Let’s Get Real {Wisteria Slouch Hat}

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North Star Series

My North Star November series left me assured of a couple important things.

First off, we are all so similar. There’s so many other lovely beings struggling through similar challenges and growing in similar ways. Recognizing how alike we are can greatly help us become more compassionate beings. This project was another great reminder for me, and for that I am hugely thankful.

Secondly, I’m recognizing a need. I’m recognizing a need for more honesty. More substance. More transparency. More depth.

I’ve had countless emails and comments over the past month thanking me for openly discussing these somewhat finicky topics.

To be totally honest (like usual, haha)….I alternate between equal parts uncomfortable in my transparency and empowerment at boldly sharing my deepest thoughts and secrets. Sometimes the things I’ve written have made me anxious. However, it’s usually these words that carry a heavy weight with them. The type of weight that I don’t like to carry.

Really, what it comes down to is…. I love talking big life topics with you.

I love being your crafty buddy too.

It’s been such a cool trip for me to join the two over the past month….and you all have shown me such a fabulous response. I’m one lucky lady.

Melody’s Fiber Friends Group

In order to continue this energy with you, I’ll be changing things up a little bit around here.

Here on the blog, you’ll continue to find regular free patterns….but you’ll also find lots more real life talk right along with them. I seriously can’t write one more bit of introductory fluff now that I’ve seen this world of truth and authenticity in my writing.

In my Fiber Friends Membership Group, we’re going to start having two weekly online crafty gatherings via Zoom Meetings – no FB account required.

These gatherings will give us a live opportunity to chat about real life topics, craft together, and support and encourage each other in life and projects….let’s hold space for each other on a more regular basis.

I’ll be sharing some snippets from our crafty gatherings here on the blog along with a weekly giveaway….that way anyone who isn’t a member can still be included in the conversation (even if not live).

If you’d like to be included live in the conversation, check out my Fiber Friends Group. I’ll be hosting two meetings each week (one in the morning and one in the evening). If you only caught one a month, you’d still be paying less than a drop in crafty group and you have 8 opportunities….I’d love to see you there.

I’m so excited to talk life with you.

Thank you for your support and the love you’ve shown me. I’m looking forward to reciprocating.

Comment and tell me…

What real life topic would you like to see us chat about here on the blog?

As usual….

Crochet Slouchy Hat Pattern

Big talk deserves a stellar free pattern to go along with it, so I’m continuing the trend and sharing another best selling pattern with you today. My Wisteria Slouch Hat Crochet Pattern is a super cute slouchy crochet hat featuring lace. It’s a simple stitch pattern once you get the groove, and it produces such a beautiful finished crochet slouchy hat.

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Slouchy Crochet Hat Pattern

Wisteria Slouch Hat Crochet Pattern

Average Head Circumference Size Chart

Toddler 1-3 Years: 18-20” (45.75-50.75cm)

Child 3-10 Years: 19-20.5” (48.25-52cm)

Pre-teen/Teen: 20.5-22” (52-55.75cm)

Adult Female: 21.5-22.5”(54.75-57cm)

Materials

Yarn: Approximately 150-300 yards of DK (3) yarn (I used Berroco Folio)
Crochet Hook: Size 5.0mm (H/8) OR whatever size is needed to achieve gauge
Yarn or Tapestry Needle

Gauge

9 sts and 6 rows = 2 inches (5 centimeters) in Double Crochet

***It is important to check your gauge!***

Abbreviations

SC: Single Crochet
CH: Chain
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
TRC: Triple Crochet
FPDC: Front Post Double Crochet
BPDC: Back Post Double Crochet
**: Repeat the section in between the two stars as specified

**Pattern is written in US terms**

Toddler 1-3 Year Pattern

Create a Magic Circle with 6 SC stitches in the center.

Join in the round by slip stitching first and last sts together. Place Stitch Marker.

You’ll be working in continuous rounds.

Round 1: 2 SC in each stitch around (12 total sts)

Round 2: *2 SC in next stitch, SC in next stitch* Repeat around (18 total sts)

Round 3: *2 SC in next stitch, SC in each of next 2 sts* Repeat around (24 total sts)

Round 4: *2 SC in next stitch, SC in each of next 3 sts* Repeat around (30 total sts)

Round 5: *2 SC in next stitch, SC in each of next 4 sts* Repeat around (36 total sts)

Round 6: *2 SC in next stitch, SC in each of next 5 sts* Repeat around (42 total sts)

Round 7: *2 SC in next stitch, SC in each of next 6 sts* Repeat around (48 total sts)

Round 8: *2 SC in next stitch, SC in each of next 7 sts* Repeat around (54 total sts)

Round 9: *2 SC in next stitch, SC in each of next 8 sts* Repeat around (60 total sts)

Round 10: *2 SC in next stitch, SC in each of next 9 sts* Repeat around (66 total sts)

Round 11: *2 SC in next stitch, SC in each of next 10 sts* Repeat around (72 total sts)

Round 12: *2 SC in next stitch, SC in each of next 11 sts* Repeat around (78 total sts)

Round 13: *2 SC in next stitch, SC in each of next 12 sts* Repeat around (84 total sts)

Round 14: *2 SC in next stitch, SC in each of next 13 sts* Repeat around (90 total sts)

Round 15: *2 SC in next stitch, SC in each of next 14 sts* Repeat around (96 total sts)

Round 16: *2 SC in next stitch, SC in each of next 47 sts* Repeat around, slip stitch into first stitch (98 total sts)

Rounds 17&18: CH1, *SC into each of the next two sts, CH1, skip next stitch, HDC into next stitch, CH1, skip next stitch, DC into next stitch, CH1, skip next stitch, TRC into next stitch, CH1, skip next stitch, DC into next stitch, CH1, skip next stitch, HDC into next stitch, CH1, skip next stitch, SC into next stitch* Repeat six more times, slip stitch into first stitch (98 total sts not including starting chain)

Round 19: CH2, DC into each stitch or CH1 space around, slip stitch into first stitch (98 total sts not including starting chain)

Rounds 20&21: CH3, *TRC into next stitch, CH1, skip next stitch, DC into next stitch, CH1, skip next stitch, HDC into next stitch, CH1, skip next stitch, SC into each of the next three sts, CH1, skip next stitch, HDC into next stitch, CH1, skip next stitch, DC into next stitch, CH1, skip next stitch* Repeat six more times, slip stitch into first stitch (98 total sts not including starting chain)

Round 22: CH2, DC into each stitch or CH1 space around, slip stitch into first stitch (98 total sts not including starting chain)

Repeat Rounds 17-22 until your project measures approx. 7 inches (17.75cm) in length from the crown. End after a repeat of Round 19 or Round 22.

Round 23: CH2, *DC2tog, DC each of the next 3 sts* Repeat seventeen more times, DC each of the next eight sts, slip stitch into first stitch (80 total sts not including starting chain)

Round 24: CH2, *FPDC next stitch, BPDC next stitch* Repeat around, slip stitch into first stitch (80 total sts not including starting chain)

Repeat Round 24 until your ribbing measures approx. 2.5 inches (6.25cm) in total length.

Fasten off. Weave in all ends.

Child 3-10 Year Pattern