Simple Double Crochet Ear Flap Hat Pattern in 11 Sizes
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If you have been searching for a Simple Double Crochet Ear Flap Hat Pattern in multiple sizes to make, then this is the pattern for you! Available in 11 sizes from preemie baby to adult large and crocheted using your basic Medium Weight Yarn, my simple double crochet ear flap hat pattern for beginners is the perfect choice for making affordable and thoughtful gifts and to donate to your favorite charities.
At the end of the post I have included instructions on how to add braided ties to your simple double crochet ear flap hat. They look adorable on these hats!
For my own children I omitted braided ties (when they were younger) because their winter coats and snowsuits all seem to have Velcro at the neck. Velcro does not play well with yarn braids or hat ties. This seems to be a size-specific winter coat issue though which means once they are a bit older and wear ‘larger’ sizes, they can have their braided ties on their hats again!
I can’t wait to see how you embellish your pretty earflap hats! Be sure to tag me on social media if you share your finished images! You’ll find me on most platforms as: @oombawkadesigncrochet
You can substitute other Medium Weight Yarns such as Red Heart with Love for this project.
If you want to use Red Heart Soft or Caron Simply Soft instead then use my hat designed to work with these lighter Medium Weight Yarns: Keep Your Ears Covered with this Simple Hat.
If you are using a Bulky Weight Yarn (Chunky Weight Yarn) please use this free pattern: Basic Bulky Earflap Hat
Difficulty Level
EASY
Finished Size
See sizes listed in the pattern below.
Gauge
Approximately 3 dc per inch and 2 rows per inch
Abbreviations
US Terminology used
ch – chain
dc – double crochet
DMR – double magic ring
R – round
rem – remaining
rep – repeat
sc – single crochet
sc2tog – single crochet 2 together
sk – skip
sl st – slip stitch
st/sts – stitch/stitches
* – Repeat the instructions between the asterisks the number of times indicated. This repeat will contain of multiple instructions.
() – Repeat the instructions between the parentheses the number of times indicated.
[] – at the end of the row – the total number of stitches
do not count the ch 3 at the beginning of a round as a stitch
the first st of each round is worked in the same st as you sl st to join
the earflaps are worked in single crochet stitches – I prefer this method as it does not leave open gaps as much over the ears for the wind to blow through
I have started the project by working a double magic ring (see this tutorial) but you can just as easily crochet a regular magic ring or begin by crocheting a chain-3 and slip stitch to join to the first chain to form a ring and then work your stitches directly into that ring.
Finished hat size: 10″ circumference. To fit 12″ head size.
R1: DMR: ch 3, 12 dc, sl st to the top of first dc to join. [12]
R2: Ch 3, 2 dc in each st around; sl st to the first dc to join. [24]
R3: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in the next st**. Work from * to ** 8 times. 1 dc in each rem st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [32]
R4: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [32]
R5-R7: Rep R4.
Proceed to Earflap Instructions for Preemie, Newborn, 0-3 months at the end of the post
NewbornBabyEarflap HatPattern
Finished hat size: 12″ circumference. To fit 14″ head size.
R1: DMR: ch 3, 12 dc, sl st to the top of first dc to join. [12]
R2: Ch 3, 2 dc in each st around; sl st to the first dc to join. [24]
R3: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in the next st**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [36]
R4: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts**. Work from * to ** 2 times. 1 dc in each rem st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [38]
R5: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [38]
R6-R9: Rep R5.
Proceed to Earflap Instructions for Preemie, Newborn, 0-3 months at the end of the post
0-3 months, Baby Earflap HatPattern
Finished hat size: 14″ circumference. To fit 16″ head size.
R1: DMR: ch 3, 12 dc, sl st to the top of first dc to join. [12]
R2: Ch 3, 2 dc in each st around; sl st to the first dc to join. [24]
R3: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in the next st**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [36]
R4: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts**. Work from * to ** 8 times. 1 dc in each rem st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [44]
R5: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [44]
R6-R9: Rep R5.
Proceed to Earflap Instructions for Preemie, Newborn, 0-3 months at the end of the post.
