The Crochet Granny Triangle Bandana is a stylish and versatile accessory that adds a touch of charm to any outfit. With its classic granny stitch design and triangular shape, this bandana is perfect for both beginners and experienced crocheters alike. It’s an ideal project for using up leftover yarn and experimenting with color combinations.

Materials Needed:

  • Worsted weight yarn in your choice of colors
  • Crochet hook size appropriate for your yarn choice
  • Scissors
  • Yarn needle

Abbreviations:

  • ch: chain
  • dc: double crochet
  • tr: treble crochet
  • st: stitch
  • sp: space

Instructions:

Triangle:

  1. Start by making a magic ring (or ch 4 and join with a slip stitch to form a ring).
  2. Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc here and throughout), 2 dc into the ring, ch 2, 3 dc into the ring, ch 2 repeat * to * 2 more times, join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning ch 3. (3 dc clusters on each side)
  3. Round 2: Slip stitch into the next ch-2 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in the same ch-2 sp, ch 2, 3 dc in the same ch-2 sp, ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-2 sp, ch 2, 3 dc in the same ch-2 sp, ch 1 repeat * to * 2 more times, join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning ch 3. (3 dc clusters on each side, ch-1 spaces in between)
  4. Round 3: Slip stitch into the next ch-2 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in the same ch-2 sp, ch 2, 3 dc in the same ch-2 sp, ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp, ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-2 sp, ch 2, 3 dc in the same ch-2 sp, ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp, ch 1 repeat * to * 2 more times, join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning ch 3. (3 dc clusters on each side, ch-1 spaces in between)
  5. Continue increasing the same way in each subsequent round, adding a ch-1 space between the 3 dc clusters on each side, until your triangle is the desired size.

Edging:

  1. Ch 1, sc in the same st, sc in each st and ch-1 sp around the entire triangle, working 3 sc in each corner, join with a slip stitch to the first sc. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Ties:

  1. Cut 3 strands of yarn, each about 20 inches long.
  2. Fold the strands in half and attach to the two bottom corners of the triangle using a lark’s head knot.

Finishing:

  1. Block your bandana by gently wetting it and shaping it to the desired dimensions. Allow it to dry completely before wearing.

Now you have your very own Crochet Granny Triangle Bandana! This versatile accessory can be worn as a headband, a neckerchief, or even tied to your bag for an extra touch of style. Get creative with color choices and make several to match different outfits. Happy crocheting!