I’m so excited to share my latest design, the Winter Cables Headband! This cozy and elegant headband features a beautiful cable stitch that adds a sophisticated touch to any winter wardrobe. Whether you’re looking to stay warm or just add some flair to your outfit, this headband is the perfect accessory. Best of all, this pattern is completely free to use right here on my blog! If you’d like a downloadable, ad-free PDF version, it’s available for purchase in my Ravelry and Etsy store.

Difficulty

Intermediate.

Materials

yarn

Drops Merino Extra Fine, 100% wool, yarn group B, color 01 (off white), 1 skein (105 m)

other

• 3 and 4  mm hook
• Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape, Stitch Markers

Gauge

16 sts = 10 cm (width)

There’s no information about rows, because it’s customizable. All the information is in the pattern. 

Size Chart 

Width = 10 cm

Length = adjustable 

Stitch Key (US terminology)

• bpdc= back post double crochet
• ch = chain
• chs = chains
• dc = double crochet
• fo= fasten off
• fpdc= front post double crochet
• fptc = front post treble crochet
• pu= pull up
• RS = right side
• sc = single crochet
• sk= skip
• st = stitch
• sts = stitches
• slst = slip stitch
• slsts = slip stitches
• yo= yarn over
• WS = wrong side

Specialty Stitch & Technique Key

Back Post Double Crochet: yo, insert hook in front of post (from back to front) yo, pull through 2 loops on hook, yo and pull through 2 remaining loops.

Front post double crochet: yo, insert hook behind post (from front to back), yo, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through 2 remaining loops.

Front post treble crochet: yarn over twice, insert hook behind post (from front to back), yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through remaining 2 loops.

Notes

• Use a 4 mm hook unless it says otherwise.
• Ch 2 doesn’t count as a stitch.
• I used a turning chain of 2 at the start of each row because it gives me straighter edges with the cabling, if you find that your square is cinching on the edges, you may choose to increase to a turning chain of 3. 
• Pay special attention to when you are working behind your stitches in row 5.  If you accidentally work in front the whole time, you will not get the braided look.

Instructions

Row 1 (RS): ch 18, starting in 3rd ch from hook and working in the back bumps of the ch, dc across, turn. (16)

Row 2 (WS): ch 2, dc 2, bpdc 12, dc 2, turn. (16)

Row 3 (RS): ch 2, dc 2, sk 4, fptc 4 in next 4, fptc in front into 4 sk sts, fpdc 4, dc 2, turn. (16)

Row 4 (WS): ch 2, dc 2, bpdc 12, dc 2, turn. (16)

Row 5 (RS): ch 2, dc 2, fpdc 4, sk 4 sts, fptc 4 in next 4, fptc behind into the 4 sk sts, dc 2, turn. (16)

Repeat rows 2-5 until the desired length. The last row has to be row 2 or 4. 

Finish off.

Band

Work with a 3 mm hook.

Row 1: ch 17, starting in the 2nd ch from hook and working in the back bumps of the ch, sc across, turn. (16)

Row 2 and 3: ch 1, sc across. (16)

Finish off.

Right sides facing, weave the yarn in every second st on both ends. Pull the yarn so the band wrinkles, and secure the yarn. 

Attach the band.

Make It Your Own

The Winter Cables Headband is a versatile and stylish piece that can be made in any color to match your favorite winter outfits. You can also play around with different yarn textures or add embellishments for a personalized touch.

Grab the PDF Version

If you’d like to support my work or prefer a printable version, you can purchase the pattern PDF on Ravelry or Etsy.

I can’t wait to see your creations! Be sure to share your projects on Instagram and tag me @LoopsOnlyCrochet so I can admire your beautiful Winter Cables Headband.

Happy crocheting!