Here is the complete, row-by-row pattern for the Puff Flower Headband (or Belt) written in standard US crochet terms and format.
Notes Before You Begin
- Skill Level: Intermediate (due to puff stitches in the round)
- Terminology: US crochet terms
- Yarn: Worsted weight (Size 4) or DK (Size 3) – “4-ply” as mentioned
- Hook: 2.0 mm (or size needed to achieve tight stitches)
- Gauge: Not critical for this project
- Construction: Worked in sections – Flower A → Tie A → Repeated Flowers/Ties → Flower B → Tie B
Special Stitch (US Terms)
Puff Stitch (Puff):
- [Yarn over (YO), insert hook into stitch, YO and pull up a loop] 4 times (9 loops on hook)
- YO and pull through all 9 loops
- Chain 1 to close
Note: Puff stitch or the “cluster stitch” is made with 4 unfinished half double crochets. In US terms, that is a Puff Stitch (or a 4-hdc cluster).
Pattern Instructions
Flower Center (Round 1 – for each flower)
Foundation: Make a slip knot.
Row 1 (starting ring): Chain 3. Slip stitch into the first chain to form a ring. (Alternative: Make a magic ring.)
Round 1: Work 6 single crochet (sc) into the ring. Slip stitch (sl st) to the first sc to join. (6 sc)
Flower Petals (Round 2 – for each flower)
Round 2 (petals):
- Chain 3. (Counts as first chain space)
- Puff stitch in the same stitch as the join.
- Chain 3.
- Slip stitch into the same stitch.
First petal complete.
- Repeat 5 more times in each of the remaining 5 sc from Round 1:
- Chain 3
- Puff stitch in the same stitch
- Chain 3
- Slip stitch in the same stitch
After the 6th petal: Fasten off or continue to the tie section. (6 petals total)
Flower complete. Make as many flowers as needed for your desired headband length.
Tie / Strap Section (between flowers)
This section connects one flower to the next.
Row (tie): Chain 30 (or more/less for desired length).
Tip from video: The tie length is adjustable. Chain longer for a looser fit behind the head, shorter for a snug fit.
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Connecting to the Next Flower
After completing the chain for the tie:
Foundation for next flower: Skip the first chain from the hook (or count it as a turning chain). In the 2nd chain from hook:
Round 1 (new flower): Work 6 single crochet (sc) across the chain. Slip stitch to the first sc to join. (6 sc)
Round 2 (new flower): Repeat Round 2 (Petals) above – same as the first flower.
Repeating the Pattern
Repeat the following sequence until the headband reaches your desired length (measured across the forehead or around the head):
- Tie Section: Chain 30 (or your chosen length)
- Next Flower: Work 6 sc into the 2nd chain from hook → join → work 6 puff-stitch petals
Final Tie (End of Headband)
After completing the last flower in the sequence:
Final tie: Chain 30 (or same length as the first tie).
Fasten off: Cut yarn, pull through final loop. Weave in all ends securely.
Summary Diagram (Row by Row)
| Section | Instructions |
|---|---|
| Flower 1 | Ch 3 ring → 6 sc → (Ch 3, Puff, Ch 3, sl st) x 6 |
| Tie 1 | Ch 30 |
| Flower 2 | 6 sc into 2nd ch from hook → join → (Ch 3, Puff, Ch 3, sl st) x 6 |
| Tie 2 | Ch 30 |
| Flower 3 | 6 sc into 2nd ch from hook → join → (Ch 3, Puff, Ch 3, sl st) x 6 |
| … | Repeat for desired length |
| Final Tie | Ch 30 → fasten off |
Finished Size & Customization
- Headband length: Varies based on your chain length between flowers.
- Width: Approximately 1.5–2 inches (width of one puff flower).
- Alternate uses: Works as a belt, bag strap, or decorative tie.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ch | chain |
| sc | single crochet |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| Puff | puff stitch (4 unfinished hdc pulled together) |
| YO | yarn over |
| st | stitch |
| hdc | half double crochet |
