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30 Free Crochet Ear Warmer Patterns

The best thing about a warm ear warmer is the gentle fit against your face and the soft feeling of warmth and comfort. Here's a list of crochet ear warmer patterns I suggest to you this winter. Use these to make a hat or cowl, or maybe develop your creative design. If you're Looking for an easy project to add to your crafting list? There are so many fun crocheted ear warmer patterns that make great gifts or just ways to keep warm on a chilly winter day. Check out these different ear warmers that we have found. Some even match each other, and they all have matching scarves or cowls. Whether you want something colorful and girly or classic and cozy, there's an essential crochet ear warmer pattern for everyone!

Crochet Ear Warmer Patterns

Free Crochet Ear Warmer Patterns

The popularity of crocheting ear warmer patterns is on the rise. The winter months are when you will find many people wearing hats of all kinds, but there is something extra special about being able to make your crochet headband patterns. Some people prefer crocheting from patterns that are already available, while some like to create their own, depending on what they want it for and how they want it to look based on the colors and sizes that fit their needs. We'll surely try to get your cover in this list in which category you fall. Whether you are looking for a simple pattern or need an intermediate project, you will find an incredible variety of patterns to choose from. Matching cowls and scarves make it easy to create a set or give as a pair.

Crochet Xoxo Ear Warmer:

Crochet Xoxo Ear Warmer

The XOXO Crochet Ear warmer is like the others in the set and is designed to match the Cowl and Mitts in this series. With simple stitches and lots of texture, they stitch up quickly while keeping you warm. They also use less than a skein of yarn, so they’re great for your finer yarn stash. It features a new stitch, the puff stitch pattern, that gives it a different look than most of your other textured patterns. It’s fun, fast, and has tons of wearing possibilities. The sizes range from baby to adult and include options for using bobbles or beads instead of puff stitches.

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Slightly Twisted Ear Warmer

Slightly Twisted Ear Warmer

The Slightly Twisted Ear Warmer Crochet Pattern is a super-fast project that yields results beyond your expectations. You can make this ear warmer if you know how to crochet a rectangle. Brighten up winter with this colorful, cozy piece! We’ve provided the pattern for adult and child sizes to fit all ages. The stitch pattern looks beautifully textured, but this ear warmer becomes recognizable as a simple rectangle only when worn. It’s a quick and easy project that you can make in just one evening!

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Crochet Eve Ear Warmer

Eve Ear Warmer

Crochet yourself a beautiful, warm crochet eve ear warmer. This ear warmer works up super quickly because of the bulky weight yarn! You can whip one up in less than one hour! The tutorial includes photos to help you along the way. These Crochet Eve Warmers are the perfect accessory for any outfit and season! Crochet them in a solid color yarn, or use up those leftover bits of wool from your stash, that you've been meaning to work with. The warmer is a free crochet pattern, and the hat works up super quickly because of the bulky weight yarn. You can whip one up in less than one hour. The design makes for a perfect last-minute gift for your loved ones, even for yourself!

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Simple Ear Warmer

Simple Ear Warmer

Simple crochet ear warmers with a twist! These quick and easy crochet ear warmers are the best! They’re so easy to make (very suitable for a beginner crocheter!), and they are a great stash buster. They are perfect for keeping ears warm and covering up messy or uneven hair – not only ideal for busy moms during this time of the year but also for many other people. All you need is enough cotton yarn to make one pair. Choose your favorite yarn and get started with this easy pattern!

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Mainstream Ear Warmer

Mainstream Ear Warmer

The old Scandinavian Mitten inspires this unique design. It features a twist in the front and a muffled finish around the sides and back. The body of this ear warmer is worked in one piece with no seams and features an interesting pattern. This is a very beginner-friendly design suitable for all levels as you learn to crochet. It is easy to make. Although the pattern looks complicated and hard, it is very beginner-friendly. This ear warmer will keep you cozy warm this fall and winter!

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Michigan Mountain Ear Warmer

Michigan Mountain Ear Warmer

Now you can crochet your own Michigan Mountain Ear Warmer, just like they wear on the ice! Simplicity at its finest with this fun ear warmer. With a few easy stitches and yarn color changes, you'll make one of these quick and easy! Make this quick and easy ear warmer to keep ears warm on a chilly winter day. This small project is perfect for beginners or anyone who quickly makes a small gift for friends or family! This pattern includes two sizes and is suitable for either crocheting for oneself or git-giving.

