Free Crochet Pattern: Favorite Slouchy

Hi crochet friends! 

This pattern is a revised version of the Women's Textured & Ribbed Slouchy Beanie. The original pattern (which can be found here now: Women's Slouchy Textured Beanie) was popular but also one of my very first patterns that I wrote and some fellow crocheters expressed having a hard time with how it was written so I've tried to simplify the pattern and make the directions more clear. If you still need help check out the new video tutorial below!

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Jenni

Want to make it a set?

Try out the free infinity scarf pattern here: 

Textured & Ribbed Infinity Scarf

or the traditional scarf here:

Textured Scarf

You can also find the free fingerless glove pattern here:

Textured & Ribbed Fingerless Gloves

This pattern now has a full video tutorial, check it out below or on my YouTube channel!

Skill Level: Intermediate 

Size: Women's, 21-22" head circumference 

 

Supplies: 

Size J (6.0 mm) Hook 

Red Heart With Love Yarn, approx.180 yards 

Tapestry Needle 

Scissors 

Abbreviations (US Terms): 

BLO - Back Loop Only 

Ch - Chain 

Dc - Double Crochet 

Fpdc - Front Post Double Crochet 

Hdc - Half Double Crochet

Sc - Single Crochet 

Ss - Slip Stitch 

Important Notes: 

-All joins are made with a ss. 

-Ch 1's do NOT count as a stitch. 

-When you come to the end of your row do not join to the chain 1, you should be joining to the first stitch in the row. 

-When you see "Repeat *to* around." in the pattern it means to work the stitches listed between the *'s all the way around to the end of the row.

-Gauge is very important for this pattern. Please work the gauge swatch below before making the hat. 

Pattern for Gauge: 

Using size J (6.0 mm) hook and the worsted weight yarn you have chosen for the hat:

Row 1: Ch 15, dc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (14 dc)

Row 2: Ch 1, turn. Dc in each st across. (14 dc) 

Repeat row 2 until you have 8 rows total.

Fasten off.

Lay your piece flat and measure. 

The swatch should measure 4" x 4".  If you do not get gauge you can try loosening or tightening your tension as you crochet or change your hook size to obtain gauge.

Hat Pattern: 

 

Row 1: Magic circle, ch 1, 15 dc in circle. Join & pull circle tight. (15) 

Row 2: Ch 1, 2 dc in each st around. Join. (30) 

Row 3: Ch 1, *Dc, 2 dc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (45) 

Note: The diameter of your circle should measure 3.5".

Row 4: Ch 1, *Dc in 2 st, 2 dc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (60) 

Row 5: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in 3 st, 2 dc in next st. *Dc in 6 st, 2 dc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (69) 

Note: The diameter of your circle should measure 5.5".

Row 6: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69)

Row 7: Ch 1, Fpdc in 1st st. *Dc in next st, fpdc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (69) 

Row 8: Ch 1, Fpdc in 1st st. *Dc in next st, fpdc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (69) 

Row 9: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 10: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 11: Ch 1, Dc in each st around. Join. (69)

Row 12: Ch 1, Dc in each st around. Join. (69)

Row 13: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 14: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 15: Ch 1, Fpdc in 1st st. *Dc in next st, fpdc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (69)

Row 16: Ch 1, Fpdc in 1st st. *Dc in next st, fpdc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (69)

Row 17: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 18: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 19: Ch 1, Dc in each st around. Join. (69)

Row 20: Ch 1, Dc in each st around. Join. (69)

Row 21: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 22: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 23: Ch 1, Fpdc in 1st st. *Dc in next st, fpdc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (69)

Row 24: Ch 1, Fpdc in 1st st. *Dc in next st, fpdc in next st.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (69)

Row 25: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Dc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 26: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Hdc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 27: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Sc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Row 28: Ch 1. Working in BLO: Sc in each st around. Join. (69) 

Fasten off and sew in ends. 

Now you can either make your own yarn pom-pom or use a faux fur pom-pom (tutorial on how to make your own here: Faux Fur Pom-Pom Tutorial) and sew it to the top of the hat.

