A Very Hungry Caterpillar Headband

A Very Hungry Caterpillar Headband

I love the children’s book, “A Very Hungry Caterpillar” by Eric Carle. March 20 this year is the day we celebrate this book. So, I wanted to make something quick, cute and easy!!!!

Size:  

This fits a 20-22” head circumference if the ends are whipstitched together; however if you use buttons then it becomes adjustable to fit smaller sizes.

Gauge:

8 SC x 6 rows = 2”x 2”

Materials:

—#4 worsted weight yarn; I used Mainstays yarn from Wal-Mart in red, green, yellow and purple 

—4.0mm hook

—tapestry needle

—3 buttons (optional)

U.S. Stitch Abbreviations:

Ch:  chain

St:  stitch(es)

Sl st:  slip stitch

SC:  single crochet

HDC:  half double crochet

Rep:  repeat

FO:  fasten off

MR:  magic ring 

Directions:

For the band:

1.  Ch 76.  SC 75.  Ch1 and turn. (75)

2-8.  SC 75.  Ch1 and turn.  At the end of Row 8, FO and leave a long tail.  75)

Now, you can add 3 buttons, vertically, on one end, to make this adjustable for different head sizes.  If you opt to whip stitch the ends together, like I did, then the band is going to fit a 20-21” head circumference.

Inner Eyes (yellow):   

Make two

1.  10 HDC into MR.  Sl st join and Ch1. (10)

2.  2 HDC in each st around.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (20)

3.  2 HDC in first st, 1 HDC in next st.  Repeat around. Sl st join and FO.  Leave a long tail for attaching  

Outer Eyes (green):

Make two

1.  10 HDC into MR.  Sl st join and Ch1. (10)

2.  2 HDC in each st around.  Sl st join and FO.  Leave a long tail for attaching.  (20)

Antennas (purple):

Make 2

1.  MR.  6SC.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (6)

2.  6 SC.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (6)

3.  2 SC first st, 1 SC next st.  Repeat around.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (9) 

4-7.  SC in each st around.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (6)

8.  SC in each st around.  FO and leave a long tail for attaching.  (6) 

See pics for placement of eyes and antennas.  

And, that’s it for this super cute “A Very Hungry Caterpillar” Headband!!!

Check out my blog for my other “A Very Hungry Caterpillar” projects...

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Ponytail Headband Video

 I have finally added an Updated video to YouTube for my Basic Ponytail Headband Pattern!!! 

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Luxurious Pink Ponytail Headband

One pattern equals two designs!!!  Here’s a look at one of my new designs. It has everything you want in a Headband/Ponytail Warmer. Super soft, luxurious velvety yarn in Dusty Pink. Stylish and versatile pattern to keep your ears toasty warm during the cold weather.

Luxurious Pink Ponytail Headband

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Buffalo Plaid Ponytail Ear Warmer/Headband

In plaid-mode at the moment, I decided to make a “Buffalo Plaid Ponytail Ear Warmer/Headband.” Cute for my head, secures my ponytail and will definitely keep my ears toasty warm.  Plus, the plaid-look is so stylish and fashionable- I see it everywhere.

I hope you all will enjoy making this as much as I did in designing it.  I'd love to see your finished projects and share your pictures.

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Buffalo Plaid Ponytail Ear Warmer/Headband Pattern

Size:  This will fit the average Teen - Adult.  It measures 4" wide.  To make smaller, adjust the number of rows you complete.  A good rule of thumb, is to test length as you go to make sure you get the right fit for your head. 

Gauge:  8 HDC st x 5 rows = 2"

Materials:

--5.0mm hook

--ponytail holder

--stitch markers

--RHSS yarn in red, black and claret (or any brand of #4 worsted weight yarn) - it takes a total of 100-130 yards

--small amount of #5 bulky yarn in white (I used Yarn Bee's Fleece Lite in Quartz) for the trim

--tapestry needle for weaving ends

U.S. Stitch Abbreviations:

Ch:  chain

Sl st:  slip stitch

St:  stitch(es)

SC:  single crochet

HDC:  half double crochet 

Rep:  repeat

Sk:  skip

FO:  fasten off

Special Note:

This is a variation to my Basic Ponytail Ear Warmer/Headband pattern.  If you are not familiar with it, you can check out the pattern HERE...  From there, you can also find the link to my video tutorial on Youtube.

Plaid Stitch:
1.  First row you will work HDC st with black and claret.
2.  Second row you will with HDC st with claret and red.  
3.  You will be carrying over your yarn so just keep the color not in use to the back as you carry it over and then just pick up when you are ready to use it. 
 

