; sp – space(s); st(s) – stitch(es); WS – wrong side; yo – yarn over; * – repeat the instructions following the single asterisk as directed; “ – inches