Knitted Ear Flap Hat For Girls and Boys
Stay warm and stylish with our knitted ear flap hats for both girls and boys! These adorable hats come in a variety of colors and patterns to match any outfit or personality. Made with soft and cozy materials, they are perfect for keeping little heads warm during cold winter days. The ear flaps add an extra layer of protection against icy winds, ensuring your child stays comfortable and snug while playing outside or going on a fun winter adventure. Whether you're heading to the park or hitting the slopes, these hats are a must-have accessory that combines functionality with fashion for your little ones. So, grab one of these cute knitted ear flap hats and let your child express their unique style while staying cozy all season long!
Size:
Fits children about ages 4 to 8
Gauge:
20 sts and 26 rows=4" in St st
Materials:
Merino 5 by Crystal Palace Yarns
100% machine washable merino wool
110 yards/50 grams
One ball #5208 Blush Pink
Size 8 US (5 mm) double pointed needles
Size 8 US (5 mm) 16" circular needles
Stitch holder
Tapestry needle
Instructions
Ear Flaps
CO 3 sts. Work I-cord 7".
Work back and forth:
Row 1: k3
Row 2: p3
Row 3: k into front and back of first st, k1, k into front and back of last st - 5 sts
Row 4: k into front and back of first st, p1, k1, p1, k into front and back of last st - 7 sts
Row 5: k into front and back of first st, (k1, p1) twice, k1, k into front and back of last st - 9 sts
Cont in pattern as est,
keeping to Seed Stitch pattern (knit the purls and purl the knits as they face you), until you have 23 sts.
Work 4 rows even in Seed Stitch.
Next Row: p1, ssk, work seed st to last 3 sts, k2tog, p1 - 21 sts
Next Row: Work even in Seed St.
Rep last 2 rows once more.
Cut yarn. Place rem 19 sts on holder.
Make another ear flap. Do not cut yarn and leave sts on needle.
Join Flaps And Begin Hat
With circular needles, work Seed St over 19 sts on needle. Using the Cable Cast On, CO 35 sts (for front of hat). Work Seed St over 19 sts on holder. Using the Cable Cast On, CO 23 sts (for back of hat) - 96 sts
Join and mark beg of round.
Work Seed St 5 rnds.
Work St st until hat measures 4" from CO edge.
Decrease Crown
Change to double points when sts no longer fit on circulars.
Rnd 1: *K6, k2tog; rep from * around - 84 sts
Rnd 2: K
Rnd 3: *K5, k2tog; rep from * around - 72 sts
Rnd 4: K
Rnd 5: *K4, k2tog; rep from * around - 60 sts
Rnd 6: K
Rnd 7: *K3, k2tog; rep from * around - 48 sts
Rnd 8: K
Rnd 9: *K2, k2tog; rep from * around - 36 sts
Rnd 10: K
Rnd 11: *K1, k2tog; rep from * around - 24 sts
Rnd 12: K
Rnd 13: *K2tog around - 12 sts
Rnd 14: K
Rnd 15: *K2tog around - 6 sts
Cut yarn, leaving a tail. Thread tail through tapestry needle and through rem 6 sts and remove from needle. Pull tightly to close top of hat. Weave in ends on WS.