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Easy Twisted Ear Warmer

Easy Twisted Ear Warmer 

Crochet Twisted Ear Warmer is an essential cropped ear warmer, worked in a mixture of easy and intermediate crochet stitches. The pattern is worked in a rectangle and then joined to the beginning row with a slip stitch. The twist on one side is created by turning the single crochet stitches from rows 2 and 3 into half double crochets. This joining technique allows you to hide mistakes and gives a nice little bit of detail without having to work in color changing! The ear warmer works up quickly due to the rhombus shape, making it an excellent last-minute gift.

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Ear Warmer Cowl

Ear Warmer Cowl 

These ear warmers and cowls are the perfect accessories for your winter wardrobe! They are quick to make, and you can adjust the size to be more form-fitting and warm or looser if you prefer. I love wearing mine in fall and winter but have made them for my spring/summer wardrobe as well. The cowl can be worn as shown or wrapped twice around the head for more warmth. The ear warmer is very stretchy, so you can make it larger or smaller to fit your head size. This pattern is beginner-friendly. The cowl is crocheted in the round, mostly in double crochet stitches, and includes a video tutorial.

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Crochet X-Twist Headband

This X-Twist headband is the perfect accessory to keep you cool while you're out and about. It is crocheted with free (super easy) 7mm X-Twist crochet cotton. The pattern is very simple and works up quickly. You don't need any previous crocheting experience to make this product; only a basic knowledge of working double crochet stitches will be necessary. The headband itself is a bit stretchy, making it fit most sizes! This headband will get you through all of that with style. The hair tie is an X-Twist which makes it super stylish and functional at the same time. It doesn't look very easy, but as you can see, it's a very simple project that even beginners can make.

Canyon Ear Warmer

Canyon Ear Warmer 

This super warm and original headwrap pattern can be a wonderful gift for your acquaintances. It is a simple yet fashionable, really incredibly soft texture that may suit both men and women. Get one to keep your head warm from this ear warmer pattern today. This pattern is crochet using super bulky yarn and works up quickly in the round with basic stitches. The gauge and needle size are not crucial as you can choose your needle size based on the weight of your yarn and achieve the best results. Other techniques used in this pattern are the ear tubing technique and Kitchener stitch which you'll surely love.

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Winter Ear Warmer

Winter Ear Warmer 

My new Lightweight Winter Ear Warmer set is perfect for fall and winter. This quick-to-crochet set includes the ear warmer and cowl, each worked in one piece and finished with a single seam in the back neck - super easy! This pattern includes instructions for making both the ear warmer and the cowl. The Winter Ear Warmer Pattern is the perfect pattern for you! This gorgeous set takes no time at all to make and is great for last-minute gift-giving. And the best part of all: it's made in one piece, so it's a super quick project!

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Crochet Fall Ear Warmer

Follow this easy beginner-friendly tutorial and learn how to make this crochet headband or ear warmers. This is a very quick and easy beginner-friendly pattern. And to make it even easier, we are making this oversize for you to fold over the edge and sew it closed. It works up in just about 1 hour from beginning to end. And using thick yarn, like we are here, will be nice and warm! We can make this in any fall color!

Ceilidhe's Ear Warmer

Ceilidhe's Ear Warmer 

This bulky ear warmer pattern looks like an asymmetrical bobble hat, but without all of that pesky extra yarn. It uses just two strands of bulky weight or one strand of super-bulky held together to create the texture. A bonus is that it uses less yarn than a traditional double crocheting hat pattern, making it a great stash buster! You can vary the size of this project by using larger or smaller needles (use a set of US 15 / 10mm)and by varying your yarn weight. Bulky yarns will give you the same basic look but a little wider, while worsted-weight yarns will be narrower.

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Fast To Make Double Button Ear Warmer

Double Button Ear Warmer

The Fast To Make Double Button Ear Warmer Pattern is fast to make. It is easy and fast. This pattern includes the possibility of changing the button positions and the length of the sides. The ear warmer can be made according to your wishes. The result is a middle-length thick double button ear warmer. It is most suitable for beginners or intermediate crocheters. Only chain and seashore stitch are used except the border made with the basketweave stitch. Sizes: One size fits all.

