How to Knit a Winter Earflap Hat: A Step-by-Step Guide265

Introduction

As the temperature drops, it's time to keep your head and ears warm with a cozy handmade earflap hat. Knitting your own hat allows you to customize it to your exact style and preferences, from the color and texture to the size and shape. Follow this step-by-step guide to create a beautiful and functional earflap hat that will keep you warm all winter long.

Materials

Approximately 150 grams of worsted weight yarn
US 8 (5 mm) circular knitting needles, 16-inch or 24-inch length
US 9 (5.5 mm) circular knitting needles, 16-inch or 24-inch length (optional)
Yarn needle
Scissors

Gauge

18 stitches and 24 rows per 4 inches (10 cm) in Stockinette stitch (knit one row, purl one row).

Size

One size fits most adults

Instructions

1. Cast on

Using US 8 needles, cast on 80 stitches.

2. Join in the round and knit

Join the stitches in the round, being careful not to twist them. Knit all 80 stitches around.

3. Ribbing

Knit 2, purl 2 for 6 rows.

4. Stockinette stitch

Knit all stitches around for 14 rows.

5. Earflaps

Divide the stitches into three sections of 26 stitches each. Place markers at each division.

On the first 26 stitches, continue knitting in Stockinette stitch for 10 rows. Bind off all 26 stitches.

Repeat for the second 26 stitches. Leave the remaining 26 stitches on the needles.

6. Crown shaping

Knit 12 stitches, knit two together, knit 12 stitches. Repeat this sequence until there are 10 stitches remaining on the needles. Cut the yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail.

7. Threading and closing

Thread the yarn tail through a yarn needle. Insert the needle through the remaining 10 stitches on the needles, from back to front. Pull the yarn tight to close the crown.

8. Finishing

Weave in any loose ends.

Congratulations, you've now knitted your own earflap hat!

Tips

If you prefer a looser hat, use larger needles.
If you prefer a tighter hat, use smaller needles.
You can adjust the length of the earflaps by knitting more or fewer rows before binding off.
To add a pom-pom to the top of the hat, simply make a pom-pom from yarn and sew it onto the crown.

2025-01-08

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