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20 Free Crochet Headbands and Ear Warmer Patterns

Simply Classic Cable Ear Warmer from Itchin’ For Some Stitchin’

This beautiful free pattern features a clever crocheted cable stitch. It has instructions for making ten different sizes, suiting head circumferences from 12″ up to 24″.

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 10 to 20 yards of yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a sewing needle, scissors, and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: the cable pattern uses front and back post double and treble crochets.

Crochet Candied Ginger Ear Warmer from Left in Knots

A free crochet ear warmer pattern featuring a lovely textured v-stitch. The finished pattern measures 19″ ( 48 cm)in length and 5″ (12.5 cm) in width.

YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Scarfie from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: you will need about 55 yards of yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: one button, a yarn needle, and scissors.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: the double crochet v-stitch and the double crochet spiked v-stitch.

Dream Weaver Ear Warmer Crochet Pattern from Blessed and a Mess

This free pattern is designed around the Celtic Weave stitch with front and back post treble crochet.

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) and 6 mm (J-10) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: a yarn needle and scissors.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: foundation double crochet, the Celtic Weave Stitch.

Sugar Maple Headband from Kirsten Holloway Designs

The Sugar Maple Headband is an easy crochet headband with a button closure. The finished headband is 3¼” (8.25 cm) wide, and the length is up to you.

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Heartland from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: you’ll need about 50-75 yards of yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 1″ (2.5 cm) wooden button, scissors, a yarn needle, and a measuring tape.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: you’ll be working into the 3rd loop, and you will also be doing the small puff crochet stitch.

The Crossed Pair Headband from Crafting for Weeks

This free pattern tutorial will teach you how to crochet a sailor’s knot headband. The written pattern includes instructions for ten sizes, from newborn to large adult, and four different widths.

YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: anywhere from 30 to 100 yards of yarn, depending on size.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape, tapestry needle, and scissors.

Equinox Headband from Tick-Tock Hobbies

The graduated colour changes in the yarn used are a standout in this simple crochet pattern.

YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Wool-Ease Tonal from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 1/6 th of a skein.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: yarn needle and tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: the foundation single crochet stitch.

Retro Vintage Inspired Crochet Headband from Tales of Butterflies

This free crochet pattern is worked in a fingering weight yarn and has a lovely drape and delicate, detailed look to the stitch pattern. The finished headband measures approximately 20″ in circumference and is 6½” wide; the size is adjustable.

YARN WEIGHT: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.25 mm (G) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a small darning needle, sewing thread, sewing needle, scissors, a leather hole punch, and a 3″ x 1″ piece of leather (or similar).
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: foundation single crochet stitch.

Crochet Bobble Headband – Free Crochet Pattern from Nana’s Crafty Home

This crochet headband pattern works up quickly in super bulky yarn and big bobbles. The finished headband is 4″ wide and was designed to fit an adult with a circumference of 20″.

SIZE: YARN WEIGHT: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn, e.g., Hometown from Lion Brand.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 10 mm (N/P-15) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a 2¾” (70 mm) wooden ring, measuring tape, stitch markers, scissors, and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: bobble stitch.

Crochet Coffee Bean Ear Warmer from Left in Knots

The Crochet Coffee Bean Ear Warmer pattern uses the puffy bean stitch to create its beautiful textured pattern. It measures 19″ ( 48 cm) in length and 4″ (10 cm) in width.

YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Scarfie from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: you will need about 65 yards of yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: one ¾” button, a yarn needle, and scissors.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: the crochet bean stitch.

Malia Twisted Earwarmer from Yarn + Chai

This free crochet ear warmer pattern uses the Large Bean Stitch in its textured design. It’s approximately 20″ long and 3¾” wide (51cm x 9.5 cm).

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Rustic Romantic from Yarn Bee.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 100 yards.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: you will be working in the 3rd loop only in parts of this pattern; and the large bean stitch.

A Modern Twist on a Crochet Headband Pattern from Sweet Everly B

Warm, cozy, and perfect for bad hair days, this free crochet pattern comes in two sizes. The kid’s size 4-8 years fits a head size of 19″-21″, and the adult size fits a head size of 21″-23″.

