Crochet Kids Earflap Hats: A Comprehensive Guide329

Introduction

Crochet kid's earflap hats are a classic winter accessory that is both stylish and functional. They are relatively easy to make, even for beginners, and they can be customized to suit any child's personality and preferences. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide to crocheting kid's earflap hats, including materials, stitches, and step-by-step instructions.

Materials

To crochet a kid's earflap hat, you will need the following materials:
Yarn: Worsted weight yarn is a good choice for crocheting kid's earflap hats. It is available in a wide variety of colors and textures.
Crochet hook: The size of the crochet hook you need will depend on the weight of the yarn you are using. For worsted weight yarn, a size H (5.00 mm) crochet hook is a good choice.
Yarn needle: A yarn needle is used to weave in loose ends and sew on any embellishments.
Scissors
Tape measure or ruler

Stitches

The following stitches are used to crochet kid's earflap hats:
Single crochet (sc): The single crochet is the most basic crochet stitch. It is worked by inserting the hook into the next stitch and pulling up a loop. Then, yarn over and pull through both loops on the hook.
Half double crochet (hdc): The half double crochet is a taller stitch than the single crochet. It is worked by inserting the hook into the next stitch and pulling up a loop. Then, yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook. Yarn over and pull through the remaining two loops on the hook.
Double crochet (dc): The double crochet is the tallest stitch of the three. It is worked by inserting the hook into the next stitch and pulling up a loop. Then, yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook. Yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook again. Yarn over and pull through the remaining two loops on the hook.

Instructions

To crochet a kid's earflap hat, follow these step-by-step instructions:
Make a slip knot and chain 4. Slip stitch to join, forming a ring.
Round 1: Chain 2 (counts as a dc), dc 11 into the ring. Slip stitch to join. (12 dc)
Round 2: Chain 2, dc in each dc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 dc)
Round 3: Chain 2, hdc in each dc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 hdc)
Round 4: Chain 2, sc in each hdc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 sc)
Round 5: Chain 2, dc in each sc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 dc)
Round 6: Chain 2, hdc in each dc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 hdc)
Round 7: Chain 2, sc in each hdc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 sc)
Round 8: Chain 2, dc in each sc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 dc)
Round 9: Chain 2, hdc in each dc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 hdc)
Round 10: Chain 2, sc in each hdc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 sc)
Round 11: Chain 2, dc in each sc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 dc)
Round 12: Chain 2, hdc in each dc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 hdc)
Round 13: Chain 2, sc in each hdc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 sc)
Round 14: Chain 2, dc in each sc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 dc)
Round 15: Chain 2, hdc in each dc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 hdc)
Round 16: Chain 2, sc in each hdc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 sc)
Round 17: Chain 2, dc in each sc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 dc)
Round 18: Chain 2, hdc in each dc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 hdc)
Round 19: Chain 2, sc in each hdc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 sc)
Round 20: Chain 2, dc in each sc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 dc)
Round 21: Chain 2, hdc in each dc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 hdc)
Round 22: Chain 2, sc in each hdc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 sc)
Round 23: Chain 2, dc in each sc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 dc)
Round 24: Chain 2, hdc in each dc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 hdc)
Round 25: Chain 2, sc in each hdc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 sc)
Round 26: Chain 2, dc in each sc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 dc)
Round 27: Chain 2, hdc in each dc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 hdc)
Round 28: Chain 2, sc in each hdc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 sc)
Round 29: Chain 2, dc in each sc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 dc)
Round 30: Chain 2, hdc in each dc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 hdc)
Round 31: Chain 2, sc in each hdc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 sc)
Round 32: Chain 2, dc in each sc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 dc)
Round 33: Chain 2, hdc in each dc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 hdc)
Round 34: Chain 2, sc in each hdc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 sc)
Round 35: Chain 2, dc in each sc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 dc)
Round 36: Chain 2, hdc in each dc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 hdc)
Round 37: Chain 2, sc in each hdc around. Slip stitch to join. (12 sc)

To make the earflaps:

Chain 20. Single crochet in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across. Turn.
Single crochet in each stitch across. Turn.
Repeat step 40 until the earflap measures approximately 5 inches wide.
Slip stitch to join. Fasten off.
Make a second earflap.

To attach the earflaps:

Fold the earflaps in half and sew them to the sides of the hat, just below the crown.
Weave in any loose ends.
Your kid's earflap hat