If you’re looking for a practical yet stylish crochet project, this crochet twisted earwarmer pattern is just the thing. With sizes ranging from baby to large adult and a step-by-step video tutorial for the women’s size, it’s perfect for gifts, craft fairs, or keeping your whole family cozy in style.
Why a Crochet Twisted Earwarmer is a Must-Have
Twisted earwarmers are a trendy, functional accessory. The unique twist adds a designer touch that elevates any winter outfit. With our slylish crochet headband pattern, you’ll be making an accessory that looks store-bought—without the price tag.
Why You’ll Love This Crochet Ear Warmer Pattern
- All Sizes Included –One pattern, multiple sizes: Baby, Toddler, Child, Teen, Adult Small, Adult Medium, and Large Adult.
- Beginner-Friendly – Simple stitches and clear instructions.
- Trendy & Functional – The twist detail makes it look high-end, while keeping ears warm in colder weather.
- Fast Project – Make one in under an hour !
- YouTube Video Tutorial – Follow along with a full demonstration of the women’s size earwarmer.
🧶 Materials Needed for the Twisted Crochet Earwarmer
- DK (3) yarn –
- 4.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
Recommended Yarn: Look for soft but structured yarns like Red Heart Detroit for great stitch definition.
📺 YouTube Tutorial (Women’s Size Only)
Not sure how the twist works? We’ve got you covered! The accompanying YouTube tutorial walks you through making the women’s size step-by-step. It’s perfect for visual learners and beginner crocheters.
👉https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gG9qHDZumVE
✨ Tips for Success
- Use a loose tension for a stretchy, comfortable fit.
- Make several in different colors—they sell great at craft fairs!
🎁 Pattern Use Ideas
- Holiday gifts
- Mommy & me sets
- Etsy shop listings
- Donations to shelters
With sizing for everyone from babies to large adults, you’ll want to make one for every head in your life!
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Headband Crochet Sizing Tips
There are a few important tips you can follow to make sure your headband fits and crochets up perfectly, so you make a great project every time!
1. Follow Gauge
The crocheted ear warmer is a great first project to try when you are beginning to learn how to work in the round. However, I would recommend using the correct gauge, or stitches per inch, for the proper fit. This is a critical step for this project. If this ear warmer is crocheted too loosely, it will be too big.
Additionally, if the ear warmer it is crocheted too tightly, it will be too small. You can learn more about gauge here, if you would like a refresher or are new to crochet.
#2. Measure, Measure, Measure
As for the width, that can be adjusted by adding or subtracting rows too, so you can get the perfect fit. For example, when you are crocheting a baby headband you will more than likely not want it to be 4 inches wide, so you could subtract rows until you get the width you prefer.
I recommend a width of 2 inches for a baby headband, and these should only be worn for photos and under proper supervision. If you follow these tips, you’ll on your way to making cute crochet baby headbands!
If you intend to make crochet headbands for adults or an adult size, you will need to measure the circumference of their head first, since the size can vary so much from person to person. This way, you will ensure the crochet headband size fits the person it is intended for.
#3. Use The Correct Yarn Weight
I also suggest using the suggested five bulky weight yarn to make this headband design. If you attempt to make this headband with different weight yarn, then it will turn out different regarding size and coziness.
Learn more about the yarn I used for this crochet headband project below.
NOTES ABOUT THE TWISTED CROCHET EARWARMER PATTERN
This headband is basically easy! It’s worked back and forth in rows to make a long strip across head. The advantage of crocheting your headband across the width is that you can try it on to get a really accurate length.
The best way to ensure a good fit is to measure the recipient’s head circumference with a tape measure. Measure exactly where the headband will go around the head. If you are making a gift, and can’t measure the recipient’s head, I prepared a rough guide to head sizes.
Make a foundation chain, the width you require for the headband size. The number of stitches will depend on what type of yarn you are using. I made this sample 4 inches (10cm) in width.
You can also easily adjust the sizing by working more or less chain stitches or more or less rows! To adjust the width, add more or less foundation chain stitches to row! To adjust the length, repeat rows 4-5 as many times as necessary to reach your desired length.
If a different weight brand of yarn or gauge isn’t followed, then the headband will not turn out the same size as written.
Written in standard US terms
Abbreviations:
yo: yarn over
ch(s): chain(s)
sc(s): single crochet(s)
dc(s): double crochet(s)
FPdc(s): front post double crochet
st(s): stitch(es)
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CROCHET STITCHES USED:
Single crochet (sc): insert your hook into designated stitch, YO and pull up a loop, YO and pull through two loops on the hook.
Double crochet (dc): YO, insert your hook into designated stitch, YO and pull up a loop, YO and pull through two loops, YO and pull through remaining two loops on the hook.