To make yarn pom-poms I use my hand and wrap the yarn around and around my hand (about 75-100 times depending on how full I want it). Lay out a long piece of yarn (12-18"). Carefully slip the yarn off of your hand and lay on top of the long piece of yarn, tie a knot twice. Using your tapestry needle; sew the long yarn ends in and out of the pom pom through the center a few times. Add a dab or two of fabric glue to the center of you would like (Elmer's school glue works well too). Let dry. Cut through all your loops and trim up your pom-pom so it's nice and even.

Free Crochet Pattern: Women's Textured & Ribbed Ear Warmer

(Shown in Red Heart With Love Cameo)

This pattern has a matching infinity scarf and you can find the free pattern here: 

Textured & Ribbed Infinity Scarf

Thanks so much for stopping by! 

-Jenni

Skill Level: Easy/Intermediate

Size: Women's, 21-22" head circumference

Supplies:
Size I (5.5 mm) Hook
Red Heart With Love Yarn, approx. 175 yards
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Abbreviations (US Terms):
BLO - Back Loop Only
Bpdc - Back Post Double Crochet
Ch - Chain
Dc - Double Crochet
Fpdc - Front Post Double Crochet
Sl st - Slip Stitch
Sp - Space
3LO - 3rd Loop Only

Stitch Explanation:
3rd Loop Only - The third loop is located on the back of the dc, just under the back loop. Please see the photo below:

Important Notes:
-Ch 1's & 2's DO NOT count as a dc & you should join to the 1st dc of each row, not the chain.
-All joins are made with a sl st.

Gauge: Approx. 7 dc x 4 rows = 2"

Row 1: Ch 69, join to first ch making sure not to twist the chain. Ch 2, dc in same sp as ch 2 and in each sp around. Join. (69 dc)
Row 2: Ch 2, fpdc around the first dc of row 1. *Bpdc around next, Fpdc around next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (35 fpdc, 34 bpdc)
Row 3: Ch 2, Fpdc around next. *Bpdc around next, Fpdc around next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (35 fpdc, 34 bpdc)
Row 4: In BLO: Ch 1, dc in same and in each around. Join. (69 dc)
Row 5: In 3LO: Ch 1, dc in same and in each around. Join. (69 dc)
Row 6: In BLO: Ch 1, dc in same and in each around. Join. (69 dc)
Row 7: In 3LO: Ch 1, dc in same and in each around. Join. (69 dc)
Row 8: In BLO: Ch 1, dc in same and in each around. Join. (69 dc)
Row 9: Ch 2, fpdc around the first dc from row 8. *Bpdc around next, fpdc around next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (35 fpdc, 34 bpdc)
Row 10: Ch 2, fpdc around next, *Bpdc around next, fpdc around next.* Repeat from *to* around. Join. (35 fpdc, 34 bpdc)

Fasten off & sew in ends.

Free Crochet Pattern: Women's Vertical Cable Beanie with Slouchy Option

(Shown in Red Heart With Love Pewter & White with White Lion Brand Pom)

Hello crochet friends! A few weeks ago I shared on Instagram a beanie I was working on with a vertical cable and now that it has been tested a few times I am very excited to share the finished pattern with you! Originally I only created the beanie version but I thought it would work great as a slouchy hat too (this is now my fav. slouchy hat!) so I have both options written within the pattern.

(Shown in Big Twist Premium Ivory & Red Heart With Love Black with a Black Lion Brand Pom)

 If you have any questions please feel free to ask. Crochet cables are not the simplest instructions to write out so I've also included a short photo tutorial for the turning rows of the cable.

Thanks so much for stopping by!
-Jenni

Beanie Version              Slouchy Version

(Shown in Red Heart With Love Pewter & White, White Pom by Lion Brand )

Size: Teen/Women's, 21-22" head circumference

Skill Level: Easy/Intermediate

Supplies:
Red Heart With Love Worsted Weight Yarn
Size I (5.5mm) Crochet Hook
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Optional: Lion Brand Pom

Abbreviations (US Terms):
Ch - Chain
Dc - Double Crochet
Fpdc - Front Post Double Crochet
Fptr - Front Post Treble Crochet
Sc - Single Crochet
Sc2tog - Single Crochet 2 Together
Sk - Skip
Sl st - Slip Stitch

