If a woman knows how to knit, she will definitely have a couple of interesting accessories in her wardrobe. A crochet headband looks especially beautiful, which will successfully complement the hairstyle of both a small and an adult fashionista. However, it is important that it goes well with the chosen image. There are many ideas for making such a useful product, and novice craftswomen should definitely familiarize themselves with them.
Yarn and hook
Sewing departments offer a wide range of different yarns. It is very difficult to immediately stop your attention on certain threads. When choosing, it is imperative to study the composition and description indicated on the label - the length, weight of the yarn, specify what tool it is intended for.
The style of the future knitted accessory depends on the composition, texture, and thickness of the threads. For headbands, yarn is mainly used that contains at least 40% natural fiber.
The most common option for making summer products is cotton, which has a number of advantages:
- consists of natural plant fibers;
- absorbs moisture well;
- does not cause allergies;
- breathable;
- does not shed.
Viscose yarn, which is made from wood pulp, is also often used. Sometimes it contains cotton fibers, so the light shades are very similar to matte cotton.Viscose crochet headbands are a great addition to your summer look.
Another option is microfiber. This is a yarn made of synthetic fibers. It is soft and pleasant to the touch, but is not recommended for small children. Suitable types of yarn for summer accessories for girls: iris, cable or cotton. These types are environmentally friendly, they are easy to care for in the finished product.
For headbands for cold weather, yarn made from wool is primarily suitable, which can be camel, goat, sheep, merino, or alpaca.
When choosing an option for making a children's accessory, remember that the child should be comfortable in it. Children have sensitive skin, so you need to choose especially soft natural threads marked Baby:
- acrylic;
- merino;
- mohair;
- pure cotton.
It is not recommended to use too fluffy yarn for children's products, as the fluff can get into the eyes and mouth.
Color also matters. To make the accessory cute, pastel shades are used, for example, powder or peach, as well as mint and soft blue. They will always be relevant for children's accessories. Yellow shades are also becoming fashionable now.
It is very important to choose the right hook. If the thread is thin, it is better to take a tool with numbers 1.5-3. For thicker yarn, hooks from 3.5 to 5.5 are suitable. As a rule, there are instructions on the thread label regarding the tool.
Different patterns require different threads and hooks. For example, for openwork motifs, you will need a 1.5-1.7 tool and thin yarn, preferably cotton. But if the product should be dense, without thin patterns, you need to take a hook No. 2-5 and a thicker thread, such as acrylic or wool.
Model selection
Current fashion trends are democratic, which allows you to bring to life any creative impulses and ideas. Different knitted headbands are worn not only by children. Women are also fans of this accessory. They can be combined with different clothes. It is important that the headbands look appropriate and match the color and style of the chosen image.
The most fashionable crochet headbands for women are divided into several types:
- Simple headband stripes. Minimalism is always in fashion. A crocheted stripe can be made from warm yarn for the cold season to use instead of a hat. And for the summer, choose thin threads - such a headband is convenient for keeping your hair out of sight while jogging or doing cosmetic procedures.
- With overlap. One of the varieties is a turban. A knitted headband comes in different widths, mainly used in the cold season. This is an excellent replacement for a hat.
- A beautiful openwork headband with flowers. It should be knitted from thin yarn, since the pattern will look rough from thick yarn. The summer headband goes well with openwork, light dresses.
- With a bow in the middle. Looks beautiful on both women and girls. You can crochet such a headband from both thin summer yarn and thick threads. A large bow in the middle attracts attention and looks very stylish.
- With animalistic design - with ears of cats, giraffes, mice, with animal faces. This headband is especially suitable for a girl.
- With braiding. The products consist of a single braid in a classic style or interlacing of several complex plaits. They are voluminous and are mainly knitted from warm threads.
- Sporty. This is a lightweight stripe, practical and comfortable, so that the bangs do not get in the way during sports.
- Earmuffs. They are a special headband with thickened knitting on the ears to protect against the wind. Fur and warm threads can be used for work.
- Solokha. This is a crocheted headband for a girl with wire inside so that the ends of the knots hold their shape beautifully and do not hang down. Can be used by women to create retro-style looks.
- Turban. Most often it is a wide cloth, sewn and pulled together in the front. In the center, on the seam, a large brooch is attached.
The appearance of the accessory depends on the imagination and skills of the craftswoman. You can combine any colors, patterns, decor. Such beautiful headbands will look good with different wardrobe items, for example, with a knitted bag, cardigan or dress.
How to take measurements
To knit a headband, you need the following measurements:
- head circumference (i.e. the length of the product);
- the height of the bandage (that is, its width; depends on the style).
The circumference of the head should be measured as follows: apply the beginning of the tape measure to the forehead at the hairline and wrap it around the entire circumference under the protrusion on the back of the head. Connect both ends. The height of the headband should be chosen so that it looks appropriate in a particular style. For example, if it is a strip, it can be from 5 to 10 cm. A product with a bow in the middle will look better with a width of 8 centimeters. Summer headbands should not be made wide, so that they do not get hot. Winter, on the contrary, the wider, the warmer. For example, a turban looks better if knitted 13-17 cm wide. Products for girls should correspond to the age of the owner, be wide enough to cover the ears.
