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Oak Grove Earflap Hat Pattern

Oak Grove Earflap Hat Pattern
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2-4 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Bite-Sized Project

Finishes in 2-4 hours—perfect for an afternoon of creative relaxation.

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Casual Chic

Relaxed style with a modern twist, perfect for everyday wear while maintaining that handcrafted uniqueness.

About This Oak Grove Earflap Hat Pattern

This pattern creates the Oak Grove Earflap Hat worked sideways in turned rows with yarn-over slip stitch ridges for texture. It includes sizes from baby through adult large, seamless earflaps, contrast edging, and instructions for a pompom and braided tie ends. The hat is designed to stretch and fit snugly; choose a size that measures about 0-2" smaller than the head circumference for best fit.

Oak Grove Earflap Hat Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Worked with worsted weight yarn and a larger hook for the body, then edged with a smaller hook for a tidy finish. Clear special stitch instructions and shaping rows are included for all sizes.

Why You'll Love This Oak Grove Earflap Hat Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it creates a timeless, practical hat with beautiful ridged texture that feels both classic and modern. I enjoy the sideways construction — it makes shaping the earflaps seamless and satisfying. The pattern is versatile, letting me switch colors for contrast edging and add a pompom for personality. Every time I make one I find new ways to personalize it, and the fit works well across multiple ages which I appreciate for gifting.

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Switch Things Up

I love customizing this hat by swapping colors for the main and contrast shades; try team colors or muted neutrals for a different vibe.

If you want a chunkier hat, I switch to a bulky yarn and a larger hook, which makes a plush, warm version perfect for winter.

To make a tiny keychain or mini version, I use fingering weight yarn and a much smaller hook for a tiny, adorable hat.

I often change the pompom size or skip it altogether for a sleeker look—small, medium, or jumbo pom-poms give very different personalities.

Try embroidery or sewn-on felt shapes on the forehead area for playful motifs like stars or initials.

To create a slouchier style, I add extra increase rows in the crown section before seaming to give more length; adjust the number of rows and check the drape.

For a cozier earflap, I sometimes add a second row of edging on the earflap edge or line the earflaps with a soft fleece patch for wind protection.

I like to braid the tie ends thicker by adding more strands or knotting tassels at the end for a more rustic finish.

If you prefer a cleaner finish, replace the braided ties with short braided tabs and buttons to fasten under the chin for baby sizes.

Finally, experiment with variegated or gradient yarns for the main color to create a subtle color flow across the ridged texture.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers while working turned rows can lead to lost stitch counts; place a removable marker at the first and last stitch of each row to keep accurate counts. ✗ Treating turning chains as stitches will change your stitch count and shape; remember turning chains do not count and you do not work into them on the following row. ✗ Using the same hook for edging as the body may create a stretched or constricted edge; switch to a smaller hook (two sizes smaller) for a tidy, stable border. ✗ Not checking gauge or measuring the hat against head circumference can produce an ill-fitting hat; measure your gauge and choose the size that measures about 0-2" smaller than the intended head circumference. ✗ Pulling the top closure too tight without distributing ridges evenly can distort the crown; weave the double-stranded MC through each ridge and pull gradually while checking the shape before final sewing.

Oak Grove Earflap Hat Pattern

Make a cozy, sideways-worked earflap hat that fits the whole family. This versatile pattern uses yarn-over slip stitch ridges for texture, seamless earflaps, and an optional pompom and tie ends for a playful finish. Choose your favorite worsted-weight yarn and customize colors to match team colors or seasonal palettes.

Intermediate 2-4 Hours

Materials Needed for Oak Grove Earflap Hat Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Worsted weight yarn (CYCA #4) approximately 165 (195, 220, 240, 265) yards [151 (178, 201, 220, 242) m] for Main Color (MC); preferably wool, alpaca, or acrylic (or blend)
  • 02
    Approx. 70 yards [64 m] worsted weight yarn (CYCA #4) for Contrast Color (CC); preferably wool, alpaca, or acrylic (or blend)
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    Example: Kelbourne Woolens Germantown (worsted weight, 100% North American Wool; 220 yards [201 m]/3.5 oz [100 g]) - Wild Rose #835 OR Olive #30 OR Yellow #735 for MC
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    Light Gray Heather #050 (CC) - 1 partial skein each size for CC; purchases: 1 (1, 1, 2, 2) skeins of MC depending on size

— Tools Required

  • 01
    US H/8 [5.0 mm] crochet hook for hat (or size needed to obtain gauge)
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    US F/5 [3.75 mm] crochet hook for edging (two sizes smaller than hat hook)
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    Yarn needle
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    Removable stitch markers (optional)
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    3.5" [9 cm] piece of cardboard (for pompom)
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    Scissors
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    Measuring tape

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— Notes :

Info :

This hat is worked sideways in turned rows. Turning chains do not count as a stitch (this means that you do not work into them on the next row). For newer crocheters: use a stitch marker to keep track of the first and last stitch of each row to help maintain stitch count. Be sure to watch the video tutorial on the Creative Crochet Corner for tips.

