Cozy Slouchy Beanie Pattern

This cozy slouchy beanie is a versatile accessory that keeps you warm while looking stylish. It features a simple stockinette stitch and is made with soft gray yarn, creating a comfortable fit. This pattern is perfect for beginners as it uses basic knitting techniques.

Materials

• Worsted weight yarn (approximately 150 yards) in a soft gray color
• Size 8 (5 mm) knitting needles (circular or double-pointed)
• Stitch marker
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors

Gauge

16 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch.

Abbreviations

• k = knit
• p = purl
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• rnd(s) = round(s)
• BO = bind off

Instructions

1. Cast On: Cast on 80 stitches using the long-tail cast-on method. Place a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of the round.
2. Ribbing: Knit 1, purl 1 (k1, p1) for 2 inches to create a ribbed brim.
3. Body of Hat: Switch to stockinette stitch. Knit every round until the piece measures approximately 8 inches from the cast-on edge.
4. Shaping the Crown:
1. Round 1: *K8, k2tog*; repeat from * to * around. (72 stitches)
2. Round 2: Knit all stitches.
3. Round 3: *K7, k2tog*; repeat from * to * around. (64 stitches)
4. Round 4: Knit all stitches.
5. Round 5: *K6, k2tog*; repeat from * to * around. (56 stitches)
6. Round 6: Knit all stitches.
7. Round 7: *K5, k2tog*; repeat from * to * around. (48 stitches)
8. Round 8: Knit all stitches.
9. Round 9: *K4, k2tog*; repeat from * to * around. (40 stitches)
10. Round 10: Knit all stitches.
11. Round 11: *K3, k2tog*; repeat from * to * around. (32 stitches)
12. Round 12: Knit all stitches.
13. Round 13: *K2, k2tog*; repeat from * to * around. (24 stitches)
14. Round 14: Knit all stitches.
15. Round 15: *K1, k2tog*; repeat from * to * around. (16 stitches)
16. Round 16: K2tog around. (8 stitches)
5. Bind Off: Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread the tail through the remaining stitches and pull tight to close the top of the hat. Weave in all ends securely.

Finishing

Block the beanie lightly if desired to shape it. Your cozy slouchy beanie is now complete and ready to wear!