Notes:
-Joins are made with sl st.
-Ch 1 does not count as a stitch in the end of row stitch count.
-Gauge: 3.5 dc & 2 rows = 1"

Row 1: Magic circle, ch 1, 11 dc in circle. Join & pull circle tight. (11)
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 dc in same and in each around. Join. (22)
Row 3: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in next. *2 dc in next, dc in next.* Repeat *to* 4 more times. Fpdc around next, dc, fpdc around 6, dc, fpdc around last. Join. (28)
Row 4: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in next. *2 dc in next, dc in next.* Repeat *to* 7 more times. Fpdc around next, dc, fpdc around 6, dc, fpdc. Join. (37)

Note: Photo tutorial for the next 2 rows follows the pattern below, I suggest at least scrolling through the tutorial before moving on if you have never worked  a cable before.

Row 5: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in 2. *2 dc in next, dc in 2.* Repeat *to* 7 more times. Fpdc around next, dc, sk 3, fptr around next 3. Fptr around the 3 skipped, dc, fpdc. Join. (46)
Row 6: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in 3. *2 dc in next, dc in 3.* Repeat *to* 7 more times. Fpdc, 2 dc in next, fpdc around 6, 2 dc in next, fpdc. Join. (57)
Row 7: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in 4. *2 dc in next, dc in 4.* Repeat *to* 7 more times. Fpdc, dc in 2, fpdc around 6, dc in 2, fpdc. Join. (66)
Row 8: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in 52, 2 dc in next. Fpdc, dc in 2, fpdc in 6, dc in 2, fpdc. Join. (68)
Row 9: Ch 1, dc in same and next 55, fpdc, dc in 2, sk 3, fptr around 3, fptr around skipped 3. Dc in 2, fpdc. Join. (68)
Row 10: Ch 1, dc in same and next 55, fpdc, dc in 2, fpdc around 6, dc in 2, fpdc. Join. (68)
Row 11: Repeat row 10.
Row 12: Repeat row 10.

For Beanie: Repeat rows 9-12 2 times, you will end with 20 rows total.
For Slouchy Beanie: Repeat row 9-12 3 times, you will end with 24 rows total.

If you would like a contrasting color for the trim, fasten off and join with your new color in any space.

Final Row: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next and in each around. Join. (67)

Row 5 & 6 tutorial

Row 5: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in 2. *2 dc in next, dc in 2.* Repeat *to* 7 more times. Fpdc around next, dc. 

Sk 3, fptr around next 3. 

Fptr around the 3 skipped.

The 6 fptr's will seem smushed up, this is normal and they will straighten out when the next row is worked. 

 Dc in next. 

Fpdc around last, Join. (46)

Row 6: Ch 1, 2 dc in same, dc in 3. *2 dc in next, dc in 3.* Repeat *to* 7 more times. Fpdc, 2 dc in next. 

Fpdc around 6.

2 dc in next, fpdc. Join. (57)

I hope this short photo tutorial was of some help, if you still need help you can message me on facebook, email (byjennidesigns@gmail.com) me or leave a comment here. 

Free Crochet Pattern: Women's Slouchy Cable Hat

(Shown in Red Heart With Love Pewter)

This design is a spin on my Cable Ear Warmer pattern, if you have already used my ear warmer pattern this will be a piece of cake for you. The base of the hat is the ear warmer and the rest of the hat is worked from the edge of the ear warmer. If you have a hard time with the ear warmer portion of the pattern you can click above to be taken to the pattern where there is a video & photo tutorial.

Thanks so much for stopping by!
-Jenni

Skill Level: Intermediate

Size: Teen/Women's, 21-22" head circumference

Supplies:
Red Heart With Love Yarn, approx. 225-250 yrds.
Size H (5.0 mm) Crochet Hook
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Optional: 2, 25 mm buttons
Optional: Pom-Pom

Abbreviations (US Terms):
Bpdc - Back Post Double Crochet
Ch - Chain
Dc - Double Crochet
Dc2Tog - Double Crochet 2 Together
Fpdc - Front Post Double Crochet
Fptr - Front Post Treble Crochet
Sc - Single Crochet
Sk - Skip
Sl St - Slip Stitch

