Uploaded September 2024 | Updated September 2026, 22 hours ago
How to crochet an easy textured ear warmer worked in your favorite worsted weight yarn that is perfect for Fall and Winter with the cozy texture that is created from a modified even berry stitch pattern. 4 sizes included!
This pattern is created by working a combination of single crochets and treble crochets.
You can work an ear warmer in different ways, but I wanted this to be a beginner friendly pattern so I've chosen a rectangle design. What I love about this design is that after just 4 - 6 rows, you can measure the width and will know right off the bat if it will be the height you want for your ear warmer. Then, you work up the entire length and can just measure with a soft tape measure to make sure the length is correct to fit your head circumference. It takes the guess work out, and doesn't require any additional work for checking gauge (I know many of us don't like to do that anyway).
If you prefer a different weight, check out these:
- Lightweight 3 Yarn: youtube.com/watch?v=02qnTINctlo
- Worsted Weight 4 Yarn, Twisted Join: youtube.com/watch?v=OjjILRu9ju0
- Chunky Weight 5 Yarn: youtu.be/q4zj0mWzlFo
- Super Bulky Weight 6 Yarn, Twisted Join: youtu.be/a3rQH9YMhpg
You May Like These Other Little Pebbles Crochet Projects:
- Worsted Weight Washcloth Video Tutorial: youtu.be/KHym3qkFfTQ
- Worsted Weight Scarf, Free Crochet Pattern: eyeloveknots.com/2020/12/little-pebbles-scarf-free-crochet-pattern.html
This post contains affiliate links.
You'll need 60 (80, 90) Yards of Worsted Weight Yarn - I used Lion Brand Wool Ease in Forest Green Heather, an H8/5mm crochet hook, tapestry needle, and soft tape measure (gauge is essential).
Buy Lion Brand Wool Ease: shrsl.com/2bnl2
Material Notes:
Acrylic yarns, like Lion Brand Jeans, work well for ear warmers when it's just cool out and not too windy. To help protect against the wind, I would recommend an animal fiber. The more animal fiber within the yarn, the better it will protect against the wind and the warmer it will be. My favorite yarns for ear warmers are wool blends. If you are allergic to wool, but looking for a different animal fiber, try Alpaca.
Yarn Alternatives:
Cozy Wool Blends:
- Berroco Vintage (similar): tinyurl.com/yc4shp9t
- Araucania Huasco Kettle Dyed Yarn (splurge): tinyurl.com/bdhvce8z
Cozy Non-Wool Alpaca Blends:
- Ella Rae Cozy Alpaca: tinyurl.com/2z5hbxxu
Acrylic Yarns:
- Lion Brand Heartland: shrsl.com/35ibf
- Lion Brand Jeans: tinyurl.com/yc2p2r3n
I love my Koi Fish ergonomic crochet hook from SiennasBowtique on Etsy: tidd.ly/3AKVOMr
Time Spent:
I had the Adult Small size finished in just about an hour.
Measurements - Width x Height - before Seaming:
- Toddler: 3 1/2" Wide by 17" - 17 3/8" Long
- Child & Adult Small: 4 1/4" Wide by 19" - 19 3/8" Long
- Adult Large: 4 1/4" Wide by 20 1/2" - 20 3/4" Long
The width will be equal to the height of the band. You could always adjust it to be a thinner or thicker band.
Overall, you want your finished rectangle to be about 2" - 2 1/2" smaller than your head circumference. This can vary depending on your yarn choice and the fit you like best (ie comfortable but loose fit or for it to fit like a hug).
If you are working the PLT join, your rectangle should be measuring approximately 3/8" smaller as this is about how much the last row will add.
Gauge:
Measure in pattern after working 4 - 6 rows. This will equal the width measurements I've provided, and is equal to the height of the band. Heightwise, the most important thing is to measure the finished rectangle to ensure it is the correct size so it will fit well. I found that regardless of my yarn choice, 1 row was about 3/8" tall.
Join Note:
I'm showing how to mattress stitch in this video. For the whipstitch join, you'll want to visit my worsted weight version and skip to 15:03: youtu.be/q4zj0mWzlFo
You can find the free written pattern on my EyeLoveKnots blog: eyeloveknots.com/2021/01/little-pebbles-earwarmer-free-crochet-pattern.html
Buy the ad-free, printer friendly PDF on Ravelry: ravelry.com/patterns/library/little-pebbles-earwarmer
Time Stamp:
00:00 Intro, Materials & Gauge
04:05 How to Make a Slip Knot
04:38 How to Crochet a Chain
04:53 How to Count Crochet Chains
05:02 Chart: How Many Chains by Size
05:36 Row 1 of Textured Pattern
10:01 How to Count Crochet Stitches
10:26 Row 2 & How to Single Crochet (US SC)
12:14 Repeat Textured Row
12:47 Repeat Single Crochet Row
14:15 Remaining Rows
14:58 How to Count Textured Crochet Rows
15:32 Checkpoint: Measure the Width
15:46 How to Adjust Size
16:14 Overview of Total Rows
16:30 Chart: How Many Rows by Size
16:43 Checkpoint: Measure the Length
17:23 Fasten Off
17:52 How to Whipstitch Crochet Ends Together
23:09 How to Weave in Crochet End
24:54 Fasten Off
25:01 Weave in Initial Tail End
27:24 Outro
How to crochet an easy textured ear warmer worked in your favorite worsted weight yarn that is perfect for Fall and Winter with the cozy texture that is created from a modified even berry stitch pattern. 4 sizes included!
