This simple textured crochet headband ear warmer is perfect for keeping your ears warm in winter or fall. It is an easy beginner project because it is small and quick to make using single crochet, half double crochet and double crochet stitches.
When the weather turns cool, nothing beats a handmade accessory that’s both warm and beautiful.
This crochet headband ear warmer is the perfect project for fall and winter. It’s soft, stretchy, and wide enough to keep your ears warm while still looking stylish.
The design uses the Suzette stitch, a simple combination of single crochet and double crochet worked into the same stitch. This creates a thick, textured fabric that’s cozy without being too bulky.
If you’re new to crochet, this stitch is easy to learn and works up quickly.
One of the best things about this project is how fast it is. You can make a headband in about 60 minutes, making it great for last-minute gifts or for building a cozy set of ear warmers in different colors.
This pattern is also a fun way to practice new stitches while ending up with something useful.
This headband makes a wonderful gift for loved ones. Think Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, or Christmas - handmade presents are always extra special.
Whether you keep it for yourself or give it away, this project is quick and fun to make.
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Things To Note:
- This crochet headband uses the Suzzette stitch which gives a lovely textured look.
- Takes a little over 60 minutes to make – making it perfect for last minute gifts.
- We used 100% acrylic yarn with a recommended 4mm hook with about 14 wraps per inch – however you could use other yarn types with a similar weight.
- This crochet headband ear warmer is about 19 inches in circumference and suitable for a head circumference of 21 inches (woman’s size). However, it can easily be adjusted to fit other sizes – see below.
Size Adjustments
To adjust the size of this pattern, measure the head circumference and deduct 2 inches (5cm) for the size of the crochet headband. Or use the measurements below:
| Head Size (inches) | Band Size (inches) | Band Height (inches) | Head Size (cm) | Band Size (cm) | Band Height (cm) | |
| Baby (0 - 12 months) | 14 | 12 | 2 - 2.75 | 35 | 30 | 5 - 7 |
| Toddler (1-3 years) | 16 | 14 | 2.75 - 3.5 | 41 | 35 | 7 - 9 |
| Child (4-12 years) | 18 | 16 | 3.5 - 4.25 | 46 | 41 | 9 - 11 |
| Woman | 21 | 19 | 4 - 4.75 | 53 | 46 | 10 - 12 |
| Man | 23 | 21 | 4.25 - 5 | 58 | 53 | 11 - 13 |
Then crochet a foundation chain that is divisible by 3 to the length of your desired measurement and then add 2 extra stitches.
Materials
Yarn
#3 light (dk, light worsted, 8ply) yarn with about 14 wraps per inch (WPI)*
- Color of choice - 87 yards (80 meters)
*Wraps per inch (WPI) - measures yarn thickness by counting how many times the yarn wraps around a ruler in one inch. More wraps thinner yarn, while fewer wraps thicker yarn.
Hook Size
- 4mm
- 5mm
Notions
- Scissors
- Yarn Needle
Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms
- BL – back loop – see below
- Ch – chain stitch
- Dc – double crochet
- FL – front loop – see below
- Hdc – half double crochet
- Rpt – repeat
- Sc – single crochet
- Sk – skip
- St/sts – stitch/stitches
- [ ] – at the end of a row indicates the number of stitches in that row
Special Stitches
- How identify a front and back loop - To find the front loop of a crochet stitch, look for the loop closest to you on top of the stitch. The back loop is the loop furthest from you, located at the back of the stitch.
Finished Size
19 inches (48cm) long x 4 inches (10cm) wide before joining.
Gauge
4x4 inches (10x10cm) square = 15 rows of pattern and 6 repeats of (2dc, 1sc) stitches.
Variations
- Classic Neutrals - Gray, cream, or black for everyday wear.
- Bold Colors - Bright shades for a fun, modern look.
- Holiday Themes - Red or green for Christmas, pink for Valentine’s Day.
- Striped Design - Use leftover yarn to make colorful stripes.
- Button Detail - Add a button, flower or bow for decoration.
- Matching Set - Crochet matching mittens or a scarf for a full gift set.
Instructions For
Foundation, 5 mm hk – ch80
Row 1, 4mm hk, crochet in back bump of foundation chain- 1sc in 2nd ch from hk, 1sc in each st, turn. [79sc]
Row 2 – Ch1 (not a st), BL-hdc in same st as ch-1, BL-hdc in each st to end, turn. [79hdc]
Row 3-13, (11 rows) – ch2 (count as dc), (1dc, 1sc) in same sp as ch-2, * sk 2-sts, (2dc, 1sc) in next st, rpt from* to the last 2-sts, sk 1-sts, 1dc in last st, turn.
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Row 14 – ch2, 1hdc in each st to end, turn. [79hdc]
Row 15 – ch1, FL-sc in each st to end, ch1, cut yarn, leave a long tail for sewing, fasten off.
Finishing
- Thread the yarn tail onto a needle, then sew down the two short sides to join together.
- Secure the seam by knotting the start and end yarn tails – do not cut yarn tails.
- Pleat the seam you just made, then secure in place by pushing the yarn needle through all layers from bottom to top several times – pulling it tight each time, return sewing yarn back down to the starting yarn tail, knot the two ends, weave in each yarn tail, and trim away the excess.
Expert Tips
- Use a 5mm hook for the foundation chain, to give a looser edge that will stretch with the rest of the pattern.
- When working the first row make the stitches in the back bumps of the foundation chain, this will ensure that this starting edge will look similar to the edge of the last row
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