Free crochet pattern
Relaxed slouchy crochet beanie with ribbed brim
This slouchy beanie is worked top-down in joined rounds of double crochet, increasing twelve stitches per round to a roomy 72-stitch crown, then worked straight for the slouch. A decrease round and front and back post double crochet ribbing pull in the brim. It uses about 240 yards of worsted yarn.
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| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Skill level | Easy |
| Yarn weight | Medium (#4) |
| Yardage | 220–260 yd (201–238 m) |
| Hook | 5.5 mm |
| Gauge | 13 dc and 7 rnds = 4 in (10 cm). |
| Finished size | 22 in (56 cm) body circumference, 18.5 in (47 cm) brim, 12.5 in (32 cm) tall; fits 20–23 in heads |
| Time | about 2.5 hours |
Materials
- Worsted weight (#4) wool-blend or acrylic yarn, about 240 yd / 220 m
- 5.5 mm (US I-9) crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
Abbreviations (US terms)
Notes before you start
- Beginning ch-2 does not count as a stitch; work the first dc into the same stitch as the join.
- Join each round with a sl st in the first dc.
- For less slouch, work Rnds 7–14 instead of 7–18.
Crown
- Rnd 1: Make a magic ring, ch 2, 12 dc in ring, sl st in first dc. (12)
- Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st in first dc. (24)
- Rnd 3: Ch 2, *dc in next st, 2 dc in next st; rep from * around, sl st in first dc. (36)
- Rnd 4: Ch 2, *dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st; rep from * around, sl st in first dc. (48)
- Rnd 5: Ch 2, *dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st; rep from * around, sl st in first dc. (60)
- Rnd 6: Ch 2, *dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st; rep from * around, sl st in first dc. (72)
Body
- Rnds 7–18: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st in first dc. (72)
Brim
- Rnd 19: Ch 2, *dc in next 4 sts, dc2tog; rep from * around, sl st in first dc. (60)
- Rnds 20–23: Ch 2, *fpdc around next st, bpdc around next st; rep from * around, sl st in first st. (60)
Finishing
- Fasten off and weave in ends.
- Steam lightly to relax the slouch.
Errata
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Frequently asked questions
How do I make the brim tighter?
Work Round 19 as *dc in next 3 sts, dc2tog* for 58 stitches, then work the ribbing over an even count by working one extra dc2tog.
Why does my ribbing lean?
Post-stitch ribbing spirals slightly in joined rounds. Keep the join in the same place each round and it will stay straight.