This pattern is created by working a combination of single crochets and treble crochets.
You can work an ear warmer in different ways, but I wanted this to be a beginner friendly pattern so I've chosen a rectangle design. What I love about this design is that after just 4 - 6 rows, you can measure the width and will know right off the bat if it will be the height you want for your ear warmer. Then, you work up the entire length and can just measure with a soft tape measure to make sure the length is correct to fit your head circumference. It takes the guess work out, and doesn't require any additional work for checking gauge (I know many of us don't like to do that anyway).
If you prefer a different weight, check out these:
- Lightweight 3 Yarn: youtube.com/watch?v=02qnTINctlo
- Worsted Weight 4 Yarn, Twisted Join: youtube.com/watch?v=OjjILRu9ju0
- Chunky Weight 5 Yarn: youtu.be/q4zj0mWzlFo
- Super Bulky Weight 6 Yarn, Twisted Join: youtu.be/a3rQH9YMhpg
You May Like These Other Little Pebbles Crochet Projects:
- Worsted Weight Washcloth Video Tutorial: youtu.be/KHym3qkFfTQ
- Worsted Weight Scarf, Free Crochet Pattern: eyeloveknots.com/2020/12/little-pebbles-scarf-free-crochet-pattern.html
This post contains affiliate links.
You'll need 60 (80, 90) Yards of Worsted Weight Yarn - I used Lion Brand Wool Ease in Forest Green Heather, an H8/5mm crochet hook, tapestry needle, and soft tape measure (gauge is essential).
Buy Lion Brand Wool Ease: shrsl.com/2bnl2
Material Notes:
Acrylic yarns, like Lion Brand Jeans, work well for ear warmers when it's just cool out and not too windy. To help protect against the wind, I would recommend an animal fiber. The more animal fiber within the yarn, the better it will protect against the wind and the warmer it will be. My favorite yarns for ear warmers are wool blends. If you are allergic to wool, but looking for a different animal fiber, try Alpaca.
Yarn Alternatives:
Cozy Wool Blends:
- Berroco Vintage (similar): tinyurl.com/yc4shp9t
- Araucania Huasco Kettle Dyed Yarn (splurge): tinyurl.com/bdhvce8z
Cozy Non-Wool Alpaca Blends:
- Ella Rae Cozy Alpaca: tinyurl.com/2z5hbxxu
Acrylic Yarns:
- Lion Brand Heartland: shrsl.com/35ibf
- Lion Brand Jeans: tinyurl.com/yc2p2r3n
I love my Koi Fish ergonomic crochet hook from SiennasBowtique on Etsy: tidd.ly/3AKVOMr
Time Spent:
I had the Adult Small size finished in just about an hour.
Measurements - Width x Height - before Seaming:
- Toddler: 3 1/2" Wide by 17" - 17 3/8" Long
- Child & Adult Small: 4 1/4" Wide by 19" - 19 3/8" Long
- Adult Large: 4 1/4" Wide by 20 1/2" - 20 3/4" Long
The width will be equal to the height of the band. You could always adjust it to be a thinner or thicker band.
Overall, you want your finished rectangle to be about 2" - 2 1/2" smaller than your head circumference. This can vary depending on your yarn choice and the fit you like best (ie comfortable but loose fit or for it to fit like a hug).
If you are working the PLT join, your rectangle should be measuring approximately 3/8" smaller as this is about how much the last row will add.
Gauge:
Measure in pattern after working 4 - 6 rows. This will equal the width measurements I've provided, and is equal to the height of the band. Heightwise, the most important thing is to measure the finished rectangle to ensure it is the correct size so it will fit well. I found that regardless of my yarn choice, 1 row was about 3/8" tall.
Join Note:
I'm showing how to mattress stitch in this video. For the whipstitch join, you'll want to visit my worsted weight version and skip to 15:03: youtu.be/q4zj0mWzlFo
You can find the free written pattern on my EyeLoveKnots blog: eyeloveknots.com/2021/01/little-pebbles-earwarmer-free-crochet-pattern.html
Buy the ad-free, printer friendly PDF on Ravelry: ravelry.com/patterns/library/little-pebbles-earwarmer
Time Stamp:
00:00 Intro, Materials & Gauge
04:05 How to Make a Slip Knot
04:38 How to Crochet a Chain
04:53 How to Count Crochet Chains
05:02 Chart: How Many Chains by Size
05:36 Row 1 of Textured Pattern
10:01 How to Count Crochet Stitches
10:26 Row 2 & How to Single Crochet (US SC)
12:14 Repeat Textured Row
12:47 Repeat Single Crochet Row
14:15 Remaining Rows
14:58 How to Count Textured Crochet Rows
15:32 Checkpoint: Measure the Width
15:46 How to Adjust Size
16:14 Overview of Total Rows
16:30 Chart: How Many Rows by Size
16:43 Checkpoint: Measure the Length
17:23 Fasten Off
17:52 How to Whipstitch Crochet Ends Together
23:09 How to Weave in Crochet End
24:54 Fasten Off
25:01 Weave in Initial Tail End
27:24 Outro
