Tutorial-How To Make An Infinity Scarf

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The Infinity Scarf
Many of you bloggers probably know what an infinity scarf is. For those who do not, it is a neck-scarf which forms a circle or circles(as in the case of the scarf on which this tutorial is based). If you have been shopping lately, you have probably seen these scarves in many of the stores. It is probably not a new invention in the world of style and, but has seen a revival and soaring in popularity lately, and with good reason. It is a very chic accessory and can serve to make an enormous fashion statement, jazzing up that plain shirt, blouse or dress.  There are many tutorials out there, including some videos on the internet, which show how one of these versatile pieces of apparel is put together. Today's post is my humble attempt to show you the way I constructed the scarf shown above.  It is about the easiest thing to cut out and sew up that I have ever done. It is an excellent beginner's project.

You will want to begin this project by cutting out a rectangle one inch longer and wider than you want the finished scarf to be. This will allow 1/2 inch seam allowances when you sew. For this scarf, a rectangle 67 by 10-1/2 inches was used. You will then fold the fabric in half, lengthwise, with right sides of fabric facing inside the fold and dull or wrong side facing out. You will then measure in approx. 4 inches from each end of the long edge of the folded fabric and place a straight-pin at each end to mark the 4 inch spot or use a pencil or sewing marker that can be removed with water. You will then start sewing a straight line from the first 4 inch mark to the other, reverse-stitching to secure at the beginning and again at the end of your seam. This will give you a secure seam. Those of you who are familiar with a sewing machine will know this, but for those new to sewing, it is worth noting, as you do not want your seams to pull apart during the turning of your scarf. The seam should look like this picture when you complete the seam. Hopefully, you can see the line of stitching on the right side. You will see the 4 inch space to the left,where there are no stitches.
Now, turn this long piece of fabric right(pretty) side out to form a tube with both ends open. Your tube should appear something like this:

Now, bring one open end of the tube around to meet up with the other open end. Here is where you will match up the right(pretty)sides of both open ends and pin together. You have to work a little here, starting at the corner of one side and pinning, working your way across, pinning as you go and matching raw edges, right side to right side until you reach the other corner. You will note that the pinned edges will have a fan-like appearance because you are working with a tube and have only a small space to work in. I tried to illustrate this step with this picture:
Notice The Fan-Shape When Raw Edges Are Pinned

Make a straight seam all the way across, from one corner to the other. Now the "circle" has been created. When the short ends are sewed together, it should look like this:

Hold one side of this tube in each hand and give a little tug (I find this is the easiest way to get the tube situated and ready to finish).This little tug will serve to turn the edges in so that it looks like this, a tube with only a small opening at the seam in the middle of the scarf:

Pin the opening together as shown below:

Readers. now comes the part where I envy those of you who have the ability to make pretty hand stitches. Here is where you hand stitch the little opening in the tube shut. You can whip-stitch, if you like. Here, a little blanket-like stitch was used:

You now have a unique and chic "infinity scarf." How easy is that?!

You will remember, I made a long scarf so that it would circle around my neck twice. To arrange it the way I did in the top picture, you will first put the scarf over your head, making sure the seam where you connected the ends of the tube is at the back side of your neck. Your scarf will hang quite low on your body at this point. Next, hold one hanging side in your right hand and the other in your left hand and criss-cross the two sides over each other to form another circle. Holding this second circle in place, slip it over your head. Now you have 2 circles around your neck. Play around with the two circles until your scarf drapes just the way you want it to drape. 

It is your turn now, "sew" have some fun!

