Refresh your hair look with Free Crochet Openwork Headband Pattern, for comfort style and gifting while adding a charming touch to any day.

A delicate band filled with pretty gaps can add charm to any look and is easy for anyone to use because all you need is a simple wrap around your head and a tie in the back. This Free Crochet Openwork Headband Pattern brings gentle elegance with its open and airy design making it perfect for every season. Whether you want to keep your hair out of your face on a busy day feel cool in summer or just add something special for a party this handy accessory does it all.

Free Crochet Openwork Headband Pattern Perfect for Summer

The Crochet Openwork Headband pattern offers a creative way to play with colors and yarns—so anyone can make their very own style. The openwork pattern not only looks lovely but also keeps it lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear. This headband is quick to make great for last-minute gifts and wonderful for bringing a little joy and beauty to everyday life for people of all ages.

Crochet Lacy Headband with Ties Pattern

Materials

• Yarn: 20g cotton DK weight or similar
• Hook: 3.5 mm crochet hook
• Notions:
  • Scissors
  • Tapestry/yarn needle
  • Ruler or measuring tape (to check gauge/size)

Finished Measurements

• Headband Panel: Approx. 45 cm (length) × 6 cm (width)
• Ties (each): Approx. 26–27 cm (length)

Key Abbreviations (US Terms)

Abbreviation	Meaning
ch	chain
sl st	slip stitch
sc	single crochet
hdc	half double crochet
dc	double crochet
st(s)	stitch(es)
rep	repeat
RS	right side
WS	wrong side

Special Notes

• The width is easily adjustable: increase “increasing rows” before working the openwork (mesh) section.
• The length of the headband (before ties) can be easily adjusted—add or remove rows as needed.
• Ties are made using foundation chains and reinforced with a row of slip or single crochets (sc) for durability.

Pattern

Center Panel: Increasing

Row 1 (Foundation):

• Make a slip knot, ch 4.
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• (First ch = base; following 3 chains = first dc.)
• In the first ch (the one closest to the slip knot), work 2 dc.
  (3 sts)

Row 2:

• Turn, ch 3 (counts as first dc of row).
• Dc in same st as turning ch (increase made).
• Dc in each next st across, until last st. In the last st, 2 dc (increase at end).
  (5 sts)

Row 3:

• Turn, ch 3. Dc in first st (increase).
• Dc in each st across to last st, 2 dc in last st (increase).
  (7 sts)

Row 4:

• Turn, ch 3. Dc in first st (increase).
• Dc in each st across, 2 dc in last st.
  (9 sts)

Row 5:

• Turn, ch 3. Dc in first st (increase).
• Dc across, 2 dc in last st.
  (11 sts)
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Note:
To make the headband wider, repeat Row 5 (increase at both ends) as needed until desired width is reached.

Body: Lacy Openwork Section

Row 6:

• Turn, ch 3 (counts as dc), ch 1 (for mesh separation),
  [Skip 1 st, dc in next st, ch 1, skip 1, dc] … repeat pattern to end.
• Repeat until end of row. You should have 11 sts at all times (odd number).

Row 7:

• Turn, ch 1 (does NOT count as a st).
• Work hdc in every dc and every ch-1 sp across (working both in the dc and in the “hole”/chain space).
• Last hdc goes into the 3rd ch of the turning ch of previous row.

Row 8 (Repeat Row 6):

• Turn, ch 3, ch 1, skip 1, dc in next st, ch 1, repeat across.

Row 9 (Repeat Row 7):

• Turn, ch 1, hdc in each dc and each chain space across.

Repeat Rows 8 and 9 until your panel measures 30–32 cm (from the first openwork row to the last), or as desired for your head circumference.

Decreasing for Tapered End

Now you will mirror the initial shaping at the other end:

Decrease Row 1:

• Turn, ch 3 (counts as dc).
• Skip 1st hdc, dc in next st and each st to last 2 sts,
• When 2 sts remain:
  • Yarn over, insert in next st, pull up loop, yarn over, pull through two loops (leave 2 loops on hook),
  • Yarn over, insert in last st, pull up loop, yarn over, pull through two, (3 loops on hook), yarn over, pull through all (dc2tog made—a decrease).

Continue decreasing at both ends every row:

• Turn, ch 3 (does NOT count as a st),
• dc2tog in first two sts, dc across to last 2 sts, dc2tog over last 2 sts.

Continue until only 3 sts remain. (Repeat as many rows as necessary.)

• Then, decrease to 2 then to 1 st.
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Ties (Make 2)

Without cutting the yarn:

1. For first tie:
   • Ch 50.
   • (Optional: sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each chain back to the base—using the back (bump) loop of chain.)
2. Continue with border as described below.

Border

• Work sc evenly along both sides and around the openwork edges for a neat and strong finish.
  • Along straight edges: work 2 sc around the edge of each dc, 1 sc in each hdc.
• When reaching the opposite tapered end:
  • Repeat tie: ch 50, sc back along the chain.
• Continue working border with sc’s back to the starting point to complete the outline.

Finishing

1. Slip stitch or join to first sc. Cut yarn.
2. Weave in ends securely on the WS (wrong side).
3. Gently block the final piece for even, flat look, if desired.
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Conclusion

Your headband is now complete—a quick, attractive, and practical project suitable for gifts, charity, or sale. The design is easily adjustable—just lengthen or shorten the main panel or ties as desired.

Pattern Corrections & Tips

• Always count stitches at the end of every row to keep sides straight and mesh aligned.
• Work edge sc into the “side” of rows for a smooth finish.
• For narrow/looser/shorter/wider: adjust foundation, number of increase/decrease rows, or repeat rows as needed.
• Ties may be made longer or shorter to taste.
• Use a neat color for a striking accessory, or work in color blocks for variety.