Even worsted weight yarns vary so much (see the Peekaboo Puff Stitch Cowl for the info on the yarn used in the sample crochet ear warmer) that one type or even color of yarn could take 50 chains to reach the correct length and the next yarn could take 60! Crochet Ear Warmer Diamonds are a girl’s best friend and the raised diamonds in this stunning knit headband are no exception! It’s hard to believe that this pattern is all just knit and purl stitches worked in rows. Add a little bit of stitch witchery at the end when you seam the ends together to make that iconic twist.

TIP: As always I recommend pre-washing your fabric so you can get rid of any possible shrinkage later. STEP 3: Layer pieces Free patterns for knit ear warmers are so much fun to make because they work up so fast and they don’t use very much yarn. They can really be made with any weight yarn.Although I have improved in finding a good tension for my chain stitches, I don’t measure my chains, but wait to measure until I have completed a row or two. It isn’t a big deal to take out a couple of short rows or rounds to adjust the size and get it just right. How Wide Should a Crochet Ear Warmer be?

If your measured chain is significantly shorter than your measured rows, then you chain tight! You may want to relax your tension a bit when you chain. Dress in layers so you can remove and put on clothing as needed. Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and spicy foods. Red ear syndrome As I said earlier, you’ll want to crochet to the correct length instead of just the provided number of chains. This crochet ear warmer size chart is provided to give you a general guideline for crocheting ear warmers or headbands. This stunning knit head warmer is the perfect combination of coziness and elegance. The free knitting pattern will keep you interested from start to finish with alternating rows of 6-stitch cables, lacework and purl stitches. You can seam the two ends together with a crochet hook if you hate sewing.Doing a small project like ear warmers also helps you to get familiar with how you chain and how to adjust your chain. As you browse, it's helpful to keep sizing, width, and seams in mind. Liz Crafford, CPT, CNC, and RRCA Run Coach, encourages buyers to consider how the ear warmers hug your ears as they shouldn't constrict or add too much pressure to them. "Coverage is key, so when considering an ear warmer, make sure the band is wide enough to provide full coverage to your ears," she adds. Material With such a wide range of styles on the market, it’s important to think about what ear warmers will meet your outdoor needs. "Fit is so important," says Jeff Tissue, HIIT Fitness Instructor and Running Coach. "Ultimately you wouldn't want them to be too tight or loose for obvious reasons."

The geometric look is super popular right now and it really makes this pretty knit headband look so modern. This design is a little more complicated. You’ll be following along with a chart and using a few different combinations of basic stitches, slip stitches and yarn overs. When you’re done with the free knit headband pattern you can make the matching gloves! I’ll see you next week for another free knitting pattern round-up. Make sure to follow the blog so you never miss a post. <3Edited it slightly because I crochet tightly, but it I love it