Crochet Kerchief (Bandana)

Crochet Kerchiefs, often called bandanas, are a charming and versatile accessory that adds a touch of vintage flair to any outfit. They come in a variety of colors and patterns, making it easy to find one that suits your style. Not only are they stylish, but they are also practical for keeping your hair out of your face on windy days or adding a pop of color to a simple outfit. Crochet kerchiefs are a fun and fashionable way to express your personality while staying comfortable and trendy. So go ahead, embrace your inner fashionista with a crochet kerchief and rock that retro look with confidence!

Crochet materials and tools:

Crochet hook 4.5 mm.

Paton, Classic Wool Roving (5, bulky) – 100% pure wool. Quantity: less than 1 skein.

Button: 20 mm diameter.

Crochet kerchief bandana size:

Head circumference: 56 cm (22 -22.5 in)

Bandana folded height (with closure): 28 cm (11 in)

Closure width: 4 cm (1.6 in)

Gauge: 14 sts – 10 cm (4 in)

Common abbreviations of crochet stitches (US):

ch – chain

SC – single crochet

SC blo– single crochet back loop only

SC blo 2tog– single crochet back loop two together

SC blo 3tog– single crochet back loop three together

sl st – slip stitch

st(s) – stitch(es)

Kerchief bandana crochet pattern:

Chain 5 (or any odd number), then add 1 extra chain.

Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (5)

Rows 2-4: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. In each row, crochet the very last stitch under both loops. (5)

Row 5: ch 1, SC blo in next 2 sts, 3 SC blo in next st, SC blo in next 2 sts. (7)

I suggest placing a stitch marker in the central SC of the 3 SC group.

Row 6: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (7)

Row 7: ch 1, SC blo in next 3 sts, 3 SC blo in next st, SC blo in next 3 sts. (9)

Row 8: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (9)

Starting with the next row, we will make increases not only at the center but also at the ends of the row.

Row 9: ch 1, SC blo in next 4 sts, 3 SC blo in next st, SC blo in next 3 sts, [SC blo, SC] – in the next stitch. Work SC blo and SC under both loops into the last stitch to create an increase. (12)

Row 10: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (12)

Row 11: ch 1, SC blo in next 5 sts, 3 SC blo in next st, SC blo in next 5 sts, [SC blo, SC] – in next stitch. (15)

Row 12: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (15)

Row 13: ch 1, SC blo in next 6 sts, 3 SC blo in next st, SC blo in next 7 sts, [SC blo, SC] – in next stitch. (18)

Row 14: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (18)

Row 15: ch 1, SC blo in next 7 sts, 3 SC blo in next st, SC blo in next 9 sts, [SC blo, SC] – in next stitch. (21)

Row 16: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (21)

Row 17: ch 1, SC blo in next 8 sts, 3 SC blo in next st, SC blo in next 11 sts, [SC blo, SC] – in next stitch. (24)

Row 18: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (24)

Row 19: ch 1, SC blo in next 9 sts, 3 SC blo in next st, SC blo in next 13 sts, [SC blo, SC] – in next stitch. (27)

Row 20: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (27)

Row 21: ch 1, SC blo in next 10 sts, 3 SC blo in next st, SC blo in next 15 sts, [SC blo, SC] – in next stitch. (30)

Row 22: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (30)

Row 23: ch 1, SC blo in next 11 sts, 3 SC blo in next st, SC blo in next 17 sts, [SC blo, SC] – in next stitch. (33)

Row 24: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (33)

Row 25: ch 1, SC blo in next 12 sts, 3 SC blo in next st, SC blo in next 19 sts, [SC blo, SC] – in next stitch. (36)

Row 26: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (36)

Row 27: ch 1, SC blo in next 13 sts, 3 SC blo in next st, SC blo in next 21 sts, [SC blo, SC] – in next stitch. (39)

Row 28: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (39)

Row 29: ch 1, SC blo in next 14 sts, 3 SC blo in next st, SC blo in next 23 sts, [SC blo, SC] – in next stitch. (42)

Row 30: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (42)

Row 31: ch 1, SC blo in next 15 sts, 3 SC blo in next st, SC blo in next 25 sts, [SC blo, SC] – in next stitch. (45)

Row 32: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (45)

Row 33: ch 1, SC blo in next 16 sts, 3 SC blo in next st, SC blo in next 27 sts, [SC blo, SC] – in next stitch. (48)

Row 34: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (48)

Row 35: ch 1, SC blo in next 47 sts, [SC blo, SC] – in next stitch. (49) No increases in the center.

