The Perfect Crochet Pattern for a Waffle Cone Slouchy Hat

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction
2. Materials Needed
3. Getting Started
4. Round 1: Creating the Base Circle
5. Round 2: Increasing the Circle
6. Round 3: Adding More Stitches
7. Round 4: Continuing to Increase
8. Rounds 5-11: Repeating the Pattern
9. Round 12: Transitioning to Single Crochet
10. Round 13: Working in Back Loops Only
11. Finishing Touches: Invisible Join and Weaving in Ends
12. Conclusion

How to Crochet a Waffle and Funky Hat

Crocheting is an enjoyable and creative craft that allows you to make unique and personalized items. In this tutorial, I will guide you through the process of creating a cozy and stylish waffle and funky hat. This project is quick and easy, making it perfect for beginners. With just a few basic crochet stitches and minimal materials, you can whip up this hat in no time.

Materials Needed

To make the waffle and funky hat, you will need the following materials:

1. 80 yards of a super bulky yarn (I recommend Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick in the color Fig)
2. Size N (9mm) crochet hook
3. Yarn needle
4. Scissors
5. Measuring tape or ruler

Getting Started

Before you begin crocheting, it's important to gather all the necessary materials and have a clear understanding of the project. Make sure you have the recommended yarn and crochet hook size to achieve the desired results. Additionally, familiarize yourself with the basic crochet stitches used in this pattern, including double crochet, chain, and single crochet.

Round 1: Creating the Base Circle

To start the hat, you will create a base circle using double crochet stitches and chain spaces.

1. Begin with a slipknot or a magic ring, whichever method you prefer.
2. Chain four, counting it as one double crochet and one chain.
3. Make one double crochet in the fourth chain from the hook (or into the magic ring if you chose that method).
4. Chain one.
5. Make another double crochet in the same stitch.
6. Chain one.
7. Repeat steps 4-6 until you have a total of eight double crochets and eight chain one spaces.
8. Slip stitch to join to the third chain.

Round 2: Increasing the Circle

In this round, you will increase the size of the circle by adding more stitches.

1. Chain four, counting it as one double crochet and one chain.
2. Make one double crochet in the same stitch.
3. Chain one.
4. Make one double crochet in the next stitch.
5. Chain one.
6. Repeat steps 4-5 in each stitch around.
7. Slip stitch to join to the third chain.

Round 3: Adding More Stitches

Continue to increase the size of the circle by adding more stitches in this round.

1. Chain four, counting it as one double crochet and one chain.
2. Make one double crochet in the next stitch.
3. Chain one.
4. Make one double crochet in the same stitch.
5. Chain one.
6. Make one double crochet in the next stitch.
7. Chain one.
8. Repeat steps 6-7 in each stitch around.
9. Slip stitch to join to the third chain.

Round 4: Continuing to Increase

In this round, you will continue to increase the size of the circle.

1. Chain four, counting it as one double crochet and one chain.
2. Make one double crochet in the next stitch.
3. Chain one.
4. Make one double crochet in the next stitch.
5. Chain one.
6. Repeat steps 4-5 in each stitch around.
7. Slip stitch to join to the third chain.

Continue reading the article to learn the remaining steps and complete your waffle and funky hat.