Headbands are back in a big way. In my opinion, one of the best, classic, headbands is a simple velvet band. This pattern is super quick to whip up and works great alone or with added decorations or layers. This is a great market prep pattern or a last minute gift!
Supplies Needed
- Standard plastic headband I used Scünci brand – but any plastic headband should work!
- Bernat Velvet yarn – or your favorite chunky velvet yarn, or other bulky weight yarn
- 6.5mm hook
- Your favorite crafting glue – I used E6000 but you could also use hot glue, or any glue you prefer
- Tapestry needle – to weave in the ends
Abbreviations Used:
- Ch = Chain
- HDC = half double crochet
Pattern
Foundation: Ch 45, turn
Row 1: 1 HDC in the 3rd chain from the hook, 1 HDC in each remaining stitch. (43 stitches)
Row 2: Turn, Ch 2, HDC in each stitch (43 stitches)
Row 3: Turn Ch 2, HDC in each stitch (43 stitches)
Row 4: Turn, Ch 1, hold edges together longways, slip stitch the two layers together to form a tube, being sure to work through both loops of each stitch down the row.
To end: Break yarn, tie off – leaving enough of a tail to weave in the end thoroughly.
Slide the completed tube over the headband, making sure the ends are just over the tips of the headband ends. Once the stitches are evenly distributed, place a small dot of glue on the tip of the headband and squeeze the end stitches around to secure. Use the tail to cover any glue that may be showing. Repeat on the other side. After the glue is dry, weave in your ends and you’re good to go!
This pattern is great as the base of a more complex headband or as a stand alone simple velvet band! You could easily add an additional decoration to the top after it is secured on the headband base.
If you enjoy this pattern or have any comments or questions, please feel free to reach out via email, facebook, or instagram, and I will happily help you however I can! Take me in your finished makes @skeinsandstitchesco!
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