This is a simple pattern for beginners! It’s so easy, and that’s why it’s free! I love the movie Donnie Darko, and for some reason, when I was making this, it reminded me of the little girl dance troupe . So, it’s amply named, Sparkle Motion.

This is a headband/ear warmer and uses only single crochet (sc) and double crochet (dc) stitches.

I use my head measurements for this pattern, but it is easily adjustable to fit your head, or a child. Just use a soft measuring tape or piece of yarn, and measure from your forehead, over the ears, and down to the nape of your neck. Remember, every yarn has different “give,” so I will normally reduce or increase the number of chains depending on the give. The best way to determine the give is to make a chain, wrap it around your head, and tug on it a bit. See how much it stretches. Reduce or increase the chains depending on how tight you’d like it. I use my head measurement for this pattern, which is approximately 19” = 88 chains.
If you have any questions about this pattern, please e-mail me at startdustgoldcrochet@gmail.com

MATERIALS:
− Yarn: Premier Yarns Isaac Mizrahi - Broadway yarn in Imperial colorway (RED) - Glitter, Sparkle Worsted weight (4) - 328 yd, 1 ball. I got mine at Michael’s, but it can be found online as well: https://www.etsystudio.com/listing/541824291/premier-yarn...
− Hook Size: 4 mm hook, G or equivalent to achieve gauge if you use a different yarn. (Here is a link to a conversion chart if your needles are lettered or numbered: Hook Conversion Chart.)
− Scissors
− Darning needle to join edges.
− Measurements: 23” long (before joining), by 3 5/8 or 58.5 cm x 9.25 cm.
− Gauge: 16 sts and 20 rows = 4” x 4” or 10 x 10 cm.
Directions for gauge: Using 4 mm hook, ch16, + 1, sc in 1st ch from hook, and in each ch to end. ch 1, turn.repeat to create 20 rows total.

Hope you enjoy this free pattern! It’s easy, and great for beginners. I used a knitting machine to make a matching scarf and I love it! (I’m not a knitter - LOL - hence, the machine) :).