The Easiest Crochet Twisted Ear Warmer Pattern for Beginners

No Fuss, Just Fun

Looking for an easy ear warmer crochet pattern for beginners? I made this super cute and cozy twist ear warmer for my daughter when she decided to grow out her bangs. This ear warmer keeps her hair out of her face and makes her feel warm and stylish at school!

This quick and beginner-friendly project is perfect for making thoughtful gifts or creating one for yourself in your favorite colors to match your winter wardrobe!

If you're new to crochet, this project is a breeze. All you need to know are the basics: 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 ear warmer, just like the cuffs on sweater sleeves, giving the ear warmer plenty of stretch and a snug fit.

Make sure to size your ear warmer slightly smaller than the head circumference for a comfortable fit with negative ease. I made this one for my 8-year-old daughter, so it’s sized for a child, but you can use the sizing chart below to adjust for any age or size.

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Materials Needed

• Aran / Worsted weight yarn. I used Big Twist Rave 100% Premium Acrylic
• Crochet hook: 6 mm
• A tapestry needle
• A pair of scissors
• Measuring tape (if person you're making this ear warmer for is not available)
• Ear Warmer Sizing Chart (available for Free Download below)

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 ear warmer sizing chart below for desired sizing. This ear warmer I made for my 8-year old daughter measures 42 cm (16.5").

Yardage

I used about 54 m for this project (59 yards)

Gauge

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

Notes

This ear warmer 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 chains. Below is a FREE ear warmer 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
• Ear Warmer/Headband length: 20 inches

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

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

- Please note that I use US crochet terms.

Easy Ear Warmer Crochet Pattern Instructions

Tie a slip knot on your hook. Ch 50 + 1. (The last chain serves as the turning chain).

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

Row 1: Hdc into the 2nd ch from your hook and into each chain st across. Ch 1, turn. (50 sts)

Rows 2-9: Hdc into the back loop only (hdcblo) of each stitch across. Ch 1, turn. (50 sts per row). Note: To crochet into the back loops only, insert your hook between the front and back loops of the "v"s of your hdc stitches.

Check the width of your ear warmer. If you'd like it to be wider, then add another row or two.

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 ear warmer 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 ear warmer.
• 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 ear warmer right side out so the seam is hidden, and the twist appears in the center.

And voila! You've got yourself a pretty ear warmer! Who are you going to give it to? Let me know 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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