— Special Stitches :

Infos :

Yarn-over slip stitch (YOslst): YO, insert hook into indicated st, YO and pull up loop, continue to pull loop through both loops on hook. 1 YOslst made. Yarn-over slip stitch blp (YOslst Blp): YO, insert hook into back loop of indicated st, YO and pull up loop, continue to pull loop through both loops on hook. 1 YOslst blp made. Yarn-over slip stitch blp decrease (YOslst2tog Blp): YO, insert hook into back loop of indicated st and through the back loop of the following stitch, YO and pull up loop, continue to pull loop through both loops on hook. 1 YOslst2tog blp made.

— Hat :

Info :

With larger hook, ch 27 (30, 33, 37, 41).

Row 1 :

Beginning with the second ch from hook and working into the bottom of the chain, 1 YOslst into each st. 26 (29, 32, 36, 40) YOslst.

Rows 2-5 (2-7, 2-7, 2-9, 2-9) :

Ch 1, turn, 1 YOslst Blp into each of the next 26 (29, 32, 36, 40) sts.

Row 6 (8, 8, 10, 10) (begins increase section) :

Ch 3, turn, beginning with the second ch from hook YOslst Blp in each of the next 2 chs, YOslst Blp in each of the next 26 (29, 32, 36, 40) sts. 28 (31, 34, 38, 42) YOslst.

Row 7 (9, 9, 11, 11) :

Ch 1, turn, 1 YOslst Blp into each st across until one st remains, YOslst in next st.

Row 8 (10, 10, 12, 12) (increase row) :

Ch 4, turn, beginning with the second ch from hook YOslst Blp in each of the next 3 chs, YOslst Blp in each of the next 28 (31, 34, 38, 42) sts. 31 (34, 37, 41, 45) YOslst.

Row 9 (11, 11, 13, 13) :

Ch 1, turn, 1 YOslst Blp into each st across until one st remains, YOslst in next st.

Info :

For sizes toddler (child/adult small, adult medium, adult large) only:

Row 12 (12, 14, 14) (increase row) :

Ch 4, turn, beginning with the second ch from hook YOslst Blp in each of the next 3 chs, YOslst Blp in each of the next 34 (37, 41, 45) sts. 37 (40, 44, 48) YOslst.

Row 13 (13, 15, 15) :

Ch 1, turn, 1 YOslst Blp into each st across until one st remains, YOslst in next st.

Info :

For sizes adult medium (adult large) only:

Row 16 (16) (increase row) :

Ch 4, turn, beginning with the second ch from hook YOslst Blp in each of the next 3 chs, YOslst Blp in each of the next 44 (48) sts. 47 (51) YOslst.

Row 17 (17) :

Ch 1, turn, 1 YOslst Blp into each st across.

Info :

For all sizes:

Row 10 (14, 14, 18, 18) (increase row) :

Ch 2, turn, beginning with the second ch from hook YOslst Blp in the next ch, YOslst Blp in each of the next 31 (37, 40, 47, 51) sts. 32 (38, 41, 48, 52) YOslst.

Rows 11-16 (15-18, 15-20, 19-22, 19-24) :

Ch 1, turn, 1 YOslst Blp into each st across.

Row 17 (19, 21, 23, 25) (begins decrease section) :

Ch 1, turn, YOslst Blp in each of the next 30 (36, 39, 46, 50) sts, YOslst2tog Blp. 31 (37, 40, 47, 51) YOslst.

Row 18 (20, 22, 24, 26) :

Ch 1, turn, 1 YOslst Blp into each st across.

Row 19 (21, 23, 25, 27) (decrease row) :

Ch 1, turn, YOslst Blp in each of the next 27 (33, 36, 43, 47) sts, YOslst2tog Blp twice. 29 (35, 38, 45, 49) YOslst.

Row 20 (22, 24, 26, 28) (decrease row) :

Ch 1, turn, YOslst2tog Blp, YOslst Blp in each of the next 27 (33, 36, 43, 47) sts. 28 (34, 37, 44, 48) YOslst.

