Crochet Deer Ears: Easy Beginner DIY Tutorial

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Materials Needed
3. Inner Ear Piece
   • Chain Stitch
   • Slip Stitch
   • Slip Stitch in Each Chain
4. Outer Ear Piece
   • Chain Stitch
   • Slip Stitch
   • Half Double Crochet
   • Double Crochet
   • Triple Crochet
5. Joining the Inner and Outer Ear Pieces
   • Single Crocheting Both Pieces Together
   • Securing Loose Ends
6. Finishing Touches
   • Fastening Off
   • Pinching the Bottom
   • Sewing the Ear Onto the Bonnet
7. Conclusion

How to Crochet Cute Dual-Tone Ears

Crocheting is a wonderful craft that allows you to create beautiful and unique pieces. In this tutorial, I will guide you through the process of crocheting cute little dual-tone ears. These ears can be used to make adorable deer ears or any other animal ears you desire. The technique involves making an inner ear piece and an outer ear piece, and then joining them together to create a 3D shape.

Materials Needed

Before getting started, gather the following materials:

• Medium-weight yarn in two different colors (one for the inner ear and one for the outer ear)
• 6mm crochet hook
• Pair of scissors

Now that you have all the necessary materials, let's begin!

Inner Ear Piece

To start, we will begin by making the inner ear portion. You will use the lighter color yarn for this step.

1. Chain Stitch: Begin by chaining 11 stitches.
2. Slip Stitch: Insert your hook into the second chain from the hook and pull through to create a slip stitch. Continue making slip stitches in each of the chains across, totaling 10 slip stitches.
3. Slip Stitch in Each Chain: After reaching the end of the chain, turn your work and start working on the opposite side. Insert a slip stitch in each of the next 10 stitches. This completes one half of the ear.

Outer Ear Piece

Next, we will make the outer ear piece. You will use the darker color yarn for this step.

1. Chain Stitch: Turn your piece and work along the other end. Make a slip stitch in the first stitch, followed by a single crochet in the second stitch.
2. Half Double Crochet: In the third and fourth stitches, make a half double crochet.
3. Double Crochet: In the fifth and sixth stitches, make double crochets.
4. Triple Crochet: In the next two stitches, make triple crochets.
5. Double Crochet: In the following stitch, make a double crochet.
6. Half Double Crochet: In the last stitch, make a half double crochet. This completes the outer ear piece.

Joining the Inner and Outer Ear Pieces

Now that both the inner and outer ear pieces are complete, it's time to join them together.

1. Single Crocheting Both Pieces Together: Place the wrong sides of the ear pieces together, ensuring the right sides are facing out. Insert your hook into one stitch in the outer ear piece, then go into the same stitch in the inner ear piece. Make a single crochet, going through both layers.
2. Securing Loose Ends: If desired, you can secure the loose ends by tying them together and hiding them inside the ear piece. This will ensure a clean finish.

Finishing Touches

To give the ear a nice 3D shape, follow these final steps:

1. Fastening Off: After single crocheting all the way around the ear, fasten off with a long tail.
2. Pinching the Bottom: Pinch the bottom part of the ear slightly to create a rounded shape.
3. Sewing the Ear Onto the Bonnet: Sew the ear onto your desired project, such as a bonnet or hat, ensuring the 3D shape is maintained.

With these steps, you can create adorable dual-tone ears for your crochet projects. Let your creativity soar and experiment with different colors and animal ear shapes. Happy crocheting!

Conclusion

Crocheting ears adds a charming touch to any project, and with these simple steps, you can easily create them. Whether you're making a bonnet, a hat, or a stuffed animal, these cute dual-tone ears are sure to elevate your creations. Have fun exploring different color combinations and enjoy the process of crocheting these adorable ears.