HOW TO MAKE the FRONT POST double CROCHET STITCH
Front Post Double Crochet (fpdc): instead of being worked into the top loops of a stitch like the double crochet, the fpdc is worked around the vertical “post” of the stitch.Yo, insert your hook from front to back to front around the post of the next stitch, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull thru 2 loops on your hook, yo, pull thru remaining two loops on your hook. 1 front post double crochet completed!
MATERIALS
- Detroit by Red Heart, DK. 100% Acrylic, 250 meters / 100 grams you can use any size #3 light weight yarn
- 4.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle (tapestry needle)
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
Gauge: 15 sc stsx 18 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)/4 inches (10 cm)
Pattern for Baby 15-16” (38-43 cm)
Start with a foundation chain of 11 chain stitches.
Row 1: dc in the third chain from the hook and in each chain across. (9 dc sts)
Row 2: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch and in each stitch across. (9 sc sts)
Row 3: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch, FPdc around the post of the next dc two rows bellow, [sc in the next stitch, FPdc around the post of the next dc two rows bellow]. Repeat from [ to ] across, sc in the last stitch. (4 FPdc sts, 5 sc sts)
Row 4: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch and in each stitch across. (9 sc sts)
Row 5: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch, FPdc around the next FPdc two rows bellow, [sc in the next stitch, FPdc around the next FPdc two rows bellow]. Repeat from [ to ] across, sc in the last stitch. (4 FPdc sts, 5 sc sts)
Repeat row 4 and 5 until your work reaches 15-16 inches (38-40 cm) long or until you reach the desired length.
Chain 1, fasten off. Cut the yarn leave a 10” long yarn tail.
Finishing
Lay the headband horizontally with the “right side” facing up. Fold the headband in half lengthwise, right sides together.
Hold every of the two short folded sides, one in every hand. Bring the two short, folded sides up to meet one another.
Insert one folded side into the other, overlapping the folded halves. See the photo below. Think of the two ends and two interlocking “C” shapes.
To Seam:
You should have 4 layers to stitch through. With a tapestry needle and the yarn tail, sew the edges together. The seam will be hidden inside the twist.
Flip the headband inside out so the right side is showing again to see your new headband creation.
Pattern for Toddler/16-18” (40-45 cm)
Start with a foundation chain of 13 chain stitches.
Row 1: dc in the third chain from the hook and in each chain across. (11 dc sts)
Row 2: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch and in each stitch across. (11 sc sts)
Row 3: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch, FPdc around the post of the next dc two rows bellow, [sc in the next stitch, FPdc around the post of the next dc two rows bellow]. Repeat from [ to ] across, sc in the last stitch. (5 FPdc sts, 6 sc sts)
Row 4: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch and in each stitch across. (11 sc sts)
Row 5: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch, FPdc around the next FPdc two rows bellow, [sc in the next stitch, FPdc around the next FPdc two rows bellow]. Repeat from [ to ] across, sc in the last stitch. ( 5 FPdc sts, 6 sc sts)
Repeat row 4 and 5 until your work reaches 16 – 18 inches (40 – 45 cm) long or until you reach the desired length.
Chain 1, fasten off. Cut the yarn leave a 10” long yarn tail.
Finishing
Lay the headband horizontally with the “right side” facing up. Fold the headband in half lengthwise, right sides together.
Hold every of the two short folded sides, one in every hand. Bring the two short, folded sides up to meet one another.
Insert one folded side into the other, overlapping the folded halves. See the photo below. Think of the two ends and two interlocking “C” shapes.
To Seam:
You should have 4 layers to stitch through. With a tapestry needle and the yarn tail, sew the edges together. The seam will be hidden inside the twist.
Flip the headband inside out so the right side is showing again to see your new headband creation.
Pattern for Child Size 19-20” (48-50 cm)
Start with a foundation chain of 15 chain stitches.
Row 1: dc in the third chain from the hook and in each chain across. (13 dc sts)
Row 2: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch and in each stitch across. (13 sc sts)
Row 3: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch, FPdc around the post of the next dc two rows bellow, [sc in the next stitch, FPdc around the post of the next dc two rows bellow]. Repeat from [ to ] across, sc in the last stitch. (6 FPdc sts, 7 sc sts)
Row 4: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch and in each stitch across. (13 sc sts)
Row 5: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch, FPdc around the next FPdc two rows bellow, [sc in the next stitch, FPdc around the next FPdc two rows bellow]. Repeat from [ to ] across, sc in the last stitch. ( 6 FPdc sts, 7 sc sts)
Repeat row 4 and 5 until your work reaches 19 – 20 inches (48-50 cm) long or until you reach the desired length.
Chain 1, fasten off. Cut the yarn leave a 10” long yarn tail.
Finishing
Lay the headband horizontally with the “right side” facing up. Fold the headband in half lengthwise, right sides together.
Hold every of the two short folded sides, one in every hand. Bring the two short, folded sides up to meet one another.
Insert one folded side into the other, overlapping the folded halves. See the photo below. Think of the two ends and two interlocking “C” shapes.
