Tic Tac Toe Earwarmer
Make a statement with wearable art
This interlocking crochet pattern can be found exclusively in my book, Reversible Crochet Sweaters (US publication date: November 4th, 2025). Grab your copy of the book today through my webshop or anywhere else books are sold!
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The Pattern
Small but mighty, the Tic Tac Toe Earwarmer is a quick, satisfying make that’s perfect for using up leftover yarn or trying out new color combinations.
Using the same beautifully textured stitch as the Tic Tac Toe Cardigan, this design turns simple rows into something stylish and eye-catching. It’s worked flat, then cinched at the front for a bow-like finish that’s playful without being fussy.
The result is a cozy, stretchy headwrap that looks polished whether you’re running errands or heading out for a winter walk. You can finish one in an evening, making it a great instant-gratification project, as well as a thoughtful handmade gift.
DIFFICULTY
Intermediate
MEASUREMENTS
Designed to fit a head circumference of 18.25-20.25 (20.25-22.25, 22.25-24.25) inches or 46-51 (51-56, 57-62) cm
MATERIALS
Yarn
DK weight
Shown in
Main color (squares on the WS): Arcane Fibre Works 80/20 Super Wash DK (80% Extra Fine Merino, 20% Nylon; 218 yds/200 m per 3.5 oz/100 g hank) in color Peacock’s Feather
Contrast color (plus signs on the RS): Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash (100% Superwash Wool; 220 yds/200 m per 100 g hank) in color 817 Ecru
Hooks
US G/4.0 mm (main gauge), US E/3.5 mm (ribbing), US J/6.0 mm (foundation chain), or hook sizes needed to obtain gauge. I’m a tight crocheter, so you may have to go down in hook sizes.
Notions
Yarn needle, scissors, 2 locking stitch markers.
YARDAGE
Main color: 1 hank of the suggested yarn or 45 (60, 75) yds/40 (55, 70) m
Contrast color: 1 skein of the suggested yarn or 70 (90, 110) yds/65 (80, 100) m
These yardages are estimated. Scroll down for the tester lookbook with exact yardages from my testers!
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Yarn Substitution Ideas
Can’t decide on a yarn substitute? You’re in good company! The list below comes straight from me and my wonderful team of testers. Every yarn suggestion here has been put through its paces and passed with flying colors.
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Tester lookbook
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Kimberly (KayCee65 on Ravelry)
Size 2, using 78 yds of K+C Superwash Wool Luxe Fine Yarn in Lavender Bloom as MC, and 56 yds of K+C Superwash Wool Luxe Fine Yarn in Orchid Nights as CC
Hook size(s): 3.5 mm; 4 mm; 6 mm
Mods: None.
Size 3, using 67 yds of Lion Brand Comfy Cotton as MC, and 89 yds of Lion Brand Comfy Cotton as CC
Hook size(s): 4.5 mm
Mods: None.
Size 2, using 100 yds of Twisted Willow DK weight as MC, and 60 yds of Twisted Willow DK weight as CC
Hook size(s): 4 mm
Mods: None.
Jennifer (parkej4 on Ravelry)
Size 3, using 92 yds of Cascade Yarns Sarasota in Reddish Orange as MC, and 111 yds of Plymouth Yarn Jeannee in Tan as CC
Hook size(s): 2.5 mm; 3 mm; 5 mm
Mods: None.
Size 3, using 75 yds of DMC Knitty4 as MC, and 110 yds of DMC Knitty 4 as CC
Hook size(s): 3 mm; 3.5 mm
Mods: None.
Batul (Bespoke makes on Ravelry)
Size 2, using 100 yds of Magicneedles Hobby Store DK Lollipop as MC, and 81 yds of Stylecraft Special DK as CC
Hook size(s): 4.5 mm
Mods: None.
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