This is another variation on my “Ridiculously Easy Beanie” pattern. Please see that pattern for gague information. Please note that one skein of Red Heart will get you a couple hats, and throwing the hat in the washing machine a few times is a great way to soften it up.

Please note that you will need to see the Ridiculously Easy Beanie Pattern to make the hat BEFORE you add the earflaps. Don’t worry, that pattern is free as well.

This is an excellent project for beginners!!

For a tutorial on how to make the stencil and paint the hat, please click on this link:
http://operainjeans.wordpress.com/2011/03/25/painted-earlap-stencil-tutorial/