How to Knit a Scaly Earflap Hat201

This scaly earflap hat is perfect for keeping your head and ears warm in the winter. It's made with a soft, chunky yarn that's comfortable to wear, and the scales add a touch of style. The hat is also easy to knit, making it a great project for beginners.

To knit this hat, you will need the following materials:
One skein of chunky yarn
A size 9 (5.5 mm) knitting needle
A tapestry needle

Cast on 100 stitches. Knit 1 row in garter stitch (knit every stitch).

Next, begin the scale pattern. Row 1: *K2, P2; repeat from * to the end of the row. Row 2: *P2, K2; repeat from * to the end of the row. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 for 10 rows.

Now, begin decreasing the stitches to shape the hat. Row 11: *K2tog, P2; repeat from * to the end of the row. Row 12: *P2, K2tog; repeat from * to the end of the row. Repeat Rows 11 and 12 until there are 20 stitches remaining.

Next, knit the earflaps. Cast on 20 stitches. Knit 1 row in garter stitch. Bind off all stitches.

Repeat the previous step for the second earflap.

To attach the earflaps to the hat, pick up 10 stitches along the side of the hat. Knit 10 stitches from the earflap. Bind off all stitches.

Repeat the previous step for the other side of the hat.

To finish the hat, bind off all stitches.

Your scaly earflap hat is now complete! Enjoy wearing it in the winter months.

Tips
If you want a smaller hat, cast on fewer stitches. If you want a larger hat, cast on more stitches.
You can use any type of yarn to make this hat. However, a soft, chunky yarn will make the hat more comfortable to wear.
If you are new to knitting, there are many resources available online and at your local library that can help you learn the basics.

2024-12-11

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