Crochet Faux Fur Earflap Hat
The Crochet Faux Fur Earflap Hat is an adorable and cozy accessory perfect for chilly days! This hat combines the warmth of faux fur with the charm of handmade crochet, making it not only stylish but also incredibly soft to wear. The earflaps add an extra touch of cuteness while keeping your ears toasty warm. Whether you're heading out for a winter adventure or simply want to stay cozy indoors, this hat is a fuzzy and fashionable choice that's sure to bring a smile to your face!
Materials:
– Size H, 5.00 mm crochet hook
– Medium weight (size 4) yarn in white and fuzzy faux white yarn, I used Lion Brand’s Go For Faux
– Tapestry needle
Abbreviations:
ch- chain
st(s)- stitch(es)
sc- single crochet
dc- double crochet
sl st- slip stitch
sc2tog- single crochet two together
Gauge:
12 sts x 7 rows = 4″ square
Note:
– The width is measured at the crown
Hat:
Baby Size (5″ wide x 6.5″ tall):
Make a magic circle and ch 2
Round 1: 10 dc in circle, pull to close, sl st to join (10).
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to join (20).
Round 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (30).
Round 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc next 2 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (40).
Rounds 6-11: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to join (40).
Fasten off, weave in end.
Optional: Continue with “side earflaps” section.
Toddler/Child Size- (6″ wide x 7.5″ tall):
Make a magic circle and ch 2
Round 1: 10 dc in circle, pull to close, sl st to join (10).
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to join (20).
Round 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (30).
Round 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc next 2 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (40).
Round 5: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc next 3 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (50).
Round 6-13: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to join (50).
Fasten off, weave in end.
Optional: Continue with “side earflaps” section.
Teen/Adult Size- (7″ wide x 8.5″ long):
Make a magic circle and ch 2
Round 1: 10 dc in circle, pull to close, sl st to join (10).
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to join (20).
Round 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (30).
Round 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc next 2 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (40).
Round 5: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc next 3 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (50).
Round 6: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc next 4 sts,* repeat from * around, sl st to join (60).
Round 7-14: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to join (60).
Fasten off, weave in end.
Optional: Continue with “earflap” section.
Side Earflaps:
Right flap:
Row 1: Sc next 10 sts, turn (10)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 6, sc2tog, turn (8).
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn (8).
Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 4, sc2tog, turn (6).
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn (6).
Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 2, sc2tog, turn (4).
Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each st across (4).
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Left flap:
Lay the hat on it’s side with the left ear side facing you.
Line up the side with the earflap you just made with slightly more stitches in the front than in the back.
Faux Yarn:
Pick up a st along the bottom and sc around the hat, sl st to join and fasten off, weave in ends.
Pick up a st along the bottom middle of the side/earflap and sc evenly up the side of the hat, around the ears and top and down the other side.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Side Braids:
Cut 12 strands of 40″ long pieces of yarn.
Fold in half and pull the middle through the bottom of the earflap.
Yarn over and pull all strands through.
Braid strands and tie at the bottom.
Repeat on other side, make sure they are even.
Trim ends.