Crochet Purple Popcorn and Pom Earflap Hat

Introduction

The Crochet Purple Popcorn and Pom Earflap Hat is a charming and cozy accessory that adds a touch of whimsy to any outfit. With its vibrant purple color, fun popcorn stitches, and adorable pom-poms on the earflaps, this hat is sure to stand out in a crowd. Not only does it keep you warm and stylish during colder days, but it also showcases your unique sense of fashion.

Handcrafted with love and attention to detail, this hat is perfect for anyone looking to add a playful twist to their winter wardrobe. Whether you're hitting the slopes or simply strolling through town, the Crochet Purple Popcorn and Pom Earflap Hat is a must-have accessory that will brighten up your day and keep you cozy wherever you go.

Supplies Needed

• Red Heart Super Saver Solids
• Hook 6.5mm
• Tapestry Needle
• Pom Maker or Pom Making Tools

Terms Used

• Sc - Single Crochet
• Popcorn
• Slst - Slip Stitch
• Hdc - Half Double Crochet

Instructions

Starting the Hat

If you need help with the popcorn stitch, start by:

• Starting with a magic circle, ch2, and make 8 popcorn in the circle.
• Join with slst to the first popcorn.

Hat Construction

• Row 1: Working in continuous rounds, make 2 popcorn in each space around.
• Row 2: Make 2 popcorn, then popcorn in the next space, and repeat around.
• Row 3: Make 2 popcorn, then popcorn in the next 2 spaces, and repeat around.
• Row 4: Make 2 popcorn, then popcorn in the next 3 spaces, and repeat around.
• Rows 5-10: Continue with popcorn around.
• Fasten off and weave in ends.

Creating the Ear Flaps

To create ear flaps:

• Attach yarn to the 6th stitch from the join.
• Work six stitches from both sides of the join for ear flaps (the ear flaps will decrease themselves).
• Make popcorn in the next 7 spaces.
• Turn and make popcorn in the next 6 spaces (draw the loop for the popcorn from behind).
• Continue turning and making popcorn in decreasing numbers until you reach 2.
• Fasten off and repeat for the other side.

Trimming the Hat

For the trim:

• Join color B.
• Hdc evenly around, placing 2 HDC in the tip of each ear flap.
• Sc evenly around, putting 2 sc in each double hdc space.
• Fasten off.

Adding Straps

To create the straps:

• Cut six strips for each side (a total of twelve) about 24 inches in length.
• Braid and sew on as desired; looping them works well.

Using Pom Pom Maker

I use a pom pom maker for the pom, but a CD or any hollowed out circle will work.