How to Crochet a Baby Earflap Hat: A Step-by-Step Guide71

Materials you'll need:
Worsted weight yarn (medium 4) in your desired color
5mm (H-8) crochet hook
Yarn needle
Measuring tape
Scissors

Abbreviations used:
Ch: Chain
Sc: Single crochet
Dc: Double crochet
Hdc: Half double crochet
St: Stitch

Instructions:

Step 1: Create the hat band

Ch 45.
Sc in second ch from hook and each ch across. (44 sc)
Ch 1, turn.

Step 2: Work in the round

Sc in each st around. (44 sc)
Ch 1, join with a sl st to the first sc of the round.
Repeat Steps 2-3 until the hat band measures approximately 13 inches (33 cm) around.

Step 3: Shape the crown

Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in next 12 sc. (*Dc, ch 2, skip 2 sc, dc*) 6 times. Join with a sl st to the top of ch-3.
Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in ch-2 sp, (*Dc, ch 2, dc in next ch-2 sp*) 6 times. Join with a sl st to the top of ch-3.
Repeat Step 2 until there are 18 ch-2 spaces around. (This should take about 3 rounds.)

Step 4: Create the earflaps

Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across. (19 sc)
Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across. (19 sc)
Repeat Step 2 until the earflap measures approximately 5 inches (13 cm) long.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Repeat Steps 1-4 to create the second earflap.

Step 5: Attach the earflaps

Fold the hat band in half, matching the center stitch with the start and end stitches.
Place one earflap over the hat band, aligning the center stitch with the start and end stitches.
Sew the earflap in place using the yarn needle and the long tail from Step 4.
Repeat Steps 2-3 to attach the second earflap.

Step 6: Finish off

Weave in any loose ends.
Your adorable baby earflap hat is now complete!

Tips:
Use a thicker yarn and a larger hook for a warmer hat.
Add embellishments such as pompoms or buttons for a personalized touch.
Make the hat bigger or smaller by adjusting the length of the hat band and the number of rounds worked in Step 3.

Enjoy crocheting this cozy and functional baby earflap hat! It's a perfect way to keep your little one warm and protected during the colder months.

2024-11-14

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