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Striped Japandi Slouch Hat Free Crochet Pattern

AppPairing: Palette Harmonies & Texture Combinations • November 09, 2026

Introduction

This slouchy hat is made for anyone who wants a calm, minimalist accessory that still looks polished. It pairs crisp navy and white stripes with a soft ribbed brim, so it feels cozy on the head and looks clean with any winter coat. The body is worked as a simple straight tube in half double crochet, which gives it that relaxed, slouchy drape without any complicated shaping. If you can single crochet and half double crochet, you can make this hat.

Materials Needed

Yarn: Worsted weight (4) yarn, acrylic or cotton blend. Color A (navy): 150 yards. Color B (white): 100 yards.
Hooks: 5.5 mm (I-9) for the body and crown, 4.0 mm (G-6) for the brim.
Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch marker, measuring tape, scissors.
Finished size: Circumference 22 inches (unstretched), height 12 inches including the brim.

Abbreviations

ch – chain
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
hdc2tog – half double crochet two stitches together (a decrease)
sl st – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)
rep – repeat
BLO – back loop only

Gauge

14 stitches and 14 rows = 4 inches in half double crochet with the 5.5 mm hook. Work a small swatch, measure it flat, and switch hook sizes if your count is off.

Tips Before You Start

Keep your color changes tidy by changing yarn on the last pull-through of the final stitch of the round, then joining with the new color.
Work the brim in back-loop-only single crochet so the ribbing stays stretchy and the seam sits flat.
Count your 70 body stitches after Round 1 — an even stitch count keeps every decrease round balanced.
Try the hat on before the crown decreases; the tube should reach about 9 inches from the brim for a true slouch.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Brim (Color A, 4.0 mm hook)

Row 1: Ch 9, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across (8 sts).

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in back loop only of each st across (8 sts).

Rows 3–end: Rep Row 2 until the piece measures 20 inches. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.

Sew the short ends together with mattress stitch to form a ring.

Body (5.5 mm hook)

Rnd 1: Join A to the edge of the brim, ch 1, work 70 sc evenly around the brim, join with sl st to first sc (70 sts).

Rnd 2: Ch 1, hdc in each st around, join (70 sts).

Rnd 3: Ch 1, hdc in each st around, join (70 sts).

Rnds 4–5: With B, rep Rnd 2 (70 sts).

Rnds 6–7: With A, rep Rnd 2 (70 sts).

Stripe pattern: Continue alternating 2 rounds B and 2 rounds A until the body measures 9 inches from the brim, ending with a B stripe. Fasten off A.

Crown Shaping (Color B)

Rnd 1: Ch 1, [hdc in next 5 sts, hdc2tog] around, join (60 sts).

Rnd 2: Ch 1, hdc in each st around, join (60 sts).

Rnd 3: Ch 1, [hdc in next 4 sts, hdc2tog] around, join (50 sts).

Rnd 4: Ch 1, hdc in each st around, join (50 sts).

Rnd 5: Ch 1, [hdc in next 3 sts, hdc2tog] around, join (40 sts).

Rnd 6: Ch 1, [hdc in next 2 sts, hdc2tog] around, join (30 sts).

Rnd 7: Ch 1, [hdc in next st, hdc2tog] around, join (20 sts).

Rnd 8: Ch 1, hdc2tog around, join (10 sts). Fasten off, leaving a long tail.

Assembly and Finishing

Thread the long tail through the remaining 10 stitches and pull tight to close the top. Weave in all ends on the wrong side, working each end in a different direction so the stripes stay smooth. Block lightly to the finished measurements (22 inches circumference, 12 inches height) and let it dry fully before wearing.

Pro Tips and Variations

Swap the stripe colors for a tonal look, or use a single color for a fully minimalist version.
Add a faux fur pom-pom to the crown for a cozier, more playful finish.
For a snugger beanie fit, stop the body at 7 inches from the brim before starting the crown shaping.

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