Handmade Earflap Hat Knitting Pattern185

Materials:* Worsted weight yarn (approx. 200-250 yards)
* US size 8 (5mm) knitting needles
* Yarn needle
* Faux fur pompom (optional)

Abbreviations:* CO: Cast on
* K: Knit
* P: Purl
* K2tog: Knit 2 stitches together
* P2tog: Purl 2 stitches together
* BO: Bind off
* MC: Main color

Instructions:Ribbing:
* CO 96 stitches.
* Rows 1-4: K2, P2, repeat to end.
Body:
* Row 5: K all stitches.
* Row 6: P all stitches.
* Repeat Rows 5-6 until the piece measures approximately 10 inches from the cast on edge.
Crown Shaping:
* Row 1: K2, K2tog, *K6, K2tog; repeat from * to end, K2.
* Row 2: Purl all stitches.
* Repeat Rows 1-2 until there are 24 stitches remaining.
Earflaps:
* Divide the stitches in half, 12 stitches for each earflap.
* Left Earflap:
* Row 1: K6, CO 10 stitches, K6.
* Row 2: Purl all stitches.
* Repeat Rows 1-2 until the earflap measures approximately 10 inches from the cast on edge.
* Bind off all stitches.
* Right Earflap:
* Repeat the steps for the Left Earflap, working in reverse.
Finishing:
* Sew the earflaps to the sides of the hat, matching the center stitches of each earflap with the side seams of the hat.
* Fold the brim of the hat up and sew it in place.
* Attach a faux fur pompom to the top of the hat (optional).

Tips:* For a more snug fit, use a smaller needle size.
* To make the hat longer, add more rows to the body section.
* Choose a yarn with a cozy texture for added warmth.
* Add tassels or other embellishments to personalize the hat.

2024-12-23

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