Free Knit Headband Tutorial

If you already own a sock pattern, you also already own the building blocks for your own cozy ear warmer. Here's how.

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If you already own a sock pattern, you also already own the building blocks for your own cozy ear warmer. Here's how.

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To knit an ear warmer, first choose your yarn Because you are going to be wearing this close to some pretty delicate skin, you want to choose a yarn that is nice and soft. I wouldn’t recommend a really rustic wool for this project.

After you choose your yarn, choose a pattern Your next step is to choose a pattern. If you only have one sock pattern, the choice is easy. For my ear warmer, I used the stitch pattern for my Crème Brûlée Socks, which I also used on the Arroyo Verde Mitts. What can I say? I like a matching set.

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When you finish the tube, you need to seam the ends together. Want a video tutorial? I have one for you.

Learn more about how to knit ear warmers with a sock pattern on my blog. Plus, find helpful tips and tricks to improve your knitting, patterns, tutorials, and more.