Free Summer Crochet Headband Pattern for Women

Whether you’re a vintage-loving gal or boho queen, this versatile summer crochet headband will let you skip a shampoo and look gorgeous doing it. Get the free pattern below or purchase the ad-free, printable PDF here.

This free summer crochet headband pattern is part of a collaboration with Lion Brand. This post contains affiliate links.

Got some beach waves that are looking a bit disorganized? Or just need a way to make that messy bun look a little more intentional? This simple summer crochet headband pattern has you (and all your hair!) covered.

Crochet Headbands For Babies

Can you believe this is the first crochet headband for women that I've ever made? I tend to wear a lot of scarves in my hair, so I'm not sure why I never translated this cool boho-meets-vintage vibe into crochet. I have made a few crochet headbands for babies though and you can get those free patterns by clicking on the names right below these photos.

Flower Headband (newborn-adult) // Aspen Socialite Headband (newborn-toddler)

A Summer Crochet Headband You Can Whip Up Fast

So many of us makers spend time on projects that are (sometimes painstakingly!) crafted over the course of weeks or months. Well, this summer crochet headband is not going to be one of those projects! I personally just need something I can start and finish in one day once in a while and this the the perfect quick gratification crochet accessory.

Related: 30+ Free Crochet Top Patterns for Summer

Vintage Headband or Boho Headband--You Decide

When I set out to make this, I wanted something that could be worn around the crown of your head in a more vintage style, but that could also be pulled toward your forehead for a bohemian style. You can wear this headband either way you choose! (And if you're a free spirited bohemian, or at least you dress like one, you can find all my free boho crochet patterns here.)

Related: 35+ Easy Chunky Beanies to Crochet

A New Perfectly Delicate Cotton Yarn

I've been a big fan of Lion Brand's Jeans yarn since they released it last year. It's extremely soft and drapy and it's what I used in the Stonewash Shrug and Navajo Blanket Shrug. So I was really excited when Lion Brand released a new version of Jeans that is 100% cotton! The colors are just as authentic as the original version, but because this is cotton, it has an almost matte, desaturated look that feels sophisticated and timeless. I'm sure you'll be seeing more free patterns made with it around here because I love it! You can check out more of the beautiful cotton colors here.

For this free pattern, the LB Collection Cotton Jeans and a fairly small hook combine for a summer crochet headband without a lot of stretch that looks decidedly "un-winter-y."

Related: 27+ Free Crochet Hats and Beanies for Adults

Summer Crochet Headband for Women 
Free Pattern

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Explanation:
Whether you’re a vintage-loving gal or boho queen, this versatile wrap headband will let you skip a shampoo and look gorgeous doing it. Made with simple chains, single crochet and double crochet, you can whip quick project up this afternoon and wear it out tonight. 

Supplies:
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• Lion Brand LB Collection Cotton Jeans (Weight: 3/light -  218 yds, 3.5 oz)
- Sunbleached (#407-105) – 1 skein [(approx. 50 g]
• Tapestry needle
• Size G (4.25 mm) crochet hook

Sizes and Measurements:
One size to fit average woman’s head

Approximate circumference: 21.5” without being stretched

Gauge:
12 stitches x 12 rows worked in single crochet = 2"

Abbreviations and Glossary (US Terms):
ch – chain
ch1sp - chain one space
dc – double crochet
dc2tog – double crochet two together
dc3tog – double crochet three together
sp – space
tch – turning chain 
st(s) – stitch(es)
rep – repeat 

Overall Pattern Notes:
• Headband is worked in one piece from one tapered point to opposite tapered point.

• Stitches are intentionally tight. If you crochet loosely, try a smaller hook size.

HEADBAND

First Point:
Foundation Row: Ch 2.

Row 1: 3 sc in second ch from hook; turn. (3)

Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in last sc; turn. (5) 

Row 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in last sc; turn. (7)

Row 4: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in last sc; turn. (9) 

Row 5: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc in last sc; turn. (11)

Rows 6-16: Ch 1, sc in each sc; turn. (11)

Row 17: Ch 1, sc2tog twice over next 4 sc, sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog twice over last 4 sc; turn. (7)

Rows 18-32: Ch 1, sc in each sc; turn. (7)

Main Headband:
Row 33: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in last sc; turn. (9)

Row 34: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc in last sc; turn. (11)

Rows 35-39: Ch 1, sc in each sc; turn. (12)

Row 40: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in each of next 9 sc, 2 sc in last sc; turn. (13)

Rows 41: Ch 1, sc in each sc; turn. (13) 

Row 42: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in each of next 11 sc, 2 sc in last sc; turn. (15)

Row 43: Ch 1, sc in each sc; turn. (15)

Row 44: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in each of next 13 sc, 2 sc in last sc; turn. (17)

Row 45: Ch 1, sc in each sc; turn. (17)

Row 46: Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc and 1 ch1sp here and throughout), sk 2 sc, dc in next sc, *ch 1, sk next sc, dc in next sc; rep from * to end of row; turn. (9 dc and 8 ch1sps) 

Row 47: Ch 1, sc in each dc and ch1sp; turn. (17)

Rows 48-49: Ch 1, sc in each sc; turn. (17)

Rep Rows 46-49 fourteen more times.

Rep Row 46 once more. There should now be 16 total rows of ch1sp “windows.”

Decreasing At End of Main Headband:
Row 1: Ch 1, sc in each sc; turn. (17)

Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog over next 2 sc, sc in each of next 13 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc; turn. (15)

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each sc; turn. (15)

Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog over next 2 sc, sc in each of next 11 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc; turn. (13)

Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each sc; turn. (13)

Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog over next 2 sc, sc in each of next 9 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc; turn. (11)

Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each sc; turn. (11)

Row 8: Ch 1, sc2tog over next 2 sc, sc in each of next 7 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc; turn. (9)

Row 9: Ch 1, sc in each sc; turn. (9)

Row 10: Ch 1, sc2tog over next 2 sc, sc in each of next 5 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc; turn. (7)

Rows 11-25: Ch 1, sc in each sc; turn. (7)

Second Point:
Row 26: Ch 1, 2 sc in each of next 2 sc, sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in each of last 2 sc; turn. (11)

Row 27-37: Ch 1, sc in each sc; turn. (11) 

Row 38: Ch 1, sc2tog over next 2 sc, sc in each of next 7 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc; turn. (9)

Row 39: Ch 1, sc2tog over next 2 sc, sc in each of next 5 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc; turn. (7)

Row 40: Ch 1, sc2tog over next 2 sc, sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc; turn. (5)

Row 41: Ch 1, sc2tog over next 2 sc, sc in next sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc; turn. (3)

Row 42: Ch 1, sc3tog over next 3 sc. (1)

Cut yarn leaving a 10” tail and pull through last loop on hook to fasten off.

Tie headband using a square knot taking care not to twist. Use tapestry needle and tails from initial chain and fastening off to tack points down to headband if desired. (Keep in mind that headband will stretch a bit once on your head, so sew points accordingly if desired.)

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