What Can I Do With An Old Scarf?

So grab your old scarves and let’s make something new and wonderful!


  1. Anthropologie Inspired Scarf Flats.
  2. No Sew DIY Café Apron.
  3. Repurposed Scarf Fabric Bunting.
  4. 10 Minute DIY Scarf Tunic.
  5. DIY Upcycled Scarf Jewelry Tray.
  6. Repurposed Scarf Framed Art.
  7. Five Minute Twist Bracelet.
  8. Repurposed Vintage Scarf Shirt.

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How do you reuse a wool scarf?

If part of the scarf is damaged/stained, the rest of it could salvaged to reuse as any flat knitted fabric – cute tote bag, cushion cover, nappy/diaper cover – and if it’s got a decent quantity of wool in it, it could be felted opening up more options (oven gloves/hot pads, wrist warmers, even cute tote bag).

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How do you display a decorative scarf?

Visual Merchandising: cute way to display scarves

  1. Tie scarves to decor items, such as stairs, etc.
  2. Hang scarves randomly on hangers.
  3. Dress mannequins in scarves.
  4. Hang the scarves so that you get the installation.
  5. Make rolls out of scarves.
  6. Make a bouquet of scarves.
  7. Tie a scarf to the rack.
  8. Make a skirt out of scarves.

How do you make a scarf into a skirt?

Tie your scarf on the side of your hips to make a shorter skirt. Wrap the scarf lengthwise around your body, letting the loose ends and corners of the fabric dangle along your hip. Secure the scarf in a double-knot along your hip, creating a loose, knee-length skirt.

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What can you make with scraps of fabric?

What to Make with Fabric Scraps

  • DIY Fabric Storage Bins. If you have square scraps of fabric in just about any size, you can make these bags.
  • Easy Knotted Headbands.
  • Scrunchies.
  • No-Sew Wire Headband.
  • Reusable Makeup Wipes.
  • Easy Fabric Wrapped Bangle Bracelets.
  • Cord Keepers.
  • Fabric Tape.

How do you make a scarf into wall art?

Mount on foam board.
Tape your silk scarf to the acid free foam core board. Be sure to use framers tape only. Then, slide the foam core, scarf, and acrylic sandwich into the frame. It is easiest to place the frame face down and slide it onto the mounted art.

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How do you tie a scarf?

Start with the scarf in a triangle; fold the middle section two more times over itself, so you end up with a long, skinny oblong. Place the scarf around your neck. Tie a knot in one end, then pull the other end through that knot. Adjust the knot to the height you want.

What is a twilly scarf?

The twilly is a long and narrow scarf made of 100% silk. It can be incredibly versatile. People use it as a hair accessory, neck scarf, bag charm, and more. Small, but colorful, a twilly can easily work with any outfit.

How do you make a furoshiki bag?

How to Make

  1. Fold furoshiki in a triangular shape inside out.
  2. Tie a knot in the middle of the left and right sides of the triangle. The knots need to be about equi-distant from the edge.
  3. Turn the furoshiki right side out.
  4. Tie the two sides which are left together (knot it twice!).
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How do you make a never ending scarf?

  1. Step 1 – Cut the Fabric For Infinity scarf. Cut each of the two fabric pieces at 12″ along the lengthwise grain.
  2. Step 2 – Sew along the long edges.
  3. Step 3 – Fold the Long piece In Half.
  4. Step 4 – How To Join The Ends Of The Infinity Scarf.
  5. Step 5 – Turn the Diy Infinity Scarf And Finish.

Can you sew scarves together to make a blanket?

Isn’t that a perfect little wool throw blanket? Made by simply stitching together a handful of inexpensive wool scarves from the thrift store.

What is a scarf blanket?

A blanket scarf is exactly what you’d guess: a scarf that’s large enough to double as a blanket. Blanket scarves are oversized scarves that can be worn in a variety of ways, from a traditional scarf or wrap to a belted vest. They can even be used as a blanket for snuggling up — or snuggling with!

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How big should a blanket scarf be?

around 50″ square
Traditional blanket scarfs are usually right around 50″ square, so if you want to go that route, make sure to find 60″ wide flannel. I personally have no problem with making scarves from narrower fabric—the end result is about 41″ wide—even on my big and tall frame, the scarf still looks large enough.

What Can I Do With An Old Scarf?