Lomond Ear Warmer

Lomond Ear Warmer Crochet Pattern

What is Being Made

The Lomond Ear Warmer is a quick and fashionable crochet headband designed by Gillian Docherty of Loopy Handmade. This ear warmer is suitable for both women and teen girls, making it an ideal gift for keeping ears warm and cosy during winter months. The finished piece is a textured fabric headband worked in a single, repeating stitch throughout.

Craft and Technique

This is a beginner-friendly crochet pattern that uses the linen stitch throughout the entire design. The linen stitch is a simple, easy-to-learn technique that creates a beautiful textured fabric with excellent drape and visual interest. This stitch is ideal for beginners as it requires only basic crochet knowledge and produces professional-looking results quickly. The pattern is described as very easy to use, making it perfect for those new to crochet who want to create a wearable, fashionable accessory.

Stitches Used

• Linen stitch (primary stitch used throughout the entire pattern)
• Single crochet (referenced for tension and gauge measurement)

Materials and Tools

Yarn: The pattern calls for any #5 bulky, chunky weight yarn suitable for a 6.5mm hook. The sample was created using Big Knit Twist yarn (made in Italy) in shade 5968, with a fibre content of 41% wool, 27% acrylic, 16% polyamide, and 16% fibre metal. Total yardage required is 97 yards (89 metres).

Hook and Tools: A USA size K-10.5 or metric 6.5mm crochet hook is required. Additional tools needed include scissors and a darning needle for finishing.

Gauge and Finished Size

The tension is worked in single crochet at 6 stitches and 7 rows per 5cm x 5cm (2 inches x 2 inches). This gauge information helps ensure your finished ear warmer matches the intended dimensions and drape of the original design.