3 to 6 months, Baby Earflap HatPattern
Finished hat size: 15″ circumference. To fit 17″ head size.
R1: DMR: ch 3, 12 dc, sl st to the top of first dc to join. [12]
R2: Ch 3, 2 dc in each st around; sl st to the first dc to join. [24]
R3: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in the next st**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [36]
R4: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [48]
R5: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [48]
R6-R10: Rep R5.
Proceed to Earflap Instructions for 3-6 months, 6-12 months and 12-24 months at the end of the post.
6 to 12 months, Baby Earflap Hat Pattern
Finished hat size: 16″ circumference. To fit 18″ head size.
R1: DMR: ch 3, 12 dc, sl st to the top of first dc to join. [12]
R2: Ch 3, 2 dc in each st around; sl st to the first dc to join. [24]
R3: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in the next st**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [36]
R4: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [48]
R5: Ch 3, *2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts**. Work from * to ** 2 times. 1 dc in each rem st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [50]
R6: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [50]
R7-R10: Rep R6.
Proceed to Earflap Instructions for 3-6 months, 6-12 months and 12-24 months at the end of the post.
12 to 24 months, Toddler Ear Flap Hat Pattern
Finished hat size: 17″ circumference. To fit 19″ head size.
R1: DMR: ch 3, 12 dc, sl st to the top of first dc to join. [12]
R2: Ch 3, 2 dc in each st around; sl st to the first dc to join. [24]
R3: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in the next st**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [36]
R4: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [48]
R5: Ch 3, *2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts**. Work from * to ** 6 times. 1 dc in each rem st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [54]
R6: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [54]
R7-R11: Rep R6.
Proceed to Earflap Instructions for 3-6 months, 6-12 months and 12-24 months at the end of the post.
3 to 5 years, Small Child Ear Flap Hat Pattern
Finished hat size: 18″ circumference. To fit 20″ head size.
R1: DMR: ch 3, 12 dc, sl st to the top of first dc to join. [12]
R2: Ch 3, 2 dc in each st around; sl st to the first dc to join. [24]
R3: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in the next st**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [36]
R4: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [48]
R5: Ch 3, *2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts**. Work from * to ** 10 times. 1 dc in each rem st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [58]
R6: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [58]
R7-R12: Rep R6.
Proceed to Earflap Instructions for Small Child, Child and Adult Small (teen) at the end of the post.
7 to 10 years, Child Ear Flap Hat Pattern
Finished hat size: 19″ circumference. To fit 21″ head size.
R1: DMR: ch 3, 12 dc, sl st to the top of first dc to join. [12]
R2: Ch 3, 2 dc in each st around; sl st to the first dc to join. [24]
R3: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in the next st**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [36]
R4: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [48]
R5: Ch 3, *2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [60]
R6: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [60]
R7-R13: Rep R6.
Proceed to Earflap Instructions for Small Child, Child and Adult Small (teen) at the end of the post.
Teen (adult small), Adult Earflap Hat Pattern
Finished hat size: 20″ circumference. To fit 22″ head size.
R1: DMR: ch 3, 12 dc, sl st to the top of first dc to join. [12]
R2: Ch 3, 2 dc in each st around; sl st to the first dc to join. [24]
R3: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in the next st**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [36]
R4: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [48]
R5: Ch 3, *2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [60]
R6: Ch 3, *2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts**. Work from * to ** 4 times. 1 dc in each rem st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [64]
R7: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [64]
R8-R13: Rep R7.
Proceed to Earflap Instructions for Small Child, Child and Adult Small (teen) at the end of the post.
Adult (medium), Adult Earflap HatPattern
Finished hat size: 21″ circumference. To fit 23″ head size.
R1: DMR: ch 3, 12 dc, sl st to the top of first dc to join. [12]
R2: Ch 3, 2 dc in each st around; sl st to the first dc to join. [24]
R3: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in the next st**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [36]
R4: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [48]
R5: Ch 3, *2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [60]
R6: Ch 3, *2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts**. Work from * to ** 6 times. 1 dc in each rem st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [66]
R7: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [66]
R8-R14: Rep R7.
Proceed to Earflap Instructions for Adult Medium and Adult Large at the end of the post.
