Tutorial 1 | Basic Slouchy Hat

Level: Basic

Size: One Size

• Unstretched: 20" Circumference
• Fits: 20"-24" Circumference

Required Skills

• Stretchy Cast-On (see "Related Tutorials" below for different methods)
• Knit
• Purl
• Decrease - K2T (Knit 2 together)

Required Materials

• Size 5 US (3.75 mm) 16" Circular Needle
• Size 8 US (5mm) 16" Circular Needle
• Size 8 US (5 mm) Double Pointed Needles
• Tapestry Needle
• Approximately 200 yards (183m)of worsted weight yarn
• 5 Stitch Markers

Instructions

Step 1: Using the Size 5 US (3.75 mm) Knitting Needle and the long-tail cast-on method cast on 90  stitches.

Step 1 Optional: For more advanced cast-on options see the links below. 

Step 2: Place a stitch marker and join in the round.

Step 3: *Knit 1, Purl 1* repeat across round. Repeat round until the brim measures 1" (2.5 cm).

Step 3 Optional Modification: If you would prefer a folded over brim, knit until the piece measures 5" (12.7 cm). This requires approximately 50 yards (45 m) extra of yarn.

Step 4: Knit 1 round switching from your size 5 US (3.75 mm) needle to your size 8 US (5 mm) needle. 

Step 5: Knit until hat measures 7.5" (19 cm) total

Step 6: *Knit 18 Small stitches then place a stitch marker* Repeat across round. 

Decreases

Step 7: Knit 1 round switching to your Size 8 US (5 mm) double pointed needles.

Step 8: *Knit to 2 stitches before marker, Knit 2 together* Repeat across round (5 stitches decreased).

Step 9: Knit one round. 

Repeat Steps 8 and 9 until 20 stitches remain.

Step 10: Cut the string leaving an 15" (38 cm) tail. Use the tapestry needle to thread the tail through the remaining stitches and pull the yarn so the circle closes. Tie a knot on the inside of the hat to secure end. This tail can then be used to attach a pom-pom. 

Weave in ends and enjoy!

Materials Used in Video

• Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Economy Yarn, Aran Fleck
• Size 5 US and Size 8 US 16" Circular Needles: Clover Takumi Bamboo Circular 16-Inch Knitting Needles, Size 5 Clover Takumi Bamboo Circular 16-Inch Knitting Needles, Size 8
• Size 8 US Double Pointed Needles: Knitter's Pride 8/5mm Dreamz Double Pointed Needles, 8"
• Tapestry/Yarn Needle: Susan Bates Steel Yarn Knitting Needle, 2-3/4-Inch, 2 Per Package

Related Tutorials

• Stretchy Cast-On Basic (Long Tail Cast-On): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kn4rcAnnS7U