Ribby Headband

Every winter I wish I had more squishy soft and warm ear warmers that actually covered my ears. Last winter, we got so much snow that I went through almost every hat because we were snow blowing so much. This year I will be prepared with this new, ribby thick headband. It is a great size for teens and adults, plus there is a children’s size too.

Giftstravaganza Blog Hop

This crochet pattern was designed for the Giftstravaganza Blog Hop hosted Underground Crafter. I think it makes a great gift for several people on your list and craft fairs too.

This crochet along is the perfect chance to whip up gifts with a new pattern each day. Visit the Giftstravaganza page for all the details and the schedule!

Ribby Headband Crochet Pattern

This crochet pattern is available for free below.
A downloadable file of this pattern is available to purchase from my Ravelry Shop: Click here.

Tips for all sizes

• This project is worked in the round.
• The pattern notes color change placement. See color sequence on page 2 for the sample color changes.
• Main sample is size Adult Large. Other sizes will have fewer stripes.

Note about the first round: I prefer beginning with a sc foundation chain. There are many help videos for sc foundation chains, plus I have included pictures at the end of this pattern.

Optional start: You may start with a regular chain instead if preferred. This creates a slightly different edge (you really will like the other way if you give it a try). Start with same amount of chains as listed above, then sl st in last ch from hook to join in a loop. Ch 1, sc in each st, then sl st to join.

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Child (4-8 years) – 9” wide

See the note above about optional was to start the headband. 

1. With an I hook and worsted weight yarn, start with a sc foundation chain of 56 sts, sl st in first st of round, making sure chain is not twisted. (56sts)

2. Ch 1, sc in the same st, sc 5, hdc 44, sc 6, sl st to join. 

3. Finish off the current yarn and change colors (optional). Ch 1, sc in the same st, sc 5, BPHDC around each of the next 44 posts, sc 6, sl st to join.

4. Ch 1, sc in the same st, sc 5, hdc 44, sc 6, sl st to join. 

5. Repeat steps 3-4 two more times.

6. LOOSELY sl st in each st to end of round. Finish off and weave in ends. 

Child Large/Preteen (8-12 years) – 9.25” wide

See the note above about optional was to start the headband. 

1. With an I hook and worsted weight yarn, start with a sc foundation chain of 60 sts, sl st in first st of round, making sure chain is not twisted. (60sts)

2. Ch 1, sc in the same st, sc 7, hdc 44, sc 8, sl st to join. 

3. Finish off the current yarn and change colors (optional). Ch 1, sc in the same st, sc 7, BPHDC around each of the next 44 posts, sc 8, sl st to join.

4. Ch 1, sc in the same st, sc 7, hdc 44, sc 8, sl st to join. 

5. Repeat steps 3-4 three more times.

6. LOOSELY sl st in each st to end of round. Finish off and weave in ends. 

Teen/Adult – 9.75” wide

See the note above about optional was to start the headband. 

1. With an I hook and worsted weight yarn, start with a sc foundation chain of 66 sts, sl st in first st of round, making sure chain is not twisted. (66sts)

2. Ch 1, sc in the same st, sc 7, hdc 50, sc 8, sl st to join. 

3. Finish off the current yarn and change colors (optional). Ch 1, sc in the same st, sc 7, BPHDC around each of the next 50 posts, sc 8, sl st to join.

4. Ch 1, sc in the same st, sc 7, hdc 50, sc 8, sl st to join. 

5. Repeat steps 3-4 four more times.

6. LOOSELY sl st in each st to end of round. Finish off and weave in ends. 

Adult Large – 10” wide

See the note above about optional was to start the headband. 

1. With an I hook and worsted weight yarn, start with a sc foundation chain of 70 sts, sl st in first st of round, making sure chain is not twisted. (70sts)

2. Ch 1, sc in the same st, sc 9, hdc 50, sc 10, sl st to join. 

3. Finish off the current yarn and change colors (optional). Ch 1, sc in the same st, sc 9, BPHDC around each of the next 50 posts, sc 10, sl st to join.

4. Ch 1, sc in the same st, sc 9, hdc 50, sc 10, sl st to join. 

5. Repeat steps 3-4 four more times.

6. LOOSELY sl st in each st to end of round. Finish off and weave in ends. 

Color Sequence

The sample is size teen/adult and is created from a variety of worsted weight yarn in bright colors. You could substitute yarns from your stash.

Use the main pattern, changing colors as listed below:

Start with Shocking Pink for the first two rounds. The sequence of the following rounds: Pumpkin, Saffron, Spring Green, Turqua, Lt Dansom.

SC Foundation Chain

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