Monday, December 9, 2013

Granny Square Ear Warmers Tutorial


I'm excited to share this crochet pattern for these #fabulouslyfestive Granny Square Ear Warmers! I love ear warmers because they keep my ears warm and my hair off of my neck. Anyway, this pattern is easy, quick, and sure to get you in the festive spirit! This is my first written crochet pattern so if you see any errors please let me know!



Granny Square Ear Warmers
3 Colors Medium Weight Yarn
Size 6/G 4.25 Crochet Hook
Scissors
Yarn Needle

I used these three Red Heart Soft yarns from Joann's Craft Store


Basic Granny Square Pattern

Round 1: 
ch 4, sl st into 1st ch forming a circle, 
chain 3 dc 2 times into center of circle
*ch 2, dc 3 times into center of circle*
repeat from *'s 2 more times
ch 2, sl st to join round
ch 3 and turn

Round 2: 
dc 2 times into ch sp, ch 2, dc 3 times into ch sp
*ch 1, dc 3 times into ch sp, ch 2, dc 3 times into ch sp*
Repeat from *'s 2 more times
ch 1 sl st to join round

Round 3:
Change colors
In corner space, ch 3, dc 2 times into ch sp, 
ch 2, dc 3 times into ch sp,
*ch 1, dc 3 times into middle ch sp, 
ch 1, dc 3 times into corner ch sp, ch 2, 
dc 3 time into corner ch sp*
Repeat from *'s 2 more times
ch 1, dc 3 times into middle ch sp,
ch 1, sl st to join round

Round 4:
Change colors
In corner space, ch 3, dc 2 times into ch sp, 
ch 2, dc 3 times into ch sp
*ch 1, dc 3 times into ch sp, ch 1, dc 3 times into ch sp, 
ch 1, dc 3 times into corner sp, ch 2 dc 3 times into corner sp*
Repeat from *'s 2 more times
ch 1, dc 3 times into ch sp, ch 1, dc 3 times into ch sp, 
ch 1, sl st to join round

Weave in all yarn ends.

And here is the finished square:


You will need 4 completed granny squares for the ear warmers (or however many it takes to fit securely around your head.)

Construction:
Lay 2 squares right sides together and whip stitch along one side.
Repeat until ear warmers form a circle. Weave in all yarn ends. Here is the finished product:



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13 comments:

  1. I was actually thinking just the other day how I need some ear warmers, might give this a try!

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  2. Oh My goodness! Super Cute!!! Im going to have to try the pattern! Thanks for sharing your Talents!

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  3. I'm not a crocheter but your headband is gorgeous. It would look lovely wrapped around a gift too!

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  4. Very festive looking. Thanks for sharing the pattern.

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  5. What a cute ear warmer! By the way, you look just like my cousin in these pics! You are both beautiful!

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  6. So very cute! And thanks for the coupon. I am going to try real hard NOT to go there now...

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  7. very festive and pretty! You cannot go wrong with granny squares!

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  8. This is such an adorable pattern. Thanks so much for sharing and linking up to Thrifty Thursday.

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  9. You are AWESOME! I would never have imagined that a granny square ear warmer/headband would look SO GOOD! I really thank you for making and posting this for us :)

    I know this is shameless..but I would really love to see you share this at my Crochet Linky Party? Please :)
    Here is a link http://crochethappy.com/link-up-share-linky-party/

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  10. Looks fabulous! I saw you on Hookin' On Hump Day! Thank you for sharing the free pattern - I've pinned it :) Rhondda (Oombawka Design - Link & Share Wednesday - Every Wednesday!)

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