Crochet Tip: Bug Antennae

I just wanted to share my method for crocheting antennae for Bumblebee or Ladybug Hats.
The antennae are firm, but can also be shaped with your fingers for a curved effect.

You can use this method on hats, amigurumi, or any project where you need the antennae to stand up.
(Note: I am not providing a hat pattern with this tutorial.)

You will need WW yarn, I hook, and scissors.

Holding 2 strands of yarn and leaving 4-5" starting tail, ch 6.  Slip stitch into 2nd ch from hook, and in each ch to end. *Make sure you're working your slip stitch under the top loop and the back bump.  Fasten off, leaving 4-5" tail.  Use your starting and ending tails to tie antenna snugly between the stitches of your hat.  In my photo above, they were placed between rounds 3 and 4.  You can just trim the ends, or weave them in, if you prefer.

That's it!  Happy crocheting!