Adult (large), Adult Ear Flap HatPattern
Finished hat size: 22″ circumference, 9″ height. To fit 24″ head size.
R1: DMR: ch 3, 12 dc, sl st to the top of first dc to join. [12]
R2: Ch 3, 2 dc in each st around; sl st to the first dc to join. [24]
R3: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in the next st**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [36]
R4: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [48]
R5: Ch 3, *2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts**. Work from * to ** 12 times. Sl st to the first dc to join. [60]
R6: Ch 3, *2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts**. Work from * to ** 10 times. 1 dc in each rem st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [70]
R7: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [70]
R8-R15: Rep R7.
Proceed to Earflap Instructions for Adult Medium and Adult Large at the end of the post.
Ear Flap Instructions by Size
Preemie, Newborn and 0-3 months sizes.
Stitches are shown in this order: Preemie (Newborn, 0-3 months)
Earflap 1
Row 1: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of the next 5 (6, 7) sts, ch 1, turn [5 (6, 7)] Row 2: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 3 (4, 5) sts, ch 1, turn [4 (5, 6)] Row 3: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 2 (3, 4) sts, ch 1, turn [3 (4, 5)]
For Preemie only:
Row 4: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Finish off and weave in ends. Proceed to Earflap 2.
For Newborn and 0-3 months:
Row 4: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next (2, 3) sts, ch 1, turn. [(3, 4)]
For Newborn only:
Row 5: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Finish off and weave in ends. Proceed to Earflap 2.
For 0-3 months only:
Row 5: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, ch 1, turn. [3] Row 6: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Finish off and weave in ends. Proceed to Earflap 2.
Earflap 2
Keeping the crown (top) of the hat facing you, count 11 (14, 16) sts from the left edge of the earflap, join your yarn and continue with the instructions for Earflap 2 in the next stitch.**Note: these 11 (14, 16) sts are for the front of the hat, so you may wish to add a marker to remember if you are embellishing one side of the hat later. **
Make sure you are working from the outside of the hat to the inside of the hat! (From Right Side [RS] to Wrong Side [WS]) or your finishing rounds will be worked on the wrong side of the hat (i.e. the inside!).
Row 1:Join with a standing sc stitch; 1 sc in each of the next 4 (5, 6) sts, ch 1, turn [5 (6, 7)] Row 2: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 3 (4, 5) sts, ch 1, turn [4 (5, 6)] Row 3: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 2 (3, 4) sts, ch 1, turn [3 (4, 5)]
For Preemie only:
Row 4: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Do not finish off. Proceed to Finishing Instructions.
For Newborn and 0-3 months:
Row 4: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next (2, 3) sts, ch 1, turn. [(3, 4)]
For Newborn only:
Row 5: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp]
Do not finish off. Proceed to Finishing Instructions.
For 0-3 months only:
Row 5: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, ch 1, turn. [3] Row 6: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Do not finish off. Proceed to Finishing Instructions.
Finishing Instructions:
Be sure the right side of the hat is facing you. If it isn’t because you ended on the WS (wrong side or inside of the hat), ch 1 and turn so you are working the finishing round around the outside of the hat (rather than toward the inside of the hat). Basically you want your stitches to be showing their ‘fronts’ on the outside of the hat when you are wearing it.
Round 1: 1 sc in each st around the entire hat and both earflaps and and 2 sts in the ch1sp at the end of each earflap. Finish off and weave in ends. Proceed to the Adding the Ties Instructions at the End of the Post.
3-6, 6-12 and 12-24 months sizes.
Stitches are shown in this order: 3-6 months (6-12 months, 12-24 months)
Earflap 1
Row 1: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of the next 8 (8, 9) sts, ch 1, turn [8 (8, 9)] Row 2: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 6 (6, 7) sts, ch 1, turn [7 (7, 8)] Row 3: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 5 (5, 6) sts, ch 1, turn [6 (6, 7)] Row 4: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 4 (4, 5) sts, ch 1, turn [5 (5, 6)] Row 5: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 3 (3, 4) sts, ch 1, turn [4 (4, 5)] Row 6: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 2 (2, 3) sts, ch 1, turn [3 (3, 4)]
For 3-6 months and 6-12 months only:
Row 7: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Finish off and weave in ends. Proceed to Earflap 2.
