Crochet Cozy Earflap Hat with Flower Free Pattern

Crochet Cozy Earflap Hat with Flower Free Pattern

Introduction

Create this charming earflap hat featuring a beautiful flower motif, perfect for keeping warm while looking stylish. This crochet pattern is designed for beginners and uses soft, bulky yarn for a cozy finish. Whether you're making it for yourself or as a gift, this hat is sure to be a hit during the chilly months!

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Bulky weight yarn (approx. 100g)
• Crochet Hook: 6.5mm (K) crochet hook
• Gauge: 10 stitches x 8 rows = 4 inches in single crochet

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Start the Hat: Begin with a magic ring. To create a magic ring, wrap the yarn around your fingers to form a loop, insert your hook into the loop, and pull up a loop. Chain 2 to start.
2. First Round: Work 12 double crochets (dc) into the magic ring. Pull tight to close the ring. Join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the top of the first dc to complete the round.
3. Round 2: Chain 2, then work 2 dc in each stitch around. You should have 24 dc at the end of this round. Join with a sl st.
4. Round 3: Chain 2, then *1 dc in the next stitch, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around. You should have 36 dc at the end of this round. Join with a sl st.
5. Round 4: Chain 2, then *1 dc in the next 2 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around. You should have 48 dc at the end of this round. Join with a sl st.
6. Work Even: Continue to work even (1 dc in each stitch) for 5 rounds. This will form the body of the hat.
7. Create Earflaps: To create the earflaps, chain 2, then work 12 dc in the next 12 stitches. Turn your work.
8. Build the Earflaps: Work 1 dc in each stitch for 5 rows. This will give the earflaps some length.
9. Decrease for Earflaps: To shape the earflaps, decrease by working 2 dc together (dc2tog) at the beginning and end of the next 2 rows. This will taper the earflaps slightly.
10. Add Ties: For the ties, chain 30 and attach to the bottom of each earflap. Secure with a slip stitch.
11. Create the Flower: Start with a magic ring, chain 2, and work 8 dc in the ring. Pull tight to close the ring.
12. Flower Petals: Chain 2, then *1 dc in the next stitch, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat around to create petals. Join with a sl st.
13. Attach Flower: Position the flower on the front of the hat and attach it using a slip stitch.
14. Finish Up: Finish off your work and weave in any loose ends using a yarn needle. This will give your hat a clean look.

Congratulations! You've just completed your very own cozy earflap hat with a beautiful flower motif. Wear it with pride or gift it to someone special!