Easy Crochet Pattern for a Warm and Whimsical Earflap Hat144

## Crochet a Super Cozy Curly Sheep Earflap Hat

Indulge in the ultimate comfort and cuteness with this adorable crochet curly sheep earflap hat. This easy-to-follow pattern is perfect for both beginners and experienced crocheters, and will keep you warm and stylish all winter long.

Materials:
- Worsted weight yarn in white (main color)
- Small amount of black yarn for details
- 5mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
- Optional: safety eyes and fiberfill for embellishments

Gauge:
4 stitches and 5 rows = 1 inch (2.5cm) in half double crochet

Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- dc: double crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- sl st: slip stitch

Instructions:
Hat Base:
1. Make a magic ring with white yarn.
2. Ch 2, dc 12 into the ring. Sl st to join (12 stitches)
3. Ch 3 (counts as hdc + ch 1), hdc in each st around. Sl st to join (24 stitches)
4. Ch 3, hdc in each st around. Sl st to join (48 stitches)
5. Ch 3, hdc in each st around. Sl st to join (96 stitches)
Edges:
1. Ch 1, sc evenly around the brim. Sl st to join.
2. Ch 2, hdc evenly around the brim. Sl st to join.
Ears:
1. Row 1: Black yarn, ch 10. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next 3 ch, hdc in next 2 ch, sc in last ch. Turn (13 stitches)
2. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn (13 stitches)
3. Row 3-5: Repeat Row 2.
4. Row 6: Ch 1, sc in first 3 st, 2 sc in next st, sc in remaining st. Turn (15 stitches)
5. Row 7-9: Repeat Row 2.
6. Row 10: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Fasten off and weave in the ends.
7. Make a second ear in the same way.
Assembly:
1. Fold the hat base in half and sl st the edges together along the back seam. Leave a small opening at the top for the ears.
2. Place the ears at the opening, one on each side, and sl st them in place.
3. Embellish with safety eyes and fiberfill for a cute sheep look.
Tips:
- Use a fluffy or textured yarn for extra warmth and interest.
- Add a fleece lining for even more coziness.
- Embroider a nose and mouth on the sheep's face for a personal touch.
Enjoy your warm and whimsical curly sheep earflap hat!