The height of the product is affected by the thickness of the thread. 10 loops knitted with thin yarn differ significantly from the same ten with thick yarn. This must be taken into account.
Stages of knitting an accessory taking into account the model
Knitted headbands can have all sorts of patterns. The design can be simple and laconic or consist of complex motifs. In addition to regular products, models made in a certain theme are interesting. There are many options for how to crochet a headband.
Openwork for baby
To knit an openwork headband for a baby, you need to prepare:
- thin cotton yarn in white and pink colors (for the flower);
- rubberized thread;
- hook No. 1.75;
- silk ribbon for decoration;
- scissors.
The headband for a girl should be knitted in three stages. Before starting work, it is advisable to familiarize yourself with the pattern and the order of making the accessory parts. If necessary, you should first knit trial samples.
| Element | Procedure |
| Bandage | Measure the length of the headband. Attach the rubberized thread to the yarn. Cast on a chain of air loops equal to the circumference of the head, plus two cm. Start tying the loops according to the diagram. |
| Flower | Cast on six chain stitches with pink yarn and close them. Knit three chain stitches for lifting and then, following the pattern |
| Decor | Cut the desired length of ribbon and thread it through the holes in the headband. Sew on the flower. Decorate it with a bead. |
It is better to knit a headband for a girl a few millimeters larger so that it does not squeeze the child’s head.
An openwork headband will look beautiful with a light summer dress if you choose a ribbon of the same shade. If desired, you can decorate it with beads. Women's headbands in this style will complement an evening look.
Warm with overlap
You need to knit a warm headband with hook No. 3 and woolen threads. You will also need the following for work:
- needle with a large eye;
- scissors.
The instructions for knitting a headband with an overlap look like this:
- Cast on the required number of stitches. The width of the product depends on them. Add three air loops for lifting to the next row.
- Knit the first row with half double crochets. At the end of the row, make three air loops for lifting.
- In the second row, alternate two convex relief columns and one concave relief column.
- The next row is knitted in reverse - one convex and two concave columns. The result is a crocheted elastic band. This pattern should be used to make a third of the future accessory.
- Next row – knit only to the middle, turn the work, then knit only half of the fabric, approximately 2/3 of the product. Fasten and cut the thread.
- Tie the thread where the unknitted half of the fabric remains. This is necessary in order to knit the second strip with a similar pattern and the same length.
- On the wrong side, make an overlap, then knit the entire fabric to the same length as the first part.
- Sew the resulting bandage.
This headband can be knitted from several shades of yarn. It is recommended to decorate it with a brooch or an artificial flower in the tone of the threads.
Simple with a bow
For knitting you will need:
- acrylic yarn of the desired color;
- hook No. 2;
- needle with a large eye;
- scissors.
The headband is crocheted as follows:
- measure how high the bandage should be;
- make a chain of air loops according to the desired height;
- knit all rows with single crochet stitches;
- After the required length is knitted, sew the work;
- knit a bow separately and sew it to the product.
You can additionally use rubberized thread to make the product more elastic and prevent it from stretching when washed.
Knitting a headband for a girl does not require any effort, it is suitable for beginner needlewomen. The product is quite easy to make. To make the bow stand out, it can be made from yarn of a different color.
For a girl with Mickey Mouse ears
The most popular headband with ears for children is in the style of Mickey Mouse. To make it you will need:
- acrylic yarn black;
- leftover red yarn (for the bow);
- hook No. 2.5-3;
- needle with a large eye;
- scissors.
The knitting pattern of the headband is simple, the product is made according to the same principle as the version with a bow. The model is perfect for mastering crochet skills for beginners. The ears are knitted as follows:
- into the amigurumi ring, knit 6 single crochets, connect them with a chain stitch;
- in the second row, double each column so that you end up with 12 single crochets;
- thus, doubling the columns in each row, you should get ears of the desired size.
A bow should be knitted from red yarn using the same principle as the base strip. All that remains is to sew all the details to the base. A beautiful children's headband is ready.
How to decorate
The crochet headband will look more interesting if you decorate it. You can use the following decorative elements:
- ribbons;
- sequins;
- knitted flowers;
- beads;
- beads;
- felt flowers;
- brooches.
This requires imagination. To decorate an accessory with crocheted ears, you can use decorative fur or fluffy threads. A crocheted headband with an overlap looks better with beautiful brooches that need to be attached in the center. Children's summer products can be decorated with brightly colored ribbons and crocheted flowers that need to be attached to the side.
In addition to decorations, you can use unusual threads, for example, with a color transition from one to another. Such yarn when knitting forms an interesting pattern, and even the simplest children's headband will look original.
Crochet allows you to create accessories for every taste. Instead of buying an advertised thing and spending a lot of money, it is much better to make it yourself. A crocheted headband will be a wonderful gift.
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