Cozy Up with This Easy Crochet Ear Warmer Pattern (with a Textured Twist!)
Looking for a quick and stylish way to keep your ears warm this winter? Look no further than this easy-to-follow crochet earwarmer pattern! Perfect for beginners who want to try something a little more adventurous, this project combines basic stitches with a clever construction technique to create a delightful and functional accessory.
This earwarmer is crocheted in straight rows. The beauty lies in the textured section –– achieved by working in the third loop (Tlsc). This simple technique adds a touch of texture and creates a nice, stretchy finish that hugs your head comfortably.
Why You'll Love This Pattern:
- Beginner-Friendly with a Twist: Great for those who have mastered basic crochet stitches and are looking to expand their skillset.
- Quick and Easy Project: Whip up this cozy earwarmer in an afternoon – perfect for last-minute gifts or a satisfying weekend project.
- Customizable: Feel free to adjust the length and width to fit your preference, or get creative with color combinations!
Materials:
- Chunky Yarn (I used James C. Brett Marble chunky)
- Crochet hook appropriate for your yarn weight (I'm using a 5mm hook)
- Yarn needle (tapestry needle) for construction and weaving in ends
Let's Get Crocheting!
We won't delve into every basic stitch here, so a familiarity with single crochet, half double crochet, and working in the back and third loop (BLO) will be helpful.
This comprehensive video tutorial will guide you through every step of the process, making it easy to follow along even if you're a visual learner.
Pattern Notes:
- Gauge is not essential for this project, but a tighter stitch will result in a more dense, warmer Ear Warmer. Play around with your hook size to find the fit and drape you prefer.
- The pattern uses one kind of yarn, but feel free to customize it with multiple colors. Let your creativity flow!
- Be sure to weave in all ends securely to prevent unraveling.
Abbreviations
*This Pattern is in US terms
Ch - Chain
Sc - Single Crochet
Blsc - Back Loop Single Crochet
Hdc - Half Double Crochet
Tlsc - Third Loop Single Crochet
The Pattern:
Foundation Row: ch61
Row 1: blsc in 2nd ch from the hook and in each chain to the end. ch1 and turn (60)
Row 2: hdc in each st across, ch1 and turn
Row 3: Tlsc in each st across, ch1 and turn
Row 4 - 11: Repeat rows 2 and 3 until you finish your 11th row (finishing on a Row 3)
cut yarn leaving a long tail for sewing
Finishing:
Step 1: With wrong sides facing fold the Ear Warmer in half on the long side. Move the end of the half on top so the right corner aligns with the center of the half on the bottom
Step 2: Fold the overlapping edge of the bottom half over the top half and the overlapping edge of the top half over the bottom half (you should see 4 layers)
Step 3: Sew the ends of the Ear Warmer together in this position. Weave in ends
Step 4: Turn the Ear Warmer so right side is facing and flatten out the twist
Do you prefer to work offline or do you want a print friendly copy of this pattern? For a small fee you can get a PDF version on my Ravelry 
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