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one 3½ oz skein (100 g).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: foundation half double crochet

Cara Earwarmer from Knot Bad Britt

This free crochet ear warmer pattern has a delicate-looking stitch pattern. It is worked flat and then sewn together to create the twist. The free written crochet pattern includes instructions for one size, and you can buy a PDF version with an additional six sizes.

YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 115 yards (105 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a darning needle and scissors.

Twist of Teal Crochet Headband from DROPS Design

Instructions are for sizes S/M for an approximate head circumference of 21¼”-22″ (54-56 cm), M/L head circumference of 22″- 22¾” (56-58 cm), and L/XL 22¾”- 23½” (58-60 cm). The pattern has a width of about 5″ (13 cm) and features relief stitches and cable.

YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., DROPS Merino Extra Fine from Garnstudio.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 100 g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: the pattern is worked from a chart and features relief stitches and cable.

Classic Tunisian Twist Ear Warmer from One Dog Woof

This free crochet ear warmer pattern is perfect for beginners to Tunisian crochet. The pattern does not include specific instructions for different sizes; instead, it teaches you how to customize the pattern to any size you want to make.

YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 175-200 yards.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tape measure, scissors, and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: the Tunisian Knit Stitch.

Crochet Hygge Arrows Headband – Free Pattern from Raffamusa Designs

Learn how to crochet the Wrapped Arrow Stitch with this free crochet pattern. The pattern includes links to a step-by-step written tutorial and a video tutorial for this stitch. There are instructions for five sizes: toddler, child, small adult, medium adult, and large adult.

SIZE: YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 62-105 yards, depending on size.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: the Wrapped Arrow Stitch.

Hope Earwarmer from Yarn + Chai

The Hope Earwarmer is an easy, free crochet pattern; it includes written instructions and a video tutorial. The pattern is in sizes toddler (17″ x 3½”), child (18″ x 4″), teen (20″ x 4½”), and adult (21″ x 4½”).

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: you will need approximately 80 yards of yarn to make the toddler size, 95 yards for the child size, 115 yards for the teen, and 120 yards for the adult.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a button and a needle that will fit through it.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: you will be working in the 3rd loop only in parts of this pattern.

Amina Earwarmer from yarnTh3ory

The adult-size version of this gorgeous design is free; it includes a written pattern and a video tutorial. The pattern can also be purchased and includes six sizes, from newborn to adult. The finished ear warmer in the adult size has a 22″ circumference and 5½” width. The finished ear warmer in the adult size has a 22″ circumference and 5½” width.

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Herringbone Single Crochet. You will be crocheting with two strands of yarn held together in this pattern.

Harley Herringbone Crochet Head Warmer from Lakeside Loops

Simple, modern, and stylish: the Harley Herringbone Head Warmer is a beginner-friendly, free pattern. If you’ve never crocheted the herringbone stitch this pattern is perfect. It includes a video tutorial that will teach you and guide you through the written pattern. There are instructions for four sizes, baby (6-12 months), toddler (1-3 years), child (3-10 years), and adult (20″ circumference and 5″ width).

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Wool-Ease from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: you will need approximately 106 yards of yarn for the baby size, 137 yards for the toddler size, 176 yards for the child, and 185 yards for the adult.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.25 mm (G) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a darning needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: herringbone single crochet.

Harvest Twist Ear Warmer from MJ’s Off The Hook Designs

This free crochet pattern is accompanied by a full YouTube tutorial that will guide you through it step-by-step. The completed pattern makes an ear warmer that fits head sizes 18½”, 20½”, or 22″ (toddler, child, and adult).

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Wander from Furls.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one 100g skein; you’ll need 60, 90, or 108 yards depending on the size you are making.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a tapestry needle, and a faux leather tag
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: herringbone single crochet, reverse herringbone single crochet, and reverse single crochet.

Mainstream Ear Warmer Crochet Pattern from Crochet it Creations

The Mainstream Ear Warmer pattern includes a written pattern ( link above) and instructions for making eight different sizes – from newborn to adult. A chainless crochet foundation row creates a neat and professional look.

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., I Love This Yarn from Hobby Lobby.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 100 yards or less.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a tapestry needle, and a tag or button (optional).
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: foundation half double crochet; front and back post half double crochets.