So you have a baby shower, birthday party or gift-exchange in an hour? No problem. You still have time to make this crochet headband before then so you can waltz into the party like your life is just one big, thoughtful DIY-fest.
Seriously, this crochet headband (aka ear warmer) pattern is a quickie. It’s got last-minute DIY gift written all over it.
Although my daughters rock hats like nobody’s business, neither have been big headband wearers. But we do live in Colorado, so naturally, it seems appropriate to periodically dress them like they’re billionaires from Aspen. (I’d obviously be insufficiently preparing them for their future husbands presidencies if I didn’t teach them how to play the part.)
After I finished crocheting this headband, I looked at it and thought, “Man, I’d wear this.” And no, not as the calf-garter-belt it would be in the six month size, but I’d wear a full-fledged adult version of this thing. So, I’m providing instructions for newborn – adult sizes, in case you too want to match your baby billionaires.
This crochet pattern is a bit unusual because I’m not giving you exact stitch counts. Since a snug-fitting headband is pretty dependent on the wearer’s head circumference, I’m providing instructions to customize the pattern based on the head size. If you can’t get a head measurement because the headband is a gift or the recipient isn’t born yet, I put this headband sizing chart together as a guideline.
Please note that you should still follow the pattern instructions to chain a bit shorter than the wearer’s head circumference. When you do that, you should end up with a headband in the recommended headband size.
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Aspen Socialite Crochet Headband Materials
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• DK or worsted weight yarn (I used some 8-year-old stash yarn that I bought in Half Moon Bay on a whimsical pre-children weekend getaway. I’d guess it’s about a DK weight, but the label was lost about 9 moves ago.) Lion Brand Babysoft would work well.
• crochet hook to achieve gauge on yarn label (I used an F/5)
• wooden button
• needle and thread
Abbreviations
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
blsc – back loop single crochet
Notes: Lay your chain out flat, but not stretched to measure it. Once you start crocheting, the chain will tighten up a bit, resulting in a slightly smaller headband circumference.
Newborn:
Maintaining a 8″ tail at your slipknot, ch enough stitches so that your chain measures .25″ shorter than the head circumference, join, ch 1
Round 1: sc around, join with a sl st into the first sc of round, ch 1
Round 2-10: blsc around, join with a sl st into the first sc of round, ch 1
Fasten off, keeping a 8″ tail.
3-6 Months:
Maintaining a 8″ tail at your slipknot, ch enough stitches so that your chain measures .5″ shorter than the head circumference, join, ch 1
Round 1: sc around, join with a sl st into the first sc of round, ch 1
Round 2-11: blsc around, join with a sl st into the first sc of round, ch 1
Fasten off, keeping a 8″ tail.
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Bonnie says
My seam in the back is not running straight up and down. What am I doing wrong?
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
That’s actaully totally normal when you’re joining rounds like this. I placed my button over the seam to make it less noticeable. 🙂
Bonnie says
I’m confused as to how long to make the starting chain. Do I just chain till it measures the length I want that’s listed under “headband size” in your chart? Then join? Thanks for any help! I’m wanting to make an adult one,, and a toddler one and don’t know the exact head circumference of either person.
Courtney says
I am having alot of trouble with my foundation chain (for an adult size) twisting on me. I have torn out my first row of sc about 5 times, started a whole new chain and it’s still twisting on me. Any advice?
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Yeah, chains can be a bit of a pain in the neck! One thing you could try is a foundation single crochet row which basically combines the ch and the first row of sc. (And most importantly, creates a first row that isn’t curly! 🙂 Just google a few video tutorials. It took me watch a few different people explain it before it clicked with me.
Then, you’d just sl st to join the foundation row and move round 2 (doing blsc).
Hope that helps!
Jess
Esperanza says
Hello, i would like to say i love this pattern. I used a j hook 6 mm. Strechy going out but the main row of chains is verry tight is that suupose to happen? I read thru your comments didnt see any thing similiar. I will try to go up a size, as of the yarn i am sure its worsted weight i thru the label so i cant reference back.
If you can respond soon.
Thank you
Esperanza says
Also theres no turn over once done with a row. Just continue working in rounds?
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Yup, rounds it is!
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Hey Esperanza,
Sounds like the yarn you’re using might be slightly heavier than I used. I would do what you said and try a larger hook. If you find that the overall headband it too loose for your head, just decrease your total number of chains at the beginning. Hope that helps!
Jess
Felicia says
Hi I love this pattern but I’m a little confused cause I’m new to crochet and struggle a little with reading patterns still. My question is when you blsc and you get to the end do you sl st into the back loops only or in both loops? My daughter really wants me to make this for her gymnastics teacher. Thanks so much.
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
That’s a fantastic question. I went through both loops to sl st because just going through one can make things get a little loosey goosey and stretch out.
Kaye says
I just went to visit my 9-month old granddaughter and had time on the train to make her a headband from your pattern. I crocheted a flower in place of the button because that’s all I had at the time. The headband turned out so cute! Thank you for sharing your pattern!
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
How resourceful of you, Kaye! And you arrived with a handmade gift! I’m so glad you enjoyed the pattern. 🙂
debby says
I cant always have my computer in front o me Is there a way to print this pattern?
Ana says
Hi, I love the headband 🙂 just wondering if when finishing a row and slip stitching, do you do the slip stitch in the chain one from the previous round? Had to frog it all twice and just wondering what I am doing wrong. Thank you!
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
That’s a great question. You join with a sl st into the first sc of round. I just updated the pattern to be clearer. Thanks for asking for clarification. I’m sure your question will help others!
Ana says
Thank you Jess! I always get confused with the chains! I have been counting them as a stitch and slip stitching there, oops! Have made around 10 ear warmers so far, thank you so much for your pattern! I just had to get used to the sizes 🙂
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Yay! I’m so glad it’s been helpful. And WOW–10 headbands?!? You are amazing!
beth lee says
very easy to follow. hey did you know that your pictures of baby wearing headband is also on a ebay site selling headbands from china
beth lee says
i now see someone has informed you
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Yes, thanks so much for letting me know though. For some reason, that pic in particular has been stolen so often! If you happen to see it on FB or Instagram, will you flag it as inappropriate so at least maybe they have to revise the ad?
Thanks for looking out for me. I appreciate you!
Jess
Seberina Thrush says
Just wanted to let you know that there is a Facebook page using your photos. I Love MAMA
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Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
Thanks so much for letting me know. Booo for theft like this! I believe it’s someone I’ve already contacted, so I will have to try again. If you’d like to comment on it that it’s a stolen image, perhaps the person who is using it might get embarrassed and take it down?
Thanks for looking out for Make and Do Crew. 🙂
marilisa says
para mim fica dificil entender este ponto,estou procurando para presentear familia , ;naõ vender ,tem um video youtube para assistir ?,sem mais muito obrigada !”
Sue groen says
Thank u so much for this headband instruction which I have been looking for. I always have to make my hats etc. because my head circumference is smaller than (one size fits most). Thanks again!
Jess @ Make and Do Crew says
I understand that problem because my head is bigger than most! So happy you found the pattern useful. 🙂