#NECK SCARF HOW TO#
#NECK SCARF PLUS#

Turn this fabric strip to the right side of the fabric and stitch in placeĭo this for both the short edges of the scarf Turn under the raw edge of the fabric strip – some 1/4 inch Sew along the edge with a 1/4 inch seam allowance On top of this, place the scarf fabric right side up Keep one fabric strip (long enough for the short edge of the scarf), good (right) side up on the table

#NECK SCARF PLUS#

Choose an appropriate border fabric ( you can use ribbon also).Ĭut out 2-inch fabric strips from the border fabric – you need enough to go around the whole scarf plus some to turn under. I have cut a 22 inch by 70 inch black net fabric. 2 Scarf with a borderĬut out the main scarf fabric in the dimension you need. Other options include adding a lettuce edge / way ruffled edge, adding satin cord with 1/8″ width or a 1/8″ wide satin ribbon along the edges.You can give a beautifully beaded edge by adding Swarovski crystal beads or faux pearls along the edge – check out these posts on adding beads along the edge or other edge stitches in hand embroidery. Or for a festive look use a metallic thread – a golden or silver thread can be used. You can use a matching thread or a contrasting thread to make a rolled edge finish.

#NECK SCARF HOW TO#

Related post: How to sew a silk scarf with pretty edges.ĭifferent ways to finish the edge of the scarves. Make your own tassels / fringes and attach or even better make beaded tassels Leave it as it is or embellish the edges with tassels or fringes. Use a contrast thread for the rolled hem on solid coloured scarves. When you want to make this scarf at home, cut out the fabric in your preferred dimensions and use a hemmer foot to finish the edges neatly. This is the usual scarf available in stores nineteen to the dozen. Just look at this post on the scarf dimensions to know the different sizes you can make the scarves in. Though you can make in different sizes as per your requirements. Size of the scarfĢ2-24 inch wide and 70 inches -75 inches long are the usual dimensions of scarves. Polka dot fabrics, floral printed ones are favorites for making girls’ scarves, whereas men’s scarves will have preferably striped prints, checkered prints, with Houndstooth print being a favourite Patriotic prints are also popular in men’s scarves. I would not choose to make them in Rayon as it is not the best durable fabric ever, but then if you do not plan to wash scarves often ( as someone told me “not washing is the best prevention for scarf damage”) go ahead. Flannel can be cut into beautiful scarves which need minimum sewing.Ī fabric that is a blend of wool and silk also would be great for a winter scarf. Pashmina scarves are the most coveted of all scarves the world over. If you want some weight to the scarf, thin cotton like voile can also be used for making scarves. Chiffon is also great as it is soft and fluid. A Good quality polyester fabric in a crepe or georgette texture is good enough for summer wear.

Most of the scarves available in shops are Acrylic ( the knit types), polyester, Rayon blends or silk.

Neck scarf