Version 2 of my Delectable Slouch Hat has a rolled edge which can be worn fully rolled or unrolled for a more slouchy look. This lightwieght winter hat is knit from the top down and is designed for the advanced knitter. It’s embellished with beads and buttons. Instructions are given for two sizes of adult hat: ML, that fits a head circumference of around 22”-23”, or S to fit a head circumference of less than 22” (S).

Two colour combos are given: Strawberry Shortcake, and Seaweed Sable. Each hat requires 2 lace-weight yarns and 1 fingering or light fingering weight yarn. Specific gauges and weights are given in the pattern instructions.

Instructions are included for alternative design options: a wrapped stitch to be used instead of bead embellishment, and a two-tone rolled edge.

If you are buying new yarn, you will need to purchase one skein of each yarn recommended for your preferred colour combo. If you’re using yarn from your stash, you’ll need approximately 3/5 of a skein of yarn C and a 1/4 of a skein of each of yarns A and B (for the alternative two-toned rolled edge, you’ll need closer to 1/2 a skein of each yarn).

You’ll also need 16 beads or buttons or combinations (no larger than 3/8” diameter). An additional bead or button or combination is needed for the centre crown. Alternatively, you can use a wrapped stitch in the body of the hat instead of beads, and only use a bead at the centre crown.