Universal Knitting Method for Earflaps138

Knitting earflaps is a great way to add extra warmth and style to your winter hats. They are relatively easy to make, and can be customized to fit any size or shape head.

Materials* Worsted weight yarn
* Size 8 knitting needles
* Yarn needle

Abbreviations* CO: cast on
* K: knit
* P: purl
* BO: bind off

Instructions1. CO 20 stitches.
2. Row 1: K2, P2, repeat across the row.
3. Row 2: Repeat Row 1.
4. Rows 3-6: K every row.
5. Row 7: K2, P2, K2, P2, K2, P2, K2, P2, K2.
6. Row 8: Repeat Row 7.
7. Rows 9-16: K every row.
8. Row 17: K2, P2, K4, P2, K4, P2, K2.
9. Row 18: Repeat Row 17.
10. Rows 19-26: K every row.
11. Row 27: K2, P2, K6, P2, K6, P2, K2.
12. Row 28: Repeat Row 27.
13. Rows 29-36: K every row.
14. Row 37: K2, P2, K8, P2, K8, P2, K2.
15. Row 38: Repeat Row 37.
16. Rows 39-46: K every row.
17. Row 47: K2, P2, K10, P2, K10, P2, K2.
18. Row 48: Repeat Row 47.
19. Rows 49-56: K every row.
20. BO all stitches.

Finishing1. Fold the earflaps in half and sew the sides together.
2. Thread a yarn needle with the remaining yarn and sew the earflaps to the headband of your hat.
3. Trim any excess yarn.

Tips* You can adjust the size of the earflaps by changing the number of stitches you cast on.
* To make the earflaps more pointed, decrease the number of stitches on the last few rows.
* You can also add embellishments to the earflaps, such as pom poms or tassels.

2024-12-05

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