Knitted Aida’s Slouch Hat
Knitted Aida’s Slouch Hat is not just a cozy accessory; it's a stylish statement piece that adds a touch of charm to any outfit! With its unique design and soft, warm yarn, this hat is perfect for keeping you looking chic and feeling comfortable during the colder months. Whether you’re heading out for a casual stroll or meeting up with friends for a coffee date, this hat will quickly become your go-to accessory for a touch of effortless style. So go ahead, embrace the cozy vibes and rock your Knitted Aida’s Slouch Hat with confidence!
Yarn
115g/190yd/174m
Aran weight, single ply or plied yarn.
Needles & Notions
Set 4mm/UK6/US8 & 5mm/UK8/US6 DPNs/Circular or size needed to obtain gauge
Stitch marker as necessary
Tapestry needle
Sample Details
Shown in Countess Ablaze Grande Merino Aran [190yd/174m per 4oz/115g; 100% Merino]
Shown in size 21in/53.25cm on model with 21.5in/54.5cm circumference head
Note
This pattern uses a moving marker, which means the start of the round shifts by one stitch every other round. This is done to avoid a visible seam in the brioche; it’s not entirely invisible but it’s almost, and the stitches appear a whole lot neater than they would otherwise.
Gauge
20sts x 28rows to 4in/10cm on 4mm needles over Stocking Stitch
20sts x 30rows to 4in/10cm on 4mm needles over Twisted Rib
Sizes
To fit size: 15 [17, 19, 21, 23, 25] in/ 38 [43.25, 48.25, 53.25, 58.5, 63.5] cm
Finished size: 12.75 [14.5, 16, 17.75, 19.25, 20.75] in/ 32.5 [36.75, 40.75, 45, 49, 52.75] cm
Skills Required
Alternate Cable Cast-on
Knitting in the round
Increases and Decreases
Knitting into the Row Below
Gathered Bind-off
Modified Gathered Bind-off
Blocking a Hand Knit Hat
Abbreviations
K: knit
K1tbl: knit stitch through the back of loop
P: purl
rpt: repeat
R/rnd(s): rounds
st(s): stitch(es)
K1B: knit stitch through the row below
How To
Using 4mm needles and Alternate Cable cast-on method, cast on 64 [72, 80, 88, 96, 104] sts.
Join in the round, taking care not to twist the stitches. Place stitch marker to indicate start of round.
Brim
Brim Rnd: *K1tbl, P1; rpt from * to end
Repeat this round until work measures approx. 1.25 [1.25, 1.5, 1.5, 1.75, 1.75] in/3.25 [3.25, 3.75, 3.75, 4.5, 4.5] cm from the cast on edge. Change to larger needles.
Body
Rnd 1: Purl all stitches
Rnd 2: *K1B, K1; rpt from * to end; remove marker, slip next stitch purlwise, replace marker
Repeat these 2 rounds until work measures approx. 5 [6, 7, 8, 9, 10] in/12.75 [15.25, 17.75, 20.25, 22.75, 25.5] cm excluding the brim, ending after a Rnd 2.
Crown
Using either the Gathered Bind-off or the Modified Gathered Bind-off, transfer all stitches from the needle to yarn and gather to close.
Finishing
Weave in all ends. A gentle wash and blocking is required to help the decrease lines settle in and lay flat.