Sorry, I couldn’t help myself on the name choice, but yes, you can make these ears, knit as part of the main hat. I’ve long wanted to make a simple-to-knit hat with ears. It took me years but I am finally happy with the results. So QUICK to knit in a soft, bulky wool. The ears are easy, not fussy, no short rows but still a professional look. One evening session and you are done! Ears can be “pinched” with a single sewing stitch or left flat. Ears can be lengthened as well. All simple to do. Facial features are OPTIONAL. See last page for photos without embroidery.

Vikkel Braid at beginning of hat can be replaced with 2 rounds of simple rib. Instructions included.

Four sizes: Infant, Child, Adult & Large Adult.
Materials:
65 ( 73, 80, 85 ) yd / 59 ( 68, 73, 78 ) m Yarn of Choice that gives gauge.
Yarns used in photos:
Lana Grossa Alta Moda Super Baby (pink)
Rowan Big Wool (navy blue)

US size 11 / 8 m 16 or 24 inch circular needles (smaller length is better for smaller sizes)
Sharp darning needle
2 Stitch holders

Gauge: 12 sts x 17 rows = 4 in / 10 cm
Finished Height - measured from brim to center top of hat:
( 5, 7, 7.5, 7.5 ) in / ( 13, 18, 19.5, 19.5 ) cm

Finished Circumference: ( 14, 16, 18, 20 ) in / ( 35.5, 40.5, 46, 51 ) cm