How to Crochet a Warm and Cozy Earflap Hat149

Introduction:

In the chilly winter months, a warm and cozy hat is essential for keeping your head and ears protected from the cold. Crocheting an earflap hat is a great way to create a stylish and functional accessory that will keep you comfortable all season long. This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to crochet an earflap hat using basic crochet stitches.

Materials:- Worsted weight yarn (approximately 350 yards)
- Crochet hook size H (5 mm)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors

Instructions:1. Create the Headband:
- Chain 60 (or any number to fit your head circumference).
- Single crochet (sc) into the second chain from the hook and each chain across.
- Join the first and last stitch with a slip stitch (sl st).
2. Work in the Round:
- Chain 1 (ch 1) to start the next round.
- Sc into each stitch around, joining at the end of the round with a sl st.
3. Increase Stitches:
- In the next two rounds, increase stitches evenly around by sc into the front and back loops of each stitch.
4. Establish the Crown:
- Continue crocheting in the round, without increasing.
5. Shape the Crown:
- Once the crown is about 2 inches in diameter, start decreasing stitches by sc two stitches together around.
- Continue decreasing until there are only a few stitches left.
- Fasten off the yarn and weave in the loose ends.
6. Create the Earflaps:
- Attach the yarn to the edge of the headband and ch 5.
- Sc into the next 10 stitches.
- Sl st into the first stitch.
- Repeat for the other earflap.
7. Assemble the Hat:
- Fold the headband in half and align the earflaps.
- Sew or crochet the earflaps to the headband.