We all need a colorful crochet headband pattern to brighten up our day!
This happy crochet twisted headband is going to be the one for you today.
You can make this beauty in an hour’s work using rainbow colors and textured stitches.
Let’s do it!
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How many chains do you need for a crochet headband?
This headband pattern is worked flat in rows so you have to follow the instructions for an average woman size, but for general knowledge
Typically, a standard adult headband requires about 60 to 70 chains. However, this can vary based on the thickness of your yarn and the tension of your stitches
To customize your crochet headband, measure the circumference of the head where the headband will sit. Create a chain that matches this measurement, ensuring it has some stretch. For example, if your head measures 22 inches, chain enough stitches to reach this length. Remember to account for the give in the fabric; you don’t want it too tight or too loose.
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Difficulty
Materials
- Any weight #4 Worsted / Aran yarn I used 33gr
- Hook: US Size H-8 (5 mm)
- Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape
Gauge
- 12 st X 9 rows
Sizes
- This sample is: 21” in circumference X 4” in width
Stitch Key
- Ch = Chain
- St = Stitch
- Sc = Single Crochet
- Dc = Double Crochet
- Yo = Yarn over
Specialty Stitches
FpDc = Front post double crochet st (Yo, insert your hook from front to back to front around the post of the next stitch, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull thru 2 loops on your hook, yo, pull thru remaining two loops on your hook).
Notes
- This pattern is written in US terminology
- The pattern is worked in rows
- Ch 1 at the beginning of the row does not count as a stitch
- Ch2 does count as st at the beginning of each row
- If changing colors make sure to have a changing technique and weave your ends in. Watch this video
Instructions
Chain 16+3
Row 1: Dc 1 in 4th ch from hook, dc 1 in next and across to end of row, turn (16)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc 1 in 1st st from hook and across to end of row, turn (16)
Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as st), *[FpDc 1 in next st, dc 1 in next st]* repeat from *to* to end of row, turn (16)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc 1 in 1st st from hook and across to end of row, turn (16)
Row 5-32: Repeat rows 3+4
Leave a long tail before securing the yarn and cutting
Finishing
Fold two sides of the rectangle as shown in the image, the wrong side out.
Sew all parts together.
Secure, cut your yarn, and weave in the ends.
Switch sides of the headband- right side out!
Enjoy!
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