Twisted Crochet Headband Pattern With Deidra Faux Cables

When it comes to crochet accessories, I love nothing more than whipping up a quick headband as a gift! They take hardly any time at all, are great for all ages and are perfect for using up that yarn stash.

There’s one more thing that crocheting a headband is great for…..learning new stitches!

That’s why I’m thrilled to introduce the Deidra Headband. It’s part of a collection of short row crochet patterns using this short row technique that looks super tricky but is in fact easy to master.

This ear warmer is the one to crochet first – it’s just a rectangle that we twist and seam in the middle to create the headband!

In this post you’ll find everything you need to know how to crochet a twisted headband, including materials, stitches, a detailed video tutorial and free written pattern for blog subscribers.

Free Pattern for Crochet Headband

Here are the shades names I have used:

A: Biscotti, B: Flamingo, C: Porcelain, D: Aqua, E: Peach, F: Duck Egg, G: Harvest, H: Seafoam

Yarn Quantities

Sizes: Newborn (baby, Toddler, Child, Teen/Small Adult, Medium/Large Adult)

To make your twisted crochet headband, you will need approx. 65 (82, 105, 125, 135, 150) m, 70 (90, 115, 135, 145, 165) yds of yarn.

This is 1 ball of the recommended yarn.

Yarn Substitutions

You can use any yarn that you like bearing in mind that you need to make sure you meet the gauge. Some other great options are:

• Twill Fingering, 100% Fine Superwash Wool, 366yds/335m/100g
• Stroll Fingering, 75% Fine Superwash Merino Wool, 25% Nylon, 231yds/211m/50g
• Winter Glow, 51% Wool, 49% Acrylic, 381yds/350m/100g

Check our handy yarn weight chart and guide to find out more about yarn weights and categories.

Crochet Hook and Notions

Skill Level

Intermediate

Crochet Twisted Headband Construction

• The headband is made from the bottom up in flat rows.
• We work a number of plain stitches at the beginning and end of each row to shape for the Centre Twist.
• When the desired height is reached, the two ends are twisted and sewn in place to create the Centre Twist.
• You can adjust the circumference and height of your ear warmer by working more/less stitches and more/less rows.
• You can also adjust the weight of yarn you use and work to the measurements of the schematic.

Size

Newborn (Baby, Toddler, Child, Teen/Small, Medium/Large) 

Circumference: 12 (14, 16.5, 17.5, 19.5, 20.5) inches

Height: 2.25 (3.25, 3.25, 3.25, 4.25, 4.25) inches

Gauge

How to Crochet a Gauge Swatch

Making a crochet gauge swatch is particularly important when crocheting projects (and even more so for garments) to ensure that it ends up the desired size. It will help you practice your stitches and make sure your drape is perfect too.

Adjust your hook size to get your swatch as close to the gauge measurements as you can.

Glossary and Abbreviations

beg – beginning

blo – back loop only

ch(s) – chain(s)

ch-sp(s) – chain space(s)

rep – repeat

RS – right side

sp – space

st(s) – stitch(es)

WS – wrong side

Yoh – yarn over hook

Yo slst – yarn over slip stitch

Stitches

The pattern is written in standard US terms and uses the following crochet stitches:

ss – slip stitch

hdc – half double crochet (UK htr – half treble crochet)

Special Stitches

3rd loop

Extra loop created on hdc or Exhdc from the yarn over. When working in rows this will be the first loop you come to when looking at the stitch.

Yo slst – Yarn over slip stitch

Yoh, insert your hook, yoh and pull through stitch and all loops on the hook.

hdc2tog – half double crochet 2 together

Yoh, insert your hook, yoh and pull through stitch, yoh, insert your hook into next stitch, yoh and pull through stitch, yoh and pull through all loops on the hook.

