New Earflap Hat Knitting Tutorial: Episode 2174

In this episode of our knitting tutorial series, we will continue creating our stylish earflap hat, focusing on the earflaps and shaping the crown.

Materials:
- Medium-weight worsted yarn in two colors
- Size 8 (5mm) circular knitting needles, 16" and 24"
- Tapestry needle

Step 1: Knit the Earflaps
- Using a contrasting color yarn, cast on 36 stitches onto the 16" circular needles.
- Join the ends and knit in the round for 5 rows.

Step 2: Shape the Earflaps
- Divide the stitches into three sections: 12 stitches for the front, 12 stitches for the side, and 12 stitches for the back.
- Knit Front: Knit the front 12 stitches for 3 rows.
- Transfer Side Stitches: Move the 12 side stitches to a stitch holder or waste yarn.
- Knit Back: Knit the back 12 stitches for 3 rows.
- Repeat: Repeat Steps 2-4 until you reach the desired length for the earflaps (approximately 6-8 inches).

Step 3: Join and Shape the Crown
- Knit the front and back earflaps together using Kitchener stitch or a three-needle bind-off.
- Continue knitting in the round with the 24" needles, joining the remaining stitches from the front and back earflaps.
- Knit in the round for approximately 2-3 inches, or until you reach the desired depth for the crown.
- Decrease 12 stitches: Knit 2 together around the entire round to decrease 12 stitches.

Step 4: Continue Decreasing and Bind Off
- Knit the next round without decreasing.
- Knit the following round, decreasing 6 stitches evenly around the entire round.
- Repeat Step 4 until you have 12 stitches remaining.
- Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail, and thread it through the remaining stitches.
- Pull tight to bind off and secure.
- Weave in any loose ends.

Finishing Touches:
- Attach the earflaps to the sides of the hat using a tapestry needle and yarn.
- Embellish with pom-poms, tassels, or any other decorative elements as desired.

Congratulations on completing the earflaps and shaping the crown of your earflap hat! Join us in the next episode for the finishing touches and styling your new warm and fashionable accessory.

2025-01-16

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