Crochet Star Stitch Headband: A Trendy Winter Accessory

The Crochet Star Stitch Headband is a charming accessory that adds a touch of style and warmth to any outfit. With its unique star stitch pattern, this headband not only keeps your ears cozy but also makes a trendy fashion statement. Whether you're heading out for a brisk walk or simply looking to spruce up your look, this headband is a delightful choice.

For this project, you’ll need the following materials:

Ch 18

Row 1: You will be working in the back bumps of the chs. Ch 3, pick up 5 loops beginning in 2nd ch (6 loops on the hook), yo and pull through all 6 loops, ch 1 to close the star (that is the eye of the star).

* pick up 1 loop in the eye, pick up 1 loop in the side of the last st of the previous star, pick up 1 loop in the same ch as the last st of the previous star, pick up 1 loop in each of the next 2 chs (= 6 loops on the hook), yo and pull through all 6 loops, ch 1 *, repeat across. Ldc in the last ch (insert the hook in the eye an pull up a loop, insert the hook in the last ch and pull up a loop, yo and pull through 2 loops, yo and pull through 2 loops). (8 stars)

Row 2: ch 1, turn. Work 1 hdc in the 1st st, 2 hdc in every eye across, hdc in the last st. (18 hdc)

Row 3: ch 3, turn. Pick up 5 loops beginning in the 2nd ch from the hook, 3rd ch from the hook, 1st st and next 2 sts (= 6 loops on the hook), yo and pull through all 6 loops on the hook. Ch 1 to close the star. *Pick up 1 loop in the eye, pick up 1 loop in the side of the last st of the previous star, pick up 1 loop in the same st as the last st of the previous star, pick up 1 loop in each of the next 2 sts (= 6 loops on the hook), yo and pull through all 6 loops, 1 ch *, repeat across. Ldc in the last st. (8 stars)

Repeat row 2 and 3 until row 9.

The headband is made by first crocheting a band and then sewing the ends together to create a stylish twist. The pattern includes a detailed explanation of the star stitch and linked double crochet stitch to help you along the way.

This pattern includes instructions for head circumferences of 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, and 62 cm.

ch = chain

chs = chains

hdc = half double crochet

ldc = linked double crochet

yo = yarn over

sc5tog = single crochet 5 stitches together

st = stitch

sts = stitches

slst = slip stitch

slsts = slip stitches

Star stitch: Explained in the instructions for the sample gauge.

Linked double crochet: Explained in the instructions for the sample gauge.

Work with 2 strands of yarn at once.

Add or reduce the number of rows to adjust the width. The number of rows has to be even.

Ch 72 (76, 78, 82, 84, 86, 90, 92)

Row 1: ch 3, sc5tog from 2nd chain, ch 1, *sc5tog from ch1, ch 1*, repeat from * until you have 1 ch left, 1 ldc in that last ch.

Row 2: ch 1, turn, *2 hdc in each ch 1 from the previous row*, repeat from * until the end, 1 hdc in the last st. 72 (76, 78, 82, 84, 86, 90, 92)

Row 3: ch 3 (does not count as a stitch), turn, sc5tog from 2nd chain, ch 1, *sc5tog from ch 1, ch 1*, repeat from * until you have 1st left, 1 ldc in that last st.

Row 4: ch 1, turn, *2 hdc in each ch 1 from the previous row*, repeat from * until the end, 1 hdc in the last stitch. 72 (76, 78, 82, 84, 86, 90, 92)

Repeat rows 3 and 4 until row 10.

Finish off leaving a long tail for sewing.

RS facing, bend the ends of the band as shown in the pictures below