I know the weather is likely warming up wherever you are, but I think headbands (or earwarmers) are a great year-round project. Evenings and early mornings are generally still cool, so they’re perfect for a walk/run without getting too hot. They’re always a big seller at craft fairs/markets. And they’re quick gift makes.
The Blackbird Headband uses a simple but impactful crossed half double crochet stitch (or an X-stitch) to bring some texture and visual interest while still being easy enough to memorize and fast to work up.
Below you’ll find 1- sizes with corresponding yarn weights for each size in a chart. The chart includes both the head circumference and the finished headband size. The headband is intentionally smaller than the head circumference since it stretches; I recommend choosing your size by the head circumference.
I’ve given instructions for both a plain flat circle headband as well as a twisted knot finish.
Blackbird Headband, a free beginner friendly crochet earwarmer pattern
BRIEF INTRO
Recommended Yarn
Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn / 355 yards in 7 oz/198g, or similar worsted weight yarn
Hook Size
US I / 5.5mm
Finished Size
Available in 8 different sizes, in chart below
Gauge
13.5 stitches, 10 rows = 4″ (10cm) in single crochet
Stitches Used
- ch(s) – chain(s)
- chdc – crossed half double crochet*
- Fsc – foundation single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- sc – single crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
* chdc – crossed half double crochet stitch : skip a stitch and place a hdc in next stitch; crossing over the front of this stitch (in this case, the front is closest to you), hdc into the skipped stitch.
Twisted Knot Pattern
Instructions given for sizes as follows : (0-3 m, 3-6 m, 6-12 m, 1-3 y, Child, Sm, Med, Lg)
This piece is worked flat, turning after each row, and then seamed together.
Fsc (34, 36, 44, 50, 54, 60, 64, 68)
Row 1 – Ch 1, hdc in 1st st, chdc to last st, hdc in last st. (Wrong Side of work)
Row 2 – Ch 1, sc across. (Right Side of work)
For sizes 0-3 months through Child, complete 4 total repeats of Rows 1 & 2. (9 total rows).
For sizes Adult Small through Adult Large, complete 5 total repeats of Rows 1 & 2. (11 total rows).
Fasten off, leaving a 12-18″ long tail.
With Right Sides facing, bring the short ends together, fold each short end in half and sandwich them together, sew through all layers. Fasten off, weave in ends, turn inside out so seam is on the inside of the headband.
Flat Earwarmer Pattern
Instructions given for sizes as follows : (0-3 m, 3-6 m, 6-12 m, 1-3 y, Child, Sm, Med, Lg)
This piece is worked in the round, turning your work after each round.
Fsc (34, 36, 44, 50, 54, 60, 64, 68)
Row 1 – Ch 1, chdc around, sl st to 1st st to join. Turn work. (Wrong Side of work)
Row 2 – Ch 1, sc around. Turn work. (Right Side of work)
For sizes 0-3 months through Child, complete 4 total repeats of Rows 1 & 2. (9 total rows).
For sizes Adult Small through Adult Large, complete 5 total repeats of Rows 1 & 2. (11 total rows).
Fasten off, weave in ends.
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