4 Ways to Crochet a Headband

2024 Author: Jason Gerald | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 10:50

Crochet is an ideal way to make a headband. The result is beautiful to look at, easy to make a variety of headbands and patterned from plain to flowery. In this article, you'll learn how to make three different types of headband crochet, all of which can be done with basic crochet skills.

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Method 1 of 4: Plain Lace Headband

This is the right type of headband for beginners to crochet to make. Start with a Tunisian hook (large crochet hook), then switch to a regular crochet hook according to the instructions. The size of the crochet hook will be determined by the thickness and type of your yarn.

Step 1. Choose cotton knitting yarn or synthetic yarn

Use yarn colors that match your outfit or common colors like beige or white.

Use a crochet hook that is suitable for the yarn you are using

Step 2. Start by making 16 chain stitches

Step 3. Row one:

Insert the crochet hook into the second chain stitch of the hook and hook the yarn out. Repeat inserting the hook into the next chain and hook the thread out. Repeat from this point to the end of the row.

Step 4. Row two:

Hook the thread and pull it into a loop on the hook. Repeat threading and pulling in two loops on the hook. Repeat from this point to the end of the row.

Step 5. Row three:

Thread the hook into the hook into the horizontal stitch behind the second stitch of the previous row. Hook the thread into it. Repeat inserting the hook into the horizontal stitch behind the next stitch and pulling the hook into it. Repeat until the end of the row.

Repeat the second and third rows until you reach the desired length. Finish with the second row pattern

Step 6. Row four:

Switch your hook to a medium sized 1.25mm hook. Make 1 double crochet (dc) in each horizontal stitch behind the vertical stitch in the previous row, making 3 dc in the last stitch (corner).

Next, make a row of double stitches (dc) along the back side, adding 7 dc or multiples plus 1, and 3 dc into the same seam to make another corner.
Finish the other 2 sides to adjust.
Finish.

Step 7. Knit the edges

Work along one side of the headband, facing the front side. Glue the thread in the center of the dc that is in the corner.

Step 8. Row one:

1 dc into the same seam as the joint, make 4 chain stitches, stepping 3 dc and dc in the next stitch.

Repeat from this point, without making 4 chain stitches and making 1 dc on the last repetition, turning

Step 9. Row two:

Slip 1 stitch (ss) into the first loop, make 1 sc in the same circle then make 1 chain stitch. Repeat in the next circle, (1 tr, 1 ch) 6 times, 1 sc in the next circle, and 1 chain stitch (ch); repeat until the end of the row.

Step 10. Row three:

make 1 sc in 1 dc space in previous row, make 1 sc in 2 adjoining chain stitch spaces, into next space make 1 sc 3 ch and 1 ss in last dc stitch worked and make 1 sc into each the four chain stitch spaces.

Repeat from this point, without making 1 sc on the last loop, and make 1 ss on the last dc.
Finish.
Work the other side to adjust.

Step 11. Place your headband on the ironing board

Place a small towel on it. Use an iron with a heat level that has been adjusted to the type of thread to be pressed.

Spray with water before pressing

Step 12. Sew the ribbon on the inside of the back of your headband

This will make it easier for you to put on and take it off.

Step 13. Sew the rubber cord on the narrowed end to join the two ends together

The rubber strap will make it easier for you to remove and attach your headband.

Method 2 of 4: Lace Headband with Ring

This pretty headband uses a series of rings and hoops knitted together. These rings can be keychain rings, milk bottle rings, or whatever ring shape you want to use. You will need to design your own desired headband structure but the steps below will explain how to knit and string it.

Step 1. Make a plan

This article will use the simplest design, using a row of rings of equal size. However, you don't have to use rings that are the same size-you can mix up the sizes to your liking and even add layers to the rows if you're confident enough. The designs recommended here are:

A series of rings measuring 38mm in diameter, which are all joined together to form a continuous row

Step 2. Choose your ingredients

For the rings you will be using, a ring on a key ring is a good choice because it is easy to assemble. But you can also use other rings, such as plastic rings on a milk bottle, by cutting the rings to assemble them and reattaching them once they are assembled.

For the choice of yarn, use a suitable knitting yarn, either natural or synthetic yarn.
The colors can be mixed, either rainbow or one color. Choose a color based on the color of the clothes you will wear with this headband.

Step 3. Assemble these rings

There are a few additional steps to do this:

Measure your head circumference. Measure where you will wear your headband. You'll need it to know how many rings you'll need to chain. Also take into account the rubber band that will be added at the end-the length of the rubber band you use is up to you but it should be just enough length that your hair can easily hide it. The rings should be more visible than the rubber band, so more rings strung together is safer than lacking.
Assemble the rings. If you're using a keychain ring, simply unscrew it and slide it in until it snaps into place. If you're using something that needs to be cut and re-glued, cut and attach as needed. Make sure you stick the adhesive flat so that there are no unsightly lumps.

Step 4. Cover each ring with crochet

These rings can be easily shifted in a strung position, so you will be able to knit around the ring by sliding in any position you need with ease.

Start with either ring, though you're better off starting at one end and working your way up to the other end.
Make a live knot and tie it on a crochet hook.
Grasp the top side of the ring and insert the crochet hook into the ring.
Hook the yarn, pull a loop, re-tie the yarn and pull the yarn through 2 loops on the crochet hook to make a single crochet (sc).
Gently pull on the thread to tighten if needed.
Continue to make a single stitch as described above until the entire ring is covered.

Step 5. Repeat on each ring until you have completed the entire set of rows

Don't forget to switch to another color if you're using two colors or a rainbow color pattern.

Finish by weaving the ends of the threads to keep them neat and durable

Step 6. Attach the rubber strap

At each end of the row, tie and sew an elastic band of sufficient length to keep your headband in place while you wear it. Finished!

Method 3 of 4: Lace Headband with Flower Shape

If you can crochet a flower shape, you'll be able to crochet a headband quickly.

Step 1. Choose how you want to make your headband

There are a variety of ways to do this and whichever you choose, your headband will look stunning:

You can crochet a row of flowers of the same shape and just continue until the row is complete and add a rubber band.
Or you can also crochet some flower shapes and arrange them by sewing and finish with rubber straps or you can sew directly on the finished headband but need additional embellishments.

Step 2. Make a flower

Here is an easy flower crochet method for you to try:

Make 5 chain stitches. Join with slip stitch to make a circle.
Make 3 chain stitches, make 3 trs into the loop, make 3 chs, turn them over, make 1 trs in the first stitch and each subsequent stitch, make 3 chs, turn them over, and repeat from this point along and behind the petals you just made.
Make 4 trs into a circle, make 3 ch's, turn over, make 1 tr on the first stitch and each subsequent stitch, make 3 ch's, turn over, and repeat from this point 6 more times.
Join the slip stitch on the third starting chain stitch, finish. This will make 8 flower petals.
Make as many flowers as you want. Then assemble them together by sewing them on the existing rubber headband. If you're attaching it by sewing, remember to add a piece of rubber strap at the end to help you put on and take off your headband, as well as keep it in place.