For 12-24 months only:
Row 7: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, ch 1, turn. [(3)] Row 8: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Finish off and weave in ends. Proceed to Earflap 2.
Earflap 2
Keeping the crown (top) of the hat facing you, count 17 (18, 19) sts from the left edge of the earflap, join your yarn and continue with the instructions for Earflap 2 in the next stitch.**Note: these 17 (18, 19) sts are for the front of the hat, so you may wish to add a marker to remember if you are embellishing one side of the hat later. **
Make sure you are working from the outside of the hat to the inside of the hat! (From Right Side [RS] to Wrong Side [WS]) or your finishing rounds will be worked on the wrong side of the hat (i.e. the inside!).
Row 1:Join with a standing sc stitch; 1 sc in each of the next 7 (7, 8) sts, ch 1, turn [8 (8, 9)] Row 2: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 6 (6, 7) sts, ch 1, turn [7 (7, 8)] Row 3: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 5 (5, 6) sts, ch 1, turn [6 (6, 7)] Row 4: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 4 (4, 5) sts, ch 1, turn [5 (5, 6)] Row 5: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 3 (3, 4) sts, ch 1, turn [4 (4, 5)] Row 6: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 2 (2, 3) sts, ch 1, turn [3 (3, 4)]
For 3-6 months and 6-12 months only:
Row 7: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Do not finish off. Proceed to Finishing Instructions.
For 12-24 months only:
Row 7: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, ch 1, turn. [(3)] Row 8: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Do not finish off. Proceed to Finishing Instructions.
Finishing Instructions:
Be sure the right side of the hat is facing you. If it isn’t because you ended on the WS (wrong side or inside of the hat), ch 1 and turn so you are working the finishing round around the outside of the hat (rather than toward the inside of the hat). Basically you want your stitches to be showing their ‘fronts’ on the outside of the hat when you are wearing it.
Round 1: 1 sc in each st around the entire hat and both earflaps and 2 sts in the ch1sp at the end of each earflap. Finish off and weave in ends. Proceed to the Adding the Ties Instructions at the Very End of the Post.
Toddler, Child and Adult Small (teen) sizes.
Stitches are shown in this order: Small Child (Child, Adult Small)
Earflap 1
Row 1: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of the next 9 (10, 10) sts, ch 1, turn [9 (10, 10)] Row 2: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 7 (8, 8) sts, ch 1, turn [8 (9, 9)] Row 3: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 6 (7, 7) sts, ch 1, turn [7 (8, 8)] Row 4: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 5 (6, 6) sts, ch 1, turn [6 (7, 7)] Row 5: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 4 (5, 5) sts, ch 1, turn [5 (6, 6)] Row 6: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 3 (4, 4) sts, ch 1, turn [4 (5, 5)] Row 7: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 2 (3, 3) sts, ch 1, turn [3 (4, 4)]
For Small Child:
Row 8: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Finish off and weave in ends. Proceed to Earflap 2.
For Child and Adult Small (teen) only:
Row 8: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, ch 1, turn. [(3)] Row 9: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Finish off and weave in ends. Proceed to Earflap 2.
Earflap 2
Keeping the crown (top) of the hat facing you, count 21 (21, 23) sts from the left edge of the earflap, join your yarn and continue with the instructions for Earflap 2 in the next stitch.**Note: these 21 (21, 23) sts are for the front of the hat, so you may wish to add a marker to remember if you are embellishing one side of the hat later. **
Make sure you are working from the outside of the hat to the inside of the hat! (From Right Side [RS] to Wrong Side [WS]) or your finishing rounds will be worked on the wrong side of the hat (i.e. the inside!).
