How to Crochet a Baby Beanie with Ear Flaps286

Baby beanie hats with ear flaps are a great way to keep your little one's head and ears warm and comfortable during the colder months. They're also a fun and easy project to crochet, making them a great choice for beginners and experienced crocheters alike. In this article, we'll walk you through the step-by-step instructions on how to crochet a baby beanie with ear flaps, along with some helpful tips and tricks.

Materials You'll Need:* Worsted weight yarn (approximately 100 yards)
* Size H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook
* Yarn needle
* Scissors

Abbreviations:* ch - chain
* sc - single crochet
* hdc - half double crochet
* dc - double crochet
* sl st - slip stitch

Instructions:Base of the Beanie:
1. Make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: Ch 1, 6 sc into the ring. Pull tight to close the ring. (6 stitches)
3. Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
4. Round 3: Ch 1, *sc, 2 sc in next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. (18 stitches)
Sides of the Beanie:
5. Ch 1, sc in each stitch around. (18 stitches)
6. Repeat Row 5 for the desired height. The beanie should measure approximately 4-5 inches from the base.
Ear Flaps:
7. Ch 1, turn. Sc in the next 6 stitches. (6 stitches)
8. Ch 2, turn. Hdc in each stitch across. (6 stitches)
9. Ch 1, turn. Sc in each stitch across. (6 stitches)
10. Repeat Rows 8-9 twice more.
11. Ch 1, turn. Sc in each stitch across. (6 stitches)
Attaching the Ear Flaps:
12. Fold the ear flap in half, lining up the edges.
13. With the right sides together, slip stitch the two edges of the ear flap together.
14. Repeat for the other ear flap.
15. Position the ear flaps evenly on the sides of the beanie, about 2 inches from the top.
16. Slip stitch the ear flaps to the beanie, making sure to reinforce the corners.
Top of the Beanie:
17. Join the yarn at the top of the beanie.
18. Ch 1, sc in each stitch around. (18 stitches)
19. Ch 1, *dc, sc in next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. (18 stitches)
20. Ch 1, *hdc, sc in next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. (18 stitches)
21. Ch 1, *sc, sc in next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. (18 stitches)
22. Ch 1, sl st in each stitch around.
23. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.
24. Weave in the loose ends.
Your baby beanie with ear flaps is now complete! Enjoy using it to keep your little one warm and cozy.

Tips and Tricks:* For a smaller or larger beanie, adjust the number of stitches in the base round accordingly.
* Use a different yarn weight or hook size to achieve a different look or feel.
* Embellish your beanie with pom-poms, tassels, or buttons for a personal touch.
* Add a lining to the beanie for extra warmth and comfort.

2024-12-05

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