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Simple Crochet Ear Warmer

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When temperatures fall, and the wind picks up, you can still take part in your favorite outdoor winter activity. This pattern will teach you how to create an essential ear warmer with two basic crochet stitches; one single crochet and a three double crochet shell with a pop of color at the beginning of each row. The result is a stylish accessory for your winter wardrobe that will keep your ears warm but still let you hear people talk to you.

Crochet Cinched Ear Warmer:

Cinched Ear Warmer

This crochet cinched ear warmers pattern is a quick and easy crochet stitch to learn. The cinched ear warmer pattern makes the perfect beginner crochet project. Crochet this crochet cinched ear warmers pattern with a traditional crochet hook to make a first-time gift! This free crochet ear warmer pattern starts at the bottom point and combines slip stitches, double crochet, and chain stitches to create a flattering cinched style. Using medium-weight yarn and a 5.5 mm (I) hook will quickly make this project work up!

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Afton Ear Warmer For Men

Afton Ear Warmer For Men

The perfect men’s unisex crochet hat pattern to keep the cold off of your ears! This crochet men’s ear warmer pattern is easy enough for beginners, but it also has just enough challenge to make it enjoyable. The ear warmer (aka headband) uses a repeating stitch pattern that adds visual interest to the design. This is a great way to use up stash yarn. The Ear band of this men’s crochet pattern uses slip stitches and chains to create texture. This is a great gift idea for any guy who might want to keep his ears warm while not wearing a hat!

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Harvest Twist Ear Warmer

This modern ear warmer is perfect for adding fall fashion to your wardrobe. The ear warmer makes a striking accessory when paired with a top knot bun but could just as easily be worn with hair down for a more classic look. The Herringbone Single Crochet stitch creates a thick and cuddly fabric that will keep you warm on the chilliest of days. It can be worn with a top knot bun or worn with your hair down. If you're planning to wear your hair up with this ear warmer, a large pompom at the end of the tail is a perfect way to finish it off.

Double Bobble Ear Warmer

Double Bobble Ear Warmer 

Double Bobble Ear Warmer Pattern is here! I made this ear warmer in 3 sizes. Using worsted weight yarn makes this super easy to work up and fast. I think that these would be great as a last-minute Christmas gift or even something to sell at your next craft show! This stranded colorwork ear warmer is the perfect way to send off summer or keep cozy during fall and winter strolls through the park. The bobbles add a fun textural element and just make me happy. I wanted to include three sizes with different cuffs to accommodate toddlers up to adults so that anyone can enjoy it!

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Puff Stitch Ear Warmer

Puff Stitch Ear Warmer

The Puff Stitch Ear Warmer will be a great embellishing piece of home décor and a charming gift for yourself. It is ideal for carrying about in your purse or knitting bag or wearing out-and-about. The ear warmer can be an excellent beautifying piece for your home décor and gift-giving. It is 8" long (excluding the cable), which fits most people's necks; also, it can be crocheted back and forth or in the round; you can choose either depending on your preferences. It will be a little accessory to add visual interest and inspired design everywhere it goes.

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Falling Leaves Ear Warmer

Falling Leaves Ear Warmer

A small accessory that provides a fashionable and functional way to keep warm in the fall and winter. Choose between fun, contrasting colors or keep it classic with one neutral color. The ear warmer is quick to work up has a great fit, and looks adorable all bundled up! You can add a little pop of bold color to your winter wardrobe with this stacked leaves ear warmer. It worked in the round and then steeked at the end; no seams or braids are showing, making it a great fall accessory.

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Twisted Ear Warmer Tutorial:

On the hunt for a unique handmade gift for a silly woman/man in your life? Look no further as this Crochet Twisted Ear Warmer Headband makes for the perfect gift! Whip up this fun headband with this easy-to-follow step-by-step video tutorial. This crochet pattern is beginner-friendly, and the headband will fit any woman. This is an excellent beginner's project; this crochet pattern is easy to complete and requires only a G hook and some worsted weight yarn. Vary the colors for each ear warmer for a fun and colorful pair!

