Li'l Monkey Baby Hat and Matching Afghan

From <em>Stitch 'N Bitch Crochet:&nbsp; The Happy Hooker</em>:<br /> <br /> Influenced by toys from my childhood, I developed a love of sock monkeys over the years and began creating them for my little niece and nephews.&nbsp; When my hands turned to crocheting, it was only natural that I'd want to make something that resembled a sock monkey.&nbsp; Once I had it figured out, I started putting this li'l sock monkey face on everything from hats, ponchos, and scarves to bags, sweaters, jeans and T-shirts--and now onto this baby hat and afghan set.&nbsp; It's so easy to do--if you know a few basic crochet stitches and can make granny squares, you can crochet this!&nbsp; Made in gender neutral colors of red, natural and sock monkey tan, the hat can be finished off with a straight edging for a masculine look or with a scalloped edging for a softer, more feminine feel.&nbsp; And an added bonus for all the busy mommies--the yarns are 100% acrylic, so just wash 'n go.&nbsp; Everybody could use a sock monkey in their life--especially your li'l one!<br /> <br /> Note on gauge:&nbsp; First round of hat = 1.5 inches in diameter; 8 sts - 4 inches.&nbsp; First rnd of afghan square = 2 inches in diameter; square = 6.25 x 6.25 inches Additional supplies: Yarn needle Pattern requires 3 colors of Bernat Softee Chunky as follows: 2 skeins of Color A; 1 skein each of Colors B and C. Pattern requires 2 skeins of 1 color of Bernat Denim Style.