Knitted Super Slouch Hat

 Imagine a cozy, handcrafted hat that exudes a laid-back, effortlessly cool vibe. This stylish accessory is not just any ordinary hat - it's a Knitted Super Slouch Hat. The intricate knit pattern adds a touch of texture and visual interest to the hat, making it a standout piece in any winter wardrobe. The slouchy silhouette gives off a relaxed, casual look that is perfect for those days when you want to stay warm and stylish without putting in too much effort. Made from high-quality yarn, this hat is not only soft and comfortable to wear but also provides excellent insulation against the cold weather. The slouchy design allows for a comfortable fit that can be adjusted to suit your personal style - wear it pulled down low for a more relaxed look or push it back for a more laid-back vibe. Whether you're running errands around town or heading out for a winter adventure, the Knitted Super Slouch Hat is the perfect accessory to keep you looking chic and feeling cozy.

Yarn: Berroco Folio (65% Superfine Alpaca, 35% Rayon; 219 yards [200 meters]/50 grams); #4502 Orr - 1 skein

Needles: Size US 4 needles, size US 7 needles (or US 5 or US 6 for a less relaxed fit)

Notions: Tapestry needle, 8 stitch markers

Gauge: 22 stitches = 4 inches in stockinette on size 5 needles

So let's get started! First, then, using your size 4 needles, cast on 114 stitches loosely (if you want to be extra clever, leave a tail long enough for seaming later). Then we'll knit the following ribbing rows, to create the bottom edge of the hat:

Ribbing Row 1 (wrong side): p2, * k2, p2; rep from *

Ribbing Row 2: k2, * p2, k2 *

Knit ribbing rows 1 & 2 until piece measures roughly 1 1/4" and you've just finished row 1 of the pattern. Now it's time to switch to our size 7 needles (size 5 or 6 needles if you'd like a more fitted hat) and knit one set-up row to place our extra markers, which goes as follows:

Set-up Row 1 (right side): (k2, place marker, k26, place marker) four times, k2

And once we've knit our set up row, it's time to begin our main hat pattern, which includes stripes of faggoting and stockinette, as follows. 

Rows 1, 3, 5, 7, & 9 (wrong side): purl, slipping extra markers when you come to them

Rows 2, 4, 6, & 8: knit, slipping extra markers when you come to them

Rows 10, 12, 14, 16, & 18: k2, (slip marker, k1, * yo, ssk * until you're one stitch before marker, k1, slip marker, k2) four times

Rows 11, 13, 15, 17, & 19: p2, (slip marker, k1, * yo, ssk * until you're one stitch before marker, k1, slip marker, p2) four times

Row 20: knit, slipping extra markers when you come to them

Knit rows 1 - 20 three times (twice for the less slouchy version) and then knit row 1 once more. Now it's time to begin the deceases, which proceed as follows:

Decrease rows 1 & 3: k2, (slip marker, ssk, knit until you're two stitches before marker, k2tog, slip marker, k2) four times

Decrease rows 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, & 12: purl, slipping extra markers when you come to them

Decrease row 5: k2, (slip marker, ssk, k7, k2tog, ssk, k7, k2tog, slip marker, k2) four times

Decrease row 7: k2, (slip marker, ssk, k5, k2tog, ssk, k5, k2tog, slip marker, k2) four times

Decrease row 9: k2, (slip marker, ssk, k3, k2tog, ssk, k3, k2tog, slip marker, k2) four times

Decrease row 11: k2, (slip marker, ssk, k1, k2tog, ssk, k1, k2tog, slip marker, k2) four times

Decrease row 13: k2, (slip marker, [slip 2 together knitwise-k1-p2sso] twice, slip marker, k2) four times

Decrease row 14: purl, removing extra markers when you come to them

Decrease row 15: * k2tog; rep from *

Clip tail of yarn and thread final 9 stitches to scrap of yarn. Seam, starting at bottom edge, until seam is finished except for those final 9 stitches at the top. Thread seaming yarn through final 9 stitches and pull tight. Knot and tuck in ends. Block, taking care not to stretch out ribbing at the bottom of the hat.