How to Knit Earflap Hats for Boys: A Video Guide127

Knitting a warm and cozy earflap hat for a boy is a thoughtful and practical gift that will keep him feeling snuggly during the cold winter months. This video guide will walk you through each step of the knitting process, from casting on to binding off, so that you can create a perfect hat for your little one. Whether you're a seasoned knitter or just starting out, this video will provide you with all the instructions and tips you need to make a beautiful and functional earflap hat.

Materials you'll need
Worsted-weight yarn in a color of your choice (approximately 100 grams for a child's hat)
Size 8 (5mm) knitting needles
Yarn needle for weaving in ends
Scissors

Instructions

Casting On

Make a slip knot and place it on the left-hand needle.
Insert the right-hand needle into the slip knot from front to back.
Wrap the yarn over the right-hand needle and pull through the slip knot, forming a new loop on the left-hand needle.
Repeat steps 2-3 until you have the desired number of stitches on the needles.

Knitting the Brim

Row 1: Knit all stitches.
Row 2: Purl all stitches.
Repeat rows 1-2 for the desired length of the brim (approximately 3-4 inches for a child's hat).

Dividing for the Crown

Knit 20 stitches.
Place a stitch marker.
Knit 20 stitches.
Place a second stitch marker.
Knit the remaining 20 stitches.

Knitting the Crown

Row 1: Knit all stitches until you reach the first stitch marker. Knit 2 together (K2tog). Slip the first stitch marker over the second stitch marker.
Row 2: Purl all stitches.
Row 3: Knit all stitches until you reach the second stitch marker. K2tog. Slip the second stitch marker over the first stitch marker.
Row 4: Purl all stitches.
Repeat rows 1-4 until you have 10 stitches remaining on the needles.

Joining the Crown

Using a yarn needle, sew the 10 remaining stitches together.
Weave in any loose ends.

Knitting the Earflaps

Pick up 15 stitches from the edge of the brim, between the two stitch markers.
Knit straight for 10 rows.
Bind off all stitches.
Repeat steps 1-3 for the other earflap.

Finishing

Fold the earflaps up and sew them to the sides of the hat.
Weave in any remaining loose ends.
Your earflap hat is complete!

This earflap hat is not only warm and comfortable but also stylish and easy to care for. It is machine washable and dryable, making it a great choice for busy families. With its ribbed brim and cozy earflaps, this hat is sure to become a favorite of your little boy.

2025-01-01

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