Make This Cozy Knitted Aran Chunky Slouchy Hat — Easy Super-Bulky Pattern
The Knitted Aran Chunky Slouchy Hat is a cozy, easy-to-knit accessory perfect for chilly weather. This super-bulky, slouchy beanie adds relaxed, casual style to any outfit and is quick to make using straight needles. The pattern fits youth to adult heads (approximately 18–22 inches) and uses common materials you may already have on hand.
Skill: Easy
Materials
- Straight long needles - US13 / 9.00 mm
- Yarn - Super Bulky (6), about 6 oz. (I used Wool-ease Thick and Quick / Lion Brand)
- Buttons - 2 wooden 1-inch buttons (optional)
Stitches & Terms
- Cast on (CO)
- Bind off (BO)
- Knit (k)
- Purl (p)
- Together (tog)
Size: Fits youth to adult — 18–22 inch head
Gauge: 4 x 4 = 9 sts
Pattern
Cast on 46 sts.
R 1–6: k2, p2 rib stitch.
(Remember: because we are stitching in rows, do the opposite p2, k2 every other row.)
R 7–38: knit every stitch (Garter stitch).
R 39: P *1st 3 sts, p tog the next 2 sts* — repeat from * to * across the row.
R 40: K all sts.
R 41: Repeat R 39.
R 42: Repeat R 40.
R 43: Repeat R 39.
R 44: Repeat R 40. BO.
Finishing
Fold hat in half, wrong side out, and sew closed along the side, then sew closed the opening at the top. Make a large pompom and attach to the top of the hat. Sew on your buttons if using them, weave in loose ends.
Notes
- This is an easy, quick pattern suited to beginners comfortable with basic knit and purl stitches.
- Gauge and fit may vary with different yarns or needle sizes; check fit as you go.