How to Knit a Deer Antler Earflap Hat: A Step-by-Step Guide with Diagrams139

Materials:* Worsted weight yarn in two colors (main color and accent color)
* Size 8 (5mm) knitting needles
* Scissors
* Yarn needle

Abbreviations:* K: Knit
* P: Purl
* CO: Cast on
* BO: Bind off
* St(s): Stitch(es)
* Rep: Repeat

Gauge:* 20 stitches and 28 rows per 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Instructions:Earflaps:
1. CO 30 sts with main color.
2. Row 1: K1, *P1, K1; rep from * to end.
3. Row 2: K1, *K1, P1; rep from * to end.
4. Rep Rows 1-2 until piece measures 5 inches from CO.
5. BO.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 to make a second earflap.
Hat Body:
1. CO 80 sts with main color.
2. Row 1: K all sts.
3. Row 2: *P1, K1; rep from * to end.
4. Rep Rows 1-2 for 5 inches.
5. Change to accent color.
6. Row 1: K all sts.
7. Row 2: *K1, P1; rep from * to end.
8. Rep Rows 1-7 for 2 inches.
Antlers:
1. Change to main color.
2. Row 1: CO 1 st, K next 61 sts, CO 1 st.
3. Row 2: K all sts.
4. Row 3: CO 1 st, K next 63 sts, CO 1 st.
5. Row 4: K all sts.
6. Rep Rows 3-4 for 5 times.
7. BO all sts.
Attaching Antlers and Earflaps:
1. Fold the hat body in half and sew the antlers along the center seam.
2. Fold the earflaps in half and sew them to the sides of the hat, 1 inch from the top.
Finishing:
1. Weave in all loose ends.
2. Enjoy your cozy and festive deer antler hat!