To Seam:
You should have 4 layers to stitch through. With a tapestry needle and the yarn tail, sew the edges together. The seam will be hidden inside the twist.
Flip the headband inside out so the right side is showing again to see your new headband creation.
Pattern for Teen 21” (52.5 cm)
Start with a foundation chain of 17 chain stitches.
Row 1: dc in the third chain from the hook and in each chain across. (15 dc sts)
Row 2: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch and in each stitch across. (15 sc sts)
Row 3: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch, FPdc around the post of the next dc two rows bellow, [sc in the next stitch, FPdc around the post of the next dc two rows bellow]. Repeat from [ to ] across, sc in the last stitch. (7 FPdc sts, 8 sc sts)
Row 4: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch and in each stitch across. (15 sc sts)
Row 5: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch, FPdc around the next FPdc two rows bellow, [sc in the next stitch, FPdc around the next FPdc two rows bellow]. Repeat from [ to ] across, sc in the last stitch. ( 7 FPdc sts, 8 sc sts)
Repeat row 4 and 5 until your work reaches 21 inches (52.5 cm) long or until you reach the desired length.
Chain 1, fasten off. Cut the yarn leave a 10” long yarn tail.
Finishing
Lay the headband horizontally with the “right side” facing up. Fold the headband in half lengthwise, right sides together.
Hold every of the two short folded sides, one in every hand. Bring the two short, folded sides up to meet one another.
Insert one folded side into the other, overlapping the folded halves. See the photo below. Think of the two ends and two interlocking “C” shapes.
To Seam:
You should have 4 layers to stitch through. With a tapestry needle and the yarn tail, sew the edges together. The seam will be hidden inside the twist.
Flip the headband inside out so the right side is showing again to see your new headband creation.
Pattern for Adult Size M /22 (55cm) circ. and 4.5” (11 cm) tall
Start with a foundation chain of 19 chain stitches.
Row 1: dc in the third chain from the hook and in each chain across. (17 dc sts)
Row 2: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch and in each stitch across. (17 sc sts)
Row 3: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch, FPdc around the post of the next dc two rows bellow, [sc in the next stitch, FPdc around the post of the next dc two rows bellow]. Repeat from [ to ] across, sc in the last stitch. (8 FPdc sts, 9 sc sts)
Row 4: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch and in each stitch across. (17 sc sts)
Row 5: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch, FPdc around the next FPdc two rows bellow, [sc in the next stitch, FPdc around the next FPdc two rows bellow]. Repeat from [ to ] across, sc in the last stitch. (8 FPdc sts, 9 sc sts)
Repeat row 4 and 5 until your work reaches 22 inches (55 cm) long or until you reach the desired length.
Chain 1, fasten off. Cut the yarn leave a 10” long yarn tail.
Finishing
Lay the headband horizontally with the “right side” facing up. Fold the headband in half lengthwise, right sides together.
Hold every of the two short folded sides, one in every hand. Bring the two
short, folded sides up to meet one another.
Insert one folded side into the other, overlapping the folded halves. See the photo below. Think of the two ends and two interlocking “C” shapes.
To Seam:
You should have 4 layers to stitch through. With a tapestry needle and the yarn tail, sew the edges together. The seam will be hidden inside the twist.
Flip the headband inside out so the right side is showing again to see your new headband creation.
Pattern for Large Adult 23-24” (58-61cm)
Start with a foundation chain of 19 chain stitches.
Row 1: dc in the third chain from the hook and in each chain across. (17 dc sts)
Row 2: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch and in each stitch across. (17 sc sts)
Row 3: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch, FPdc around the post of the next dc two rows bellow, [sc in the next stitch, FPdc around the post of the next dc two rows bellow]. Repeat from [ to ] across, sc in the last stitch. (8 FPdc sts, 9 sc sts)
Row 4: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch and in each stitch across. (17 sc sts)
Row 5: chain 1 and turn. Sc in the first stitch, FPdc around the next FPdc two rows bellow, [sc in the next stitch, FPdc around the next FPdc two rows bellow]. Repeat from [ to ] across, sc in the last stitch. ( 8 FPdc sts, 9 sc sts)
Repeat row 4 and 5 until your work reaches 23 – 24 inches (57.5 – 60 cm) long or until you reach the desired length.
Chain 1, fasten off. Cut the yarn leave a 10” long yarn tail.
Finishing
Lay the headband horizontally with the “right side” facing up. Fold the headband in half lengthwise, right sides together.
Hold every of the two short folded sides, one in every hand. Bring the two short, folded sides up to meet one another.
Insert one folded side into the other, overlapping the folded halves. See the photo below. Think of the two ends and two interlocking “C” shapes.
To Seam:
You should have 4 layers to stitch through. With a tapestry needle and the yarn tail, sew the edges together. The seam will be hidden inside the twist.
Flip the headband inside out so the right side is showing again to see your new headband creation.
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