Materials:
- 50g Dk yarn
- 4mm crochet hook
Special Stitches: Close shell stitch
Row 1: 3tr into 4th ch from hook, miss 2ch, 1dc into next ch, *miss 2ch, 4tr into next ch, miss 2ch, 1dc into next ch; rep from * to end, 3ch turn.
Row 2: 2tr into dc, *1dc between 2nd and 3rd tr, 4tr into dc; rep from * to end, 1dc between last tr and t-ch, 3ch, turn.
Repeat row 2.
To begin Main Headband: Ch 19.
Work in Close Shell Stitch until work measures 46cm/18” (approx 52 rows) or until desired length.
Turn outside in and join short edges with a slip stitch. Fasten off.
Mock Bow: Ch 13
Work 10 rows in Close Shell stitch. Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew.
Using the picture as a guide, wrap the small piece around the headband seam and stitch into place.
I hope you enjoyed crocheting this headband. I made mine in a beautiful silk and wool blend yarn but you could experiment with different textures and colours. You might also like to add a statement button to the mock bow - a bit of bling works wonders!
