The Easiest Crochet Headband Pattern You’ll Ever Make

Perfect For Beginners

Want to make a super cute and cozy headband that’s perfect for keeping your hair out of your face?

This twist headband is the perfect project if you're a beginner because all you need to know is how to crochet a chain, half double crochet (hdc) and half double crochet in the back loop only (hdcblo)! 

This will create that wonderful ribbing effect on your headband. It's the same used to make cuffs for sleeves on sweaters or jackets. It's quite stretchy, so make sure to make your headband a little smaller than the head circumference to allow for negative ease.

I made this headband for my 8 year old daughter, so it's a little small. Use the headband sizing chart below for sizing reference.

This cute twist headband will make a lovely quick gift for your loved ones or if you want to make one for yourself, choose your favorite colors that match your clothes!

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Materials Needed

• Aran / Worsted weight yarn. I used Big Twist Rave 100% Premium Acrylic
• Crochet hook: 5 mm
• A tapestry needle
• A pair of scissors
• Measuring tape (optional)

Abbreviations Used in Pattern

• Ch = Chain
• hdc = half double crochet
• HdcBLO = half double crochet in back loop only
• st = stitch
• sts = stitches
• fo = fasten off

Skill Level

Beginner

Measurements/Size

Please refer to the headband sizing chart below for desired sizing. This headband I made for my 8-year old daughter measures 42 cm (16.5") in diameter.

Yardage

I used about 64 m for this project (70 yards)

Gauge

12 sts and 10 rows in hdc = 10 cm (4") with a 6 mm hook.

Notes

This headband pattern is beginner-friendly with step-by-step photo tutorials.

You can make the pattern larger or smaller by either: changing the yarn weight and/or hook size, adding or reducing the number of rounds. Below is a FREE headband sizing chart for you.

Head Circumference: Measure around the widest part of the head and subtract the desired amount of negative ease (1–2 inches).

Example Calculation:

• Head circumference: 22 inches
• Desired ease: 2 inches negative
• Headband length: 20 inches

- Numbers at the end of each row (in brackets) indicate the number of final stitches in that round. 

- Ch 1 at the beginning of a round does not count as a stitch.

- Please note that I use US crochet terms.

Beginner Headband Crochet Pattern (PDF Printable)

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Easy Headband Crochet Pattern Instructions

Row 1: Tie a slip knot on your hook. Ch 16 (15 + 1 turning chain).
Note: The last chain serves as the turning chain.

Row 2: Hdc into the 2nd ch from the hook and into each chain across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sts)

Rows 3–52: Hdc into the back loop only (hdcblo) of each stitch across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sts per row).

Note: Adjust the number of rows to match the desired length for the headband. The finished length should be about 1–2 inches (2.5–5 cm) smaller than the head circumference to account for negative ease.

Leave a long 10" tail after your last row to use for sewing the ends together.

Finishing – Creating the Twist

Align the Ends: Lay the headband flat and align the short ends.

Fold each short end in half widthwise so that both ends form a “U” shape.

Position the Ends: Slide the folded ends together:

• Place one folded end inside the other, ensuring all layers align.
• You should now have four layers overlapping each other.

Sew the Layers Together: Using a yarn needle and the long yarn tail:

• Sew through all four layers, stitching securely across the width of the headband.
• You can use a whipstitch or a running stitch—whatever feels comfortable.

Fasten Off: Leaving a 4" tail, cut your yarn and fasten off. Weave in your end securely.

Flip Right Side Out: Turn the headband right side out so the seam is hidden, and you can see the twist in the center.

And voila! You've got yourself a pretty headband! Who are you going to give it to? Let me know what you think in the comments below.

I hope you enjoyed this pattern! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

Happy hooking!

May

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