Flower Granny Square Crochet Bandana: The Free Adriene Pattern for Summer

To make this flower granny square crochet bandana, you crochet one full Adriene flower square and two half squares, sew them together into a triangle, then add a strap of single and half double crochet for the ties. It is a beginner friendly summer project that works up in an afternoon with about half a skein of cotton yarn. The full free pattern, including the stitch by stitch instructions and a video tutorial, is right here in this post.

This is one of those small makes that feels good the whole way through. Cotton in your hands, a flower opening up round by round, and at the end a pretty headscarf you will actually reach for on warm days. If you have been wanting a quick win that still looks special, this is it.

Let me walk you through everything, from the best yarn to the finishing touches.

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What You Will Make

The Adriene bandana is a triangle headscarf built from granny square flowers. You crochet:

• One full Adriene flower granny square
• Two half squares
• One strap worked straight across the top, which also forms the ties

Sew the three pieces into a triangle, add the strap, weave in your ends, and you are done. The flower sits front and center, which is what gives this bandana its sweet, slightly retro, boho summer look.

Finished size in the sample is about 13 inches across (without the straps) and 9 inches tall. You can size it up or down by adjusting your hook and yarn, which I will cover below.

Watch the Video Tutorial

If you are a visual learner, follow along with me stitch by stitch in the video below. I take you through the full square, the half squares, joining everything into a triangle, and adding the strap.

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The written pattern is right underneath, so you can read and watch together, whichever way helps you most.

Best Yarn for a Crochet Bandana

The right yarn makes a real difference in how your bandana feels and drapes. Here is what works best.

Cotton

Cotton is my top choice for a summer bandana. It is breathable, soft, and drapes beautifully on the head, and it is gentle on sensitive skin. Cotton comes in every color and weight you could want, so you can match it to your wardrobe.

Cotton Blend

A cotton blend gives you that same soft, breathable feel with a little more durability. Cotton linen blends are lovely for warm weather because they stay cool and lightweight.

Acrylic

If you want to wear your bandana in cooler weather, a good acrylic will keep you warmer while still being easy to care for.

How to Get the Adriene Bandana Pattern

You have two easy ways to make this bandana:

• Free pattern: Keep scrolling. The full written instructions are right here on this page.
• Ad free printable PDF: Prefer a clean, printable version you can keep beside you while you crochet? You can purchase the ad free PDF on Ravelry. It is formatted for printing, and buying it is a lovely way to support the blog. Thank you so much.

Finished Size and Fit

You want your bandana to sit comfortably on the head, not too tight and not too loose. Measure the head circumference of whoever will wear it before you start.

As a guide, a bandana typically finishes around 14 to 18 inches (35.5 to 45.7 cm) wide and 7 to 9 inches (17.8 to 22.9 cm) tall, not counting the ties. Ties can run anywhere from 12 to 20 inches (30.5 to 50.8 cm) long, which gives you room to adjust the fit.

This sample measures 13 inches long (without straps) and 9 inches tall.

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Materials

• Yarn Art Jeans Plus, 100g, 55% cotton 45% PAC, 160 m / 175 yards, color 83. For this sample I used half a skein.
• Hook: US Size H-8 (5 mm)
• Yarn needle, scissors, measuring tape

Substitution yarn: Any weight #4 cotton or blended cotton yarn. See multiple choices HERE.

Skill level: Beginner

Pattern designed by Sandra Stitches. This pattern is copyright protected. It is unlawful to distribute this pattern in any form, free, for sale, or trade.

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Sizes

• This sample is 13” in length(without straps)  and 9” height 

Stitch Key

• Ch = Chain
• Sc = Single Crochet
• St = Stitch
• Dc = Double Crochet
• Hdc = Half Double Crochet
• Sl st = Slip Stitch

Notes Before You Start

You can work this in one color or several. It is your bandana, so have fun with it.

The pattern is worked with one full square and two half squares.

Ch 3 at the beginning of a row does count as a stitch.

I used a blended cotton yarn. You can use any weight #4 yarn.

