Over the years, slouchy hats have become one of my favorite projects to crochet. They are fun to wear, gift, donate, and sell! I prefer to crochet my slouchy hats from the bottom-up, and in this tutorial I'm going to share how to cinch a bottom-up slouchy hat closed. This simple tutorial will help make your hats slouchier and cozier. I'll share how to cinch a crochet slouchy hat closed in five easy steps… and one of the steps is optional, and the other one you have to do anyway to finish your project. It's that easy!

"The Stillwater Shell Stitch Crochet Headband is a gorgeous and feminine ear warmer that's great for your own wardrobe and for giving as a gift. This easy shell stich headband is made by just working a long rectangle then sewing it together. You'll be working in rows across the width of the headband which allows you to easily adjust the length and it keeps it nice and stretchy! The headband is wide like an ear warmer which works great for children all the way to adults."

"The Shifting Posts Hat is a great gender-neutral crochet hat pattern that is great for anyone! Versatile and loaded with texture, this hat looks great no matter what colour(s) you make it in. This is an easy level pattern however, makers must be familiar with basic stitches and techniques like working post stitches, single and double crochet stitches and working in joined rounds in order to be successful when using this pattern. Tutorials are available for free on the blog to assist makers."

"This beanie is worked from the bottom up using a variety of stitches that create an interesting texture throughout the piece. This pattern includes instructions for the Filil Beanie in sizes Toddler, Child, Adult S, and Adult L. Difficulty: Beginner/Advanced Beginner Materials needed: 5.5mm crochet hook (or whichever hook is needed to obtain the correct gauge) Approximately 75-165 yds worsted weight #4 yarn Yarn needle Scissors Faux fur pom (optional) Knowledge of basic crochet stitches is required. Any other special stitches are described in the pattern."

"Crocheted with half double crochet stitches in the back bar of each stitch, this finished beanie resembles a knit stitch hat. It is simple and easy to crochet. Finished Sizes This hat is designed to reach the base of the earlobe. Preemie height 4.5 inches X 10 inches circumference Newborn height 5 inches X 12 inches circumference 0-3 months height 5.5 inches X 14 inches circumference 3-6 months height 6 inches X 15 inches circumference 6-12 months height 6.25 inches X 16 inches circumference 12-24 months height 6.5 inches X 17 inches circumference Small Child Hat (age 3-5 years) height 7 inches X 18 inches circumference Child Hat (age 6-10 years) height 7.25 inches X 19 inches circumference"

"In this tutorial, I'll be teaching you the braid stitch. You have the option of using one or two colors. Warning, if are using two colors, your secondary color may show through, I personally like that. The materials that will be using today are a 5 mm crochet hook and Caron Simply Soft which is a worsted weight yarn one in the color Iceland blue and bone. I chose Caron Simply Soft because it works perfectly with this stitch. All #4 worsted weight yarns are not the same. The stitches lay flatter with a light worsted weight yarn. With heavier #4 worsted weight yarn such as red heart Super Saver, the stitches came out bulkier. The choice is yours. Material #4 Worsted Weight Yarn - Caron Simply Soft -1 or 2 colors (I used blue and tan) 5 mm Hook Embroidery Needle for Sewing"

"The vine ear warmer is a first-ever seen of its kind. Just like the many species of newly discovered plants, we can discover new ways to transform our yarn. While I'm still working on my green thumb as an aspiring gardener, for now, I find the vines in crochet are longer lasting. This pattern uses Infinity Crochet Cables that really pop and reduces gaps and holes. A visual chart and written instructions are included. "

"This textured beanie uses a simple, repetitive stitch combination to create a twist. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, half double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting flat in rows, crocheting in the round, seaming (photo tutorial linked in pattern), crocheting in the front loop, crocheting in the back loop, crocheting in the third loop, decreasing (see special stitches)"

The Any Size Turban is a versatile pattern that shows you how to crochet a trendy hat that can fit any head size. It is beginner-friendly, quick, and fun to work up! You can use any yarn (velvet, acrylic, cotton, and more) and a suitable hook size to go with it. Easy instructions and tips show how to customize this beanie to your desired size, whether it's preemie, newborn, baby, toddler, child, teen, or adult. A hat sizing and measurements reference chart is included. This hat is a true fashion statement that is trending with top knot headwraps. It's practical, comfortable, and will keep heads warm during the chilly Fall and cold Winter esasons! This accessory is great for selling at craft fairs as it's so fast to crochet, and also makes a perfect birthday, baby shower, holiday, and/or Christmas gift!