25 Free Crochet Bandana Patterns for All Skill Levels (2024)

Crochet bandanas are in! These retro hair accessories are having a major moment. And making your own crochet bandanas and headscarves is a fun way to get in on the trend. Keep reading for a list of our favorite 25 free crochet bandana patterns!

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Crochet Bandanas and Headscarf Patterns

Whether you call them bandanas, kerchiefs, or headscarves – these crochet patterns aren’t just stylish, they’re super practical too!

In this post, you’ll find 25 fun, free bandana patterns to try. From classic triangle bandanas to granny square designs and rectangular headscarves, there’s something here for every taste.

Odds are, these crochet bandanas will become your new go-to hair accessory. Tie one on to fix a bad hair day, protect your head from the sun, or keep your hair out of your face.

And if you’re a pet lover, consider making a matching, tie-on bandana for your furry friend’s neck! (Of course, you can make them for your human friends, too!)

25 Crochet Bandana Patterns

Take a look at these free crochet bandana patterns for your next project. Happy crocheting!

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Crochet Bandana

This cute, granny stripe crochet bandana is a great project for beginners. It uses basic stitches including the chain, double crochet, and slip stitch. When you’re done, you’ll have a chic, granny-stitch triangle with ties for easy wearing!

Designer: Sarah Maker

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton

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Eyelet Bandana

Photo Credit:www.ravelry.com

This beginner-level pattern features the shell stitch and lots of breathability. It’s made with cotton yarn and is ideal for summer days. If you love this pattern, you can even make a matching bandana for your pup (see the pattern for inspiration)!

Designer: Emily Kessler

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK

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Picot Bandana

Photo Credit:theturtletrunk.com

This bandana features tons of texture using the picot single crochet. The pattern is available in three different sizes, so you can make it as a head covering for children or adults. This pattern is ideal for the advanced beginner.

Designer: The Turtle Trunk

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Color Theory

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Barley Bandana

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This breezy bandana is made with fingering yarn and comes in three sizes - toddler, child, and adult. You’ll need to be able to work the puff stitch and v-puff stitch to get the fun textures in this bandana pattern. This lightweight design is perfect for spring and summer wearing!

Designer: Woodland Stitchcraft

Yarn weight: Fingering

Suggested yarn: WeCrochet Comfy

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Granny Bandana

Photo Credit:www.anniedesigncrochet.com

Made with flowery granny squares, this colorful crochet hair bandana pattern will both keep your hair back and create a carefree look for those long summer days. You’ll need to make ten granny squares and five granny triangles to complete this pattern. This project would be a great stash buster!

Designer: Annie Design Crochet

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: KnitPicks Cotlin

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Bobble Kerchief

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This lacy, bobble stitch pattern is created with a four-row repeat. This small and simple project is a great way to practice the bobble stitch! It's chic design is an airy, lightweight way to keep your hair out of your face in the summer months.

Designer: Pattern Paradise

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: Cascade Ultra Pima

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Lacy Crochet Kerchief

Photo Credit:kristentendyke.com

You’ll start out this pattern by making a thick band that’s worked in rows until it fits your head well. After making the band, you’ll center the lacy triangle and work outward. This attractive kerchief pattern is best for advanced beginners.

Designer: Kristen TenDyke Designs

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Color Theory

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Crochet Bandana Pattern

Photo Credit:www.nickishomemadecrafts.com

This bandana pattern uses the linked double crochet - as well as other basic stitches - and features a beautiful, scalloped border. It’s an easy and attractive way to keep your hair back whether you’re working outside, taking a walk, or grabbing coffee with a friend.

Designer: Nicki’s Homemade Crafts

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: Mary Maxim Sunrise

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Autumn Breeze Bandana

Photo Credit:hayhaycrochet.com

Here’s a delicate, drapey pattern that’s easy to work and is perfect for beginners. It’s made with repeated granny triangles that you could crochet while relaxing with your favorite tv show. A video tutorial is also included.

