I have now created a PDF download for this pattern rather than a blog link to make it easier to use.

Errata - 03/02/17
A typo in the stitch pattern for the textured section of the hat has now been corrected.

This oversized slouch hat is perfect for last minute gift knitting and can be worked up in less than a day. Please pay attention to the tension/ gauge information though as the pattern is designed to use up all the whole ball of yarn. You will also need some scraps of appropriate yarn to make the 2 tone pompom as shown in the pictures.