Comments

Karen Valentine said…
Hi Lynne! Thank you so much for coming over and leaving such a sweet comment on my blog!! I hope you are enjoying your Spring!!!
Your infinity scarf is so pretty. Unfortunately it's so warm here in the Summer, we rarely anything around our necks!!!
xo,
Karen
NanaDiana said…
Lynn-That is a great tutorial for an infinity scarf. I love it and the colors of yours are so pretty- xo Diana
Anya said…
Hi Lynn! Have you grabbed the award? If so, please, remember to tell who has given to you and better to put the link to my blog. If you are please to have it, of course ;-)
Bogomilla
lynn cockrell said…
Good morning, Karen. Thanks for dropping by to check out the infinity scarf on my blog! A appreciate your sweet comments. It gets pretty hot down here and humid, as well, but I'm guessing it gets much hotter out where you are. I am planning on making some of these scarves in some light & gauzy fabrics. I have been looking for some pretty fabric that will work to be an option for the hot weather. I am enjoying the idea of Spring, even though it has been pretty cool around her. Our grass is still brown and weedy and I have yet to plant anything or to clean up my existing beds. I'm waiting to get back from Spring vacation. Otherwise, new plantings will probably not survive(we do not have a sprinkler system). Last year, I had a great veggie garden I planted in a large bed my sweet son-in-law and grandson built for me. It was wonderful having all those fresh veggies. I hope to do the same this Spring. Have a beautiful and blessed day!
lynn cockrell said…
Thanks for checking out my little tutorial on the infinity scarf, Diana! I was trying to keep it simple and, hopefully, not too confusing.The fabric I used for this one was a polyester/cotton blend(one in my stash which I thought would go with a lot). It is okay for early Spring down here,but I plan to start collecting some light and airy cottons or gauzy types of fabric to use for hotter weather. Hope your day will be beautifully blessed!
lynn cockrell said…
Dear Bogomilla, I apologize. I did not intend to give the impression that I was having a Link party. I was trying to encourage everyone to make an infinity scarf. You see, I told you I am not yet that smart about blogging yet. Now see, I really do have a lot to learn, don't I? Maybe I will get up the nerve to have a Linky Party before too long and I do hope you will join in when I do! Thank you and bless you for being patient and understanding with me when I appear to be blogging impaired.
Laurie said…
I'm so glad you posted this tutorial Lynn. My daughter that lives in Colorado was asking me to make her one just a couple of weeks ago. Now I have great instructions to follow. Thank you!
Holly Lefevre said…
You probably won't believe this...I do not own an infinity scarf and have never tried to make one...but if it is that simple (or your tutorial that good) then I think I have to give it a go!
Anya said…
Dear Lynn...I understood that this post wasn't a Linky Party! I was only informing you that you could come and see me to grab an award I've given you!!! You should click on Awards on my home page and take the last one. If it isn't clear...ask me please!
Bogomilla
Hi Lynn, your scarf is very pretty. I like the butterflies in the fabric. You gave very good instructions that even I understand. Haha. Hope you are enjoying this spring day. It feels like summer here instead of spring.
Unknown said…
I really want to learn how to sew so I can make beautiful things like this!
So lovely, Lynn! Thanks for sharing how you made yours. Definitely on my to do list if I can get past taxes, kid goings-on, and the half sewn (adorable!) pair of shorts for my daughter. Thanks for giving me a quick pick me up in the middle of taxes :)
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Miss Kitty said…
Thanks for these great instructions, Lynn, on how to make an infinity scarf. You are right, they can really make a difference in an outfit.
lynn cockrell said…
Thank you, Rachel. My friend, Harriette, showed me how to make this one, but I looked up some videos on YouTube and if you would like to click on my YouTube icon, you will see a video by CraftyGemini which I thought was a very good one on making one of these infinity scarves. You could easily put this together by hand if you want to try it. Thanks so much for stopping by. Bless you!
Patty Antle said…
I've got to make this, Lynn! Thanks for the tutorial!
Trinidad Howard said…
Infinity scarf aren’t just so-called because they are one big loop, there’s also an infinite number of ways they can be worn! It is also known as circle scarf, and does not have a beginning or an end. It is one continuous, long strip of fabric that can be wrapped around the neck. By the way, thanks for sharing the tutorial. Indeed! It is an excellent beginner’s project.

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