Directions: 
1.  Sl st join black yarn to the ponytail holder and Ch1.  Make 24 SC around holder.  (If you don't have a ponytail holder, you can Ch20, sl st join to first ch to form a ring and then make 24 SC st).  Sl st join to first st and Ch1.  (24)
2.  1 HDC in each st around.  Sl st join to first st and Ch1.  (24)
3.  Rep #2.  Sl st join to first st and stop for a moment. 

Stitch Marker Placement:
You will place a stitch marker at the following stitches:  #1, #9, #13 and #21.  You are going to be working between st markers #1 and #9 to make the band.  Once you make the numbered rows, you will join the last row at and between stitch markers #13 and #21.

Now, you are ready to continue crocheting.  From here forward, you will be working between stitch #1 and #9.

4. With black yarn, Ch2 (this counts as the first HDC st).  Make 2 more HDC st in the next 2 st.  Before completing the 2nd HDC st, you will want to switch to claret yarn and complete the stitch.  HDC in the next 3 st with the claret yarn.  Before completing the 3rd st, you will want to switch back to the black yarn to complete the 3rd st.  HDC in the next 3 st with black yarn. 
5.  With claret yarn, Ch2 (this counts as the first HDC st).  Make 2 more HDC in the next 2 st.  Before completing the 2nd HDC st, you will want to switch to red yarn and complete the stitch.  HDC in the next 3 st with red yarn.  Before completing the 3rd st, you will want to switch back to the claret yarn to complete the 3rd st.  HDC in the next 3 st with claret yarn.  

6-45.  You will continue repeating steps #4 and #5 until you have completed 45 rows (or the number of rows you need to fit your head)

46.  Now, you are ready to sl st join Row 45 to the stitches between stitch markers #13 and #21 of Round 3.  FO all yarn and weave ends.
47.  Join claret in the side stitch of Row 4 and Ch1.  Evenly SC from Row 4 to Row 45.  FO and weave ends.
48.  Rep #47 on opposite side.  
49.  With your bulky yarn, join in any stitch and Ch1.  HDC in same st and around.  Sl st join to first st and FO.  Weave ends.
50.  Rep #49 on opposite side.  

 

 

And, that completes your Buffalo Plaid Ponytail Ear Warmer/Headband.  I'm very pleased with the outcome of this project and hope you all will enjoy making this stylish and warm Ear Warmer for yourselves or to gift to others.

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Kid's Cozy Headband

After I completed my Cozy Toddler Pullover, I felt like I needed something to accessorize the Pullover.  So, I had enough Aqua yarn leftover to make a cute Headband.

Kid's Cozy Headband

Difficulty Level:  Easy

Size:  This will fit a 20" head circumference -- so most toddlers!!!

Materials:
--5.0mm hook
--Vanna's Choice by Lion Brand in Aqua (#4 worsted weight yarn); I used what I had leftover from the Pullover.  (For reference. 2 skeins of the Aqua yarn will make the Pullover and the headband)
--small amount of coordinating #4 Yarn for the flower
--less than 1/2 yd of white yarn to make center of flower

U.S. Stitch Abbreviations:
Ch:  chain
Sl st:  slip stitch
St:  stitch(es)
SC:  single crochet
HDC:  half double croche
FO:  fasten off
MR:  magic ring

Special stitch:
1.  HDC stitch -- for Rows 2 - 5 -- you will be working the HDC stitch into the 3rd loop that was created from the previous row and not into the stitch itself; this creates the beautiful texture for this!!!  Now, of course, you can just work the HDC into the stitch itself, but I'm not certain what the texture will be if doing it this way...

Directions:
Headband:
1.  Ch71.  HDC in 2nd ch from hook and across.  Ch1 and turn.  (70)
2. SC in first st, HDC in 3rd loop of next st....repeat across, with last stitch being a HDC.  Ch1 and turn.  (70)
3.  HDC in 3rd loop of the first st, SC in the next st...repeat across, with last st being a SC.  Ch1 and turn.  (70)
4-5.  Repeat #2 and #3.
6.  FO, leaving a long enough tail to whipstitch the 2 ends together.

Flower:
(I used a lighter shade of Aqua yarn.).
1.  MR with Ch1.  *3 HDC into MR. Sl st into MR.* Repeat this for a total of 5 times.
2.  *Sl st into first st, Sl st into second st. Into the same second st, 3 HDC, Ch1, 3 HDC.  Sl st into the third st* rep around.
3.  *On this round, we will be working on the backside of the flower.  So, make sure you have sl st into the back loop of first st.  Ch6.  Now, join yarn with a sl st on the backside of the other end of the 6-cluster stitches made.*  Repeat until you have made 10.
4.  Using white yarn, Ch3.  Sl st into first ch.  Then attach to center of flower.  Weave ends.
5.  Using your tapestry needle and yarn, attach flower to Headband.  Weave ends.

Happy Crocheting...

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