Riverbend Headband

Jacqueline Visser
Dec 14, 2025
6 min read

Updated: Dec 15, 2025

Looking for a quick, beginner-friendly crochet project that doesn’t sacrifice style? This textured crochet headband pattern is the perfect mix of simple stitches and beautiful results. Made using only single crochet, the design combines crossed single crochet stitches with back loop only rows to create a modern, woven look that’s easy to achieve and fun to crochet.

With 9 inclusive sizes ranging from baby to large adult, this headband pattern is fully adjustable in both length and width, making it easy to customize the perfect fit. The simple 2-row repeat is easy to memorize, making this an ideal project for relaxing crochet sessions, last-minute gifts, or stocking up for craft markets.

Whether you’re crocheting a cozy accessory for cooler weather, creating handmade gifts, or looking for a fast-selling item to add to your shop, this crochet headband is a versatile go-to pattern you’ll want to make again and again.

Finished Look

The finished headband features a clean, modern silhouette with a beautifully textured, woven-style fabric. The combination of crossed single crochet stitches and back loop only rows creates visual interest while keeping the design soft, stretchy, and comfortable for everyday wear.

Quick Highlights

Beginner-friendly pattern using only single crochet stitches
Simple 2-row repeat that’s easy to memorize
Textured, modern finish with a woven look
Includes 9 sizes from baby to large adult
Adjustable length and width for a custom fit
Perfect for gifts, markets, and everyday accessories

If you enjoy quick, cozy, and textured crochet projects, this headband is sure to become a go-to favourite. It uses simple single crochet stitches to create a modern woven texture, giving you a polished, stylish finish without a complicated pattern. Because it works up so quickly, it’s ideal for last-minute gifts, market prep, or those relaxing crochet sessions where you still want something satisfying to make.

Makers also love how easy it is to customize. Whether you prefer a slimmer, lightweight headband or a wider, extra-cozy style, the pattern adjusts effortlessly to suit your needs. Designed to be soft, stretchy, and comfortable, this headband looks great and feels good on every size.

Materials Used

5.0 mm and 5.5 mm crochet hooks
Lion Brand Heartland yarn (worsted weight)
Yarn needle
Scissors

The Riverbend Headband is crocheted using Lion Brand Heartland, a medium (4) worsted-weight acrylic yarn loved for its softness, warmth, and beautiful colour palette. Its smooth texture allows the crossed single crochet stitches to really shine, highlighting the woven look while keeping the headband comfortable enough for everyday wear.

This yarn is also easy to care for and durable, making it a practical choice for accessories you’ll reach for often. It’s especially great for gifts and market makes since it holds its shape well and can be machine-washed and dried.

Yarn Details:

Weight: 4 – Medium (Worsted)
Fiber: 100% Acrylic
Care: Machine wash and dry

Substitution Tip:You can substitute any soft, smooth worsted-weight yarn with a similar gauge (approximately 16–18 stitches per 4 in / 10 cm). Keep in mind that different yarns may slightly change the texture and fit of the finished headband.

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Sizing & Fit Notes

This headband is designed with approximately 2 inches of negative ease to ensure a snug, comfortable fit that stays in place during wear. The fabric has a bit of stretch, allowing it to fit securely without feeling tight.

Adjusting the size is easy. To customize the fit, simply start with an odd number of stitches and adjust the starting chain length to match your desired circumference. You can also modify the width by adding or subtracting rows to create a slimmer ear-warmer or a wider, extra-cozy headband.

Gauge Swatching

This pattern incorporates the cross-over single crochet stitch, resulting in a denser and more compact fabric. Consequently, the completed piece might narrow in width if the same hook size is used throughout.

To help you achieve the correct fit, I recommend:

Hook for Foundation Row: 5.0 mm
(Use this hook for the starting chain and Row 1 of single crochet)
Hook for Body of Pattern: 5.5 mm
(Switch to this hook once you begin the cross-over single crochet stitches)

Why swatch?

Each crocheter has a unique natural tension. Creating a small gauge swatch lets you verify your measurements before starting the complete project, ensuring your finished headband fits perfectly.

16 sts = 4"

14 rows = 4"

Using the 5mm hook, ch 37

Row 1 (RS): In the second ch from the hook, sc. Sc in each st across. 44 (46, 50, 54, 58, 66, 68, 72, 76 sc) Ch 1, turn.

Switch to 5.5mm hook,

Row 2 (WS): Sc in first st, skip next st, *sc in next st, sc in st before skipped st, repeat from* to end. Sc in last st. 44 (46, 50, 54, 58, 66, 68, 72, 76 sc) Ch 1, turn.

Row 3: (RS) Sc in first st. Sc in each st across. 44 (46, 50, 54, 58, 66, 68, 72, 76 sc)

Row 4 (WS): Sc in first st, skip next st, *sc in next st, sc in st before skipped st, repeat from* to end. Sc in last st. 44 (46, 50, 54, 58, 66, 68, 72, 76 sc) Ch 1, turn.

Rows 5-22: repeat rows 3 and 4.

Row 23: Sc in first st. Sc in each st across.

Check your gauge and adjust as needed.

Abbriviations

ch - Chain
sc - Single Crochet
sc blo - Single Crochet Back Loop
st - Stitch
rep - Repeat
rs - Right Side
wr - Wrong Side

Headband Instructions

Sizes: NB, (0-3, 3-6, 6-12, Toddler, Child, Small Adult, Medium Adult, Large Adult)

Using the 5mm hook, ch 45 (47, 51, 55, 59, 67, 69, 73, 77)

Row 1 (RS): In the second ch from the hook, sc. Sc in each st across. 44 (46, 50, 54, 58, 66, 68, 72, 76 sc) Ch 1, turn.

Switch to 5.5mm hook, Row 2 (WS): Sc in first st, skip next st, *sc in next st, sc in st before skipped st, repeat from * to end. Sc in last st. 44 (46, 50, 54, 58, 66, 68, 72, 76 sc) Ch 1, turn.

Row 3: (RS) Sc in first st. Sc in each st across. 44 (46, 50, 54, 58, 66, 68, 72, 76 sc)

Row 4 (WS): Sc in first st, skip next st, sc in next st, sc in st before skipped st, repeat from to end. Sc in last st. 44 (46, 50, 54, 58, 66, 68, 72, 76 sc) Ch 1, turn.

Sizes NB (0-3, 3-6, 6-12, Toddler, Child) rows 5-10 repeat rows 3 and 4.

Row 11: Sc in first st. Sc in each st across. 44 (46, 50, 54, 58, 66)

Sizes Small Adult (Medium Adult and Large Adult) Rows 5-16 repeat rows 3 and 4

Row 17: Sc in first st. Sc in each st across. 66 (72, 76 sc)

Fasten off, leaving a tail about 12" long to sew the headband together

Sewing The Headband Together

Lay the piece flat with the wrong side facing down and the right side facing up. Bring both short ends toward the center so they meet in the middle. (You will now be working on the wrong side of the headband.)

Fold each end in half to create four layers, aligning the edges neatly. “Sandwich” the layers together and sew across the edge, working through all four layers to secure the seam. Fasten off and weave in ends. Flip right side out.

Whether you’re crocheting for yourself, making thoughtful handmade gifts, or creating items for markets, the Riverbend Headband is a versatile project you’ll come back to again and again. Its simple stitch pattern, modern texture, and easy customization make it a relaxing and rewarding make. If you give this headband a try, I’d love to see your finished pieces—share your photos on Instagram and tag @jvcro_chet so I can cheer you on and feature your work. Happy crocheting!

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