Cosmopolitan Earwarmer
A chic accessory to transition into winter
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The inspo
The Cosmopolitan Earwarmer is the perfect combo for those who have a love-hate relationship with traditional beanies. This chic and incredibly quick to make earwarmer is like a messy bun beanie and a headband mashed into one! Wear it with your hair up or down – this baby is guaranteed to NOT ruin your hair while keeping your ears warm!
The pattern
This easy-to-follow pattern offers clear instructions and helpful tutorial photos – there will be no guesswork from your side! The pattern comes graded for 7 different sizes (Toddler, Child, Tween, Teen/ Adult Small, Adult Medium, Adult Large, Adult XL), so this earwarmer will be the perfect gift idea or make for the market season.
Sizes & yardages
Sizes are written as follows: 1 (2, 3, 4) (5, 6, 7) and correspond to Toddler, Child (XXS), Tween (XS), Teen/ Adult Small (S), Adult Medium (M), Adult Large (L), Adult XL (XL).
Sizing is based on head circumference.
1 – 18”
2 – 19”
3 – 20”
4 – 21”
5 – 22”
6 – 23”
7 – 24”
To measure the head circumference, place a tape measure across the forehead and the back of the neck, and measure around the full circumference of the head. Keep the tape snug for accurate results.
A messy bun beanie & a headband mashed together
Beginner-friendly PDF pattern
Step-by-step instructions & tutorial photos
Round checker to track your progress
Consolidated pattern for environmentally friendly printing
What you'll need
CYC 2 sport or CYC 3 DK weight yarn (see yardages below)
3.5 mm (E) and 5 mm (H) hook
Tape measure, scissors, darning needle
Size-inclusive
Written for 7 sizes from toddler to adult XL
Easily customizable to fit your specific needs
Pattern support
Please contact me at thecrochethighway [at] gmail.com for pattern related questions.
The design
The earwarmer features the ever-so-beautiful alpine stitch, incorporating the signature horizontal ribbing of the Cosmopolitan Crochet Collection. This time, the natural folding lines are cinched together at the front to display their full glory, and an afterthought braided detail is added for that extra oomph.
Check out the #CosmopolitanEarwarmer hashtag to see this design worked up in different yarns, or visit the #CosmopolitanCrochetCollection hashtag to see more pieces in this collection.
Shop the Cosmopolitan Crochet Collection
The Cosmopolitan Earwarmer is part of the Cosmopolitan Crochet Collection, a series of crochet patterns for garments & accessories specifically designed to go perfectly together. Check out the beanie, cowl, fingerless gloves, legwarmers & boot cuffs, shawl and batwing sweater!
Check out my testers' versions
My patterns would not be so smooth without the input of my team of talented testers. Scroll alllll the way to the end of this photo gallery to see this design worked up in various colors. Click/tap on their name to visit their online pages for more inspiration!
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Size 6 – Adult Large
100% acrylic
Size 6 – Adult Large
98% acrylic, 2% polyester
Size 6 – Adult Large
50% merino, 25% alpaca, 25% silk
Size 4 – Teen/ Adult Small
78% cotton, 22% acrylic
Size 7 – Adult XL with added beads. Check out this maker’s Ravelry page for details on adding beads.
100% low pill acrylic
Size 6 – Adult Large
hand dyed by the maker herself with Jacquard Acid Dyes
100% baby alpaca
Size 4 – Teen/ Adult Small
100% acrylic
Sizes 4 – Teen/ Adult Small (S) and 2 – Child / Adult XXS
100% acrylic
Size 5 – Adult Medium
72% cotton, 28% wool
Size 4 – Teen/ Adult Small
100% superwash marino wool
Size 5 – Adult Medium
70% nylon, 21% acrylic, 9% merino
Size 2 – Child / Adult XXS
100% acrylic
Size 2 – Child / Adult XXS
97% acrylic, 3% other fibers
Size 1 – Toddler
50% merino, 25% acrylic, 25% nylon
Sizes 1 – Toddler and 2 – Child / Adult XXS
100% acrylic
Size 3 – Tween / Adult XS
100% acrylic
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