Materials Needed:

  • Worsted weight yarn in your desired color
  • Crochet hook (size H/5mm recommended)
  • Scissors
  • Yarn needle

Abbreviations:

  • ch: chain
  • sc: single crochet
  • hdc: half double crochet
  • dc: double crochet
  • sl st: slip stitch

Instructions:

Step 1: Begin by making a slip knot and chaining enough stitches to fit comfortably around your head. Make sure to leave a little extra length for overlapping when joining.

Step 2: Join the last chain to the first with a slip stitch to form a ring. Be careful not to twist the chain.

Step 3: Row 1: Chain 1 (does not count as a stitch here and throughout), and work 1 sc into each chain around the ring. Join with a slip stitch to the first sc.

Step 4: Row 2: Chain 2 (counts as the first hdc here and throughout), hdc in the same stitch, skip 1 stitch, 2 hdc in the next stitch. Repeat – around. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-2.

Step 5: Row 3: Chain 1, sc in the same stitch and in each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch to the first sc.

Step 6: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 alternatively until the headband reaches your desired width. End with Row 3.

Step 7: Fasten off your yarn and weave in any loose ends using a yarn needle.

Step 8: To finish the headband, overlap the two ends slightly and sew them together using your yarn needle and a length of yarn.

Congratulations, you’ve completed your crochet headband!

Feel free to customize this pattern by using different stitches, colors, or adding embellishments like buttons, flowers, or bows. Adjust the number of initial chains to fit your head size comfortably. This is a basic pattern, so don’t hesitate to get creative and make it your own!

Remember, practice makes perfect, so don’t be discouraged if your first headband doesn’t turn out exactly as you envisioned. Enjoy the process of crocheting and creating something beautiful!