How to Crochet Earflaps131

Crocheting earflaps is a great way to add extra warmth and style to your winter hats. They are also a relatively simple project, making them perfect for beginners. In this tutorial, we will show you how to crochet earflaps in two different ways: the basic earflap and the ribbed earflap. Once you have mastered the basic techniques, you can experiment with different colors, yarns, and stitches to create your own unique earflaps.## Materials
* Worsted weight yarn
* Crochet hook size H/8 (5 mm)
* Yarn needle
## Basic Earflap
1. Chain 20.
2. Single crochet (sc) in the second chain from the hook and in each remaining chain across the row. (19 sc)
3. Chain 1 and turn.
4. Sc in the first sc and in each remaining sc across the row. (19 sc)
5. Repeat steps 3-4 until the earflap is the desired length. (For an adult-sized earflap, work 15-20 rows.)
6. Fasten off and weave in the ends.
## Ribbed Earflap
1. Chain 10.
2. Sc in the second chain from the hook.* *Note:* Do not chain 1 to turn at the end of this row.
3. Hdc in each sc across the row. (9 hdc)
4. Chain 1 and turn.
5. Sc in the first hdc and in each remaining hdc across the row. (9 sc)
6. Chain 1 and turn.
7. Hdc in the first sc and in each remaining sc across the row. (9 hdc)
8. Repeat steps 4-7 until the earflap is the desired length. (For an adult-sized earflap, work 18-24 rows.)
9. Fasten off and weave in the ends.
## Finishing
Once you have crocheted the earflaps, you can attach them to your hat. To do this, simply sew or crochet the earflaps to the sides of the hat. You can also add a button or other embellishment to the earflaps for a decorative touch.
## Tips
* For a more secure fit, crochet the earflaps slightly smaller than the opening of the hat.
* If you are using a variegated yarn, the earflaps will have a striped or color-blocked effect.
* You can also experiment with different stitch patterns to create unique earflaps. For example, you could try a popcorn stitch or a v-stitch.
* If you are new to crocheting, be sure to check out our beginner's guide to crocheting.
With a little practice, you can easily crochet beautiful and stylish earflaps for your winter hats. So grab your hook and yarn and get started today!