Cable Band:

Notes:
-Ch 2's count as a dc.
-Gauge: 4 dc & 2 rows = 1"

Row 1: Ch 15, dc in 3rd ch from hook and in each across. Ch 2, turn. (14 dc)
Row 2: Sk first, fpdc around next, dc in next 2, fpdc around next 6, dc in next 2, fpdc around next, dc in last. Ch 2, turn. (6 dc, 8 fpdc)
Row 3: Sk first, bpdc around next, dc in next 2, bpdc around next 6, dc in next 2, bpdc around next, dc in last. Ch 2, turn. (6 dc, 8 bpdc)
Row 4: Sk first, fpdc around next, dc in next 2, sk 3, fptr around next 3. Fptr around 1st skipped, fptr 2nd skipped, fptr around 3rd skipped. Dc in next 2, fpdc around next, dc in last. Ch 2, turn. (6 dc, 2 fpdc, 6 fptr)

**Row 5: Sk first, bpdc around next, dc in next 2, bpdc around next 6, dc in next 2, bpdc around next, dc in last. Ch 2, turn. (6 dc, 8 bpdc)
Row 6: Sk first, fpdc around next, dc in next 2, fpdc around next 6, dc in next 2, fpdc around next, dc in last. Ch 2, turn. (6 dc, 8 fpdc)
Row 7: Sk first, bpdc around next, dc in next 2, bpdc around next 6, dc in next 2, bpdc around next, dc in last. Ch 2, turn. (6 dc, 8 bpdc)
Row 8: Sk first, fpdc around next, dc in next 2, sk 3, fptr around next 3. Fptr around 1st skipped, fptr 2nd skipped, fptr around 3rd skipped. Dc in next 2, fpdc around next, dc in last. Ch 2, turn. (6 dc, 2 fpdc, 6 fptr)**

Continue to repeat from **to** for a total of 48 rows. After row 48, hold together ends and sl st together. Make sure you are slip stitching along the wrong side so this isn't on the outside of your finished hat.

Now working along the edge:

Ch 1, work 2 sc over each dc and 1 sc over each ch 2. You should have 72 sc total. Join. Ch 1, sc in same and in each around. Join and fasten off.

Now join with a sl st to the opposite edge:

Ch 1, work 2 sc over each dc and 1 sc over each ch 2. You should have 72 sc total, join. Do NOT fasten off, continue on below.

Slouchy Top:

Notes:
-Ch 2's do NOT count as a dc.
-Joins are made with sl st to the first dc NOT the ch 2.

Row 1: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (72 hdc)
Row 2: Ch 2, dc in same and in 7 more, 2 dc in next, *dc in 8, 2 dc in next.* Reapeat *to* around. Join. (80 dc)
Row 3-10: Ch 2, dc in same and in each around. Join. (80 dc)
Row 11: Ch 2, dc in same and in 7 more, dc2tog, *dc in 8, dc2tog.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (64 dc,8 dc2tog)
Row 12: Ch 2, dc in same and in each around. Join. (72 dc)
Row 13: Ch 2, dc in same and in 6 more, dc2tog, *dc in 7, dc2tog.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (56 dc,8 dc2tog)
Row 14: Ch 2, dc in same and in 5 more, dc2tog, *dc in 6, dc2tog.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (48 dc,8 dc2tog)
Row 15: Ch 2, dc in same and in 4 more, dc2tog, *dc in 5, dc2tog.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (40 dc,8 dc2tog)
Row 16: Ch 2, dc in same, dc2tog, *dc in next, dc2tog.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (16 dc, 16 dc2tog)
Row 27: Ch 2, dc2tog all the way around. Join. (16 dc2tog)

Your hat should currently be right side out.

If you are adding a pom-pom you can either sl st the opening shut or fasten off leaving a long end to sew the hole shut, making sure to sl st/sew through all the open stitches.

If you are not adding a pom-pom, turn hat wrong side out and fasten off leaving a long enough end to sew the hole shut, making sure to sew through all the open stitches. Sew in ends.

Add pom-pom (below is how I make mine) and/or buttons, if desired.

You can also leave off the buttons and pom-pom and you still have a great slouchy hat!