Row 1:Join with a standing sc stitch; 1 sc in each of the next 8 (9, 9) sts, ch 1, turn [9 (10, 10)] Row 2: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 7 (8, 8) sts, ch 1, turn [8 (9, 9)] Row 3: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 6 (7, 7) sts, ch 1, turn [7 (8, 8)] Row 4: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 5 (6, 6) sts, ch 1, turn [6 (7, 7)] Row 5: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 4 (5, 5) sts, ch 1, turn [5 (6, 6)] Row 6: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 3 (4, 4) sts, ch 1, turn [4 (5, 5)] Row 7: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 2 (3, 3) sts, ch 1, turn [3 (4, 4)]
For Small Child:
Row 8: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Do not finish off. Proceed to Finishing Instructions Below.
For Child and Adult Small only:
Row 8: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, ch 1, turn. [(3)] Row 9: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Do not finish off. Proceed to Finishing Instructions Below.
Finishing Instructions:
Be sure the right side of the hat is facing you. If it isn’t because you ended on the WS (wrong side or inside of the hat), ch 1 and turn so you are working the finishing round around the outside of the hat (rather than toward the inside of the hat). Basically you want your stitches to be showing their ‘fronts’ on the outside of the hat when you are wearing it.
Round 1: 1 sc in each st around the entire hat and both earflaps and 2 sts in the ch1sp at the end of each earflap. Finish off and weave in ends. Proceed to the Adding the Ties Instructions at the Very End of the Post.
Adult Medium and Adult Large sizes.
Stitches are shown in this order: Medium Adult (Large Adult)
Earflap 1
Row 1: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of the next 11 (12) sts, ch 1, turn [11 (12)] Row 2: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 9 (10) sts, ch 1, turn [10 (11)] Row 3: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 8 (9) sts, ch 1, turn [9 (10)] Row 4: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 7 (8) sts, ch 1, turn [8 (9)] Row 5: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 6 (7) sts, ch 1, turn [7 (8)] Row 6: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 5 (6) sts, ch 1, turn [6 (7)] Row 7: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 4 (5) sts, ch 1, turn [5 (6)] Row 8: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 3 (4) sts, ch 1, turn [4 (5)] Row 9: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 2 (3) sts, ch 1, turn [3 (4)]
For Adult Medium Only:
Row 10: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Finish off and weave in ends. Proceed to Earflap 2.
For Adult Large Only:
Row 10: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, ch 1, turn. [(3)] Row 11: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Finish off and weave in ends. Proceed to Earflap 2.
Earflap 2
Keeping the crown (top) of the hat facing you, count 23 (24) sts from the left edge of the earflap, join your yarn and continue with the instructions for Earflap 2 in the next stitch.**Note: these 23 (24) sts are for the front of the hat, so you may wish to add a marker to remember if you are embellishing one side of the hat later. **
Make sure you are working from the outside of the hat to the inside of the hat! (From Right Side [RS] to Wrong Side [WS]) or your finishing rounds will be worked on the wrong side of the hat (i.e. the inside!).
Row 1:Join with a standing sc stitch; 1 sc in each of the next 10 (11) sts, ch 1, turn [11 (12)] Row 2: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 9 (10) sts, ch 1, turn [10 (11)] Row 3: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 8 (9) sts, ch 1, turn [9 (10)] Row 4: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 7 (8) sts, ch 1, turn [8 (9)] Row 5: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 6 (7) sts, ch 1, turn [7 (8)] Row 6: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 5 (6) sts, ch 1, turn [6 (7)] Row 7: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 4 (5) sts, ch 1, turn [5 (6)] Row 8: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 3 (4) sts, ch 1, turn [4 (5)] Row 9: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 2 (3) sts, ch 1, turn [3 (4)]
For Adult Medium Only:
Row 10: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Do not finish off. Proceed to Finishing Instructions Below.
For Adult Large Only:
Row 10: Sc2tog, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, ch 1, turn. [(3)] Row 11: 1 sc in the first st, ch 1, sk the 2nd st, 1 sc in the 3rd st. [2 sc, 1 ch1sp] Do not finish off. Proceed to Finishing Instructions Below.
Finishing Instructions:
Be sure the right side of the hat is facing you. If it isn’t because you ended on the WS (wrong side or inside of the hat), ch 1 and turn so you are working the finishing round around the outside of the hat (rather than toward the inside of the hat). Basically you want your stitches to be showing their ‘fronts’ on the outside of the hat when you are wearing it.