• The pattern is worked in flat turned rows.
• Turn the work at the end of each row.
• A ch1 at the beginning of a row does not count as a stitch.
• Read through the entire pattern before beginning.
• Before you start, go through the pattern and highlight/mark the stitch and row counts that correspond to the size you are making (this will make your life much easier!).
• Make sure that you are familiar with all of the stitches in the abbreviations list before you begin.
• Stitch counts are given in [ ] at the end of each row. If no stitch count is given, then the count is the same as the previous row.
• The count number referring to each size is laid out as follows: Newborn (Baby, Toddler, Child, Teen/Small, Medium/Large)

Making Your Crochet Ear Warmer Perfect For You

If you would like to adjust the circumference of your ear warmer then add or subtract any multiple of 6 stitches from your Foundation Chain. When working the pattern keep your Centre Twist stitches as per the pattern as 6 either end and adjust the rest according to the number of stitches you choose to work.

If you would like to adjust the height of your ear warmer you can work as many or as few repeats of Rows 2-5 as you like before joining the Centre Twist at the end.

Cable Crochet Headband Pattern

There are a few options for you to access and enjoy this crochet pattern:

Crochet Pattern Free for Blog Subscribers to View

US Terminology

Row 3: ch1, hdc in blo of next 6 sts, *hdc in 3rd loop only of next, yo slst in 3rd loop of next 5; rep from * to last 6 sts, hdc2tog in side of first faux cable and blo of next st, hdc in blo of ext 5 sts, turn.

Row 4: ch1, hdc in blo of each st across, turn.

Row 5: ch1, yo slst in each st across, turn.

Rows 2-5 create the Faux Cable Set Pattern.

Repeat the Faux Cable Set Pattern to achieve the desired height of headband. Here are some suggestions for each size:

Newborn Size Only

Rows 6-9: Repeat the Faux Cable Set Pattern

Baby, Toddler, Child Sizes Only

Rows 6-13: Repeat the Faux Cable Set Pattern

Teen/Small, Medium/Large Sizes Only

Rows 6-17: Repeat the Faux Cable Set Pattern

Centre Twist Join

At the end of the final row break your yarn leaving enough to seam with. Hold each short end of the headband positioning one end at the halfway point of the other. Wrap each short end around to create an S shape to seam together.

Seam all four layers of the folded ends together. Weave in ends once complete. For a visual demonstration, please refer to the accompanying video tutorial.

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Copyright Notice

The Deidra Headband Crochet Pattern and its contents are fully owned and copyrighted by HanJan Crochet Ltd., and all rights are reserved.

This pattern is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws and may not be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written consent of the author (Hannah Cross of HanJan Crochet Ltd). 

Unauthorised distribution or reproduction of this pattern or elements of the instructions is strictly prohibited. The free to view crochet pattern is intended for personal viewing only. By accessing this pattern, you acknowledge and agree to comply with these copyright terms and conditions.

Pattern Support

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I look forward to seeing your finished crochet projects, especially this easy crochet pattern, so please share them with me in the HanJan Crochet Facebook group or on Instagram and tag #hanjancrochet.

Join HanJan and Share Your Crochet!

It’s an honour to be able to create and share my free crochet patterns with you. I’d love to stay connected and send you regular discount codes and free patterns! Please sign up for my subscriber list to get a free gift right now! 

I look forward to seeing your finished crochet projects, especially this easy crochet pattern, so please share them with me in the HanJan Crochet Facebook group or on Instagram and tag #hanjancrochet.

More Crochet Headband Patterns You Might Enjoy

If you’ve enjoyed making this crochet twisted headband pattern, then why not try a few more? Here’s are 4 other designs that you might like:

• Summer crochet headband – lacy, delicate and oh so versatile
• Cable crochet headband pattern – a different style of crochet cables
• Free crochet headband pattern – with a modern and textured herringbone crochet moss stitch
• Easy crochet ear warmer pattern – warm, stylish and ideal for beginners

Congratulations on crocheting your very own crochet twisted headband! 🌟 Now that you’ve crafted this fun project, why stop here? Dive into my other crochet hats and beanies, each waiting to be transformed into your next crochet masterpiece.

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