Valentine Earflap Hat

"Crochet this earflap hat this Valentines for the toddler in your life. I just love ear flap hats. There is something about them that is so gosh darn cute – especially on the little ones! This year I decided I would make a Valentine’s Day-themed earflap hat. I’m pretty happy with how this turned out and really always enjoy using the Lion Brand Heartland yarn. This red is one of my new favorites!! Yarn: Lion Brand Heartland (100% Acrylic; 251 yards [230 meters]/142 grams): #124 Big Bend (MC) and #113 Redwood (CC) Hook: US size J/10 (6.0 mm) Notions: Tapestry needle"

Crochet HookJ/10 or 6 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet Gauge15 sts and 16 rows = 4” [10 cm] in sc

Finished SizeApproximately 14 (16) inch circumference to fit baby (toddler)