Row 21 (23, 25, 27, 29) (decrease row) :

Ch 1, turn, YOslst Blp in each of the next 24 (30, 33, 40, 44) sts, YOslst2tog Blp twice. 26 (32, 35, 42, 46) YOslst.

Row 22 (24, 26, 28, 30) (decrease row) :

Ch 1, turn, YOslst2tog Blp, YOslst Blp in each of the next 24 (30, 33, 40, 44) sts. 25 (31, 34, 41, 45) YOslst.

Info :

For sizes toddler (child/adult small, adult medium, adult large) only:

Row 25 (27, 29, 31) (decrease row) :

Ch 1, turn, YOslst Blp in each of the next 27 (30, 37, 41) sts, YOslst2tog Blp twice. 29 (32, 39, 43) YOslst.

Row 26 (28, 30, 32) (decrease row) :

Ch 1, turn, YOslst2tog Blp, YOslst Blp in each of the next 27 (30, 37, 41) sts. 28 (31, 38, 42) YOslst.

Info :

For sizes adult medium (adult large) only:

Row 31 (33) (decrease row) :

Ch 1, turn, YOslst Blp in each of the next 34 (38) sts, YOslst2tog Blp twice. 36 (40) YOslst.

Row 32 (34) (decrease row) :

Ch 1, turn, YOslst2tog Blp, YOslst Blp in each of the next 34 (38) sts. 35 (39) YOslst.

Info :

For all sizes:

Row 23 (27, 29, 33, 35) (decrease row) :

Ch 1, turn, YOslst Blp in each of the next 23 (26, 29, 33, 37) sts, YOslst2tog Blp. 24 (27, 30, 34, 38) YOslst.

Row 24 (28, 30, 34, 36) (decrease row) :

Ch 1, turn, YOslst2tog Blp, YOslst Blp in each of the next 22 (25, 28, 32, 36) sts. 23 (26, 29, 33, 37) YOslst.

Rows 25-35 (29-41, 31-45, 35-51, 37-55) (section across forehead) :

Ch 1, turn, 1 YOslst Blp into each st across.

Row 36 (42, 46, 52, 56) (begins increase section) :

Ch 3, turn, beginning with the second ch from hook YOslst Blp in each of the next 2 chs, YOslst Blp in each of the next 23 (26, 29, 33, 37) sts. 25 (28, 31, 35, 39) YOslst.

Row 37 (43, 47, 53, 57) :

Ch 1, turn, 1 YOslst Blp into each st across until 1 st remains, YOslst in last st.

Row 38 (44, 48, 54, 58) (increase row) :

Ch 4, turn, beginning with the second ch from hook YOslst Blp in each of the next 3 chs, YOslst Blp in each of the next 25 (28, 31, 35, 39) sts. 28 (31, 34, 38, 42) YOslst.

Rows 39-52 (45-60, 49-66, 55-74, 59-80) :

Repeat Rows 7-20 (9-24, 9-26, 11-30, 11-32).

Row 53 (61, 67, 75, 81) (decrease row) :

Ch 1, turn, YOslst Blp in each of the next 26 (29, 32, 36, 40) sts, YOslst2tog Blp. 27 (30, 33, 37, 41) YOslst.

Row 54 (62, 68, 76, 82) (decrease row) :

Ch 1, turn, YOslst2tog Blp, YOslst Blp in each of the next 25 (28, 31, 35, 39) sts. 26 (29, 32, 36, 40) YOslst.

Rows 55-60 (63-68, 69-76, 77-84, 83-92) :

Ch 1, turn, 1 YOslst Blp into each st across.

Seaming row :

Turn as if to work another row, fold hat, matching ends, with foundation row directly behind last row worked. Working through both loops of row in front (working row) and front loops of row in back (foundation edge), sl st across. Do not fasten off. Turn so that seam is on the inside of hat.

— Edging :

Info :

Change to smaller hook (two sizes smaller than hook used for hat). With CC, ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), SC around edge of hat as follows: SC in each row-end across to earflap, SC along edge of earflap making one SC into each ridge and either 1, 2, OR 3 SC between ridges. If the edge seems constricted, use fewer stitches (or a larger hook), if the edge becomes stretched out or wavy, use fewer stitches (or a smaller hook). The goal here is make a tidy border of SC that does not stretch or constrict the edge. Continue making a border of SC, placing 1 SC in each row-end across the straight edges, and working second earflap same as the first. Slst into the first SC of edging round and fasten off. Continuing with smaller hook and CC, pull up loop in same st as join, YOslst in each st around, sl st to fasten off.

