How to Crochet a Minion Earflap Hat for Kids163

Materials:* Yellow yarn (worsted weight)
* Black yarn (worsted weight)
* White yarn (worsted weight)
* Gray yarn (worsted weight)
* Crochet hook (size 5mm or H)
* Scissors
* Yarn needle

Abbreviations:* sc: single crochet
* hdc: half double crochet
* dc: double crochet
* tr: treble crochet
* sl st: slip stitch

Instructions:Hat Body:
1. With yellow yarn, make a magic circle.
2. Round 1: sc 6 into the circle. (6)
3. Round 2: 2 sc in each sc around. (12)
4. Round 3: *sc 1, hdc 1* repeat 6 times. (18)
5. Round 4: *hdc 1, dc 1* repeat 6 times. (24)
6. Round 5: *dc 1, tr 1* repeat 6 times. (30)
7. Rounds 6-15: dc in each stitch around. (30)
Earflap:
1. With yellow yarn, chain 10.
2. Turn and sc in each chain stitch. (10)
3. Row 2: ch 1, turn, sc in each sc across. (10)
4. Rows 3-10: repeat Row 2. (10)
5. With black yarn, sc around the edges of the earflap to create a border.
Ears:
1. With black yarn, chain 7.
2. Turn and sc in each chain stitch. (7)
3. Row 2: ch 1, turn, sc in each sc across. (7)
4. Rows 3-5: repeat Row 2. (7)
5. With gray yarn, create a small oval for the ear using the sc stitch.
Eyes:
1. With white yarn, create two large circles for the eyes using the dc stitch.
2. With black yarn, embroider the pupils onto the white circles.
Assembly:
1. Sew the earflaps onto the sides of the hat body.
2. Sew the ears onto the top of the hat body.
3. Sew the eyes onto the front of the hat body.
4. Create a pom-pom with yellow yarn and sew it to the top of the hat.
Variations:
* Use different colors of yarn for the body, earflaps, and ears.
* Add other embellishments, such as buttons, beads, or ribbons.
* Make the hat smaller or larger by adjusting the number of stitches in each round.
Tips:
* Use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of each round.
* Count your stitches carefully to ensure they match the pattern instructions.
* If you make a mistake, don't be afraid to undo your stitches and try again.
* Practice your stitches before beginning the project to improve your accuracy and speed.