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Add a little edge to your accessories with the Skull & Roses Headband, a bold and beautiful crochet project that blends gothic flair with floral elegance! 💀🌹 Featuring striking skull motifs nestled among blooming roses, this headband is perfect for those who love a touch of drama in their handmade style. Whether you’re dressing up for a festival, adding personality to your everyday look, or crafting a unique gift, this piece is sure to turn heads and spark conversations.

Ideal for crocheters who enjoy intricate colorwork and expressive themes, this pattern invites you to play with contrast and texture. Choose deep reds and moody blacks for a classic vibe, or go bright and playful for a modern twist. Whether you’re channeling rock ‘n’ roll spirit or romantic rebellion, the Skull & Roses Headband is a fierce way to stitch up style—one captivating loop at a time! 🧶🖤

A woman with blonde hair wears a crocheted headband featuring a pattern of skulls, red and black flowers, and green leaves, with a lace ribbon tied at the back.

💀🌹 Skull & Roses Crochet Headband Pattern

Bring gothic elegance to life with this crochet Skull & Roses Crown Headband! Perfect for Halloween, Day of the Dead, or dark fairy vibes, this piece combines skulls, roses, and leafy accents on a dramatic black lace ribbon base.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – requires appliqué work, embroidery, motif assembly

📏 Finished Size

Adjustable to fit teens/adults via ribbon ties

🧶 Materials

Yarn (DK or Sport Weight Cotton)

Cream/Off-White: 30g (skulls)
Coral/Red: 25g (roses)
Black: 15g (1 rose)
Sage Green: 20g (leaves)

Other Supplies

Hook: 2.5mm–3.0mm
Black lace ribbon: 90–110cm long × 2.5–3cm wide
Tapestry needle
Embroidery floss: Black (for skull faces)
Embroidery needle
Fabric stiffener (optional, for crispness)
Scissors
Stitch markers
Pins (for assembly)

🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR = Magic Ring
ch = chain
sc = single crochet
hdc = half double crochet
dc = double crochet
tr = treble crochet
inc = increase (2 sts in same st)
dec = decrease (sc2tog)
sl st = slip stitch
FO = fasten off
BLO = back loop only

💀 SKULL APPLIQUÉS (Make 2 – Cream/White)

These are worked flat (not stuffed) to create the appliqué look from the photo.

Head Portion:

Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc × 6 (12)
Round 3: (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
Rounds 6–9: sc around (30) ← These rounds create the elongated oval shape
Round 10: (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
Round 11: (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)

Jaw Portion:

Round 12: sc around (18)
Round 13: (sc, dec) × 6 (12)
Round 14: sc around (12)

FO, leaving 30cm tail for sewing.

Flattening:

Do NOT stuff
Press flat with fingers while still damp
Pin to blocking mat in oval shape
Let dry completely
The skull should be approximately 5cm tall × 3.5cm wide

Embroidery (Black Floss):

Use 3 strands of embroidery floss for bold features:

Eyes (between R6–7):

Large oval shapes, positioned wide apart
Use satin stitch for solid black fill
Each eye approximately 8–10 stitches wide

Nose (on R8):

Inverted triangle or heart shape
Satin stitch fill

Teeth (on R12–13):

4–5 vertical lines across bottom
Each line 2–3 stitches tall
Space evenly

🌹 ROSES (Make 2 Red, 1 Black)

These spiral roses should be similar in size to skulls for proper proportion.

Construction:

Ch 32

Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook:
(sc, hdc, 2 dc, hdc, sc) all in same ch, sl st in next ch
Repeat pattern across all chains

FO, leaving 40cm tail for assembly

Assembly:

Starting from the beginning end, roll the ruffle strip tightly at first
As you roll, gradually loosen slightly for outer petals
Secure base with needle and thread as you go
Final rose should be approximately 4–4.5cm diameter
Stitch through all layers at base to secure firmly

🍃 LEAVES (Make 20–24 – Sage Green)

These create the lush, full look from the photo.

Ch 8

Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook:
sc, hdc, dc, tr, dc, hdc, sc

Ch 1, rotate to work along opposite side of foundation chain:
sc, hdc, dc, tr, dc, hdc, sc

sl st to first sc to join

FO, leaving 25cm tail

Shaping:

Gently pinch the leaf at center to create a crease
Steam lightly to set shape
Each leaf should be approximately 3–3.5cm long

🧷 ASSEMBLY

Step 1: Prepare Ribbon

Cut black lace ribbon to 95–105cm (adjust for head size)
Leave 22–25cm free at each end for tying
Mark center point of ribbon

Step 2: Plan Layout

From center outward:

CENTER: 💀 Skull
LEFT of center: 🌹 Red Rose → 🍃🍃🍃
RIGHT of center: 🌹 Black Rose → 🍃🍃🍃
Outer left: 🌹 Red Rose → 🍃🍃🍃

Note: The second skull is positioned at center, with roses flanking outward

Step 3: Spacing

Skulls and roses should slightly overlap or touch
Space main motifs across approximately 25–30cm of ribbon
Leaves will fill all gaps

Step 4: Attach Motifs

Order of attachment:

Pin all main motifs (2 skulls, 3 roses) to ribbon first
Sew skulls through back of appliqué, catching ribbon securely
Sew roses at base, ensuring they’re secure
Add leaves in clusters:
- 3–4 leaves behind each motif
- 2–3 leaves between motifs
- Angle leaves outward from center
- Layer some leaves over edges of skulls/roses
- Fill any visible gaps

Step 5: Leaf Placement Details

Behind skulls: Position 3 leaves fanning upward and outward
Behind roses: Position 3–4 leaves around base, some tucked under petals
Between motifs: Cluster 2–3 leaves to fill space
Outer edges: Leaves should extend slightly beyond motifs for fullness

🎀 FINISHING

Securing:

Double-check all motifs are firmly sewn
Reinforce any loose spots with extra stitches
Trim all yarn tails close to work

Blocking (Optional):

Lightly steam entire piece
Reshape any leaves that shifted
Let cool completely before wearing

Ribbon Ends:

Seal cut edges with fabric glue or clear nail polish to prevent fraying
Or fold ends under and tack with needle and thread

💡 STYLING TIPS

Tie ribbon in a bow at nape of neck, slightly off-center for romance
Position skulls at forehead or slightly to one side
For photos, angle the crown slightly forward
Pair with flowing hair for fairy/gothic aesthetic
Works beautifully for Halloween, Day of the Dead, weddings, festivals

🎨 VARIATION IDEAS

Color Swaps:

All white roses with black skulls
Burgundy roses with ivory skulls
Purple/black gothic theme

Size Adjustments:

Teen size: Use 3.0mm hook, reduce to 1 skull + 2 roses
Extra full: Add 1 more skull, 6 more leaves

Add-ons:

Tiny pearl beads on leaves
Lace butterfly clips
Additional ribbon bow at back

📐 FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Skull height: 5cm
Skull width: 3.5cm
Rose diameter: 4–4.5cm
Leaf length: 3–3.5cm
Total decorated span: 25–30cm
Total ribbon length: 95–105cm

🌹💀 Final Look

Your Skull & Roses Crown Headband is ready to wear! With bold roses, spooky skulls, and leafy accents all arranged on gothic black lace, this piece perfectly captures the look from the inspiration photo. Whether for Halloween, festivals, or costume parties, it’s a statement accessory that screams dark romance.

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