Make a Blanket Scarf

Now that holiday craziness is winding down, settle in and do a bit of crafting that's just for you. Here's how to make a blanket scarf. It's a quick, easy, and satisfying sewing project that even beginners can do!

Now that holiday craziness is winding down, settle in and do a bit of crafting that's just for you. Here's how to make a blanket scarf. It's a quick, easy, and satisfying sewing project that even beginners can do!

Now that holiday craziness is winding down, settle in and do a bit of crafting that’s just for you. Here’s how to make a blanket scarf. It’s a quick, easy, and satisfying sewing project that even beginners can do!

This tutorial comes from our friends at Sustainablog, who are all about reducing waste through crafting, recycling, reusing, and reclaiming. Julia Marchand wrote this tutorial as a gift idea, but it’s also a fun way to treat yourself! If you don’t have a blanket on hand, try one of these DIY scarves instead!

How to Make a Blanket Scarf

Materials

+ an old blanket that’s got some holes and worn spots

+ iron

+ scissors

+ straight pins

+ sewing machine

+ thread

Directions

1. If needed, run your blanket through the wash and give it a good press with your iron.

Now that holiday craziness is winding down, settle in and do a bit of crafting that's just for you. Here's how to make a blanket scarf. It's a quick, easy, and satisfying sewing project that even beginners can do!

2. Taking into account any holes or stains your blanket has, decide how big you want your scarf to be. The objective is to crop those out and use only the parts of the blanket that are still in good condition. Once you’ve determined your measurements, fold the blanket right side in and pin it in place, so your scarf is made up of two layers of fabric.

Now that holiday craziness is winding down, settle in and do a bit of crafting that's just for you. Here's how to make a blanket scarf. It's a quick, easy, and satisfying sewing project that even beginners can do!

3. Giving yourself a half-inch seam allowance, cut the scarf from the rest of the blanket. You’ll be left with a long, thin piece of fabric that is folded in half (this should be the final size you want plus seam allowance).

Now that holiday craziness is winding down, settle in and do a bit of crafting that's just for you. Here's how to make a blanket scarf. It's a quick, easy, and satisfying sewing project that even beginners can do!4. Now at your sewing machine, set yourself up to begin sewing on one of the short edges at the folded side of the fabric. Start by backstitching an inch or so from the edge of the fabric, then sew forward again from that folded corner on.

Now that holiday craziness is winding down, settle in and do a bit of crafting that's just for you. Here's how to make a blanket scarf. It's a quick, easy, and satisfying sewing project that even beginners can do!5. When you reach the next corner of the scarf, make sure your needle is down in the fabric (this will act as a sort of pin keeping everything in place while you rotate the scarf to switch the direction of your sewing). Now lift the presser foot and rotate your fabric 90 degrees so you can continue to sew all the way down the open long edge. Lower the foot and continue sewing the long side.

Now that holiday craziness is winding down, settle in and do a bit of crafting that's just for you. Here's how to make a blanket scarf. It's a quick, easy, and satisfying sewing project that even beginners can do!6. At the next corner, do not rotate again to stitch the last short edge, since you’ll need this to stay open until you turn your scarf right side out. Instead, backstitch over the last inch or so of your seam and trim your scarf away from the machine.

Now that holiday craziness is winding down, settle in and do a bit of crafting that's just for you. Here's how to make a blanket scarf. It's a quick, easy, and satisfying sewing project that even beginners can do!7. Set yourself up again to stitch the short side you’ve already sewn closed. This time, though, we’ll be using a zigzag stitch right along the edge of the fabric to prevent fraying and extend the life of the accessory. Consult your manual to set the stitch width for a zigzag, backstitch a little to begin, then sew the one short side and the one long side that you’ve already stitched shut. When you reach the end of the long side, backstitch and trim again.

Now that holiday craziness is winding down, settle in and do a bit of crafting that's just for you. Here's how to make a blanket scarf. It's a quick, easy, and satisfying sewing project that even beginners can do!8. Turn your scarf right side out and tuck the one open edge in about an inch all the way around. Iron this down so the edges are crisp, and sew it closed with a topstitch about a quarter of an inch from the edge of the fabric. Continue this topstitch all the way around the garment if you want uniformity. You’re done!

Now that holiday craziness is winding down, settle in and do a bit of crafting that's just for you. Here's how to make a blanket scarf. It's a quick, easy, and satisfying sewing project that even beginners can do!

You’ll be left with a new (newly reinvented, anyway) scarf, some more blanket scraps (matching mittens, anyone?) and the satisfaction of accomplishment.

Julia Marchand writes for eBay about sustainability, upcycling and living a greener lifestyle. When upcycling isn’t an option, selling her unwanted clothing online is another way that Julia reduces her waste (here).

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