— Finishing :

Info :

Use a double-stranded length of MC to weave through each ridge along top edge of hat, and pull tight to close top of hat as much as possible. Turn Hat inside out and use yarn tails to sew remaining hole at top of hat closed. Weave in ends, turn RS out and block.

— PomPom :

Info :

Cut 1 piece of CC yarn to 16" [40.5 cm] and set aside. Cut 1 piece of CC yarn to 32" [81 cm] and set aside. Wrap CC yarn loosely around piece of 3.5" [9 cm] cardboard about 140-160 times. Before removing loops from cardboard, tie the 16" [40.5 cm] piece of yarn tightly around loops near center of cardboard. Fold the 32" [81 cm] piece of yarn in half, then holding the yarn doubled, tie the center of the opposite side of pompom in a tight knot. (Now there is a knot on each side of the cardboard). Carefully slide loops off cardboard and tie the doubled piece of yarn around the center of the loops, this time around both sides- make sure you tie a very tight knot. Use scissors to cut all of the loops of the pom-pom, being careful not to cut either of the two longer strands that were used to tie the pom-pom together. Fluff pom-pom, and trim ends of pom-pom into a 3.5" [9 cm] ball. Using yarn needle and long strands of yarn, attach pom-pom to top of hat. Weave in ends.

— Tie ends :

Info :

Cut 24 pieces of CC at 32" [81.5 cm]. Set 12 of these pieces aside for the second tie. Insert hook from WS to RS through earflap near tip, lay center of 12 strands of cut yarn over hook, and use hook to pull through earflap until a large enough loop forms to pull all 24 ends through. Divide strands into 3 equal sections (8 ends in each section) and braid until desired length. Tie in overhand knot and trim ends. Repeat for opposite tie end with remaining 12 strands of yarn.

Assembly Instructions

  • Seam the hat: fold hat matching the ends so the foundation row lies directly behind the last row worked, then working through both loops of the row in front and front loops of the foundation edge, slip stitch across; leave ends for final finishing and ensure seam is on the inside of the hat.
  • Edging: switch to smaller hook and with contrast color single crochet around the entire edge placing one SC in each row-end across straight edges and working along the earflap edge so one SC lands in each ridge with 1, 2, or 3 SC between ridges as desired for tension control.
  • Top finishing: weave a double-stranded length of main color yarn through each ridge along the top edge, pull tight to close the top of the hat, then turn hat inside out and sew the remaining hole closed using yarn tails; weave in ends and block.
  • Attach pompom: follow the pompom instructions using cardboard to form the pompom, secure tightly with the long strands, trim and fluff to a 3.5" [9 cm] ball, and sew to top of hat with yarn needle using the long strands; weave in ends.
  • Make tie ends: cut 24 pieces of contrast color yarn at 32" [81.5 cm], attach 12 strands at each earflap tip (pulling a loop through to secure), divide into three groups and braid to desired length, knot and trim ends, repeat for opposite side.

Important Notes

  • 💡Turning chains do not count as stitches; you should not work into turning chains on the following row to maintain correct stitch counts.
  • 💡Use removable stitch markers to mark the first and last stitch of each row when working turned rows to help maintain accurate stitch counts.
  • 💡Switch to a smaller hook (about two sizes smaller) for the edging to create a tidy, stable border that will not stretch or constrict the edge.
  • 💡When closing the top of the hat, weave the double-stranded main color through each ridge and pull gradually to maintain even shaping before sewing the final closure.

This Oak Grove Earflap Hat pattern is a versatile, sideways-worked design perfect for family gifting and everyday wear. 🧶 Customize colors and add a pompom or braided ties to make each hat uniquely yours. 🎨 Cozy, textured, and satisfying to stitch—happy crocheting! ✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

Finished hats measure approximately 16 (18.25, 20.25, 22.5, 24.5)" [40.5 (46.5, 51.5, 57, 62) cm] in circumference and about 6.5 (7.25, 8, 9, 10)" [16.5 (18.5, 20.5, 23, 25.5) cm] tall measured along the center back seam.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

You can use different yarn weights, but this will change the finished size and texture; if changing weight, select an appropriate hook and check gauge carefully to achieve the desired measurements.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and uses yarn-over slip stitch special techniques and shaping worked in turned rows, so basic crochet experience and familiarity with back loop work is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this hat in 2-4 hours depending on size, experience level, and whether you add finishing details like pompoms and braided ties.