Mock Knot Ear Warmer

Mock Knot Ear Warmer 

These ear warmers are a quick and easy project that can be crocheted in two ways! The crunch stitch creates a textured pattern, while the mock knot gives them a unique look. This crochet pattern includes instructions for the crunch stitch and both versions of the mock knot ear warmer. This ear warmer pattern is written for adult-sized heads. Instructions on how to adjust the size are included in this pattern.

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Hope Ear Warmer

Hope Ear Warmer

A versatile accessory that’s as practical as it is stylish, this warm double-crochet Hope Ear Warmer adds an extra dose of warmth and softness to your winter look. Its reverse fabric shows off a cozy flecked pattern, while its fold-over construction provides a modern look. With bright tassels at the ends, these ultrasoft ear warmers will add a hit of color to any outfit while keeping you extra warm on cold days. Whether you’re looking for a fun accessory for your outfit or to stay warm for any indoor activity – we’ve got you covered with this pattern!

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Easy Herringbone Ear Warmer

Herringbone Ear Warmer

The Easy Herringbone Earwarmer can be worn in multiple ways: pull it down over the years for a classic look. Wear it with your hair up and over your ear if you prefer a unique look. For whichever style you choose, use this pattern to learn how to make a quick and easy herringbone ribbing, an attractive fall accessory. Wrap it around your hair or wear it further back to keep those ears warm without all the bulk. This pattern is worked from the top down, so the height can be easily increased or decreased by crocheting more or fewer rows before moving on to the earflap section of the pattern.

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Ribbed Cinched Ear Warmer:

Ribbed Cinched Ear Warmer

The Ribbed Cinched Ear Warmer is a grosgrain earmuff with a ribbed design and cinched back. The ear warmer features 100% Acrylic materials that are high quality and will keep your head feeling comfortable while keeping it warm and trendy. The ribbed texture of the ear warmer provides a soft and comfortable feel while your ears are shielded from the cold air. This ear warmer can be worn during morning runs and early mornings when there is no frost on the ground. With a cinched hood design, this ribbed cinched ear warmer can also keep your neck warm when needed.

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Textured & Ribbed Ear Warmer

Ribbed Ear Warmer

This textured & ribbed ear warmer is SO adorable and fun! The infinity scarf is also matched to create the perfect holiday gift. You can make this as one piece or as two pieces. It is made with a beautiful yarn that is soft to touch and pairs well with the texture. You will end up with a loose-fitting ear warmer that covers your ears when you wear it. This is a very simple pattern and uses only basic crochet stitches such as single crochet and double crochet. Turn it up or turn it down with a small button at the top up to your will.

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Super Cozy Ear WarmerSuper Cozy Ear Warmer

The design of this cute ear warmer is super easy. It is an excellent beginner project and only uses one (Suzette stitch). Each row you work on decreases the number of stitches by one except for the last stitch. This creates a shape that will fit comfortably around your ears. Also, the design offers a lot of flexibility in terms of aesthetics. You can make the patchwork any width (making it wider stretches it out). Making it longer gives it more length and width. This makes it perfect for all ages!

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Western Bay Crochet Earwarmer

Western Bay Crochet Earwarmer 

This ear warmer is the perfect alternative to a beanie or hat, so you don't have to choose between staying warm or rocking the messy bun. Forget about having to make a trip inside to get that adorable topknot just right or spending a ton of money on hair gel. This cold-weather must-have lets you do both and still look professional. The ear warmer is stylish yet simple. Simple stitches are used uniquely to give it some textured ridges, and a fun twist in the front adds super cute interest.

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Winter Wonderland Ear Warmer

Winter Wonderland Ear Warmer 

Are you looking for a quick gift? This Winter Wonderland Ear Warmer Pattern is a quick project to complete. It's also an addition to your winter wardrobe, so you'll need two skeins of worsted weight yarn in the color of your choice and one skein of bulky weight yarn in the same color as the bulk of your project. The pattern is simple, and instructions are readily available online if you become confused. The completed project can be worn folded flat or bunched together to form a hat. Choose an appropriate sized hook and yarn and use colors to match your team's colors!

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