Tilted slouch hat

Tilted Slouch Hat by Katya Frankel

What Is Being Made

The Tilted Slouch Hat is a knitted hat designed by Katya Frankel, worked from the brim upward. This intermediate-level project creates a slouchy silhouette with a tilted construction, available in three sizes to fit head circumferences of 16 ¾ (19, 21) inches / 42.5 (48.5, 53.5) centimeters.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

This hat employs fundamental knitting techniques suitable for intermediate crafters. The construction combines knit and purl stitches in a simple alternating pattern that generates visual texture and interest throughout the piece. The primary stitch pattern used is stocking stitch, which creates a smooth, classic knit fabric. Additionally, the design incorporates a diagonal rib pattern that adds structural definition and elasticity to the hat.

Shaping the hat requires basic increases and decreases, making it accessible to knitters with foundational skills. The brim-up construction method allows for easy fitting adjustments and a seamless finish.

Yarn and Materials

The Tilted Slouch Hat is designed to be worked in DK weight yarn. The pattern specifies Rowan Pure Wool DK, a 100% superwash wool yarn available in the color Anthracite (#003). Each skein provides 50 grams and 137 yards (125 meters) of yarn. The project requires 2 (3, 3) skeins depending on size, totaling approximately 200 (220, 240) meters or 220 (240, 260) yards.

Crafters may substitute the specified yarn with any DK weight option that matches the yardage requirements, offering flexibility for personal color preferences and fiber choices.

Needles and Notions

• Size 4 mm (US 6) circular needle – 20 (22, 24) inches for working the main body in the round
• Size 4 mm (US 6) double-pointed needles – for transitioning to smaller circumferences during crown shaping
• Size 3.5 mm (US 4) double-pointed needles – for final decreases and finishing the crown
• Stitch marker – for tracking round beginnings
• Darning needle – for weaving in yarn ends

Gauge and Sizing

Achieving the correct gauge is essential for proper fit. The pattern specifies 22 stitches and 28 rounds equal 4 inches (10 centimeters) in stocking stitch on the larger needles. For the diagonal rib pattern sections, the gauge is 28 stitches and 28 rounds equal 4 inches (10 centimeters) on the larger needles. Knitters should adjust needle sizes as needed to obtain these precise gauges before beginning the project.

Difficulty Level

Rated as intermediate, the Tilted Slouch Hat is designed for knitters with experience in fundamental techniques including knit and purl stitches, simple increases and decreases, and basic finishing methods. The straightforward stitch patterns and construction make it an approachable project for those ready to advance beyond beginner patterns.