Designer: HayHay Crochet

Yarn weight: Sport

Suggested yarn: Lion Brand A Star is Born: Oh Baby Yarn

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Free Head Kerchief Crochet Pattern

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Here’s a quick project that uses only one skein of the suggested yarn and works up in no time! It’s made with the moss stitch and creates a breathable, loose fabric. If you want, try adding some beads to the end for a chic, boho vibe!

Designer: Heart Hook Home

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: WeCrochet Dishie Cotton

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Easy Crochet Bandana

Photo Credit:www.marchingnorth.com

This super simple granny triangle bandana is great for beginner crocheters. Although it’s a quick project, its simplicity also lends well to crocheting while watching tv or riding in the car. Using cotton yarn creates a cool, washable fabric that’s great for summer wearing!

Designer: Marching North

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: I Love This Cotton

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Lazy Summer Kerchief

Photo Credit:www.mooglyblog.com

Instead of ties, this summer kerchief is made with a hairband so you can easily slip it on and off your head. This makes it ideal for sliding on little ones, and the pattern is available in four sizes - baby, toddler/child, child/teen, and adult. Slip on this breezy pattern and head out to make some summer memories!

Designer: Tamara Kelly

Yarn weight: Sport

Suggested yarn: Omega Sinfonia Cotton Yarn

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Crochet Checkered Triangle Hair Scarf

Photo Credit:justbcrafty.com

This intermediate-level crochet hair scarf pattern uses the corner-to-corner (C2C) technique to create an integrative, colorful design. If you’re not familiar with C2C, this is a great chance to give it a try on a small, simple project. Video tutorials are included for both the pattern itself and the C2C technique.

Designer: Just Be Crafty

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Big Twist Value

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Crochet Cottagecore Inspired Bandana

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Cottagecore is a style that’s inspired by a rural way of living. This easy, feminine bandana is made using the shell stitch for a delicate-looking piece. Using a simple, repeated stitch pattern, this project is great for beginners.

Designer: Selina Veronique

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Feels Like Butta

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Mini Granny Square Bandana

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This simple pattern is made with 36 tiny granny squares as well as 12 half granny square triangles. You can use a single crochet join or simple seaming to join your squares and triangles together. To make this pattern, you’ll need to know how to chain, single crochet, double crochet, and work the picot stitch.

Designer: Da’s Crochet Connection

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: LB Collection Cotton Bamboo

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Lacy Crochet Hair Kerchief

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This lacy, vintage bandana is a super lightweight and breezy way to keep your hair out of your face in warm summer months. It’s an intermediate pattern that uses the webbed lace stitch to achieve its delicate design.

Designer: Banana Moon Studio

Yarn weight: Fingering

Suggested yarn: WeCrochet Comfy

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Beautiful Shells Bandana

Photo Credit:thesnugglery.net

Here’s a beautiful, two-tone shell stitch bandana pattern that’s made by alternating the shell stitch with framework chain rows. A bandana is a great way to give this technique a try. If you love it, you can keep going and make a whole shawl!

Designer: The Snugglery

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK

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Happy Camper Crochet Hair Bandana

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This super easy pattern is worked using the magic circle, chain stitch, and double crochet. You’ll also need to know how to single crochet 2 stitches together. This quick, enjoyable pattern makes a great gift for giving to friends!

Designer: Stellar Threads

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: JoAnn Big Twist

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Crochet Bandana Headband

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This cheery headband would be a great piece for summer days or for back-to-school outfits. It comes in one size that fits most, but it’s not hard to adjust to your preferences.

Designer: Bursting Stitches

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: Cascade Yarns Sunseeker

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Tunisian Crochet Lace Bandana

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This advanced pattern uses Tunisian crochet to make a gorgeous and detailed lace bandana. It’s worked from tip to bottom and features a boho-style beaded tassel. You’ll need to be able to work eyelets, increases, decreases, and lace patterns to make this project.

Designer: Yarn Andy

Yarn weight: Sport

Suggested yarn: WeCrochet Comfy Sport

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Oopsy Daisy Bandana

Photo Credit:www.ravelry.com

This festive bandana is made using small granny squares and granny triangles. Its lacy border adds a finishing touch. This pattern uses basic stitches, as well as the cluster stitch and picot stitch.

