Crochet Frog Earflap Hat Pattern: A Step-by-Step Guide95

Materials:* Worsted weight yarn in two colors: one main color and one contrasting color for the details
* Size H (5.00 mm) crochet hook
* Yarn needle
* Scissors

Abbreviations:* ch: chain
* sc: single crochet
* hdc: half double crochet
* dc: double crochet
* tr: treble crochet
* sl st: slip stitch
* ( ): repeat the instructions within the parentheses the specified number of times
* [ ]: work the instructions within the brackets into the indicated stitch

Pattern:Main Body:

With the main color yarn, ch 52 (or to desired head circumference).
Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each ch across. (51 sc)
Row 2-6: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each sc across. (51 sc)

Frog Head:

Green Yarn: Ch 5, join to form a ring.
Round 1: Sc 12 in the ring. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (12 sc)
Round 2: Ch 1, turn. 2 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Round 3 (Decrease Round): Ch 1, turn. *Sc 1, [sc 2 tog]*. Repeat from * to *. (18 sc)
Round 4: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each sc around. (18 sc)

Ears:

Green Yarn: Ch 5, join to form a ring.
Round 1: Sc 10 in the ring. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (10 sc)
Round 2: Ch 1, turn. *Sc 1, [sc 2 tog]*. Repeat from * to *. (7 sc)

Attaching the Frog Head and Ears:

Sew the frog head to the top center of the main body.
Sew the ears to the sides of the frog head.

Fringe:

Contrasting Color Yarn: Cut strands of yarn approximately 5-6 inches long.
Fold a strand of yarn in half and insert the loop through a st along the lower edge of the hat.
Pull the ends of the yarn through the loop to secure the fringe.
Repeat Step 2-3 along the entire lower edge of the hat.

Finishing:

Weave in any loose ends.
Embroider a mouth and eyes onto the frog head, using the contrasting color yarn.
Optional: Add a pom-pom or embellishments of your choice.

Tips:* You can adjust the size of the hat by changing the number of chains in the initial row.
* For a snugger fit, you can decrease the number of rows in the main body before attaching the frog head.
* You can add a lining to the hat for extra warmth.
* Use different colors and embellishments to customize your frog earflap hat.

2024-12-09

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