Row 36: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (49)

Row 37: ch 1, SC blo in next 48 sts, [SC blo, SC] – in next stitch. (50) No increases in the center.

Row 38: ch 2 (to shape a tip of bandana), in 3 and 4th ch from hook SC blo 2tog, SC blo in each st across. (49)

Row 39: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (49)

Row 40: ch 1, SC blo 2tog, SC blo in each st across. (48)

Row 41: ch 1, SC blo in next 16 sts, SC blo 3tog in next st, SC blo in next 29 sts (46)

Row 42: ch 1, SC blo 2tog, SC blo in each st across. (45)

Row 43: ch 1, SC blo in next 15 sts, SC blo 3tog in next st, SC blo in next 27 sts (43)

Row 44: ch 1, SC blo 2tog, SC blo in each st across. (42)

Row 45: ch 1, SC blo in next 14 sts, SC blo 3tog in next st, SC blo in next 25 sts. (40)

Row 46: ch 1, SC blo 2tog, SC blo in each st across. (39)

Row 47: ch 1, SC blo in next 13 sts, SC blo 3tog in next st, SC blo in next 23 sts (37)

Row 48: ch 1, SC blo 2tog, SC blo in each st across. (36)

Row 49: ch 1, SC blo in next 12 sts, SC blo 3tog in next st, SC blo in next 21 sts. (34)

Row 50: ch 1, SC blo 2tog, SC blo in each st across. (33)

Row 51: ch 1, SC blo in next 11 sts, SC blo 3tog in next st, SC blo in next 19 sts. (31)

Row 52: ch 1, SC blo 2tog, SC blo in each st across. (30)

Row 53: ch 1, SC blo in next 10 sts, SC blo 3tog in next st, SC blo in next 17 sts. (28)

Row 54: ch 1, SC blo 2tog, SC blo in each st across. (27)

Row 55: ch 1, SC blo in next 9 sts, SC blo 3tog in next st, SC blo in next 15 sts. (25)

Row 56: ch 1, SC blo 2tog, SC blo in each st across. (24)

Row 57: ch 1, SC blo in next 8 sts, SC blo 3tog in next st, SC blo in next 13 sts. (22)

Row 58: ch 1, SC blo 2tog, SC blo in each st across. (21)

Row 59: ch 1, SC blo in next 7 sts, SC blo 3tog in next st, SC blo in next 11 sts. (19)

Row 60: ch 1, SC blo 2tog, SC blo in each st across. (18)

Row 61: ch 1, SC blo in next 6 sts, SC blo 3tog in next st, SC blo in next 9 sts. (16)

Row 62: ch 1, SC blo 2tog, SC blo in each st across. (15)

Row 63: ch 1, SC blo in next 5 sts, SC blo 3tog in next st, SC blo in next 7 sts. (13)

Row 64: ch 1, SC blo 2tog, SC blo in each st across. (12)

Row 65: ch 1, SC blo in next 4 sts, SC blo 3tog in next st, SC blo in next 5 sts. (10)

Row 66: ch 1, SC blo 2tog, SC blo in each st across. (9)

Row 67: ch 1, SC blo in next 3 sts, SC blo 3tog in next st, SC blo in next 3 sts. (7)

Row 68: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (7)

Row 69: ch 1, SC blo in next 2 sts, SC blo 3tog in next st, SC blo in next 2 sts. (5)

Row 70: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (5)

Rows 71-74: ch 1, SC blo in each st across. (5)

You can finish your kerchief in three ways:

1. 1. Seam Option:Make a seam by joining the last row to the first row.
   2. Magnetic Snap Option:Attach a magnetic snap for closure.
   3. Buttonhole Option:Buttonhole Row: ch 1, SC blo in the next st, ch 3, skip the next 3 sts, SC blo in the next st.Next Row: ch 1, sl st in each st across. (5)

Sew the button onto the opposite end of the bandana.