Last updated on November 7th, 2025 at 11:32 am
I’m so excited to share my Bramble Twist Easy Crochet Ear Warmer Pattern (Free Pattern + Video Tutorial) with you! This cozy, textured ear warmer has quickly become one of my favorite makes. It’s simple, works up fast, and looks beautiful in any color of yarn.
It features a gorgeous textured stitch that resembles little brambles or vines. It’s soft, stretchy, and perfect for keeping your ears warm without messing up your hair.
Beginner-Friendly Crochet Pattern
A beginner-friendly project that combines texture, warmth, and style. This quick crochet ear warmer is worked flat with an elegant twist join. Includes step-by-step instructions and video tutorials for both right and left-handed crocheters.
I had these skeins of gorgeous, variegated yarn that I couldn’t wait to turn into something beautiful, and this ear warmer ended up being the perfect project.
I’ve since made it in several different colors. I just love how each one brings out the texture in a unique way. It’s one of those relaxing, feel-good projects you can work on while watching a movie or sipping a warm drink. Quick to make, satisfying to finish, and something you’ll actually wear all season long.
Why I Love This Pattern
The twist front adds a touch of style, making it just as cute with a messy bun or ponytail as it is with your hair down. It’s ideal for styling with your favorite scarf or jacket without adding bulk.
- Quick to make. It took me under an hour to make.
- Perfect for last-minute gifts
- Uses one skein or less of yarn. A great stash buster!
- Customizable in size and color
- Stylish twist design looks store-bought
- Great introduction to textured crochet stitches
The Bramble Twist is perfect for those chilly mornings when you don’t quite need a full hat but still want to stay cozy. It’s great for outdoor walks, running errands, or enjoying crisp fall and winter days at the farmer’s market.
Pattern Overview
This pattern is simple as you’ll be crocheting a flat rectangle shape. Then join the ends with an easy technique that creates the signature twisted front. This clever construction adds a stylish detail that elevates the overall look.
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Directions: Bramble Twist Easy Crochet Ear Warmer Pattern
Skill Level
Beginner Friendly – Easy
Gauge
14 Stitches and 11 rows every 4 inches.
Size
The sizes are measured flat before joining.
- 3” wide X 16” long
- 4” wide X 18” long
- 5” wide X 20” long laying flat before joining. (Shown) An average adult head size.
- 5” wide X 22” long
- 5” wide X 24” long
This headband is slightly stretchy. The length will stretch 1-2 inches. Therefore, make the ear warmer slightly smaller around than your size.
Changing the Size
The length of the earwarmer can be changed using multiples of 3 + 2. The width can be changed by adding or decreasing rows.
Measure as You Go. If you’re unsure about sizing, measure around the head so you know how big around you need it. If you are not sure of what size to make it. I have a standard head size chart to help you.
You can make this with a different yarn rather than a medium weight. Just make sure you measure your beginning chain stitches to get the length and measure the width of the rows for the length.
Here are suggested sizes for the average head circumference sizes.
Abbreviations
- CH = Chain
- DC = Double Crochet
- SC = Single Crochet
- SK = Skip
- ST = Stitch
- STs = Stitches
- [ ] = Repeat Between
Materials
Lion Brand Yarn Landscapes. #4 medium weight yarn. Approximately 130 yards.
Colors:
- Cabana
- Mountain Range
If you are not able to find this yarn locally, you can purchase it online. Savings Center – Pattern Princess
Crochet Hook Size I 5.5 mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Tape Measure
Faux Leather Tag (optional)
Stitches
Chain (CH)
Begin the chain stitch by making a slip knot on the crochet hook. Leave about a 5-inch tail on the yarn. This will be weaved in later.
Next snug up the yarn loop that is on the crochet hook; while it should be firm, it should also be loose enough to slide on the hook with ease.
Keeping the loop on the hook, insert the hook in the stitch, wrap the yarn over the crochet hook from back to front. Draw the yarn through the loop. You’ve completed your first chain stitch.
HOW TO CROCHET THE CHAIN STITCH video tutorial
Double Crochet (DC)
Yarn over, insert the hook under both loops and pull up a loop. Next, yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook. Lastly, yarn over again and pull through the last two loops on the hook.
HOW TO CROCHET THE DOUBLE CROCHET STITCH video tutorial
Single Crochet (SC)
Insert the hook, pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through the two loops on the hook.
HOW TO CROCHET THE SINGLE CROCHET STITCH video tutorial
Pattern Notes
Pattern is written in US crochet terminology.
If you measure the headband rather than count the rows, you can use any leftover yarn you happen to have.
You can find You Tube Video step-by-step tutorials for both left hand and right hand crocheters below the written pattern for the blanket stitch.
Crochet Pattern
Start by making a slip knot and adding the loop on the hook.
Work enough chains using multiples of 3 +2 to make the length.
However, here are some suggested starting chains for using a medium weight yarn.
- CH 56 for 16”
- CH 62 for 18”
- CH 68 for 20”
- CH 74 for 22”
- CH 80 for 24”
Row 1
In the 2nd CH from the hook work a SC in the back bump. Continue working a SC in each CH ST back bump across. Turn
Row 2
CH 2, 2DC in Same ST. [SK 2 STs, in the next ST Work (1 SC and 2 DC)]. Repeat until the last 3 STs, end with a SK 2 STs and SC in the last ST. Turn
Rows 3
CH 2, 2DC in Same ST. [SK 2 DC, in the SC ST Work (1 SC and 2 DC)]. Repeat until the last 3 STs, end with a SK 2 STs and SC in the last ST. Turn
Rows 4 and Beyond
Repeat Row 3.
In the last row
CH 1 (Does not count as a ST). SC in the first ST and each ST across. Turn
You can make this as wide as you like.
Here are suggested rows for the other sizes.
- 3 inches = 8 rows
- 4 inches = 10 rows
- 5 inches = 15 rows
When you’re done, leave a long tail. About 15-20 inches. You will be using this to sew the ends together.
Joining the Ends
This photo is of a different headband, but it shows how to fold the ends together for seaming.
Final Steps
Seaming Instructions: Folding and Sewing the Ends Together
- Fold the band in half matching the ends together.
- Fold the ends in half matching one end to the center of the other band.
- The other band fold over the other side to the front.
- Use the long yarn tail and yarn needle to sew the ends together. Starting on one end, insert the hook through all four layers and pull out the other side. Moving the needle over a little, insert it back through the layers and out the other side. Continue working back and forth like this until you get to the other end.
When done, weave in the yarn ends and cut off the excess yarn.
You Tube Video Tutorial for the Bramble Twist Ear Warmer
Enjoy your beautiful twisted headband.
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You can find Victoria crocheting, quilting, and creating recipes. She has cooked in restaurants for over 20 years, including many larger parties. She learned to crochet when she was just 11 years old and has been crocheting ever since; over 50 years now. Over 40 years ago, she loved her first class in sewing and continues to hone her skills in quilting. Many have enjoyed the handmade gifts over the years. In her professional career, she has worked in management in a wide variety of businesses including higher education as a dean of a division. All the while attending college part-time to achieve her doctorate in higher education with an emphasis in e-learning.