Sloppy Joe is modern, casual Hat, which drapes back allowing the wearer to tuck up their hair should they wish. The gentle shaping allows the Hat to be worn to the back for a modern, slouchy look.

This pattern is ideal for beginning knitters, and is also a perfect showcase for your gorgeous hand-spun yarns!

Pattern is worked top down and in the round.

Yarn
107 (113, 130) yd/98 (103, 119) m
27yd/25m for a 6x6in/15x15cm swatch in St.St.
Chunky weight, single ply yarn

Needles & Notions
Set 5.5mm/UK5/US9 DPNs/Circular or size needed to obtain gauge
Stitch marker as necessary
Tapestry needle

Sample details
Shown in Debbie Bliss Maya (137yd/125m per 100g; 100% Wool)
Shown in size 22in/56cm on model with 21.5in/54.5cm circumference head

Sizes
To fit size: 20 (22, 24) in/50.75 (56, 61) cm
Finished size: 18 (19.5, 21) in/45.75 (49.5, 53.25) cm

Gauge
16 sts x 20 rows to 4in/10cm on 5.5mm needles over St.St.

Alternative yarns
Manos Del Uruguay Wool Clasica (138yd/126m per 100g; 100% Wool)
HandPaintedYarn.Com Handspun Bulky (135yd/123m per 100g; 100% Wool)

Skills required
Knit & purl sts, knitting in the round, increases & decreases, I-cord

Support
Do you need help with this pattern? We have a specific discussion thread in the Wormhead’s Hats group where you can ask any questions.

Published September 2006
Product code: WW012KSloppyJoe
Technical editor: Tana Pageler