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Free crochet earflap hat pattern for winter warmth Basics
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- •This Free crochet earflap hat pattern for winter warmth includes organized steps, materials, and helpful resources for crocheters.
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Ch 4; join with slip st in first ch to form a ring.
Round 1: Ch 1, 2 sc in each ch around; join with slip st in first sc—8 sc.
Round 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc here), dc in same st, dc in next st, *2 dc in next st, dc in next st; repeat from * twice; join with slip st in first dc—12 dc.
Round 3: Ch 3, dc in same st, 2 dc in each st around; join with slip st in top of ch-3—24 dc.
Round 4: Ch 3, dc in same st, *ch 1, skip next st, 2 dc in next st; repeat from * around; join with slip st in top of ch-3—24 dc; 12 ch-1 spaces.
Round 5: Ch 3, skip first st, dc in next st, *ch 1, skip next ch-1 space, dc in next 2 dc; repeat from * around, ending last repeat; join with slip st in top of ch-3—24 dc; 12 ch-1 spaces.
Round 6: Ch 3, dc in same st, dc in each dc and ch 1 space around; join with a slip st in top of ch-3—36 dc.
Round 7: Ch 1, sc in each dc and ch-1 space around; join with a slip st in first sc—36 sc.
Fasten off. Weave in ends.
Make a 3” pom-pom and tie to the top of the hat.
Left Earflap
0/2Row 1: With right side facing, skip 4 (5) sts to the right of join, join yarn in next st to the right, ch 1, sc in same st, sc in next 5 sts, turn—6 sc.
Rows 2-7: Rep Rows 2-7 of Left Earflap.
Right Earflap
0/2Row 1: With right side facing, skip 10 (11) sts in Row 1 of Left Earflap (back neck), join yarn in next st, ch 1, sc in same st, sc in next 5 sts, turn—6 sc.
Rows 2-7: Rep Rows 2-7 of Left Earflap.
FAQ
Questions about this pattern
Is Free Crochet Earflap Hat Pattern for Winter Warmth good for beginners?+
Yes. Free Crochet Earflap Hat Pattern for Winter Warmth is marked easy and includes step-by-step instructions, materials, gauge notes, and progress checkboxes.
What yarn weight do I need for Free Crochet Earflap Hat Pattern for Winter Warmth?+
This pattern lists Bulky (5). If you substitute yarn, make a gauge swatch before starting so the finished size stays close to the pattern notes.
How long does Free Crochet Earflap Hat Pattern for Winter Warmth take to crochet?+
The estimated time is 15–20 hours. Your pace may change depending on yarn choice, stitch familiarity, and how much finishing the project needs.
Do I need to check gauge for this crochet pattern?+
Yes. The pattern gauge is 7 sts and 4 rows = 4” (10 cm). CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.. Use the listed hook size, 9 mm [US M-13], unless your swatch tells you to adjust. Checking gauge helps avoid a finished project that is too small, too large, or too stiff.
Can I print Free Crochet Earflap Hat Pattern for Winter Warmth?+
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