Instructions

Full Square – make one

Ch 8, join with a SI st to form a ring.

Round 1: Ch 1, 16 sc in ring, join with SI st to first sc. 

Round 2: Ch 7 (counts as dc, ch 4), skip next sc, *1 dc in next sc, ch 4, skip next sc, rep from * SI st in 3rd ch of the beg ch-7 (8 dc, 8 ch-4 sp).

Round 3: Ch 1, [1 sc, 1 hdc, 2 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc] in each ch-4 sp around (skip the dc st from prev round), Slst to ch 1 at beg (8 petals). 

Round 4:  Ch 8 (counts as dc, ch 5), *1 sc between 2 dc of next petal, ch 5, 1 sc between 2 dc of next petal, ch 5**, 1 dc between the next 2 sc, ch 5, rep from * twice, rep from * to ** once, join with SI st to 3rd ch of beg ch-8

Now we turn the round to a square

Round 5: Ch 3 (counts as dc), 1 dc in first st (in the same spot of the ch 3) (half corner made), *[4 dc in next ch-5 sp] 3 times, [2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc in next st(full corner made), rep from * 3 times more, ending last rep, [2 dc, ch 3] in beg ch-3 of previous round, join with a SI st to top of beg ch-3 (first corner complete), fasten off.

Half Square – make two

The half square is worked in rows not rounds Ch 8, join with a SI st to form a ring. 

Row 1: 9 sc in ring, turn. 

Row 2: Ch 7 (counts as dc, ch 4) sk next sc, 1 dc in next sc, ch 4, sk next sc, rep from 3 times, turn. 

Row 3: Ch 1, [1 sc, 1 hdc, 2 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc] in each ch-4 sp (4 petals), turn. 

Row 4: Ch 8 (counts as dc, ch 5) 1 sc between 2 dc of next petal, ch 5, 1 sc between 2 dc of next petal, ch 5, 1 dc between next 2 sc, rep from once, end last rep 1 dc in last sc, turn. 

Row 5: Ch 3 (counts as dc), 1 dc in first st, [4 dc in next ch-5 sp] 3 times, (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in next dc, rep between [ ] 3 times, 2 dc in 3rd ch of beg ch-5, fasten off

Construction  

Lay a full square and two halves to form a triangle right side facing down as in the image

Sew the full square to two halves using the yarn needle, joining the middle loops of each stitch. Weave in ends

Strap

Lay work facing right side up and wide side up

Row 1: Join yarn to right end and Ch 30, cut yarn, join yarn to the opposite side and ch 31,  sc 1 in 2nd ch from hook, sc 1 in next st and across to end of row, working through the triangle to the other side of the strap.

Row 2: Ch1, hdc 1 in 1st st from hook, hdc 1 in next  and across to the end of row.

Finishing

Cut yarn and weave in ends. Block your crochet bandana,

You can add tassels or fringe. You can add beads

Enjoy!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much yarn do I need for a crochet bandana?

Not much at all. This bandana uses about half a 100g skein of #4 weight cotton, which makes it a wonderful stash buster. One skein is plenty for one bandana with yarn to spare.

What is the best yarn for a summer crochet bandana?

Cotton or a cotton blend is best for summer. It is breathable, soft, drapes well, and is easy to wash. Save acrylic for a cooler weather version.

Is this crochet bandana good for beginners?

Yes. It uses only basic stitches: chain, single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet. If you can make a granny square, you can make this bandana. The video tutorial walks you through every step.

How do I make the bandana bigger or smaller?

Adjust your hook size and yarn weight. A larger hook and heavier yarn give you a bigger bandana, a smaller hook and lighter yarn give you a smaller one. You can also measure the head you are fitting and check against the finished size guide above before you sew everything together.

Can I wear this as a neck scarf instead of a headscarf?

Yes. The triangle shape works beautifully tied around the neck as a kerchief too. Just lengthen the ties if you want more to knot with.

Where can I get the printable version of the Adriene bandana pattern?

You can purchase the ad free, printable PDF on Ravelry. It is formatted for printing and is a lovely way to support the blog.