How to Care for b.ehappe Slouch Hat

The b.e.happe handcrafted slouchy beanies were created to be a multi-seasonal and long lasting beanie. Keeping your crochet slouchy beanie clean and looking like new is simple. Handcrafted winter hats naturally get fuzzy due to friction, so it is best to clean them regularly to keep the slouch hat looking like new. In this blog post, we'll guide you through the steps how to care for crochet slouchy beanie using simple and effective methods or scroll to the end of the post to watch a video!

Step One: Determine the type of yarn

Different yarn fibers can have different reactions to cleaning solutions, however something almost more important to keep your knit winter pom pom hat looking great is the pom pom. All b.e.happe slouch hats are labeled with fiber content either being 100% acrylic or 80% acrylic and 20% wool on the inside of the beanie tag.

Step Two: Hand-wash the hat body

Hand washing is by far safest method for cleaning your handcrafted slouch hats. Fill a basin with lukewarm water and add a small amount of gentle and dye-free detergent. Rinse the hat thoroughly with clean water until no suds remain. Do not wring or squeeze the hat as it can distort the shape of the b.e.happe slouchy beanie. 

Step Three: Dry the hat

Lay the slouch hat flat on a clean towel and fold over the towel on the body of the hat. Gently press the towel down to remove water on the body of the hat. Lay the hat down on the towel to finish drying.  

Step Four: Remove stains

For more stubborn stains on the slouch hat such as along the brim where makeup may have been rubbed off, apply a small amount of stain remover or dye-free soap to the affected area and gently rub it in. Let it sit for a few minutes before washing as before. Avoid using bleach or harsh chemicals, as they can damage the yarn fibers.

Step Five: Clean up body of the slouchy beanie

Once your crochet hat is clean and dry, the last two steps to getting your slouch hat looking like new is cleaning up the surface and re-shaping the beanie. If the slouch hat needs to be reshaped, gently stretch the stitches vertically. Watch this video on how to reshape the b.e.happe Simple Slouch Hat or this for the Puff Stitch Slouch Hat. 

Due to friction, it is natural for any knitwear to get fuzzy over time. Take a sharp scissors and gently snip the fuzz off the surface of the hat. This will remove the fuzz and have your knit pom hat looking like brand new. Video demonstration on how to clean b.e.happe Simple Slouch hat or Puff Stitch Slouch hat. 

Now you know how to care for slouch hat. Hand washing, air drying, and cleaning the surface are the keys to keeping it looking great all winter season. Remember to always read the care instructions on the tag and avoid using bleach or harsh chemicals. With these simple tips, you can enjoy your cozy hat for seasons to come.