Round 1: 1 sc in each st around the entire hat and both earflaps and 2 sts in the ch1sp at the end of each earflap. Finish off and weave in ends. Proceed to the Adding the Ties Instructions at the Very End of the Post.
Adding The Ties to your Simple Double Crochet Earflap Hat
Preemie & Newborn Only:
Cut 9-strands of yarn, each measuring approximately 20″ ( 50 cm) in length.
Pull the strands through the chain 1 space at the base of the earflaps, half way (until you have the same amount of yarn on each side of the earflap).
Divide the strands equally into 3-sections of six strands (using yarn lengths from each side of the earflap).
Braid the stands until you are approximately 4-inches from the end and tie a knot using all the yarn.
Repeat for the second tie.
Line up the ties and trim the ends to a similar length.
0-3 months to 6-12 Months Only:
Cut 9-strands of yarn, each measuring approximately 25″ ( 63 cm) in length.
Pull the strands through the chain 1 space at the base of the earflaps, half way (until you have the same amount of yarn on each side of the earflap).
Divide the strands equally into 3-sections of six strands (using yarn lengths from each side of the earflap).
Braid the stands until you are approximately 4-inches from the end and tie a knot using all the yarn.
Repeat for the second tie.
Line up the ties and trim the ends to a similar length.
12 months to Adult Large Only:
Cut 12-strands of yarn, each measuring approximately 30″ ( 76 cm) in length.
Pull the strands through the chain 1 space at the base of the earflaps, half way (until you have the same amount of yarn on each side of the earflap).
Divide the strands equally into 3-sections of eight strands (using yarn lengths from each side of the earflap).
Braid the stands until you are approximately 5-inches from the end and tie a knot using all the yarn.
Repeat for the second tie.
Line up the ties and trim the ends to a similar length.
Embellish as you wish and enjoy!
How to Print or Save This Pattern
Click the printer icon at the top of this post to print or save a copy of the pattern for your personal use. You can save it as a PDF or print it out to keep beside you while you crochet.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: Can I make this hat in different sizes?
A: Yes. The pattern includes multiple size options, so you can make it for babies, children, or adults.
Q: What yarn works best for this pattern?
A: The hat is designed with medium worsted weight yarn. You can substitute a similar yarn as long as it matches the gauge.
Q: How do I adjust the fit of the hat?
A: You can make the hat larger or smaller by changing the number of rounds before the ear flaps or by using a different hook size.
Q: Are the ear flaps worked separately?
A: No. The ear flaps are crocheted directly onto the hat after the main body is complete.
Q: Can I add ties or braids to the ear flaps?
A: Yes. Ties or braided cords can be added easily to each ear flap for a more finished look and better fit.
I hope you have fun making this Easy Double Crochet Ear Flap Hat. It’s quick to work up and perfect for keeping cozy or gifting. Don’t forget you can print or save a copy of the pattern to keep beside you while you crochet. I’d love to see your finished hat — share your project with me and our crochet friends!
Happy crocheting!
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Hi!
Is there a pattern for the flower that is attached to the beanie?
Thank you
Hi Kara, I went to double check and it actually is correct as written. You need to only have 38 stitches at the end of Round 4 or the hat will be much too large for a newborn when you are done. We are only adding 2 extra stitches on this round – we repeat from * to ** 2 times. Then we work 1 stitch in each remaining stitch around to have 38 stitches at the end of the round. I hope this message gets to you before you finish the hat! Best wishes, Rhondda
R4: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts**. Rep from * to ** 2 times. 1 dc in each rem st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [38]
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Hi!
Is there a pattern for the flower that is attached to the beanie?
Thank you
Hi Kara, I went to double check and it actually is correct as written. You need to only have 38 stitches at the end of Round 4 or the hat will be much too large for a newborn when you are done. We are only adding 2 extra stitches on this round – we repeat from * to ** 2 times. Then we work 1 stitch in each remaining stitch around to have 38 stitches at the end of the round. I hope this message gets to you before you finish the hat! Best wishes, Rhondda
R4: Ch 3,*2 dc in the next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts**. Rep from * to ** 2 times. 1 dc in each rem st around. Sl st to the first dc to join. [38]