Designer: Carol-Lynn Gee

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/6

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Bead and Lace Crochet Kerchief

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This pattern is made using the bead and lace stitch. It alternates between solid rows and eyelets for a textured, interesting look. You can easily adjust the size of this repeated triangle pattern to fit a child, teen, or adult.

Designer: CrochetnCrafts

Yarn weight: Sport

Suggested yarn: Premier Cotton Fair

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Crochet Head Scarf

Photo Credit:www.windingroadcrochet.com

This free crochet head scarf pattern offers a lightweight option for holding your hair back while staying cool in the summer. This scarf easily ties around any size head, but you can make it longer or shorter to suit your preferences. This simple pattern also makes a great stash buster!

Designer: Winding Road Crochet

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Caron Cotton Cakes

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Crochet Lacy Headscarf

Photo Credit:www.lululoves.co.uk

This lacy headscarf gives off a vintage vibe that’s super airy and cool for summer weather. It’s quick to make and looks beautiful in nearly any color. You’ll need to know how to chain, single crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet to make this pattern.

Designer: Lulu Loves

Yarn weight: Fingering

Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Catona

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Puff Love Headscarf

Photo Credit:https://blametheknots.com

This crochet headband features a simple, repeated pattern using single crochets and puff stitches. While you can use nearly any yarn for this pattern (it’s really a great stash buster!), a lot of people like to use a stretchier option for crochet headscarves. This quick and fun project is a great option for gift-giving!

Designer: Blame the Knots

Yarn weight: DK

Suggested yarn: Kersti DK Solids

Can beginners crochet a bandana?

Yes! Bandanas are an excellent project for crochet beginners because of their smaller size and simple patterns. They’re also a great way to try out new crochet stitches and skills without the commitment of a larger project.

Some of the best patterns for beginners in this list include theCrochet Bandana(#1), theAutumn Breeze Bandana(#9), and theEasy Crochet Bandana(#11).

And, of course, we always recommend reading through a pattern and reviewing the techniques used before getting started.

Supplies for Crochet Bandanas

To make a crochet bandana, you’ll need to collect these supplies:

  • Crochet hook(s)
  • Yarn
  • Other notions(tapestry needle, scissors, stitch markers, beads, etc.)

What yarn is best for making crochet bandanas?

Lightweight cotton yarns are an excellent choice for making crochet bandanas. They’re comfy, hold their shape, and are easy to clean.

On the other hand, cozy wool or acrylic blends can be a great option if you’re making a bandana that you plan to wear in the winter.

Some of our top yarn choices for bandanas include Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton, WeCrochet Dishie, and Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK.

Crochet Techniques for Bandanas and Headscarves

Here are some of the techniques and stitches you might need to know for crocheting your bandana or headscarf:

  • Magic circle
  • Basic stitches, like single, double, and treble crochet.
  • Increasing and Decreasing
  • Granny squares
  • Picot stitch
  • Puff stitch
  • Bobble stitch
  • Moss stitch
  • Color changes

Tips for Crocheting Bandanas and Headscarves

Check your gauge.

Before diving in, whip up a gauge swatch. Because a bandana is a wearable item, you’ll want to ensure that your project fits just right. If your gauge is off, switch to a larger or smaller hook as needed.

Adjust the size as you go.

Most patterns are adaptable to fit children, teens, or adults. Feel free to try on your project as you crochet and tweak the size as needed. Add a few rows to make it bigger, or subtract a few to make it smaller.

Choose the best fiber content for your project.

Before picking out your yarn, consider when you’ll wear your bandana. Is it for winter wear? Will it be keeping your hair back in the summer months while you hang out at the beach or weed the garden?

Breathable cotton and lightweight yarns are great for the summer months. For colder times, wool or acrylics will keep you warm and cozy.

More Crochet Patterns

If you liked these free crochet hat patterns, you might be interested in these other crochet articles:

  • 25 Free Crochet Hat and Beanie Patterns
  • 25 Free Easy Crochet Scarf Patterns for Beginners
  • 25 Crochet Headbands and Ear Warmer Patterns
  • 25 Free Crochet Shawls and Wrap Patterns
  • 25 Free Crochet Poncho Patterns You’ll Love
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