Baby Ribbed Slouchy Hat

Baby Ribbed Slouchy Hat Pattern

This slouchy hat for babies is knitted using soft and warm yarn, perfect for keeping your little one cozy. The ribbed pattern provides stretch while the pointed tip adds a whimsical touch.

Materials

• Worsted weight yarn (approximately 50 grams in a light pink color)
• Knitting needles (US size 8 / 5 mm)
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors

Gauge

16 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches in ribbed pattern

Abbreviations

• k: knit
• p: purl
• st(s): stitch(es)
• RS: right side
• WS: wrong side
• dec: decrease

Instructions

1. Cast on 64 stitches. Use a long-tail cast on method for stretchiness.
2. Ribbing Rows (Repeat this for 4 inches):
   • Row 1 (RS): *k2, p2; repeat from * to end.
   • Row 2 (WS): *p2, k2; repeat from * to end.
3. Continue ribbing until the piece measures approximately 4 inches from the cast-on edge.
4. Shaping the Crown:
   • Row 1: *k2, k2tog; repeat from * to end (48 sts).
   • Row 2: *k1, p2; repeat from * to end.
   • Row 3: *k2, k2tog; repeat from * to end (36 sts).
   • Row 4: *k1, p2; repeat from * to end.
   • Row 5: *k2, k2tog; repeat from * to end (24 sts).
   • Row 6: *k1, p2; repeat from * to end.
   • Row 7: *k2, k2tog; repeat from * to end (12 sts).
   • Row 8: *k2tog; repeat to end (6 sts).
5. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail (about 10 inches). Thread the tail through the remaining 6 stitches and pull tight to close the top of the hat.
6. Weave in all loose ends.

Finishing Touch

You may choose to add a pom-pom or a knot at the end of the pointed tip for an extra cute touch!

Size

This hat fits newborns up to 3 months old. It stretches to fit comfortably.

Enjoy your sweet Baby Ribbed Slouchy Hat!