The crochet Easy Braided Headband is the perfect quick project to welcome the colder seasons. Cozy, stylish, and delightfully simple, it works up in under an hour. Making it ideal for beginners or anyone looking for a fast, satisfying make. If you can single crochet, you already have all the skills you need.
This headband offers a modern, textured look that’s both practical and pretty, whether you’re keeping your ears warm or adding a handmade touch to your outfit.
Free pattern by Victoria Pietz from Pattern Princess
Designed with ease and efficiency in mind, the headband is made from three separate crochet strips that come together to form a dimensional braided band. Using just about 50 yards of #4 medium weight yarn, it’s wonderfully scrap-friendly. And with two skeins you can even make two headbands by swapping your main and contrast colors.
Assembly is intentionally simple. After crocheting the strips, they’re stacked and sewn together at one end, with a hairband added for stretch and stability.
Then comes the fun part—the braid! Because the strips are wide, you flip and weave them over the middle strip to create that beautifully thick braid. Once braided, the ends are wrapped neatly and stitched securely, giving you a snug, stretchy headband that holds its shape wonderfully with wear.
This pattern is perfect for quick handmade gifts, craft market inventory, and last-minute accessories. It’s also a great way to use up leftover yarn in your stash.
Whether you’re a brand-new crocheter or a seasoned maker looking for a relaxing project, this braided headband is an instant-gratification design you’ll want to make again and again.
Victoria Pietz from Pattern Princess
Skill Level
Beginner Friendly – Easy
Gauge
Approximately 12 stitches and 14 rows every 4 inches.
For accurate size, check your gauge as your crochet stitches may be looser or tighter than mine.
Size
The finished sizes—Small (3″ x 17″), Medium (3″ x 18″), and Large (3″ x 19″)—ensure a comfortable fit for teens and adults alike.
Materials
Lion Brand Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling. #4 medium weight yarn. Partial skein about 50 yards total.
Colors Shown:
Olive
Almond
Supplies
Size I Crochet Hook 5.5mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Tape Measure
