How to Knit Ear Muffs373

Ear muffs are a great way to keep your ears warm during the winter months. They're also relatively easy to knit, making them a good project for beginners. If you're looking for a fun and practical project to work on, knitting ear muffs is a great option.

There are many different ways to knit ear muffs. The method you choose will depend on the desired look and the yarn you're using. Here are a few of the most popular methods:

Headband Style Ear Muffs:

This is the most common type of ear muff. It consists of a headband with two ear flaps attached. The headband can be knit in any stitch pattern you like, and the ear flaps can be knit in a contrasting color or pattern.

Fold-Over Style Ear Muffs:

These ear muffs are made by knitting a long rectangle and then folding it over to create the ear flaps. This style is relatively easy to knit, and it's a good option for beginners.

Cabled Style Ear Muffs:

These ear muffs are knit using a cable stitch pattern. This style is a bit more challenging to knit, but it creates a beautiful and unique look.

Once you've chosen a knitting method, you'll need to gather your materials.

Materials:

* Worsted weight yarn (100-150 yards)

* Size 8 knitting needles

* Yarn needle

* Scissors
* Measuring tape

Instructions:
Headband Style Ear Muffs:

Cast on 30 stitches.

Knit in garter stitch (knit every row) for 15 rows.

Divide your stitches in half (15 stitches each).

Knit the first 15 stitches.

Bind off the next 15 stitches.

Knit the remaining 15 stitches.

Bind off all stitches.

Attach the two ear flaps to the headband.
Fold-Over Style Ear Muffs:

Cast on 40 stitches.

Knit in garter stitch for 60 rows.

Fold the rectangle in half and sew the edges together.

Attach a button to the center of the ear muffs.
Cabled Style Ear Muffs:

Cast on 30 stitches.

Cable 6 (K6, C6, K6, C6, K6, C6) for 15 rows.

Cable 4 (K4, C4, K4, C4) for 15 rows.

Cable 2 (K2, C2, K2, C2) for 15 rows.

Knit in garter stitch for 15 rows.

Bind off all stitches.

Attach the two ear flaps to the headband.