I think most crocheters like to have a quick project in their library that works up simply. This headband was made just for you to have ready for markets, mommy and me sets, and last minute gifting. The sample is made with less than 100 yards of my favorite bulky yarn: Red Heart Soft Essentials. A good substitute would be Michael’s Loops and Threads Charisma yarn. Use an L (8mm) hook to whip up this headband to keep the chill off your (or someone else’s) ears!

Photo tutorial follows the written instructions.
Finished dimensions: baby: 14 in, toddler: 16 in, child: 18 in, teen/adult sm: 20 in, adult med: 21 in, adult lg: 22 in around.
Stitch counts are marked at the end of each row in parentheses.
Pattern is worked flat and seamed at the end.
The right side is the side where the hdc stitches puff out more, pictured below.