This free crochet lace bandana pattern is one of those quick, satisfying makes that you’ll want to crochet in every color! Light, airy and finished with a pretty scalloped edge, it has a relaxed vintage feel with a subtle boho touch that’s perfect for summer.
Made with just a small amount of cotton yarn, it’s a great stash-friendly project too. You can have one finished in an evening, and I guarantee you won’t stop at just one!
Keep reading for the free crochet lace bandana pattern below.
Pattern Overview
- Skill Level: Easy
- Yarn: DK weight cotton yarn / approx. 35g per bandana
- Hook: 4mm / G-6
- Finished Size: 19.5in [49.5cm] wide x 10in [25cm] deep (after light blocking). Ties are 12in [30cm] long.
A Free Crochet Lace Bandana Pattern for Beginners
This filet lace crochet bandana works up in simple rows of double crochet and chain spaces. It is a really easy stitch to get into a rhythm with. I used a similar stitch in my crochet neck scarf. The triangle shape grows quickly and the delicate scalloped border gives it that lovely finishing touch.
It’s the kind of pattern you can pick up and put down easily, which makes it perfect for summer – whether you’re crocheting in the garden or bringing it along on holiday.
You can wear it as a head scarf tied at the back, or as a crochet neckerchief for a fun boho accessory look.
- Free Crochet Pattern: scroll down the blog post for the pattern instructions, including photo tutorials.
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Yarn & Colors for Summer Lace Crochet Bandana
For this summer lace bandana I used a 100% cotton DK weight yarn that is lightweight, breathable and perfect for warm weather accessories. You only need about 35g per bandana, making it a brilliant stash-busting project. Any DK weight cotton yarn and a 4mm hook will work beautifully.
I made three versions in the most gorgeous soft, feminine shades with a botanical feel – a dusty vintage pink, a fresh botanical green, and a warm neutral beige that goes with everything. Together they look like a little summer collection. Dig into your stash and choose shades that make you happy!
Why You’ll Love This Free Crochet Lace Bandana Pattern
- Quick and easy – this is a perfect beginner project.
- It uses just a small amount of yarn so it’s great for your cotton stash.
- Light, breathable and perfect for summer, the beautiful filet lace stitch has a simple repeat that’s easy to get into.
- The delicate scalloped border gives a lovely vintage finish and you can wear it as a crochet head scarf or neckerchief!
More Free Crochet Bandana Patterns
If you love this summer bandana, you’ll want to check out these other free crochet bandana patterns on the blog:
Free Crochet Lace Bandana Pattern
This filet lace crochet bandana has a relaxed, vintage feel with a subtle boho touch. Made with small amounts of cotton yarn, it’s a great stash-friendly project that works up quickly and adds an easy bit of summer style. Finished with a delicate scalloped edge, it’s a stylish accessory to wear as a head scarf or kerchief through the warmer months.
Materials
Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/6 – 100% cotton, 115yds / 105m / 50g
You will need approx. 35g per bandana
- Color 1: Pink Berry Smoothie (54) – 1 ball
- Color 2: Pastel Green (100) – 1 ball
- Color 3: Beige (05) – 1 ball
- A small amount of a contrast color for the border
- Crochet Hook 4.0mm / G-6
- Yarn needle
You can use any DK weight cotton yarn for this pattern.
Measurements
Head scarf pictured measures 19.5in [49.5cm] wide and 10in [25cm] deep after light blocking.
The ties are 12in [30cm] long.
Gauge
Gauge is not important for this project.
Abbreviations
US Crochet Terms
- Beg – beginning
- Ch – chain
- St /Sts – stitch / stitches
- Sp – space
- Dc – double crochet
- Sl st – slip stitch
- Rep – repeat
- MC – main color
- CC – contrast color
- [ ] – work instructions within brackets as many times as directed
Special Stitches
Shell – (1 dc, ch1, 1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc) in same space
Pattern Notes
- The pattern uses US crochet terms
- Ch 4 at beginning of a row counts as 1 dc and ch-1
- You can adjust the size by crocheting fewer or more rows of the repeat
- Stitch counts are in italics, at the end of a row to help you keep track
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Pattern Instructions
Using MC, ch 8 for foundation row.
Row 1: 1 dc into 5th ch from hook (skipped 4 chs count as 1 dc and ch-1), ch 1, skip next ch, (1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc) in last ch, turn – 4 dc, 3 x ch-1 sp
Row 2: Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc and ch-1), 1 dc in 1st st, [ch 1, skip next ch-1 sp, 1 dc in next st] 2 times, ch 1, (1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc) in 3rd ch of beg ch 4, turn – 6 dc, 5 x ch-1 sp
Row 3: Ch 4, 1 dc in 1st st, [ch 1, skip next ch-1 sp, 1 dc in next st] 4 times, ch 1, (1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc) in 3rd ch of beg ch 4, turn – 8 dc, 7 x ch-1 sp
Row 4: Ch 4, 1 dc in 1st st, * ch 1, skip next ch-1 sp, 1 dc in next st; rep from * across, ending with ch 1, (1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc) in 3rd ch of beg ch 4, turn.
Rows 5 – 20: Repeat Row 4. Fasten off and weave in all threads.
Border
You will work the border in the row ends of each side, and along the top of the triangle. The ties on each side will be added at the same time
Using CC, join yarn in left side of bandana in 1st row end (see PIC 1)
Row 1:
- Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc and ch-1), 1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in same space (1st shell made), sl st in next row end, * shell (see special stitches) in next row end, sl st in next row end; rep from * down the first side until you reach the peak of the triangle,
- Work a shell into the bottom ch (PIC 2), turn to work up the 2nd side, *sl st in next row end, shell in next row end; rep from * up the 2nd side, with the final shell in the last row end. Sl st into the first st of the top (3rd chain of beg ch 4)
- Chain 61, sl st into the 2nd ch from hook and sl st into each ch to end (PIC 3)
- Work 1 sc into each st and ch-1 sp across the top edge.
- Ch 61, sl st into the 2nd ch from hook and sl st into each ch to end. Sl st into 1st shell of border. Fasten off yarn and weave in all threads (PIC 4)
Finishing
Blocking will help even out the stitches and shape of the bandana. Lay it out to finished size and pull gently into shape. Pin in place, spray with water and leave to dry.
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Easy, fast, and fun! This is basically a filet crochet pattern, so I have some ideas for a few designs that could be worked in.