Chains and Ribs Slouch Hat & Cowl
This crochet slouch hat and cowl set is the worsted weight version of the Chains and Ribs Hat and Cowl. This one is easier to adjust in size and can be crocheted for all ages. I love how it turned out, and discovered that it looks great on both sides… so you could wear it inside out if you wanted too.
The crocheted hat has a slight slouch, which makes it great for anyone who wears their hair in a bun. I left it off, but you can always attach a pom pom at the top if you like. You can purchase one, or make one in a matching yarn. Here is a tutorial on How To Make a Pom Pom.
The Size
The hat pattern is given in two sizes, with the small being at 9 by 9 inches when laid flat. The large one is 10 inches across the width when laid flat. The stitch multiple is a multiple of 8 for your starting chains, making it easy to adjust this to any size you need. Here is a handy Crochet Hat Size Chart by Age that you can use as a reference.
The cowl measures 19″ x5.5″. It too can be adjusted to any length and width in a multiple of 8. The instructions are given for a shorter cowl – it wraps twice, but it’s a snug wrap. I love how it fits, but I know there are some who don’t like anything snug around the neck. So please consider how long you need it as you make your starting chains.
The Yarn
I used Red Heart Super Saver to crochet this hat and cowl set. But you can use any worsted weight yarn that gives you the gauge that you need, and/or the stretch that you like in a hat and cowl.
The Stitch Pattern
This set is worked with the half double crochet and chain one spaces. The half doubles are worked either around the front or back post to create the ribbed design.
It’s an intermediate pattern, but easy for those who have mastered the basics of crochet.
Other Patterns to Try
- Single Crochet Beanie
- Crochet Pom Pom Hat
- Cross-Over Long DC Newsboy Hat Pattern
- Split Shells and Ribs Crochet Beanie Hat Pattern
- Bulky Crochet Shell Stitch Baby Hat Pattern
Chains and Ribs Slouch Hat & Cowl
Skill Level
Materials
- Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver I worked off two 7oz. balls and had lots left over on both.
- Crochet Hooks: I/9-5.50mm and K – 6.50mm
- Other: Measuring Tape, Scissors, Yarn Needle.
Measurements
- Gauge: 2.5" across 4 (hdc, ch1).
- Finished Hat Sizes: Small measures 9" x 9" and the larger measures just over 10" across when laying flat.
- Finished Cowl Size: Cowl measures 19" x5.5". The cowl is a snug fit on small adult.
- Both hat & cowl can be increased to any length and height.
Abbreviations
- Bl/bls = Back Loop/Back Loops
- Bphdc = Back Post Half Double Crochet
- Ch/Chs = Chain/Chains
- FO = Fasten Off
- Fphdc = Front Post Half Double Crochet
- Hdc = Half Double Crochet
- Hk = Hook
- Rep = Repeat
- Sk = Skip
- Sl St = Slip Stitch
- St/Sts = Stitch/Stitches
Notes
- Chains do not count as stitches.
Helpful Links
Instructions
Crochet Hat Pattern
- With I hk, Ch 56, (64), or any multiple of 8. Join with sl st in first ch being careful not to twist chs.
- Rnd 1: Ch 1, hdc in same ch as join and into each ch around; join with sl st in first hdc. (56, (64) sts)
- Rnd 2: Working in bl only, ch 1, hdc in same st as join and into each st around; join with sl st in first hdc.
- Rnd 3: Ch 1, bphdc in same st as join making sure to catch ch 1 along with the post. Bphdc in each st around; join with sl st in first bphdc. (56, (64) bphdc)
- Rnd 4: Same as rnd 2.
- Rnd 5: With K hk, Ch 1, (fphdc, ch 1) in same st as join making sure to catch ch 1 along with the post. [Sk next st, (fphdc, ch 1) in next st] twice, sk next st, (bphdc, ch 1) in next st, *[sk next st, (fphdc, ch 1) in next st] 3 times, sk next st, (bphdc, ch 1) in next st; rep from * around; sk last st, join with sl st in first fphdc. (28, (32) sts)
- Rnd 6: Ch 1, (fphdc, ch 1) in same st as join making sure to catch ch 1 along with the post. (fphdc, ch 1) in next 2 sts, (bphdc, ch 1) in next st, *(fphdc, ch 1) in next 3 sts, (bphdc, ch 1) in next st; rep from * around; join with sl st in first fphdc. (28, (32) sts)
- Rnds 7-21: Rep rnd 6. FO leaving a 10" tail for weaving in through the last rnd to pull the hat tight. You may have your own way of doing it, but I skipped all chains and went into the back loops of all stitches.
Crochet Cowl Pattern
- With K hk, Ch 120, or any multiple of 8. Join with sl st being careful not to twist chs.
- Rnd 1: Ch 1, (hdc, ch 1) in same ch as join, *sk next ch, (hdc, ch 1) in next ch; rep from * around; join with sl st in first hdc. (60 hdc sts)
- Rnd 2: Ch 1, (fphdc, ch 1) in same st as join making sure to catch ch 1 along with the post. (fphdc, ch 1) in next 2 sts, *(bphdc, ch 1) in next st, (fphdc, ch 1) in next 3 sts; rep from * around to last st; (bphdc, ch 1) in last st; join with sl st in first fphdc. (60 sts)
- Rnds 3-13: Rep rnd 2 until you have reached a desired width. Fasten off at last rnd.
