I’m so excited to participate in the 2022 Holiday Stashdown CAL! There are always so many great patterns for using up stashed yarn. If this is your first time hearing of the Holiday Stashdown CAL, you can find more information in the Introduction Post by Marie from Underground Crafter. This year we have 22 amazing patterns that are perfect for the holiday season and you don’t need to buy any new yarn! These patterns are great for using up random yarn that is in your stash. Don’t forget to also check out the end of CAL Giveaway! My pattern contribution would make a great stocking stuffer and is so quick and easy to make! Scroll down to check out the FREE crochet pattern for the Put a Bow On It Headband/Earwarmer. I hope you enjoy it! Happy Crocheting!

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Put a Bow On it Headband/Earwarmer

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Materials:

• Approximately 84-103 yds of Category 4 Medium Weight Yarn; I used Furls Wander* in the Meadow colorway
• Size H 5mm Furls Streamline Polaris Crochet Hook*
• Yarn Needle* for weaving ends
• Scissors*

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Skill Level:

Easy

Abbreviations:

ch – chain
dc – double crochet
sc – single crochet
st(s) – stitch(es)
() – indicates stitch counts
* – indicates instructions to be repeated
[ ] – indicates instructions to be worked into a st

Gauge:

12.8 stitches & 11.6 rows = 4″ (in pattern st)

Finished Sizes:

• 3-5 Years – Fits 20″ head size
• 6-10 Years – Fits 21″ head size
• Adult Small – Fits 22″ head size
• Adult Medium – Fits 23″ head size
• Adult Large – Fits 24″ head size

Notes:

• This pattern is written in US terms.
• Sizing will vary depending on how tightly or loosely you crochet. If you would like to keep the sizing the same, please check your gauge before starting this project.
• This pattern is worked flat and seamed at the ends to create the headband/earwarmer.

Instructions: 

3-5 Years:

Ch 18
Row 1: Work 2 dc into the 3rd ch from hook, *sk the next 2 sts, [1 sc, 2 dc] into the next st; Repeat from * across until there are 3 sts remaining, sk the next 2 sts, 1 sc into the last st, turn. (16 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, [1 sc, 2 dc] into the first st, *sk the next 2 sts, [1 sc, 2 dc] into the next st; Repeat from * across until there are 3 sts remaining, sk the next 2 sts, 1 sc into the last st, turn. (16 sts)
Rows 3-52: Repeat Row 2

Finish:

• Sc evenly around the entire headband, join in the beginning sc with a sl st.
• Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing.
• Lay your headband flat. Bring the ends together so that they meet in the middle.
• Using the yarn tail and yarn needle, stitch the ends together.
• Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
• Wrap the yarn tail around the center to create a “bow” center.
• Secure the center, fasten off, and weave all ends.

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6-10 Years:

Ch 18
Row 1: Work 2 dc into the 3rd ch from hook, *sk the next 2 sts, [1 sc, 2 dc] into the next st; Repeat from * across until there are 3 sts remaining, sk the next 2 sts, 1 sc into the last st, turn. (16 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, [1 sc, 2 dc] into the first st, *sk the next 2 sts, [1 sc, 2 dc] into the next st; Repeat from * across until there are 3 sts remaining, sk the next 2 sts, 1 sc into the last st, turn. (16 sts)
Rows 3-55: Repeat Row 2

Finish:

• Sc evenly around the entire headband, join in the beginning sc with a sl st.
• Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing.
• Lay your headband flat. Bring the ends together so that they meet in the middle.
• Using the yarn tail and yarn needle, stitch the ends together.
• Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
• Wrap the yarn tail around the center to create a “bow” center.
• Secure the center, fasten off, and weave all ends.

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Adult Small:

Row 1: Work 2 dc into the 3rd ch from hook, *sk the next 2 sts, [1 sc, 2 dc] into the next st; Repeat from * across until there are 3 sts remaining, sk the next 2 sts, 1 sc into the last st, turn. (16 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, [1 sc, 2 dc] into the first st, *sk the next 2 sts, [1 sc, 2 dc] into the next st; Repeat from * across until there are 3 sts remaining, sk the next 2 sts, 1 sc into the last st, turn. (16 sts)
Rows 3-58: Repeat Row 2

Finish:

• Sc evenly around the entire headband, join in the beginning sc with a sl st.
• Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing.
• Lay your headband flat. Bring the ends together so that they meet in the middle.
• Using the yarn tail and yarn needle, stitch the ends together.
• Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
• Wrap the yarn tail around the center to create a “bow” center.
• Secure the center, fasten off, and weave all ends.

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Adult Medium:

Row 1: Work 2 dc into the 3rd ch from hook, *sk the next 2 sts, [1 sc, 2 dc] into the next st; Repeat from * across until there are 3 sts remaining, sk the next 2 sts, 1 sc into the last st, turn. (16 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, [1 sc, 2 dc] into the first st, *sk the next 2 sts, [1 sc, 2 dc] into the next st; Repeat from * across until there are 3 sts remaining, sk the next 2 sts, 1 sc into the last st, turn. (16 sts)
Rows 3-61: Repeat Row 2

Finish:

• Sc evenly around the entire headband, join in the beginning sc with a sl st.
• Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing.
• Lay your headband flat. Bring the ends together so that they meet in the middle.
• Using the yarn tail and yarn needle, stitch the ends together.
• Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
• Wrap the yarn tail around the center to create a “bow” center.
• Secure the center, fasten off, and weave all ends.

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Adult Large:

Row 1: Work 2 dc into the 3rd ch from hook, *sk the next 2 sts, [1 sc, 2 dc] into the next st; Repeat from * across until there are 3 sts remaining, sk the next 2 sts, 1 sc into the last st, turn. (16 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, [1 sc, 2 dc] into the first st, *sk the next 2 sts, [1 sc, 2 dc] into the next st; Repeat from * across until there are 3 sts remaining, sk the next 2 sts, 1 sc into the last st, turn. (16 sts)
Rows 3-64: Repeat Row 2

Finish:

• Sc evenly around the entire headband, join in the beginning sc with a sl st.
• Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing.
• Lay your headband flat. Bring the ends together so that they meet in the middle.
• Using the yarn tail and yarn needle, stitch the ends together.
• Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
• Wrap the yarn tail around the center to create a “bow” center.
• Secure the center, fasten off, and weave all ends.