In every household it is common to find a pile of scrap fabric lying around the house. Instead of making these scrap fabrics into rugs used for cleaning, you can make better use of them by turning them into stylish headbands. Not only scrap fabric; you can also use old clothes for the same. It is very easy to turn these scrap fabrics into headbands. To make this DIY project easier for you, we’ve curated this step-by-step tutorial on how to make headbands from scrap fabric. Read on to learn more.
Things You Need
- Scrap fabric
- Scissors
- Sewing machine or needle and thread
- Elastic
- Measuring tape
- Pins or clips
- Iron
How To Make Headbands From Scrap Fabric: Step-By-Step Guide
Step 1: Choose And Measure Your Fabric
First you need to pick a fabric that’s soft and about 18–22 inches long and 3–6 inches wide. If you want a twisted or knotted style, then cut the scrap fabric into wider strips, but for a sleek or stretchy band you should opt for narrower-width strips. You can use elastic if your scrap fabric is non-stretchy.
Step 2: Cut And Prep
Now, lay your fabric flat and cut it to the desired size of your headband. If you’re doing a simple headband, cut one long rectangle. For a knotted or twisted look, cut two equal strips. Then make sure to iron the fabric if it's wrinkled to make the sewing easier.
Step 3: Sew The Fabric
Finally, you will need to fold each strip in half lengthwise (right sides together) and sew along the long edge to form a tube. Turn the tube right side out. If you’re using elastic, measure around your head and subtract about 2 inches—this will be the length of your fabric piece. Cut elastic to about 5–6 inches and attach it between the two ends of the tube by tucking in the edges and sewing it in place.
Step 4: Add A Twist Or Knot (Optional)
To make a twisted headband, cross the two fabric tubes over each other in the centre, then sew the ends together on both sides. For a knotted headband, tie a loose knot in the middle before sewing the ends.
Step 5: Finish And Style
Once everything’s sewn, try it on and make adjustments as needed. You can add embellishments like buttons, beads, or lace for extra flair.
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Follow this step-by-step guide to make headbands from scrap fabric.
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