Knitted Ear Muff

Knitted earmuffs are not just practical for keeping your ears warm but also add a charming touch to your outfit! The soft yarn and cozy design create a snug fit that feels like a warm hug for your ears. Plus, the variety of colors and patterns make it easy to find a pair that matches your style effortlessly. So, next time you step out into the chilly weather, don't forget to grab your knitted earmuffs for a cute and cozy accessory that will keep you feeling toasty all day long!

SIZE

One

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Diameter: Approx. 4 inches

MATERIALS

[MC] Brown Sheep Lamb's Pride Worsted [85% wool, 15% mohair; 190yds/171m per 4 oz. skein]; color: #23 Fuchsia, #23; 1 skein

[CC] Bits of unspun wool fleece, or one small batt (see photo at right for size reference)

1 pair US 8/5mm straight needles

1 US H8/5 mm crochet hook

Tapestry needle

GAUGE

18 sts/24 rows = 4" in stockinette stitch

PATTERN NOTES

How to Knit with Fleece

Separate bits of wool that are about 3 inches long and one half in. wide (estimating is fine).

Insert right needle into stitch as if to knit, and then place the bit of fleece on the needle as if it were the yarn. Then, wrap the yarn over it and pull both the yarn and the fleece through the stitch as if to knit.

When finishing, make sure each Outside Ear piece has approximately the same amount of fleece. Adjust any differences by trimming the wool ends.

DIRECTIONS

Earmuff Lining (Make 2)

CO 8 sts.

Row 1 [WS]: P all sts.

Row 2 [RS]: K1, m1, k to last st, m1, k1.

Work these 2 rows 4 times more. 18 sts.

Cont in stockinette st for 9 rows.

Next Row [RS]: K1, ssk, k to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1.

Next row [WS]: P all sts.

Work these 2 rows 4 times more. 8 sts rem.

BO all sts.

Earmuff (Make 2)

Work as for Earmuff Lining, adding pieces of fleece as indicated in chart.

Crocheted Cords

Work three chains, each approx. 16 inches long.

FINISHING

Sew each Earmuff together with one Earmuff Lining, using mattress stitch for the sides of each piece and grafting for the tops and bottoms of each piece. Be sure the loose, fluffy ends of all pieces of raw fleece are contained inside the resulting small pillows.

Attach one crochet chain to bottom of each Earmuff, using the yarn tail at the ends of the chains to sew securely. Weave in rem tails.

Using rem crochet chain and tapestry needle, thread entire crochet chain through top of each Earmuff, making a loop (see photos for reference). On the back of one Ear piece, tie yarn tails together securely and weave in ends. This chain can be adjusted in length to accommodate larger or smaller heads.