Crochet Simple Slouch

Crocheting a Simple Slouch hat is a fantastic project for both beginners and seasoned crafters alike. With its relaxed fit and stylish design, it's a versatile accessory that can be worn all year round. The beauty of this pattern lies in its simplicity; using basic crochet stitches like single crochet and double crochet, you can create a cozy hat in no time. Whether you're looking to spruce up your winter wardrobe or craft a handmade gift for a loved one, the Crochet Simple Slouch is a fun and rewarding project that is sure to brighten your day with each stitch you make! Get your yarn and hook ready, and let's start crocheting our way to a trendy new accessory!

Yarn

J Hook

1.) Ch 3 or 4, join to form ring, ch 3, 11 dc's in ring, join to top of ch 3 (12 dc's)

2.) ch 3, 1 dc in same st, 2 dc iin each st around, join (24 dc's)

3.) ch 3, 2 dc in next st, *1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, *Repeat around, join to top of ch 3

4.) ch 3, 1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, *1 dc in each of next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st, *Repeat around, join to top of ch 3

5.) ch 3, 1 dc in each of next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st, *1 dc in each of next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st, *Repeat around, join to top of ch

6.) ch 3, 1 dc in each of next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st, *1 dc in each of next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st, *Repeat around, join to top of ch 3

7.) ch 3, 1 dc in each of next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st, *1 dc in each of next 5 sts, 2 dc in next st, *Repeat around, join to top of ch 3

8.) ch 3, 1 dc in each of next 5 sts, 2 dc in next st, *1 dc in each of next 6 sts, 2 dc in next st, *Repeat around, join to top of ch 3

9 & 10.) ch 3, 1 dc in neach st around join

11 & 12) ch 3, 1 dc in next 5 sts, 1 dc decrease over the next 2 sts, *1 dc in next 6 sts, 1 dc dec. over next 2 sts, * Repeat around, join to top of ch 3

13.) ch 3, 1 dc in next 4 sts, 1 dc decrease over the next 2 sts, *1 dc in next 5 sts, 1 dc dec. over next 2 sts, * Repeat around, join to top of ch 3

14.) ch 3, 1 dc in next 5 sts, 1 dc decrease over the next 2 sts, *1 dc in next 5 sts, 1 dc dec. over next 2 sts, * Repeat around, join to top of ch 3

15.) ch 3, 1 dc in next 6 sts, 1 dc decrease over the next 2 sts, *1 dc in next 6 sts, 1 dc dec. over next 2 sts, * Repeat around, join to top of ch 3

16-19.) ch 2, 1 sc in each st around, join & finish off