DIY Tunisian Crochet Set: How to Make a Matching Headband and Circle Scarf
If you’ve been looking for a project that feels like magic—turning a simple strand of yarn into a functional, stylish accessory—you’re in the right place. Before I continue rambling on, let’s jump straight into the tutorial!
For my
Visual Learners
I am so incredibly excited to show you how I made my very first sweater! If you love seeing things in action as much as I do, you can watch the whole video and my full explanation right here. Just hit play and let’s get started!
Tools & Materials
Part 1: The Tunisian Crochet Headband
We’re starting with the headband. To get the perfect fit, I measured my existing headband with a tape measure.
You can also just wrap the tape around your head to find your ideal width.
The Foundation: Start with a basic slip stitch, then crochet a series of chains. These chains will determine the width of your headband. Double-check this against your measuring tape before moving on!
The First Row (Forward Pass): Go into the first chain and pull up the yarn, keeping the loop on your hook. Repeat this in every “eye” or chain until you reach the end of the row. You should have a hook full of loops!
The Return Pass (The Satisfying Part!):
-Repeat the “pull through two” step until you reach the end of the row.
-Yarn over and pull through the first loop only.
-Yarn over and pull through two loops.
Building the Length: To start the next row, insert your hook through the center of the next stitch (between the two sides of the loop), yarn over, and draw up a loop. Repeat this process until your headband reaches your desired length.
Part 2: The Tunisian Crochet Circle Scarf
The scarf uses the same technique as the headband, but on a larger scale!
Chain for Width: Start with a slip stitch and enough chains to reach your desired scarf width. Drape the chains against your neck to see if the size feels right.
Crochet the Length: Use the same “Forward Pass” and “Return Pass” method we used for the headband.
Check the Fit: Keep crocheting until the piece is long enough to fit comfortably over your head.
Part 3: Washing and Blocking
Don’t skip this step! Washing and blocking makes your stitches look professional and helps the fabric lay flat.
The Soak: Fill a bucket with lukewarm water and a little laundry detergent. Give your project a gentle massage and let it soak for 10 minutes.
The Burrito Method: Rinse and squeeze out the water (don’t wring it!). Lay your project on a towel and roll it up like a burrito to squeeze out every last bit of excess moisture.
The Dry: Lay it flat on a fresh towel near a warm place (like a radiator). Stretch it vertically and horizontally until you’re happy with the shape, then let it dry completely.
Part 4: Assembly (The Final Magic)
Creating the “Twisted” Headband
To get that beautiful twisted detail:
- Flip it around, and you’ll have that gorgeous twisted shape!
- Fold the headband so the right sides are together.
- Move the corners so they meet the half-fold (essentially sandwiching the ends together in an alternating pattern).
- Sew them together with a needle and yarn.
And Voila!
A cute warming set!
There you have it—a handmade set to keep you warm all winter. To me, this is pure magic; we started with a strand of yarn and ended with something beautiful.
If you enjoyed this experiment, make sure to check out my other blog posts and videos for more sewing inspiration. Happy making!
