Four Cozy Earflap Hat Patterns for Knitters & Crocheters

Posted by Danielle | Jan 10, 2023 | Crochet Hacks, Knit Hacks | 0 |

Some of these earflap hats are inspired by traditional Andean chullo hats – a form of knitted headwear worn in the high Andes for centuries, often featuring brightly colored stranded patterns and ear flaps. The knit and crochet patterns below draw inspiration from these beautiful traditions.

Four Chullo-Inspired Hat Patterns For Knitters & Crocheters

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Knit Peruvian Earflap Hat Pattern from Fiddlestyx Studios

Crochet Snow Day Hat Pattern by Marken of The Hat and I

Check out Etsy for more chullo-inspired hat patterns.

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