Wide Headband

Wide Headband by Littlejohn's Yarn

Project Overview

This reversible crochet headband, also known as crochet ear warmers, is designed as an intermediate-level project using the camel stitch technique. The headband features a reversible construction, making it wearable from either side for versatile styling options.

What Is Being Made

A wide crochet headband designed to warm the ears and head. The reversible design means both the right side and wrong side are finished and attractive, allowing the crocheter to wear the headband according to preference or to match different outfits. This is a circular project worked in continuous rounds.

Crochet Techniques Used

The headband is constructed using fundamental crochet techniques combined with a specialty stitch. The project begins with a foundation chain that is joined into a circle using a slip stitch. The work then progresses in continuous rounds, building outward to create the width and structure of the ear warmer. The reversible quality is achieved through the camel stitch technique, which creates texture on both sides of the fabric.

Stitches Used

• Chain (Ch): Used to create the foundation of 75 chains and to begin each round
• Single Crochet (Sc): Applied in the first round to establish the base structure
• Slip Stitch (Sl st): Used to join rounds and secure the work
• Half Double Crochet (Hdc): Available stitch option for variations
• Camel Stitch (Cs): The specialty stitch that defines this project, worked into the loop on the wrong side to create the reversible effect. This stitch is worked for rounds 2 through 9, creating the main body of the headband

Materials and Tools

The headband is worked with Red Heart Super Saver yarn in worsted weight (#4), a durable and widely available yarn choice. A 5 mm crochet hook is used throughout the project. Additional materials include scissors for finishing and a yarn needle for weaving in ends.

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 3 rows equals 6 inches, which helps ensure the finished headband achieves the intended width and fit. The foundation chain of 75 stitches, when worked in the specified gauge, creates an appropriately sized headband for ear coverage.

Pattern Structure

The headband is worked in nine rounds total. Round 1 begins with a chain of 1 and single crochet stitches worked around, joined with a slip stitch. Rounds 2 through 9 feature the camel stitch worked continuously around and joined with slip stitches. The pattern is completed by fastening off and weaving in all ends for a finished appearance.

Difficulty Level

Rated as an intermediate project, this headband requires familiarity with basic crochet stitches and the ability to work in continuous rounds. The specialty camel stitch technique adds complexity beyond beginner patterns, making this suitable for crocheters with some experience who are ready to expand their stitch repertoire.